Studies on the frictional behavior of magnetic recording tapesMethods were developed for measuring frictional forces acting on a magnetic tape in motion or at rest, as well as the extent of stick slip. The effects of factors such as temperature, humidity, kind of gaseous atmosphere, and tape speed on the frictional interaction between various tapes and heads were investigated. Results were instrumental in the selection of a tape for the Mariner Mars 1971 spacecraft. Studies are reported on the stick slip behavior of tapes and the performance of a metallic tape, compared with the usual plastic tapes.
Document ID
19720021300
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other
Authors
Kalfayan, S. H. (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Silver, R. H. (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Hoffman, J. K. (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)