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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 29, 2025
Filed:
Jan. 26, 2024
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tokyo, JP;
Shogo Nagamine, Kanagawa, JP;
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
An image forming apparatus includes an image bearing member, a transfer member movably provided between a contact position and a separated position, first and second bearings, a supporting member, first and second urging members for urging the first and second bearings, respectively, and a moving member provided with first and second engaging portions engaging with the first and second bearings, respectively. At least a part of the moving member is disposed on the same side as the transfer member with respect to the supporting member in a moving direction. As viewed in a recording material conveyance direction, the moving member and the transfer member are overlapped with each other in a state in which the transfer member is positioned in the separated position.