Xsensus LLP
Developer conveyance device and image forming apparatus incorporating same
A developer conveyance device includes a downward conveyance path in which a developer falls under gravity, a transverse conveyance path communicating with a lower end of the downward conveyance path and extending in a transverse direction intersecting with the downward conveyance path, a transport screw disposed in the transverse conveyance path, and a floating member. The transport screw is configured to rotate in a predetermined direction to transport the developer in the transverse direction. The floating member is configured to contact the transport screw rotating in the predetermined direction to float in the downward conveyance path.
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Yusuke Hiroyuki Hideki Akira Yutaka Hiroshi Johji
Ishizuka Uenishi Kimura Fujimori Takahashi Kikuchi Yahagi