Computer cartridge cleaning system
OwnerMartin E. Brodskyinventor
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Abstract
Cartridges used in removable hard drive computer systems can become contaminated by ambient dust over periods of use. The invention describes an enclosure which accepts the cartridge, opens its shutter to expose the platter surface, and provides a stream of directed air to clear any dust particles present. The apparatus also includes a manually operated winder to rotate the area of the platter exposed to the air stream at any given instant of time. The specific components employed are arranged so that any contaminants dislodged fall by gravity to assist in their dispersal.
Claims14
Cartridge cleaning apparatus for a removable hard drive system, comprising:
- an enclosure for receiving a disk cartridge having a shutter openable to expose a platter surface which is rotatable through a hub located at an underside thereof;
- a fan within said enclosure;
- first means coupled with said enclosure to open said cartridge shutter and thereby expose at least a portion of said platter surface;
- second means coupled with said enclosure to energize said fan to direct a flow of air towards said exposed portion of platter surface;
- and third means coupled with said enclosure and with said hub to rotate different portions of said platter surface to said directed flow of air.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.