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Wireless suspension design with ground plane structure

US7161767B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 16, 2002
Grant dateJan 9, 2007
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Expiry dateDec 11, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/486
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and devices are described that provide improved electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection for suspension assemblies. In one embodiment, a ground line is provided among the traces that are used in the suspension. Alternatively, a top ground plane is provided on top of the conductive traces with an interposed insulative layer. The ground line and/or the top ground plane provide EMI protection for read and write signals traveling through the traces (e.g., read and write traces) of the suspension assembly. The ground line and/or the top ground plane reduce the interaction between the read and the write traces, thus minimizing cross talk.

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