Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America

David Eugene Laughlin

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Carnegie Mellon University, Other. Active years: 1997-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: David Eugene Laughlin. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/david-eugene-laughlin

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 12 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 91.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 138(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 1,188

Carnegie Mellon University

patents

1 out of 834,513

Other

patents

Years Active: 1997-2014

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12 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8675456 - Method of writing data with binary anisotropy media (2014-03-18),

2. 8665055 - Soft magnetic alloy and uses thereof (2014-03-04),

3. 8449730 - Buffer layers for L10 thin film perpendicular media (2013-05-28),

4. 8211557 - Binary anisotropy media (2012-07-03),

5. 6849349 - Magnetic films having magnetic and non-magnetic regions and method of producing such films by ion irradiation (2005-02-01),

6. 6649277 - Structure for and method of making magnetic recording media (2003-11-18),

7. 6596417 - Magnetic recording medium with a Ga3Pt5 structured underlayer and a cobalt-based magnetic layer (2003-07-22),

8. 6432563 - Zinc enhanced hard disk media (2002-08-13),

9. 6248416 - Highly oriented magnetic thin films, recording media, transducers, devices made therefrom and methods of making (2001-06-19),

10. 5993956 - Manganese containing layer for magnetic recording media (1999-11-30),

11. 5800931 - Magnetic recording medium with a MgO sputter deposited seed layer (1998-09-01),

12. 5693426 - Magnetic recording medium with B2 structured underlayer and a (1997-12-02),

Title: David Eugene Laughlin: Innovator in Magnetic Materials

Introduction

David Eugene Laughlin is a prominent inventor based in Pittsburgh, PA. He has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic materials, holding a total of 12 patents. His work focuses on innovative methods for writing data and developing advanced magnetic alloys.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method of writing data with binary anisotropy media. This method involves heating a magnetic microstructure to a temperature above its transition temperature, causing a phase transition from an antiferromagnetic phase to a ferromagnetic phase. This process allows for the reversal of magnetization orientation in a magnetic storage layer using a magnetic field during the phase transition. Another notable patent is for a soft magnetic alloy and its uses, which includes a soft magnetic amorphous alloy and a soft magnetic nanocomposite alloy formed from the amorphous alloy, expressed by the formula: (FeCoM)TBN.

Career Highlights

David has worked at Carnegie Mellon University, where he has contributed to various research projects and innovations in magnetic materials. His expertise has led to advancements in the understanding and application of magnetic technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, David has collaborated with notable individuals such as David N Lambeth and Li-Lien Lee. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that has enhanced the development of his inventions.

Conclusion

David Eugene Laughlin's contributions to the field of magnetic materials and data storage technologies highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing science. His patents reflect a deep understanding of magnetic properties and their applications in modern technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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