This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Maxtor Corporation. Active years: 1995.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1995
Title: Robert E Gercken: Innovator in Hard Disk Drive Technology
Introduction
Robert E Gercken is a notable inventor based in Longmont, Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of hard disk drive technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique patent that enhances data processing in storage devices.
Latest Patents
Gercken holds a patent for a "Channel qualifier for a hard disk drive which differentiates a raw data." This invention involves a differentiating qualifier channel in a hard disk drive. The analog signal read off a magnetic disk by the transducer is amplified and filtered, then immediately differentiated. This differentiated waveform is used to both qualify and detect the peaks of the analog read signal. Data pulses are qualified by noting that the differentiated waveform always changes polarity after the zero-crossing of a valid peak. Positive and negative peak signals are generated whenever the differentiated waveform exceeds established positive and negative thresholds. From this, a polarity signal is constructed. The pulses indicating where the polarity signal changes states are used to enable a latch. The latch is clocked by a zero-crossings signal which has been delayed such that the zero-crossings occur after the change in polarity. The output from this latch gives the valid qualified data pulses.
Career Highlights
Gercken has worked at Maxtor Corporation, where he has been instrumental in advancing hard disk drive technology. His work has contributed to the efficiency and reliability of data storage solutions. With a focus on innovation, he has dedicated his career to improving the performance of hard disk drives.
Collaborations
Some of his coworkers include Harlan P Mathews and Patrick L Adcock. Their collaborative efforts have further enhanced the development of technologies in the field of data storage.
Conclusion
Robert E Gercken's contributions to hard disk drive technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patent reflects a deep understanding of data processing and storage solutions. His work continues to influence the industry and improve the way data is managed.