Low surface energy coatings in probe recording

Details Low surface energy coatings in probe recording Low surface energy coatings in probe recording

2006-05-01

2009-10-06

Nguyen, Tuan T (Department: 2824)

Static information storage and retrieval

Systems using particular element

Molecular or atomic

C369S126000, C977S875000, C977S947000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07599213

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus includes a storage media having a surface coated with a lubricant, and a plurality of probes having tips contacting the lubricant, wherein the probes are coated with one of a fluorocarbon, perfluoropolyether, polytetrafluoroethylene, fluorinated ethylene propylene, polyethylene, or a hydrocarbon polymer.

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