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Glide slider fly height calibration method using disk spin down and slider dynamic scan

US6771453B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 2001
Grant dateAug 3, 2004
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Expiry dateNov 25, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B33/10
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A calibration method for determining the flying height of a glide slider for disk glide height testing is disclosed. The method utilizes a disk with bumps in situ on a disk glide height tester. The method automatically takes into account disk topography, mounting tolerances, and slider roll.

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