Patent ID: 7460332
Filing Date: 2008-12-02
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
1. A linear tape drive apparatus, comprising: a supply reel and a takeup reel, wherein a tape translates between the supply reel and the takeup reel; an integrally formed roller guide assembly, comprising: wherein said contact surfaces contact said tape, and rotate in response to translational movement of the tape, wherein air passes between the circumferential grooves so that the circumferential grooves generate a frictional contact force between the roller guide assembly and the tape; and a recording head actuator assembly disposed, at least in part, within the circumferential slot for engaging the roller guide assembly comprising: a high-frequency short stroke actuator that controls movement of the recording head assembly transverse to the direction of tape motion such that said recording head protrudes beyond said U-shaped carrier outer contour to contact said tape.