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Micro-actuator with integrated trace and bonding pad support

US7535680B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 29, 2005
Grant dateMay 19, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/5556
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A micro-actuator for a head gimbal assembly includes a frame, a first set of bonding pads provided to one end of the frame, a second set of bonding pads provided to an opposing end of the frame, and a trace integrated to the frame. The trace interconnects the first set of bonding pads and the second set of bonding pads.

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