This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Seagate Technology Incorporated. Active years: 2003.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003
Title: Clyde E Goodner: Innovator in Servo Control Technology
Introduction
Clyde E Goodner is a notable inventor based in Midwest City, OK (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of servo control technology, particularly in disc drive systems. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique patent that enhances the performance of servo mechanisms.
Latest Patents
Clyde E Goodner holds a patent for "Servo control using continuous position error signal with high order polynomial component." This invention describes an apparatus and method for improved servo control in a disc drive. The design features a rotatable disc with first, second, third, and fourth radially staggered servo burst patterns that define a plurality of concentric tracks. The actuator assembly supports a transducing head adjacent to these tracks. The servo circuit combines respective at least third order polynomial functions of burst signals from the first and second, and third and fourth burst patterns. This generates a continuous function position error signal (PES) with normalized absolute magnitudes of 0 when the head is positioned at track centers, 0.5 at track boundaries, and 0.25 at quarter-track locations, with a substantially linear slope in between. The servo circuit applies current to an actuator motor to position the head relative to a selected track based on the magnitude of the PES.
Career Highlights
Clyde E Goodner is currently employed at Seagate Technology Incorporated, where he continues to innovate in the field of data storage technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and reliability of disc drives.
Collaborations
Clyde has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Randall D Hampshire and Donald B Douglas, contributing to a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.
Conclusion
Clyde E Goodner's contributions to servo control technology exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in the field of data storage. His patent reflects a significant advancement that enhances the functionality of disc drives, showcasing his expertise and dedication to engineering excellence.