Rotary transformer with unique physical and electrical characteristics

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A unique concentric rotary transformer for use in a rotating head tape transport, wherein a length of tape is positioned relative to the rotating head and data is recorded and/or reproduced therefrom, is disclosed. The rotary transformer comprises two assemblies one of which rotates relative to the other and thereby transmits electrical signals. Each assembly includes a ferrite cylindrical core piece with two grooves machined in the core piece. The grooves are axially and circumferentially displaced along a longitudinal axis of said core piece. A continuous coil with two legs, is positioned within the grooves of the core piece whereat mutual inductances generated in the ferrite core by each …