Top cover removal machine for disc drives

Details Top cover removal machine for disc drives Top cover removal machine for disc drives

2005-05-03

2005-05-03

Hong, John C. (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Disassembling

C029S426400, C029S426600, C029S762000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06886234

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is an apparatus and a method for removing a top cover from a disc drive. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, an apparatus comprises a wedge configured to fit between the top cover and the base of the disc drive. The embodiment further comprises an actuator configured to drive the wedge with a sufficient driving force to separate the top cover from the base of the disc drive. The embodiment further comprises a crowder configured to support the disc drive, wherein the crowder is disposed to oppose the driving force imparted to the disc drive by the actuator. Finally, the embodiment comprises a top cover holder configured to remove the top cover. The present invention includes a method for implementing the steps performed by the embodiment of the apparatus.

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