Inertial latch mechanism for restraining components in a disk dr

Dynamic magnetic information storage or retrieval – Head mounting – For moving head into/out of transducing position

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360 9704, G11B 554, G11B 540

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060915870

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus protects an actuator from shock forces. The apparatus comprises an inertial latch that has two opposing latch members. In response to a force from a first direction, the first latch member operates to force the actuator to a predetermined position. In response to a force from an opposite direction the second latch member operates to force the actuator to the predetermined position.

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