High speed gripper assembly for use in automated tape libraries
US6161888A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B17/225
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A compact high speed gripper assembly includes a simple design with minimal components while providing flexibility for grasping variously sized cartridges. The gripper assembly includes a frame, a rotary solenoid secured to the frame, and first and second gripper jaws movably connected to the frame for movement in opening and closing directions for gripping a cartridge. Each gripper jaw includes a cam surface formed thereon. First and second followers are driven by the rotary solenoid and engaged with the respective cam surface for actuating jaw movement. The first and second gripper jaws are spring-biased toward each other to provide a gripping force for gripping the cartridge
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