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Exposure assemblies, printing systems and related methods

US7042485B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 10, 2003
Grant dateMay 9, 2006
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Expiry dateJun 10, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/451
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems, methods, and assemblies are provided for focusing light on a photoconductor. In one embodiment, an exposure assembly is provided. The exposure assembly includes an array of light-focusing structures. The light-focusing structures include a plurality of lenses. The individual lenses include a material that is deformable sufficient to focus light upon a photoconductor.

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