Title: Tape transport

Abstract: A tape transport of the type with a resilient capstan abutting the tape packs on the supply and takeup reels includes a bias unit coupled between the supply reel support and takeup reel support to urge both reels against the capstan with the same force. A drag torque is applied to the supply reel during operation to maintain the appropriate tape tensions in the system.

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Inventors: Davis, Jr., Virgil W. (Glen Ellyn, IL, US)

Application Number: 430293
Filing Date: 1974-01-02
Publication_date: 1976-04-20
Assignee: Borg-Warner Corporation (Chicago, IL)
Primary Class(es): 242/352.3 242/355.1, 242/541
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US Patent Ref:

2605056	Jul, 1952	De Kanski et al.	242/54.
3370804	Feb, 1968	Payton	242/192.
3460781	Aug, 1969	Uber	242/192.
3482800	Dec, 1969	Barnett et al.	242/192.
3638880	Feb, 1972	Hollingsworth	242/192.

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Primary Examiner: Christian, Leonard D.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Jennings, Jr.; James J.