Cartridge latching mechanism
CA 1205102 A · Owner: Northern Telecom Limited · Inventors: Sims, Dewey M. Jr.
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Abstract of the Disclosure A relatively simple latching mechanism for a tape cartridge is disclosed. In one embodiment of the present invention each latching, mechanism (of which there are two in the preferred embodiment) comprises but two separate components. Each latching mechanism comprises one camming member and one buckling column spring. The springs bias the camming members in a first position such that a portion of the camming member protrudes into the path the cartridge will travel as it is inserted into the tape machine. When the cartridge is inserted the leading edge, of the cartridge engages that portion of the camming member. The camming member is pivoted and moves to a second …
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- Granted May 27, 1986. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended May 27, 2003.
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