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CPP reader with phase detection of magnetic resonance for read-back

US7633699B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 2006
Grant dateDec 15, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B2005/0002
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus includes a magnetically biased multilayer structure having a reference layer and a free layer separated by a spacer layer; a DC current source connected to the multilayer structure; an AC current source connected to the multilayer structure; and a phase detector for measuring a phase difference between an AC current and a voltage across the multilayer structure. A method performed by the apparatus is also provided.

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