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Method for providing a structure in a magnetic transducer

US8191237B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2009
Grant dateJun 5, 2012
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Expiry dateAug 27, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49052
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for providing a structure in a magnetic transducer is described. The method includes performing a first planarization that exposes a top surface of the magnetic transducer. This first planarization also terminates before a portion of a first planarization buffer layer is removed. The method also includes providing a second planarization buffer layer after the first planarization is performed. The second planarization buffer layer is above the first planarization buffer layer. The method also includes performing a second planarization. This second planarization does not completely remove the second planarization buffer layer. The method also includes performing a third planarization terminating after the first planarization buffer layer is exposed and before the first planarization buffer layer is completely removed.

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