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Determining tape head condition

US8570678B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 18, 2011
Grant dateOct 29, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 11, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/00813
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Techniques to use a model associating condition of a tape head with tape head usage are described. The tape head is for use in a magnetic tape drive. In examples, a condition of the tape head is determined using a model. In examples, the model fits determined values of the condition parameter.

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