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Mountain View, CA, United States of America

Ronald A Barr

This inventor holds 34 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Magnetoresistive Devices. Top assignees: Read Rite Corporation, Western Digital (Fremont), Inc., Nanosys, Inc.. Active years: 1993-2013.

USPTO Granted Patents = 34

% Patents Active = 82.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 29

Forward Citations = 4,666(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Chesterfield Township, MI (US) (2009)
Mountain View, CA (US) (1993 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

19 out of 297

Read Rite Corporation

patents

12 out of 728

Western Digital (Fremont), Inc.

4. 2 out of 834,307

Other

patents

Years Active: 1993-2013

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Areas of Expertise:

Magnetoresistive Sensors

Thin Film Read Heads

Electromagnetic Transducers

Data Storage

Propulsion Systems

Liquidphobic Surfaces

High Density Devices

Insulation Layer Structures

Yoke Design

Fabrication Methods

Submicron Track Widths

Write Head Structures

34 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8540889 - Methods of generating liquidphobic surfaces (2013-09-24),

2. 7611440 - Propulsion system (2009-11-03),

3. 7111382 - Methods for fabricating redeposition free thin film CPP read sensors (2006-09-26),

4. 7023658 - Submicron track-width pole-tips for electromagnetic transducers (2006-04-04),

5. 6958885 - Insulation layer structure for inductive write heads and method of fabrication (2005-10-25),

6. 6954332 - Ultra-short yoke and ultra-low stack height writer and method of fabrication (2005-10-11),

7. 6833979 - Structure and method for redeposition free thin film CPP read sensor fabrication (2004-12-21),

8. 6816345 - Magnetoresistive sensors having submicron track widths and method of making (2004-11-09),

9. 6801408 - Data storage and retrieval apparatus with thin film read head having a planar sensor element and an extra gap and method of fabrication thereof (2004-10-05),

10. 6765756 - Ultra-short yoke and ultra-low stack height writer and method of fabrication (2004-07-20),

11. 6762910 - Data storage and retrieval apparatus with thin film read head having inset extra gap insulation layer and method of fabrication (2004-07-13),

12. 6735850 - Thin film read head structure with improved bias magnet-to-magnetoresistive element interface and method of fabrication (2004-05-18),

13. 6724569 - Thin film writer with multiplayer write gap (2004-04-20),

14. 6687977 - CPP magnetoresistive device and method for making same (2004-02-10),

15. 6657816 - Thin film inductive read/write head with a sloped pole (2003-12-02),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Inventor Ronald A Barr

Introduction: Ronald A Barr, a visionary inventor based in Mountain View, CA (US), has made significant contributions to the world of innovation with an impressive portfolio of 33 patents. His groundbreaking work has revolutionized the field of surface technology and thin film read sensors.

Latest Patents: Among his latest patents include "Methods of generating liquidphobic surfaces", which focus on creating liquidphobic surfaces by generating sub-micron-structured surfaces and coating them with hydrophobic coatings. Additionally, Barr's patent on "Methods for fabricating redeposition free thin film CPP read sensors" highlights his expertise in forming current perpendicular to the plane thin film read heads.

Career Highlights: Barr has left a lasting impact through his work at renowned companies such as Read Rite Corporation and Western Digital (Fremont), Inc. His innovative spirit and dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology have led to the development of cutting-edge solutions in the realm of surface engineering and sensor fabrication.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Barr has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Kenneth E Knapp and Benjamin P Law. Together, they have spearheaded projects and research initiatives that have laid the foundation for advancements in data storage and sensor technologies.

Conclusion: Ronald A Barr's unwavering commitment to innovation, coupled with his patent portfolio and collaborations, solidify his status as a pioneering inventor in the realm of surface technology and sensor fabrication. His contributions continue to inspire future generations of inventors and researchers in their quest to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of technology.

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