US4064982A
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Printing ribbon
Assignee: TA Triumph-Adler GmbH
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Filing: 1976-09-20
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Granted: 1977-12-27
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Expires: 1996-09-20
Abstract
Abstract An improved printing ribbon for use between a writing electrode and a permeable counterelectrode across which a pulse of predetermined magnitude and duration is applied. The material of the ribbon is such that it experiences multiple electric breakdowns causing it to be propelled through the permeable counterelectrode onto a record sheet held adjacent the permeable counterelectrode outside the sandwich. In a preferred embodiment, the ribbon is provided with a metallized coating which serves as the permeable counterelectrode.
Inventors
- 👤 Rainer Anton
- 👤 Ernst Beyer
- 👤 Bodo Bielefeld
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 16:44
CPC Classifications
B; B41; B41J; B41J31/00; B41J31/05; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S101/00; Y10S101/37
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
85 words
A printing ribbon adapted to be placed between a writing electrode and a permeable counterelectrode for transferring marking material thereof to a record adjacent the outer side of said counterelectrode on experiencing multiple dielectric breakdowns in response to voltages applied directly across said writing and counter-electrodes, said ribbon comprising a discrete continuous layer of dielectric material having a predetermined breakdown voltage of lesser magnitude than the voltage applied across said writing and permeable counterelectrodes, pigments within said layer, said pigmented layer constituting said marking material.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
85 words
A printing ribbon adapted to be placed between a writing electrode and a permeable counterelectrode for transferring marking material thereof to a record adjacent the outer side of said counterelectrode on experiencing multiple dielectric breakdowns in response to voltages applied directly across said writing and counter-electrodes, said ribbon comprising a discrete continuous layer of dielectric material having a predetermined breakdown voltage of lesser magnitude than the voltage applied across said writing and permeable counterelectrodes, pigments within said layer, said pigmented layer constituting said marking material.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
A printing ribbon as recited in claim 1 wherein said layer is a self-supporting film.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
A printing ribbon as recited in claim 1 including a conductive paper carrier and wherein said layer is coated on one side of said paper carrier.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
A printing ribbon as recited in claim 1 wherein said layer has a vaporized metal coating on one side which serves as the permeable counterelectrode.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
58 words
A printing ribbon as recited in claim 2 wherein said self-supporting layer comprises a cast mixture of the following parts by weight: 24.6 special graphite powder; 37.5 parts carbon black; 138 parts polyvinyl alcohol, highly viscous, partly saponified, such as known by the tradename "Mowiol solution 40/88", 15% in water; 17.2 parts glycerin-triox-ethyl ether; and 180 parts water.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-12-26 | 1981-06-27 | 1981-12-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-12-26 | 1985-06-27 | 1985-12-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-12-26 | 1989-06-27 | 1989-12-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |