Viscoelastic Behavior of Computer Tape Subjected to Periodic Motion

The purpose of this study was to develop a theoretical means for predicting the longitudinal motion of computer tape in a high-performance tape drive. In particular, this paper treats the motion that is governed by traveling velocity-stress wave reflections, attenuations, and interactions in the length of tape between the tangency point at the capstan and the tangency point at the stubby column in the drive.