Systems and methods for forming continuous ink images
US8205549B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41K1/22
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wheel assembly for applying ink to a target surface employs a wheel member, first and second adhesive sheets, and at least one inking member. Each adhesive sheet defines an inner adhesive surface and an outer adhesive surface. The inner adhesive surface of the first adhesive sheet secures the first adhesive sheet to the wheel member. In a first mode, the at least one inking member is detachably secured relative to the wheel member by an exposed outer adhesive surface of the second adhesive sheet. In a second mode, the at least one inking member is detachably secured relative to the wheel member by an exposed outer adhesive surface of the first adhesive sheet. The at least one inking member is brought into contact with the target surface to transfer ink on the at least one inking member to the target surface.
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