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Memory disk crusher and method

US7975950B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 29, 2009
Grant dateJul 12, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 8, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB30B15/16
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An apparatus and method are provided for destroying memory devices like hard drives by compression and positive predetermined bending of the memory media inside the memory device. The apparatus includes a pair of opposed compression plates with one being movable toward the other by a linear motion force applying drive. An automatic stripper is provided to strip any memory device retained on one of the compression plates.

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