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Storage cell assembly
Assignee: COUSINO CORP
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Filing: 1975-02-28
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Granted: 1976-08-31
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Expires: 1995-02-28
Abstract
Abstract The disclosure relates to a storage cell assembly for magnetic tape cartridges. Modular storage cells are joined into a storage cell assembly that can accommodate a plurality of cartridges in either a linear or circular array. The storage cell assembly provides rapid retrieval of audio signals, such as recorded music, computer data and announcements. Each storage cell case is three-sided, having a panel and integral opposed sidewalls. A flexible release finger extends downwardly from one sidewall to the level of the other sidewall. An end cover panel is positioned adjacent the last one of the individual storage cells and aligned retaining flanges on the sidewalls and the edges of the end cover panel define guide recesses. Retainer members are positioned in the guide recesses to hold the components in an assembled relationship. In one embodiment, a locking member is positioned adjacent the retainer member and cemented therewith to provide a unitary storage cell assembly.
Inventors
- 👤 Bernard A. Cousino
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 12:53
CPC Classifications
G; G11; G11B; G11B23/00; G11B23/02; G11B23/023
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, a flexible release finger extending downwardly from said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and means on said first and second sidewalls and said end cover panel for retaining the components in an assembled relationship, said retaining means comprising aligned retainer flanges extending outwardly from said first and second sidewalls and said end panel, said aligned retainer flanges defining retainer grooves for receiving a retainer member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, a flexible release finger extending downwardly from said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and means on said first and second sidewalls and said end cover panel for retaining the components in an assembled relationship, said retaining means comprising aligned retainer flanges extending outwardly from said first and second sidewalls and said end panel, said aligned retainer flanges defining retainer grooves for receiving a retainer member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly, according to claim 1 wherein said flexible release finger extends downwardly to the level of the bottom of said first sidewall.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly, according to claim 1 wherein said flexible release finger has a retainer ledge defined on its inner surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
132 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, a flexible release finger extending downwardly from said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and wherein the outer edges of said first and second sidewalls define vertically extending guide recesses and a pair of spaced, vertically extending ridges adjacent the side edges of said end panel, each of said ridges mating with a respective one of said guide recesses for retaining the components in an assembled relationship.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
132 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, a flexible release finger extending downwardly from said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and wherein the outer edges of said first and second sidewalls define vertically extending guide recesses and a pair of spaced, vertically extending ridges adjacent the side edges of said end panel, each of said ridges mating with a respective one of said guide recesses for retaining the components in an assembled relationship.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
121 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end, first and second sidewalls integrally attached in opposed relationship to said panel, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, release means on one of said sidewalls for releasing a cartridge position in the assembly and wherein the outer edges of said first and second sidewalls define vertically extending guide recesses and a pair of spaced, vertically extending ridges adjacent the side edges of said end panel, each of said ridges mating with a respective one of said guide recesses for retaining the components in an assembled relationship.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
121 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end, first and second sidewalls integrally attached in opposed relationship to said panel, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, release means on one of said sidewalls for releasing a cartridge position in the assembly and wherein the outer edges of said first and second sidewalls define vertically extending guide recesses and a pair of spaced, vertically extending ridges adjacent the side edges of said end panel, each of said ridges mating with a respective one of said guide recesses for retaining the components in an assembled relationship.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
121 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and means on said first and second sidewalls and said end cover panel for retaining the components in an assembled relationship, said retaining means comprising aligned retainer flanges extending outwardly from at least one of said first and second sidewalls, said aligned retainer flanges defining retainer grooves for receiving a retainer member.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
121 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly comprising, in combination, a storage case including a panel having a top loading recess defined adjacent its upper end and a bottom loading recess defined adjacent its lower edge, first and second sidewalls integrally attached to said panel, said first sidewall being longer than said second sidewall, an end cover panel positioned adjacent said first and second sidewalls in opposed relationship to said panel, and means on said first and second sidewalls and said end cover panel for retaining the components in an assembled relationship, said retaining means comprising aligned retainer flanges extending outwardly from at least one of said first and second sidewalls, said aligned retainer flanges defining retainer grooves for receiving a retainer member.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
38 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly, according to claim 6, including a circular member positioned adjacent one of said sidewalls, cooperating means on said circular member for holding said storage case and said circular member in an assembled relationship.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
23 words
A cartridge storage cell assembly, according to claim 6 including an integral drive gear positioned on the exterior surface of said second sidewall.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-08-31 | 1980-03-01 | 1980-08-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-08-31 | 1984-03-01 | 1984-08-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-08-31 | 1988-03-01 | 1988-08-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |