Disk clamp balancing in a disc stack assembly
US7016147B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B33/08
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for balancing a disc stack assembly of a disc drive where a clamp is used as a counter-balance as well as for securing a disc to the disc stack assembly. The clamp and spindle motor are configured for positive engagement and alignment with the use of a minimal number of parts. The clamp includes a cavity through which a protrusion or a shaft of the spindle motor hub may extend. The clamp may be further secured in a desired orientation by the use of a single fastener.
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