| Patent Number |
Title Of Patent |
Date Issued |
| D588595 |
Operator control panel with display and toggle button for a storage library |
March 17, 2009 |
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| 7588492 |
Air plenum |
September 15, 2009 |
| An air plenum includes a main body that is sized to enclose at least a portion of a device. The main body extends a distance beyond a port provided on the device and also defines an opening therein that is substantially aligned with the port provided on the device. A cover sized to s |
| 7505261 |
Electrical-optical signal conversion for automated storage systems |
March 17, 2009 |
| Electrical-optical signal conversion for an automated storage system. In an exemplary implementation, an automated storage system comprises a plurality of storage cells for removable hard disk drives and a backplane including at least one electrical connection to connect the removable |
| 7455375 |
Removable media storage method and device for a data storage system |
November 25, 2008 |
| Media storage devices for, and methods of storing data media in, a data storage system are provided. The data storage system may comprise a data exchange device configured to exchange data stored on data media and a media handling system configured to transfer the data media between the |
| 7334978 |
Cartridge-handling apparatus for a media storage system |
February 26, 2008 |
| Cartridge-handling apparatus for a media storage system comprising a lift assembly having at least one guide track aligned along a first displacement path in the media storage system. A carriage having a transfer shaft aligned along a second displacement path in the media storage sys |
| 7333293 |
Storage system having a reader with a light sensing portion inclined with respect to an axis of |
February 19, 2008 |
| A storage system includes at least one storage medium having a label, the label having a width extending along a first axis. The tape storage system further includes a reader to read the label based on light scanned across the label, where the reader has a light sensing portion extending |
| 7307924 |
Systems and methods for cartridge identification |
December 11, 2007 |
| In one embodiment, a cartridge identification system includes a cartridge type detection station in which a cartridge can be inserted, and apparatus that determines the extent to which the cartridge protrudes from the detection station, the extent of protrusion being indicative of th |
| 7251092 |
Data transfer apparatus and method for transferring data |
July 31, 2007 |
| Data transfer apparatus may include a housing substantially conforming to a dimensional standard for a specified type of data cartridge. A reader mounted to the housing interrogates and receives data from a memory system provided on a data cartridge when the data transfer apparatus is |
| 7230792 |
Media selection systems and methods having a coupler for slidably engaging a storage medium in a |
June 12, 2007 |
| Media selection systems and methods. A media selection system may comprise a coupler mounted on a plunge assembly of a cartridge retrieving device. The coupler slidably engages a storage medium as the cartridge retrieving device moves relative to the storage medium. A method may comprise |
| 7107600 |
System and method for cleaning electrical delivery systems |
September 12, 2006 |
| System and method for cleaning an electrical delivery system. An embodiment of the self-cleaning electrical delivery system comprises a track having an abrasive surface and a brush operatively associated with the track, the brush moving over the abrasive surface of the track to remov |
| 7061767 |
Data systems, apparatuses and/or methods |
June 13, 2006 |
| Apparatuses, systems and/or methods including a data apparatus and/or system having: an open-backed housing with a front wall, and first and second side walls; and an open-backed portion defined between the first and second side walls; whereby the open-backed portion is disposed to i |
| 7028314 |
Media storage system and method for identifying a storage location therein |
April 11, 2006 |
| Media storage system and method for identifying storage locations therein. One embodiment of the media storage system may comprise at least one storage library having a storage area therein. At least one access panel operatively associated with the at least one storage library, the at |
| 6967791 |
Illumination systems and methods |
November 22, 2005 |
| System and method for illuminating a target area with a desired illumination pattern. According to preferred embodiments of the invention, a cartridge-engaging assembly may be positioned adjacent a data cartridge, light may be emitted from at least one light source on the cartridge-e |
| 6956715 |
High-density media storage system |
October 18, 2005 |
| A high-density media storage system. One embodiment of the high-density media storage system may comprises a plurality of storage libraries, each configured to store data cartridges in a horizontal orientation in high-density relation to one another. Such system also comprises a cart |
| 6941569 |
System and method utilizing a conductive brush for providing power signals to a cartridge access |
September 6, 2005 |
| A cartridge access device in a cartridge storage system is designed to retrieve a cartridge from a storage device and to transfer the cartridge to a particular location within the system. Once the cartridge is no longer needed at the particular location, the cartridge access device r |
| 6738321 |
Flip latch assembly for media autochanger |
May 18, 2004 |
| A method of displacing a media holder assembly of a media autochanger between a first rotational registration position and a second rotational registration position. |
| 6707770 |
Picker shipping lock mechanism for data storage system |
March 16, 2004 |
| Shipping lock apparatus for securing a moveable cartridge picker assembly to a frame may comprise a lock member mounted to the cartridge picker assembly so that the lock member can be moved between a locked position and an unlocked position. A thumb assembly contained within the cartridg |
| 6664525 |
Adjustable focus imaging device |
December 16, 2003 |
| An imaging apparatus and method in which the focus of the imaging apparatus can be adjusted. |
| 6510020 |
System and method utilizing a conductive brush for providing power signals to a cartridge access |
January 21, 2003 |
| A cartridge access device in a cartridge storage system is designed to retrieve a cartridge from a storage device and to transfer the cartridge to a particular location within the system. Once the cartridge is no longer needed at the particular location, the cartridge access device r |
| 6490122 |
System and method for providing power and control signals to a cartridge access device in a cart |
December 3, 2002 |
| A cartridge access device in a cartridge storage system is designed to retrieve a cartridge from a storage device and to transfer the cartridge to a particular location within the system. Once the cartridge is no longer needed at the particular location, the cartridge access device r |
| 6480443 |
Method and system for restraining a cartridge within an insertable magazine |
November 12, 2002 |
| In general, the present invention provides an autochanger device having a cavity for receiving a magazine containing a media cartridge, wherein a retention arm of the cavity retrains the media pieces within the magazine while the magazine fills the cavity. In particular, a detent mechani |
| 6473370 |
Flip latch assembly for media autochanger |
October 29, 2002 |
| A method of displacing a media holder assembly of a media autochanger between a first rotational registration position and a second rotational registration position. |
| 6404585 |
Cartridge handling system having shaped cartridge storage configuration |
June 11, 2002 |
| A cartridge handling system for storing and accessing at least one data cartridge according to the present invention may comprise a frame that defines at least one curvilinear cartridge access side. A curvilinear guide member is mounted to the frame so that substantially all points a |
| 6330217 |
Media cartridge insertion apparatus for a media cartridge storage and handling system |
December 11, 2001 |
| A media cartridge insertion apparatus for a media cartridge storage and handling system for use in association with a media cartridge of the type having a rear end portion which is adapted to be inserted into a media drive and having a forward end portion which is adapted to be grasped b |
| 6259580 |
Cartridge handling system having curvilinear cartridge storage configuration |
July 10, 2001 |
| A cartridge handling system for storing and accessing at least one data cartridge according to the present invention may comprise a frame that defines at least one curvilinear cartridge access side. A curvilinear guide member is mounted to the frame so that substantially all points a |
| 6226252 |
Picker shipping lock mechanism for data storage system |
May 1, 2001 |
| Shipping lock apparatus for securing a moveable cartridge picker assembly to a frame may comprise a lock member mounted to the cartridge picker assembly so that the lock member can be moved between a locked position and an unlocked position. A thumb assembly contained within the cartridg |
| 6222699 |
Modular data storage system utilizing a wireless cartridge access device |
April 24, 2001 |
| A modular data storage system for handling and storing data cartridges which may comprise a plurality of modular units which are attachable to one another to form adjacent modular units. Conductive track members extend laterally across the modular units. The modular data storage system |
| 6175539 |
System and method for providing wireless control signals to cartridge access device in a cartrid |
January 16, 2001 |
| A cartridge access device in a cartridge storage system is designed to retrieve a cartridge from a storage device and to transfer the cartridge to another location within the system. Once the cartridge is no longer needed in the new location, the cartridge access device retrieves the |
| 6104693 |
Mounting system for cartridge plunge mechanism |
August 15, 2000 |
| A cartridge engaging assembly has a frame assembly having a first side member and a second side member positioned in spaced-apart relation. A first horizontal guide surface is positioned on the first side member of the frame assembly and a second horizontal guide surface is positioned on |
| 6025972 |
Multi-plane translating cartridge handling system |
February 15, 2000 |
| A cartridge handling system for storing and accessing at least one data cartridge may comprise a frame having a first cartridge access side and a second cartridge access side. A guide member associated with the frame includes a first section located adjacent the first cartridge access si |
| 5995477 |
Data cartridge caddy-to-storage rack referencing method and apparatus |
November 30, 1999 |
| A sleeve for providing referencing between an autochanger storage rack and a data cartridge caddy before, during and after installation of the data cartridge caddy into the autochanger storage rack. The sleeve provides accurate alignment and referencing in the X, Y and Z directions so th |
| 5993045 |
Data cartridge caddy presence sensing method and apparatus |
November 30, 1999 |
| A data cartridge caddy presence sensing system within an autochanger storage rack is disclosed. The data cartridge caddy of the present invention has at least one optical interrupt flag at a predetermined position on the data cartridge caddy. When the data cartridge caddy is fully in |
| 5687039 |
Dual fixed-finger picker for data cartridges |
November 11, 1997 |
| A picker for a computer information storage library. The computer information storage library includes at least one computer information drive, storage locations for data cartridges, a picker and a transport mechanism. The picker includes a sleeve for holding a cartridge and a moveab |
| 5682096 |
Method and apparatus for monitoring operating positions of a media autochanger |
October 28, 1997 |
| A monitor assembly for a media autochanger having a media holder assembly which is rotatable with respect to a media autochanger support frame about a media holder rotation axis. The media holder assembly includes first and second media engaging members. The monitor assembly includes fir |
| 5680375 |
Media autochanger flipping assembly with brake |
October 21, 1997 |
| A media autochanger flipping assembly which includes a base unit and a media holder unit which is rotatably attached to the base unit. A brake drum is fixedly attached to one of the base unit and the media holder unit 14. A brake drum engager is attached to the other of the base unit and |
| 5662539 |
Tensioning device for a flexible drive member |
September 2, 1997 |
| A tensioning device for a reciprocating flexible drive system, such as a wire rope is provided. The tensioning device provides a mechanism which effectively tensions the slack side of the wire rope while directly coupling the driven side of the wire rope to the load. The tensioning d |
| 5644559 |
Flip latch assembly for media autochanger |
July 1, 1997 |
| A flip-latch assembly for a media autochanger having a media holder assembly which is rotatable relative to a media holder support frame, about a longitudinally extending, media holder flip axis. The media holder assembly includes a chassis and a media engager longitudinally displace |
