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Method of forming one or more sliders

US11749301B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 12, 2021
Grant dateSep 5, 2023
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/4826
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure includes methods of using a sacrificial, protective head overcoat during the manufacture of sliders. In some embodiments, the final trailing edge topography of the transducer devices is formed before applying the sacrificial, protective head overcoat. In some embodiments, the final trailing edge topography of the transducer devices is formed after removing the sacrificial, protective head overcoat.

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