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Method for arranging image forming sections

US7693466B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 5, 2008
Grant dateApr 6, 2010
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2215/0141
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of arranging a plurality of image forming sections, each of which includes a developing device and a cleaning device. The method includes arranging the plurality of image forming sections side by side along an inclined image carrier; and positioning the cleaning device above the developing device of other image forming sections in one of nearby ones of the plurality of image forming sections.

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