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Louisville, CO, United States of America

Mark Lee Watson

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 215(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 947 
 
Storage Technology Corporation
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 7,642 
 
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1,927 
 
Oracle America, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2011

where 'Filed Patents' based on already Granted Patents

15 patents (USPTO):
1. 8014102 - Data storage tape for minimized damage (2011-09-06),
2. 7660069 - Technique for signal and transducer alignment in a tape drive (2010-02-09),
3. 7551380 - Method for writing a servo pattern in tape (2009-06-23),
4. 7505221 - Multiple section read/write head (2009-03-17),
5. 7436630 - System and method for reducing micro-discharge events in a data storage device (2008-10-14),
6. 7352540 - Giant magneto-resistive (GMR) transducer having separation structure separating GMR sensor from head-tape interface (2008-04-01),
7. 7256969 - Discrete step stabilization of narrow-track AMR read sensors (2007-08-14),
8. 7239465 - Multiple section head assembly for dual azimuth recording (2007-07-03),
9. 7123450 - Transducer positioning device utilizing a guide member mounted with flexible members (2006-10-17),
10. 6985430 - Transducer positioning device (2006-01-10),
11. 6970314 - Multiple section read/write head for high track density, flexible media storage applications (2005-11-29),
12. 6826020 - Merged-pole magnetic head having inverted write elements (2004-11-30),
13. 6744594 - Servo write head with gaps for writing high and low frequency transitions (2004-06-01),
14. 6477009 - Read module with hybird closure (2002-11-05),
15. 6191925 - Dual element read with shaped elements (2001-02-20),

Title: Innovations of Mark Lee Watson

Introduction

Mark Lee Watson is a prominent inventor based in Louisville, Colorado, known for his significant contributions to data storage technology. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Watson has developed innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of data storage systems.

Latest Patents

One of Watson's latest patents is a data storage tape designed to minimize damage during operation. This invention features a cartridge with tape that includes data and landing zones. One of the landing zones is strategically aligned with a read/write head when the tape stops advancing, thereby reducing the risk of damage. Additionally, Watson has developed a method for minimizing damage to data storage tape by utilizing a cassette with intermittent data and non-data regions. This method ensures that the tape is advanced to align a non-data region with the head before stopping. Another notable patent focuses on improving signal and transducer alignment in magnetic tape drives. This method involves writing multiple tracks to a tape, each with distinct characteristics, and determining an optimal offset based on collected values from various tracking positions.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Mark Lee Watson has worked with notable companies such as Storage Technology Corporation and Sun Microsystems, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in data storage technologies and innovations.

Collaborations

Watson has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Jeffrey Glenn Villiard and Steven Gregory Trabert. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Mark Lee Watson's contributions to data storage technology through his innovative patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in data storage solutions.

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