Company Filing History:

6 out of 728

Western Digital (fremont), Inc.

patents

3 out of 164,197

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

2 out of 2,636

Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.v.

patents

4. 1 out of 5,313

Western Digital Technologies, Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2003-2023

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12 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11776568 - Device lifetime improvement through constant temperature (2023-10-03),

2. 8897104 - Method and system for performing off-disk measurements of laser-induced NFT protrusion in a heat assisted magnetic recording transducer (2014-11-25),

3. 8861317 - Heat assisted magnetic recording transducer having protective pads (2014-10-14),

4. 8837081 - Laminated touchdown sensor for hard disk drives (2014-09-16),

5. 8749920 - Magnetic recording head with dynamic fly height heating and having thermally controlled pole tip protrusion to control and protect reader element (2014-06-10),

6. 8670214 - Method and system for providing enhanced thermal expansion for hard disk drives (2014-03-11),

7. 8665561 - Method and system for providing enhanced thermal expansion for hard disk drives (2014-03-04),

8. 7121133 - System, method, and apparatus for glide head calibration with enhanced PZT channel for very low qualification glide heights (2006-10-17),

9. 7064659 - Glide testing of disks with calibration confirmation testing by inducing collision of the slider with production disk surface (2006-06-20),

10. 6662623 - Apparatus and method for glide height calibration of disk surfaces by use of dual-zone laser texture (2003-12-16),

11. 6530258 - Disk drive laser melt bump disk for accurate glide calibration and certification processing (2003-03-11),

12. 6526639 - Method for burnishing hard disks (2003-03-04),

Title: Yu Lo: Innovator in Data Storage Technology

Introduction

Yu Lo is a prominent inventor based in Foster City, CA (US), known for his significant contributions to data storage technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, he has made remarkable advancements in the field, particularly in improving the performance and longevity of data storage devices.

Latest Patents

One of Yu Lo's latest patents is titled "Device lifetime improvement through constant temperature." This invention focuses on enhancing the lifetime of data storage devices by utilizing an energy assist element. Instead of applying a uniform current to each energy assist element, this method allows for a specific write current tailored to each element. This unique approach ensures that all energy assist elements maintain a consistent temperature during operation, leading to predictable performance and increased device longevity.

Another notable patent is the "Method and system for performing off-disk measurements of laser-induced NFT protrusion in a heat assisted magnetic recording transducer." This invention involves a method and system for testing a heat assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) transducer. The transducer is optically coupled to a laser and includes various components such as waveguides and near-field transducers (NFTs). The method allows for measuring the protrusion of NFTs while the transducer is not in proximity to the media, providing valuable insights into its performance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yu Lo has worked with several esteemed companies, including Western Digital and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). His experience in these organizations has significantly influenced his innovative work in data storage technologies.

Collaborations

Yu Lo has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Shanlin Duan and Neil David Knutson. Their combined expertise has contributed to the development of groundbreaking technologies in the field.

Conclusion

In summary, Yu Lo is a distinguished inventor whose work has greatly impacted the data storage industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing technology and improving device performance.

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