Registration carriage nip release with reduced reaction forces
US7686299B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2801/06
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This is a paper registration system that allows for a lateral reset while the paper is present in the nip space. By separating the nips, the carriage can move to reset position for the next sheet while the previous sheet is still present in the carriage.In addition, the configuration of the system of the invention is reduced or elimination of reaction forces on the carriage lead screw is provided. The registration embodiments of the present system are especially useful in a high speed marking system.
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