Method and apparatus for leak detection in low density...

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2006-06-13

2006-06-13

Bui, Bryan (Department: 2863)

Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing

Measurement system in a specific environment

Mechanical measurement system

C702S050000, C374S004000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07062387

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to the detection of gas leaks from a gas-filled disk drive. In accordance with embodiments of the present invention, gas leaks from a disk drive can be detected by monitoring certain disk drive parameters. Furthermore, different types and instances of disk drive parameters may be monitored. No or few additional hardware components are required to be added to a disk drive in connection with implementing embodiments of the present invention.

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