Winding – tensioning – or guiding – Strand tensioning device – Tortuous course
Patent
1982-03-26
1984-06-05
Christian, Leonard D.
Winding, tensioning, or guiding
Strand tensioning device
Tortuous course
226 92, 242197, 360 95, G03B 104, G03B 156, G11B 1532
Patent
active
044524064
ABSTRACT:
A single reel magnetic tape cartridge includes a leader block for interfacing with an automatic threading system in a tape drive. The leader block has a slot in its leading surface that precedes an enlarged receiving cavity. The cavity and slot interface with a coupling device in a positive connection to unwind the tape from the reel into the tape drive.
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Christian Leonard D.
International Business Machines - Corporation
Pershon J. A.
Somermeyer H. F.
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