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Multiple CCP layers in magnetic read head devices

US7990660B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 14, 2011
Grant dateAug 2, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1121
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An improved CPP magnetic read device whose oxide barrier comprises at least two separate CCP layers is disclosed. These two CCP layers differ in the PIT and IAO treatments that they received relative to the PIT/IAO treatment that would be used when only a single CCP layer is formed.

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