Patents Assigned to M5 Data Limited
  • Data storage libraries
    Publication number: 20060193078
    Abstract: A data storage library for the storage of a plurality of data storage media, the library including a Z-direction mechanism for raising and lowering the media within the library, the Z-direction mechanism comprising support means for a picker mechanism for inserting storage media into and withdrawing them from storage locations within the library, a motor driven rotateable lever arranged to raise and lower the picker mechanism, and a counter-balancing mechanism including a spring which serves to reduce the power required to drive the motor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2006
    Publication date: August 31, 2006
    Applicant: M5 Data Limited
    Inventors: Brian Hext, Charles Donkin