Todd Michael Lammers

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Data Storage Systems. Top assignee: Seagate Technology Incorporated. Active years: 2014-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Todd Michael Lammers. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/todd-michael-lammers

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 32 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 81.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 114(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Lafayette, CO (US) (2014 - 2022)
Longmont, CO (US) (2023)

Company Filing History:

32 out of 8,750

Seagate Technology Incorporated

patents

Years Active: 2014-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Analog Optical Link

Magnetically Recording Data

Thermocouple

Laser Power Instability

Chirped Current Profile

Noise Cancellation

Preamplifier

Laser Bias Calibration

Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording

Adaptive Voltage Generation

Multitransducer Recording

32 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11631431 - Analog optical link for a moveable actuator in a data storage system (2023-04-18),

2. 11495249 - Method and apparatus for magnetically recording data with three or more states per unit of data (2022-11-08),

3. 10803886 - Bond-pad sharing for head-level thermocouple (2020-10-13),

4. 10410668 - Sensorless monitoring of laser power instability in a heat-assisted magnetic recording head (2019-09-10),

5. 10381036 - Laser bias calibration (2019-08-13),

6. 10255940 - Sensorless monitoring of laser power instability in a heat-assisted magnetic recording head (2019-04-09),

7. 10210887 - Chirped current profile with undershoot feature (2019-02-19),

8. 10199056 - Noise cancellation in multitransducer recording (2019-02-05),

9. 10192578 - Sensorless monitoring of laser power instability in a heat-assisted magnetic recording head (2019-01-29),

10. 10164592 - Individually programmable preamplifier (2018-12-25),

11. 10152997 - Laser current calibration using preamplifier (2018-12-11),

12. 10056132 - Assignable registers on a preamp chip (2018-08-21),

13. 9984719 - Laser mode hopping detection for heat-assisted magnetic recording device (2018-05-29),

14. 9978401 - Chirped current profile with undershoot feature (2018-05-22),

15. 9966100 - Setting laser current based on modulation level of an optical power sensor measurement (2018-05-08),

Title: Innovations of Todd Michael Lammers: A Leader in Data Storage Technology

Introduction

Todd Michael Lammers, based in Lafayette, Colorado, is a prominent inventor in the field of data storage technology, holding a remarkable 32 patents. His innovative work has contributed significantly to advancements in data transfer and magnetic recording methods, making him a notable figure within the tech industry.

Latest Patents

Lammers' latest contributions to the field include two groundbreaking patents. The first patent focuses on an analog optical link for a moveable actuator in data storage systems. This invention introduces an optical link that connects an analog front end of a data storage device controller circuit to a preamplifier/driver circuit mounted on a rotary actuator. The aim is to transfer analog domain signals efficiently, utilizing modulation elements like micro-resonance rings or Mach-Zehnder Interferometer devices. This design facilitates data transfer between local memory and non-volatile memory by employing multiplexed read, write, and power control signals.

His second notable patent is a method and apparatus for magnetically recording data using three or more states per unit of data. This invention allows the application of two or more different recording currents to a write coil of a recording head, resulting in the recording of data streams to a continuous magnetic recording medium, thus enabling data recovery through a magnetic read transducer.

Career Highlights

Lammers has established himself as a key innovator at Seagate Technology Incorporated, where his expertise in data storage technology thrives. His groundbreaking patents are not just theoretical; they represent practical applications that can enhance data storage systems used worldwide.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Lammers has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert Matousek and Tim Rausch. These partnerships have further propelled his inventive projects, combining their collective expertise to tackle complex challenges in data storage technology.

Conclusion

Todd Michael Lammers is a leading figure in the realm of innovations in data storage systems. With an impressive portfolio of patents and a commitment to advancing technology, his contributions are likely to shape the future of data transfer and magnetic recording for years to come. As he continues to innovate at Seagate Technology Incorporated, the tech community remains eager to see what groundbreaking solutions he will deliver next.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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