This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1993-1995.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1993-1995
Title: Matthias C Krantz: Innovator in Optical Data Storage
Introduction
Matthias C Krantz is a notable inventor based in San Jose, CA, who has made significant contributions to the field of optical data storage. With a total of 5 patents to his name, Krantz has developed innovative technologies that enhance data storage systems.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is an "Optical data storage system with aberration compensation for reduced." This invention comprises a laser for generating a beam of light, an optical data storage media, transmission optics for directing the beam of light to the optical medium, reception optics for receiving a reflected beam from the medium, and circuits for generating data, tracking error, and focus error signals. The reception optics includes a segmented detector, and the signals from at least two of these segments are differentially adjusted to ensure that the resulting output focus error signal is approximately independent of nonfocus wavefront aberrations.
Another significant patent is the "Step projection air bearing slider with improved stiction performance." This invention reduces slider disk stiction in a disk-based storage device by providing one or more step projections on the air bearing surface of a slider. The rear part of the step projections rests on the disk surface projections, which are positioned forward of the slider pivot point. This design elevates the leading edge of the slider, imposing a static pitch angle that reduces the slider/disk contact area. Additionally, the slider air bearing surface can be contoured to compress airflow and provide a stable slider air bearing during disk file operation.
Career Highlights
Krantz is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he continues to innovate in the field of data storage technologies. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency and performance of optical data storage systems.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Krantz has collaborated with notable coworkers, including LeRoy D Dickson and Vlad J Novotny, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Matthias C Krantz is a distinguished inventor whose work in optical data storage has led to several innovative patents. His contributions continue to shape the future of data storage technology.