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Lapping plate texture for increased control over actual lapping force

US7662021B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 17, 2007
Grant dateFeb 16, 2010
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Expiry dateOct 17, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B23/505
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A slider lapping texture for implementation in a lapping environment. The slider lapping texture includes a lapping texture structure for utilization in a lapping process performed on a slider. The structure also includes a first surface having a base elevation. The structure further includes a second surface at an elevation higher than the base elevation. The second surface is for lapping the slider. The structure additionally includes an opening for expelling residue associated with a lapping process. The slider lapping texture is configured to generate an attractive force when the slider is motioned thereupon in a substantially unidirectional manner.

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