Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Lewis D. Nunnelley
  • Removable lapping guide for magnetic recording head and method of use
    Patent number: 6793557
    Abstract: An electrical lapping guide is disclosed which is suitable for use with a single slider having a magnetic recording head. The electrical lapping guide provides for monitoring the progression of lapping; does not require additional electrical connection pads; and, is removable after completion of lapping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Richard D. Bunch, Timothy Clark Reiley