Reduced inertia actuator pivot assembly
US6654208B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 29, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B5/5565
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A pivot assembly for use with a planar disc drive actuator has bearings which are mounted within the deck of a disc drive. A pivoting shaft is supported by the bearings and extends upwardly, and includes an upper surface for supporting the actuator. A fastener is provided which secures the actuator to the upper surface of the pivot shaft.
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