Tape cartridge containing a reel piloting apparatus and method using same
US6572045B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B23/044
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A tape cartridge which includes an internally disposed rotatable reel, wherein the tape cartridge includes two, three, or a plurality of piloting members disposed adjacent an annular ring to limit the movement of the reel within the tape cartridge. An automated data storage and retrieval system which includes a plurality of Applicants' tape cartridges. A method to prevent damage to a tape medium disposed in a tape cartridge.
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