公开(公告)号：US07154703B2

公开(公告)日：2006-12-26

申请号：US10604123

申请日：2003-06-26

Applicant: Peter J. Kumpon ,  Lee A. Sutherland ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  Clark D. Brace

Inventor： Peter J. Kumpon ,  Lee A. Sutherland ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  Clark D. Brace

IPC: G11B15/68

CPC classification number: G11B15/6835 ,  G11B17/225 ,  G11B33/022

Abstract: The present invention provides a magazine-based data cartridge library that, in one embodiment, comprises a plurality of shelves that are capable of holding a plurality of data cartridge magazines, one or more drives, a magazine transport for moving magazines within the cabinet, and a cartridge transport for moving data cartridges between a magazine and a drive.

公开(公告)号：US6034927A

公开(公告)日：2000-03-07

申请号：US326721

申请日：1994-10-20

Applicant: Christopher A. Pollard

Inventor： Christopher A. Pollard

IPC: B65G1/00 ,  G11B15/68 ,  G11B17/22 ,  G11B17/022

CPC classification number: G11B17/22 ,  G11B15/68 ,  G11B17/225

Abstract: A carriage assembly for transporting a sleeve assembly between multiple locations in which the drive motors are spring mounted so as to be self tensioning, the carriage is movably mounted to the worm screw by a two-way flexure which allows for planar movement of the carriage relative to the worm screw yet allows only minimal rotation of the carriage relative to the worm screw, and wherein the sleeve assembly is pivotally mounted to the carriage near the open end of the sleeve. first and second flex plates extending in a first direction perpendicular to the main plate from a first pair of opposing edges of the main plate, respectively,

Abstract translation: 一种用于在多个位置之间运输套筒组件的托架组件，其中驱动马达被弹簧安装以自张紧，托架通过双向挠曲件可移动地安装到蜗杆上，双向挠曲件允许托架相对 到蜗杆螺杆，仅允许滑架相对于蜗杆的最小旋转，并且其中套筒组件在套筒的开口端附近枢转地安装到滑架上。 第一和第二柔性板分别从主板的第一对相对边缘沿垂直于主板的第一方向延伸，

公开(公告)号：US4587466A

公开(公告)日：1986-05-06

申请号：US448130

申请日：1982-12-09

Applicant: Thomas E. Berg ,  Christopher A. Pollard

Inventor： Thomas E. Berg ,  Christopher A. Pollard

IPC: H02K41/03 ,  B23Q1/36 ,  G11B7/09 ,  H02K41/035 ,  H02K41/02

CPC classification number: G11B7/0935 ,  B23Q1/36 ,  G11B7/0932 ,  H02K41/0354 ,  H02K2201/18

Abstract: A two axis linear motor for carrying the objective lens for optical focusing and optical tracking in an optical recording system has a stationary structure for providing a magnetic field and a moving armature structure. The stationary structure may have two permanent magnets and several pole pieces to properly shape the field with respect to the armature. In one embodiment, a central elongated pole piece and two parallel adjacent elongated pole pieces which are associated with two permanent magnets to form flux gaps with the central pole piece. Flux returns to the magnets through a lower pole piece to which the central pole piece is attached. The central and lower pole pieces have an aperture through which the laser beam may pass on its way to and from the objective lens.

Abstract translation: 用于在光学记录系统中携带用于光学聚焦和光学跟踪的物镜的双轴线性电动机具有用于提供磁场和移动的电枢结构的固定结构。 固定结构可以具有两个永磁体和几个极片，以相对于电枢正确地形成场。 在一个实施例中，中心细长极片和两个平行的相邻的细长极片，其与两个永磁体相关联，以与中心极片形成磁通隙。 磁通通过中心极片连接到的下极片返回到磁体。 中心和下极片具有一个孔，激光束可以通过该孔穿过物镜和/或离开物镜。

公开(公告)号：US4411443A

公开(公告)日：1983-10-25

申请号：US159214

申请日：1980-06-13

Applicant: Christopher A. Pollard

Inventor： Christopher A. Pollard

IPC: B62K3/00

CPC classification number: B62K3/005

Abstract: The invention includes a low-drag cycle having an elongated frame extending between a smaller front wheel and a larger rear wheel. A cyclist assumes a recumbant position over the frame facing down. A cycle is steered by means of the front wheel, while the cyclist powers the cycle by means of a pedal arrangement driving the larger rear wheel. A streamlined, pod-shaped body which is symmetrical about an axis parallel to the direction of travel achieves a very low coefficient of drag and maximizes laminar flow to further reduce drag. The cycle wheels are contained within two streamlined fairings which extend from the streamlined cycle body to near the ground, the area between wheels being left open to increase the lateral stability of the cycle and to allow the rider to straddle the frame so that both feet may be placed on the ground while starting or stopping the cycle. Once sufficient speed is attained to ensure stability, hinged doors in the streamlined body automatically close as the cyclist returns both feet to the pedals.

Abstract translation: 本发明包括具有在较小的前轮和较大后轮之间延伸的细长框架的低阻力循环。 骑自行车者假定在框架朝下的位置。 通过前轮转向一个循环，而骑自行车者通过驱动较大后轮的踏板装置来为循环动力。 围绕平行于行进方向的轴对称的流线型荚状体实现非常低的阻力系数，并使层流最大化以进一步减小阻力。 循环轮包含在从流线型的循环体延伸到接近地面的两个流线型整流罩内，轮之间的区域保持开放，以增加循环的横向稳定性，并允许骑车人跨越框架，使得双脚可以 在启动或停止循环时放在地面上。 一旦获得了足够的速度来确保稳定性，流线型车身中的铰链门将自动关闭，因为骑自行车者将双脚返回到踏板。

公开(公告)号：US07085097B2

公开(公告)日：2006-08-01

申请号：US10708481

申请日：2004-03-05

Applicant: Matthew T. Starr ,  Jennifer L. Woodruff ,  Rebecca J. Amparan ,  Christopher A. Pollard

Inventor： Matthew T. Starr ,  Jennifer L. Woodruff ,  Rebecca J. Amparan ,  Christopher A. Pollard

IPC: G11B15/675

CPC classification number: G11B15/6835

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention is directed to a magazine that is used to move data cartridges into and out of the library via an entry/exit port. In one embodiment, the magazine comprises a box-structure that is capable of holding a plurality of data cartridges, a dust cover, and a coupling structure comprised of a member that extends away from the side wall of the box structure.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例涉及一种用于经由入口/出口将数据盒移入和移出库的盒。 在一个实施例中，盒包括盒结构，其能够容纳多个数据盒，防尘盖和由远离盒结构的侧壁延伸的构件构成的联接结构。

公开(公告)号：US4644521A

公开(公告)日：1987-02-17

申请号：US765426

申请日：1985-08-14

Applicant: Marvin B. Davis ,  Michael V. Konshak ,  Christopher A. Pollard

Inventor： Marvin B. Davis ,  Michael V. Konshak ,  Christopher A. Pollard

IPC: G11B17/04 ,  G11B23/03 ,  G11B23/02 ,  B65D85/02

CPC classification number: G11B17/041 ,  G11B23/032 ,  G11B23/0328

Abstract: An optical disk cartridge has two opposed cartridge sections held together by four locking assemblies. Each locking assembly includes a first locking jamb attached to one section, a second locking jamb attached to the other section, a locking detent and a spring. The jambs can be locking fingers parallel to and adjacent to one another when the cartridge sections are joined, in which case the detent surrounds the fingers as a sleeve, preventing the fingers from moving apart. The spring biases the detent into locking engagement with the fingers, keeping the cartridge closed. Alternatively, the jambs can be aligned slots in the cartridge top and bottom sections, with each detent having a protrusion that enters its associated slots. The spring and most of the detent are contained inside the cartridge. However, each detent includes a leg extended outside the cartridge through an aperture in the cartridge side wall. Also disclosed is a drive apparatus for use with the cartridge. Upper and lower rails mounted inside the housing contact flanges of the cartridge to guide the cartridge during its insertion into the drive. Stops in the housing contact the detents during insertion and move them out of locking engagement with their respective locking jambs. Following insertion, a movable platform in the housing is lowered, separating the cartridge sections from one another and moving the disk into drivable engagement with a drive spindle in the housing. Subsequently the platform can be raised to disengage the disk from the spindle and reunite the cartridge sections.

Abstract translation: 光盘盒具有通过四个锁定组件保持在一起的两个相对的盒部分。 每个锁定组件包括附接到一个部分的第一锁定支杆，附接到另一部分的第二锁定支杆，锁定棘爪和弹簧。 当盒部分接合时，侧壁可以将手指彼此平行并相邻，在这种情况下，制动器将手指围绕作为套筒，防止手指移开。 弹簧将制动器偏压成与手指的锁定接合，保持盒子的关闭。 或者，侧柱可以在盒顶部和底部部分中对准狭槽，每个棘爪具有进入其相关联的狭槽的突起。 弹簧和大部分制动器都包含在墨盒内。 然而，每个棘爪包括通过盒侧壁中的孔延伸到盒的外部的腿。 还公开了一种与盒一起使用的驱动装置。 上部和下部导轨安装在盒的壳体接触凸缘内，以在其插入驱动器期间引导盒。 壳体中的止动件在插入过程中与止动件接触，并将它们移出与它们各自的锁定侧面的锁定接合。 在插入之后，壳体中的可移动平台下降，将盒部彼此分离并将盘移动到与壳体中的驱动主轴可驱动接合。 随后可以升高平台以将盘与主轴脱离并使盒部分重新团聚。

公开(公告)号：US4363056A

公开(公告)日：1982-12-07

申请号：US126024

申请日：1980-02-29

Applicant: Charles M. Riggle ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  John D. Read

Inventor： Charles M. Riggle ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  John D. Read

IPC: G11B17/038 ,  G11B23/03 ,  G11B25/04 ,  G11B33/14 ,  G11B5/012

CPC classification number: G11B33/14 ,  G11B17/038 ,  G11B23/0323 ,  G11B25/043

Abstract: A housing (1-10) for a disk (1-12) used in a "Winchester"-type disk mass information storage unit in a data processing system. The housing is symmetrical about the plane of the disk, and supports the disk spindle (2-33) on both sides of the disk. The housing includes two substantially identical members (1-16, 17) fitted together in a clamshell-type arrangement. The housing includes a housing extension (1-26) for receiving and supporting the read/write heads (1-14) and actuator (1-15) therefor from both ends thereof. The members forming the housing are preferably thin walled castings, and may include fins (1-104) to dissipate heat or to enhance the housing's mechanical rigidity.

Abstract translation: 一种在数据处理系统中用于“温彻斯特”型磁盘质量信息存储单元中的盘（1-12）的外壳（1-10）。 壳体与盘的平面对称，并且在盘的两侧支撑盘主轴（2-33）。 壳体包括两个基本相同的构件（1-16,17），它们以蛤壳式布置安装在一起。 壳体包括用于从其两端接收和支撑读/写头（1-14）和致动器（1-15）的壳体延伸部（1-26）。 形成壳体的构件优选是薄壁铸件，并且可以包括散热（或散热）或增强壳体的机械刚度的翅片（1-104）。

公开(公告)号：US4346416A

公开(公告)日：1982-08-24

申请号：US126129

申请日：1980-02-29

Applicant: Charles M. Riggle ,  John D. Read ,  William B. Noe ,  Richard Winfrey ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  Frank W. Bernett

Inventor： Charles M. Riggle ,  John D. Read ,  William B. Noe ,  Richard Winfrey ,  Christopher A. Pollard ,  Frank W. Bernett

IPC: H02K35/00 ,  G11B5/55 ,  G11B21/02 ,  H01F7/14

CPC classification number: H01F7/14 ,  G11B5/5521

Abstract: A rotary actuator assembly for positioning read/write heads in disk drive mass storage systems. The actuator assembly includes an actuator motor and one or more actuator arms secured thereto. The motor provides rotary motion of the arms, to move the heads. The stator magnet of the motor is an electromagnet wound on an arcuate core; a pair of elongate permanent magnets are attached to the rotor member, for coaction with the stator magnet. The rotor member has a U-shaped cross sectional area in a plane perpendicular to its axis of rotation; the permanent magnets are fixed to the outside, bottom corners of the U and the actuator arms are mounted across the open end of the U. The rotor is of a very small radius, to minimize inertia. The permanent magnets have a flat face facing the stator, with a channel running longitudinally down the middle, to minimize flux density variations in the permanent magnet-coil gap. The rotor balances the arm relative to the rotor's axis. The arms are of a substantially symmetrical tapered truss design, presenting low inertia; each is cantilevered to the rotor by one bolt which is passed through and pulls the arm against the rotors. Additionally, a spirol-type cylindrical spiral spring, received in a slot in the arm, prevents lateral slippage of the arm relative to the rotor. A pair of cantilevered leaf spring crash stops fixed to the stator decelerate the rotor at the ends of its range of travel.

Abstract translation: 用于将读/写头定位在磁盘驱动器大容量存储系统中的旋转致动器组件。 致动器组件包括致动器马达和固定到其上的一个或多个致动器臂。 电机提供臂的旋转运动，以移动头部。 电动机的定子磁体是缠绕在弧形芯上的电磁体; 一对细长永久磁铁连接到转子构件上，用于与定子磁体共同作用。 转子构件在与其旋转轴线垂直的平面中具有U形横截面积; 永磁体被固定到外部，U的底角和致动器臂跨越U的开口端安装。转子具有非常小的半径，以最小化惯性。 永磁体具有面向定子的平坦面，通道沿中间纵向延伸，以最小化永磁体线圈间隙中的通量密度变化。 转子相对于转子的轴平衡臂。 臂具有基本对称的锥形桁架设计，呈现低惯性; 每个通过一个螺栓悬挂在转子上，螺栓穿过并将臂拉向转子。 此外，容纳在臂中的槽中的螺旋形圆柱形螺旋弹簧防止臂相对于转子的侧向滑动。 固定在定子上的一对悬臂弹簧碰撞止动器在其行程范围的末端减速转子。

公开(公告)号：US20100027159A1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-04

申请号：US12360927

申请日：2009-01-28

Applicant: Christopher A. Pollard ,  Lee A. Sutherland

Inventor： Christopher A. Pollard ,  Lee A. Sutherland

IPC: G11B15/68

CPC classification number: G11B15/6835

Abstract: The present invention provides a magazine-based data cartridge library that, in one embodiment, comprises a plurality of shelves that are capable of holding a plurality of data cartridge magazines, one or more drives, a magazine transport for moving magazines within the cabinet, and a cartridge transport for moving data cartridges between a magazine and a drive.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种基于杂志的数据盒库，在一个实施例中，它包括能够容纳多个数据盒式杂志的多个架子，一个或多个驱动器，用于移动机柜内的杂志的杂志传送器，以及 用于在盒和驱动器之间移动数据盒的盒式传送器。

公开(公告)号：US20090190252A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-30

申请号：US12357271

申请日：2009-01-21

Applicant: Christopher A. Pollard ,  Lee A. Southerland

Inventor： Christopher A. Pollard ,  Lee A. Southerland

IPC: G11B15/68

CPC classification number: G11B15/6835

Abstract: The present invention provides a magazine-based data cartridge library that, in one embodiment, comprises a plurality of shelves that are capable of holding a plurality of data cartridge magazines, one or more drives, a magazine transport for moving magazines within the cabinet, and a cartridge transport for moving data cartridges between a magazine and a drive.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种基于杂志的数据盒库，在一个实施例中，它包括能够容纳多个数据盒式杂志的多个架子，一个或多个驱动器，用于移动机柜内的杂志的杂志传送器，以及 用于在盒和驱动器之间移动数据盒的盒式传送器。