Systems for erasing an ink from a medium
US9315042B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 29, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J11/0015
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for erasing an ink from a medium includes the medium having the ink printed on a surface thereof, and an erasure fluid directly or indirectly applied to the surface. The system further includes an inert base upon which the medium is placed, and an electrochemical cell. The electrochemical cell includes a cathode and an anode, both positioned adjacent the surface of the medium having the ink printed thereon, and a power source to apply a voltage across the medium.
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