John VanLaanen

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 299(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Longmont, CO (US) (2006 - 2007)
Louisville, CO (US) (2001 - 2009)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 2001-2009

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7623313 - Method and apparatus for performing a self-servo write operation in a disk drive (2009-11-24),

2. 7518817 - Reduction of high-frequency electromagnetic emission quasi-peaks from disk drives (2009-04-14),

3. 7382564 - Acquiring spiral servo information on a storage surface (2008-06-03),

4. 7233455 - Method and apparatus for providing a temporary utility zone in a disk drive (2007-06-19),

5. 7230786 - Method and apparatus for dynamic placement of an integration window in a disk drive having a disk surface with spiral servo information written thereon (2007-06-12),

6. 7184241 - Disk drive that performs cold writes to erased buffer (2007-02-27),

7. 7154689 - Apparatus for writing servo bursts on a disk with servo track pitch based on read element width and methods of manufacturing same (2006-12-26),

8. 7136253 - Method and apparatus for providing multi-point position demodulation of a read head when using spiral-written servo information (2006-11-14),

9. 7019937 - Method and apparatus for determining a transducer's reference position in a disk drive having a disk surface with spiral servo information written thereon (2006-03-28),

10. 6985316 - Method and apparatus for performing seek operations in a disk drive having a disk surface with spiral servo information written thereon (2006-01-10),

11. 6185059 - Method of controlling a disk drive for eliminating blanking intervals formed on a storage disk positioned within the drive (2001-02-06),

Title: Innovations of John VanLaanen

Introduction

John VanLaanen is a notable inventor based in Louisville, Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of disk drive technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work has focused on improving the performance and efficiency of disk drives, showcasing his expertise in this area.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Method and apparatus for performing a self-servo write operation in a disk drive." This invention involves a method for writing spiral servo information onto a disk surface using a closed-loop system. The read head reads the spiral servo information to position the write head, which then writes final servo information onto the disk surface. This innovation ensures that the final servo information closely resembles that of a disk surface written using a servo track writer.

Another significant patent is "Reduction of high-frequency electromagnetic emission quasi-peaks from disk drives." This invention addresses the issue of electromagnetic emissions by altering the repetition rate of servo blocks or data. By increasing the number of data zones and varying the rotation rate of the disk, the invention aims to reduce emissions effectively.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, John VanLaanen has worked with prominent companies in the technology sector, including Maxtor Corporation and Quantum Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in disk drive technology.

Collaborations

John has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including Bruce A. Liikanen and Bruce Douglas Buch. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in disk drives and have fostered a spirit of innovation.

Conclusion

John VanLaanen's contributions to disk drive technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant inventor in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in this field, showcasing the importance of innovation in technology.

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