Abstract: A data storage element includes selectively programmable rows of data locations with at least one row including a predetermined detectable pattern of indicia. When scanned by a detector the data storage element provides signals which are stored and analyzed to verify that a data storage element has been read and data reading accuracy checks performed to assure the correct reading of data information programmed on the data storage element.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 5, 1979
Date of Patent:
May 11, 1982
Assignee:
Rapistan, Inc.
Inventors:
Clayton H. Vander Meer, Martin R. Doane