constant angular velocity


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constant angular velocity

(storage)
(CAV) A disk driving scheme in which the angular velocity of the disk is kept constant. This means that the linear velocity of the disk be larger when the reading or writing the outer tracks. The disadvantage of this technique is that the read/write speed varies from track to track. However, as mechanical stability puts an upper limit on the angular velocity (and not the linear velocity) this allows the full potential of the drive is used.
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CAV stands for Constant Angular Velocity, and means that the disc is read/written at a constantly increasing speed.
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This hysteresis loop is generated at a constant angular velocity, as is the sinusoidal curve.
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Static loading driving moment [M.sub.z]([omega]) by constant angular velocity [n.sub.d] = 1 000 [min.sup.-1], was used in this load state.

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