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2007-09-25

2007-09-25

Heinz, A. J. (Department: 2627)

Dynamic magnetic information storage or retrieval

Head mounting

For adjusting head position

C360S234700

Reexamination Certificate

active

11265628

ABSTRACT:
A sensor comprises a transducer portion including a semi-permanently deformable portion. A deformation of the semi-permanently deformable portion in response to an activation energy deforms the transducer portion. The deformation is retained after the activation energy is removed. In another embodiment of the invention, a transducer comprises a body having an active element, a magnetostrictive element and a magnet having a magnetic field. The magnetic field causes a deformation of the magnetostrictive portion thereby adjusting the position of the active element.

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