Abstract: Flexible disc memory apparatus has a drive for rotating the flexible disc in a cartridge which is opened when inserted into the apparatus by a wedge shaped member inserted into the cartridge. The drive includes a magnetic coupling and centering device for the hub of the flexible disc. A movable head plate carries transducer heads which are positioned at selected track locations by the head. The apparatus also includes a second flexible disc and head plate integrally incorporated in the apparatus.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 20, 1973
Date of Patent:
August 17, 1976
Assignee:
Genisco Technology Corporation
Inventors:
James O. Jacques, Barry C. Kockler, Frank M. Weller, Jr.