Mechanism and method for loading a tape from a cartridge to a take-up reel
US6034839A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 22, 1998 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B15/672
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A tape drive loading mechanism and method of loading a tape leader pin from a single reel cartridge to a take-up reel housed within a transport cabinet includes a hub filler having a slot for receiving the tape leader pin. The hub filler is connected to a load arm that controls the movements of the hub filler. The tape drive loading mechanism includes a load gear arm having gear teeth extending along a linear side portion and along an arcuate portion for approximately 180.degree.. The gear teeth are engaged with a plurality of gears that are driven by a motive element. The motive element, in combination with several guide tracks, forces the load gear arm and the connected load arm to transport the hub filler and tape leader pin through an arcuate path and along a linear path to a loaded position on the take-up reel.
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