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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 03, 2008
Filed:
Jun. 10, 2005
Christopher Lee Baker, Salvisa, KY (US);
Derek Masami Inouye, Lexington, KY (US);
Larry Steven Foster, Lexington, KY (US);
Lenci Robert Kappes, Lexington, KY (US);
Donn Duane Bryant, Lexington, KY (US);
Christopher Lee Baker, Salvisa, KY (US);
Derek Masami Inouye, Lexington, KY (US);
Larry Steven Foster, Lexington, KY (US);
Lenci Robert Kappes, Lexington, KY (US);
Donn Duane Bryant, Lexington, KY (US);
Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY (US);
Abstract
Embodiments for a toner auger for use in an image forming device. The image forming device includes a channel through which toner is moved. The auger is positioned within the channel and has an axis of rotation and at least one offset section extending radially outward from the axis of rotation. The offset section forms a sweep envelope that extends outward from the axis of rotation. The auger may be positioned within the channel for the offset to contact the channel. Contact may cause a vibratory force that prevents the toner from clogging and bridging within the channel.