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Image forming method

US7078142B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2002
Grant dateJul 18, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2221/001
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An image forming method is disclosed. The method comprises processes in which a latent image on an electrophotographic photoreceptor is developed employing a developer material, and after transferring the visualized toner image to a recording material, the remaining toner on said photoreceptor is removed employing an elastic body cleaning blade. The electrophotographic photoreceptor comprises a surface layer containing a charge transportable polysiloxane hardenable resin, and said developer material comprises a fatty acid metal salt.

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