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Method for latching a disc driver actuator

US6473959B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 31, 1999
Grant dateNov 5, 2002
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Expiry dateDec 31, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49025
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for assembling a mechanical system is disclosed. A magnet is installed into the system. An actuator having a magnetic element is also assembled into the system such that the actuator is movable between two extremes. At one of the extremes, the actuator is latched in place by way of the magnetic element, which forms a magnetic circuit with the magnet.

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