One and three quarters inch form factor tape cartridge autoloader
US6985328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B17/225
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The tape cartridge autoloader comprises a tape drive and up to eight respective storage positions for tape cartridges all located within a one and three-quarter inch form factor. A picker driven by a single first motor operated driving mechanism follows a U-shaped track as the picker transfers a predetermined one of the tape cartridges between one of the respective storage positions and the tape drive. The picker having a retractable arm driven by a single motor for engaging with the tape cartridge and for moving the tape cartridge from/to the picker. A retractable drawer or removable magazine allows one or more tape cartridges to be loaded/unloaded in the tape cartridge autoloader.
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