TODAY’S PATENT – PRINT MEDIA CARTRIDGE WITH INK SUPPLY MANIFOLD

The said invention (US8789939B2) was invented Tobin Allen King & Kia Silverbrook. It was patented by USPTO on July 29^th, 2014. Currently, it stands assigned to Google LLC.

The current invention pertains to print media supply cartridges designed for printers, especially those that combine paper and ink supply. This revolutionary cartridge combines a housing assembly for print media and an assembly for ink. The print media housing is equipped with top and bottom molding, which creates a storage space for print media. It also incorporates a spring mechanism to keep the media under pressure.

The ink housing assembly, connected to the bottom molding, creates an ink chamber. Upon insertion, a distinctive feed mechanism with an external drive gear interacts with the printer’s drive mechanism. This cartridge serves a dual role by integrating ink and media supply, minimizing the need for separate replacements and streamlining maintenance. The printer’s small and integrated design improves efficiency and user convenience, representing a notable technological leap.