John R Gustafson

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 21

Forward Citations = 1,164(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

24 out of 5,310

Western Digital Technologies, Inc.

patents

1 out of 234

Western Digital Corporation

patents

1 out of 8,679

Seagate Technology Incorporated

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Years Active: 1997-2016

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26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9429494 - Leakage test method for a hermetically sealed disk drive enclosure (2016-08-30),

2. 9208825 - Disk drive having a conformal peripheral foil seal having an opening covered by a central metal cap (2015-12-08),

3. 8908319 - Disk drive with slow acting desiccant (2014-12-09),

4. 8885290 - Disk drive with removably externally fixed canister under a hermetic seal (2014-11-11),

5. 8854766 - Disk drive having a conformal peripheral foil seal having an opening covered by a central metal cap (2014-10-07),

6. 8773812 - Systems and methods for providing adsorptive surface coatings on internal components of a storage drive (2014-07-08),

7. 8665555 - Disk drive with added external labyrinth path during servo track writing (2014-03-04),

8. 8199425 - Method to replace gas in a disk drive (2012-06-12),

9. 8194348 - Sealed laminated electrical connector for helium filled disk drive (2012-06-05),

10. 7605999 - Disk drive cover having a see-through insert including an electrically conductive material (2009-10-20),

11. 7434987 - Method to detect helium leakage from a disk drive (2008-10-14),

12. 7274534 - Disk drive configured to enable non destructive leak detection at the interface between a drive sub-component and the disk drive housing (2007-09-25),

13. 6979931 - Spindle motor having spindle motor stator with laminate layers for increased head stack assembly access (2005-12-27),

14. 6963469 - Spindle motor having spindle motor stator for increased head stack assembly access (2005-11-08),

15. 6961212 - Shock isolation bearings and travel limit gaps in a spindle motor and disk drive using the same (2005-11-01),

Title: **John R. Gustafson: Innovator in Data Storage Technology**

Introduction

John R. Gustafson, located in Los Gatos, California, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 26 patents. His innovations primarily focus on the field of hermetically sealed disk drives, contributing significantly to advancements in data storage technology.

Latest Patents

Some of Gustafson's most recent patents include a **leakage test method for a hermetically sealed disk drive enclosure**. This innovative method involves filling the enclosure with a gas mixture containing a tracer gas, such as helium or hydrogen, and testing for the gas's presence outside the enclosure, ensuring its durability and reliability.

Another significant patent is for a **disk drive having a conformal peripheral foil seal with an opening covered by a central metal cap**. This patent describes a novel disk drive design that features a peripheral foil seal and a central metal cap, which enhances the hermetic sealing of the disk drive while being helium-filled, thus improving performance and longevity.

Career Highlights

Gustafson has made substantial contributions to the data storage industry through his work with leading companies such as Western Digital Technologies, Inc. and Western Digital Corporation. His extensive experience in these organizations has allowed him to apply his inventive skills and knowledge to develop cutting-edge technologies in the field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Gustafson has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Jonathan M. Garbarino and Keith R. Berding. These collaborations have fostered creativity and innovation, leading to successful developments in disk drive technologies.

Conclusion

John R. Gustafson's dedication to innovation in data storage systems highlights the importance of continuous improvement in technology. Through his numerous patents and contributions to reputable companies, he remains a prominent figure in the field, shaping the future of data storage solutions.

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