Single degree of freedom belt drive tensioning system for a plotter apparatus

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PATENT NO 5280309
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07713703

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A belt-drive tensioning system for a motor drive positioning system, especially for X-Y digital plotters. The tensioning system employs spring-loading involving motion along only one translational direction to accurately preset and maintain constant the desired belt tension. Preferred embodiments to provide a self-contained modular unit include a dual plate assembly in roller-bearing relationship, and the use of V-shaped mounting springs.

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CALCOMP TECHNOLOGY INC2411 W LAPALMA AVENUE ANAHEIM CA 92803

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Schmidt, Marlan L Pflugerville, TX 2 18
Spaulding, Gregory L Manhattan, KS 3 342
Zinsmeyer, Charles D Austin, TX 7 165

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