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Sandwich type magnetoresistive read head

US4317147A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 1979
Grant dateFeb 23, 1982
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Expiry dateDec 20, 1999

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/255
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A magnetoresistive head assembly comprises a silicon substrate, a magnetoresistive element mounted on the substrate, and sapphire members formed around said substrate in a sandwich type configuration. The portion of the head which interacts in transducing relation with a magnetic medium is so configured as to realize improved wear characteristics as well as good heat dissipation with low thermal noise.

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