Crack detection circuits for printheads
US8888226B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/14153
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Crack detection circuits for printheads are described. In an example, a crack detection circuit for at least one printhead, includes: crack detectors formed on the at least one printhead; switches selectively coupling the crack detectors on each printhead to a communication bus; and a configuration circuit on each printhead coupled to control inputs of the respective switches, each configuration circuit responsive to a crack detection configuration input to control the respective switches.
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