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Data writer with tapered side shield sidewalls

US9218824B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 8, 2014
Grant dateDec 22, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 8, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/315
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A data writer may be generally configured at least with a write pole that has a pole sidewall and a continuous first taper angle connecting leading and trailing edges. The write pole can be positioned adjacent to a side shield that is configured with first and second shield sidewalls tapered to a shield tip that is the closest point between the write pole and side shield.

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