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Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

Glen A Garfunkel

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USPTO Granted Patents = 42 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 421(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Los Gatos, CA (US) (1995)
  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (1996 - 2000)
  • San Jose, CA (US) (2000 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal25 out of 1,214 
 
Headway Technologies, Incorporated
 patents
silverMedal16 out of 164,108 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 2,636 
 
Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.v.
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2025

where 'Filed Patents' based on already Granted Patents

42 patents (USPTO):
1. 12211526 - Adaptive bias control for magnetic recording head (2025-01-28),
2. 11887635 - Adaptive bias control for magnetic recording head (2024-01-30),
3. 11380355 - Adaptive bias control for magnetic recording head (2022-07-05),
4. 11217274 - Hard magnetic stabilized shield for double (2DMR) or triple (3DMR) dimension magnetic reader structures (2022-01-04),
5. 10593357 - Hard magnet stabilized shield for double (2DMR) or triple (3DMR) dimension magnetic reader structures (2020-03-17),
6. 10115418 - Hard magnet stabilized shield for double (2DMR) or triple (3DMR) dimension magnetic reader structures (2018-10-30),
7. 9601138 - Bias layer and shield biasing design (2017-03-21),
8. 9437225 - Reader designs of shield to shield spacing improvement (2016-09-06),
9. 9361923 - PP3 shape designs for shield domain control to improve either skip track erasure (STE) or write performance for perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR) (2016-06-07),
10. 9230577 - Thin seeded antiferromagnetic coupled side shield for sensor biasing applications (2016-01-05),
11. 8881378 - Method to improve performance of a magneto-resistive (MR) sensor (2014-11-11),
12. 8824106 - Two sensor reader for hard disk drive (HDD) (2014-09-02),
13. 8817425 - Dual-piece heat sink layer for robust reader in magnetic recording head (2014-08-26),
14. 8817420 - Write head having recessed magnetic material in gap region (2014-08-26),
15. 8767349 - Write head having recessed magnetic material in gap region (2014-07-01),

Title: Glen A Garfunkel: Pioneering Innovator in Magnetic Recording Technology

Introduction:

Glen A Garfunkel, a luminary in the field of innovation, hails from Palo Alto, CA (US). With an impressive portfolio of 41 patents, his groundbreaking work has significantly influenced the landscape of technology.

Latest Patents:

Among his latest patents is the "Adaptive bias control for magnetic recording head." This innovation involves a read head incorporating a permanent magnet layer strategically positioned to optimize bias point and sensor asymmetry for enhanced device yield. The utilization of materials like CoPt or CoCrPt with specific coercivity levels underscores Glen's attention to detail and precision in design.

Career Highlights:

Garfunkel's illustrious career spans across renowned organizations such as Headway Technologies, Incorporated and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). His contributions have propelled advancements in magnetic storage solutions, reaffirming his status as a trailblazer in the industry.

Collaborations:

Throughout his journey, Glen has collaborated with esteemed professionals like Moris Musa Dovek and Min Li. Together, they have synergized their expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive innovation forward.

Conclusion:

Glen A Garfunkel's passion for innovation, coupled with his relentless pursuit of knowledge, serves as a guiding light for aspiring inventors. His dedication to pushing boundaries and shaping the future of technology sets a profound example for the next generation of innovators worldwide.

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