Image forming apparatus with a fulcrum that pivotally supports an image bearer and detector
US9423749B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2221/1654
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An image forming apparatus includes an image bearer, a detector, an image bearer support, and a fulcrum. The image bearer bears an image on a surface thereof. The detector detects a condition of the image bearer. The image bearer support supports the image bearer and includes a stopper to regulate movement of the detector. The fulcrum pivotally supports the image bearer and the detector.
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