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Image forming apparatus

US9323174B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2012
Grant dateApr 26, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 12, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G21/1676
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An image forming apparatus includes: a photosensitive body on which an electrostatic latent image is formed; a developing cartridge arranged below the photosensitive body and having a developing roller configured to supply a developing agent to the photosensitive body and to be rotatable about an rotation shaft of the developing roller; a support body configured to removably support the developing cartridge; and a pressing member configured to press the rotation shaft of the developing roller so as to press the developing roller against the photosensitive body.

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