Solid state storage device crusher
US8794559B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB02C1/005
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for destroying memory devices like hard drives by compression and electrical current to destroy the memory media inside the memory device. The apparatus includes a pair of opposed compression plates, at least one plate is grounded while the other plate charged with 5 to 100 volts of electricity being movable toward the other by a linear motion force. An automatic stripper is provided to strip any memory device retained on the compression plates.
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