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Laguna Hills, CA, United States of America

Michael Troy Nicholls

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 45(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 5,310 
 
Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2014-2017

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13 patents (USPTO):
1. 9761266 - Data storage device optimizing spindle motor power when transitioning into a power failure mode (2017-09-12),
2. 9424868 - Data storage device employing spindle motor driving profile during seek to improve power performance (2016-08-23),
3. 9355676 - Data storage device controlling amplitude and phase of driving voltage to generate power from a spindle motor (2016-05-31),
4. 9343102 - Data storage device employing a phase offset to generate power from a spindle motor during a power failure (2016-05-17),
5. 9230593 - Data storage device optimizing spindle motor power when transitioning into a power failure mode (2016-01-05),
6. 9214175 - Data storage device configuring a gain of a servo control system for actuating a head over a disk (2015-12-15),
7. 9171568 - Data storage device periodically re-initializing spindle motor commutation sequence based on timing data (2015-10-27),
8. 9171567 - Data storage device employing sliding mode control of spindle motor (2015-10-27),
9. 9141177 - Data storage device employing glitch compensation for power loss detection (2015-09-22),
10. 9099147 - Data storage device commutating a spindle motor using closed-loop rotation phase alignment (2015-08-04),
11. 9047932 - Data storage device adjusting a power loss threshold based on samples of supply voltage (2015-06-02),
12. 8982501 - Data storage device compensating for repeatable disturbance when commutating a spindle motor (2015-03-17),
13. 8885285 - Impact detection for data storage device (2014-11-11),

Title: Michael Troy Nicholls: Innovator in Data Storage Technology

Introduction

Michael Troy Nicholls is a prominent inventor based in Laguna Hills, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of data storage technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative work focuses on optimizing spindle motor performance, particularly in scenarios involving power management.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Nicholls has developed a data storage device that optimizes spindle motor power when transitioning into a power failure mode. This invention includes a spindle motor configured to rotate a disk, with a unique commutation sequence that adjusts the driving voltage based on the operational state. Another notable patent involves a data storage device employing a spindle motor driving profile during seek operations to improve power performance. This technology adjusts the amplitude of the driving voltage according to the seek length, effectively compensating for power disturbances.

Career Highlights

Nicholls is currently employed at Western Digital Technologies, Inc., where he continues to push the boundaries of data storage solutions. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and reliability of data storage devices.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Joseph J Crowfoot and Wei Xi, who have collaborated with him on various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Michael Troy Nicholls stands out as an influential inventor in the realm of data storage technology, with a strong portfolio of patents that reflect his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing the field. His contributions are paving the way for more efficient data storage solutions in the future.

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