Moving print media in a printer
US8746677B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 17, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J13/02
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In one embodiment, a device for moving print media in a printer includes: a rotatable shaft extending lengthwise along an axis of rotation and a hub. The hub is operatively and pivotally connected to the shaft at a connection such that the hub rotates with the shaft about the axis of rotation and so that the hub may tilt on the shaft relative to the axis of rotation. The device also includes a pick tire or other feature on the hub on each side of the connection to move print media when the shaft rotates the hub. In another embodiment, a method for moving print media in a printer includes: applying a force to a sheet of print media at two locations spaced apart across the sheet; and, simultaneously with the act of applying, equalizing the force applied at the two locations.
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