Millipede-a highly-parallel dense scanning-probe-based data-storage system

The magnetic hard disk drive (HDD) has become the most important form of data storage. This paper discusses an alternative storage approach using scanning probe techniques (SPT) and a polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) storage medium. Five parameters are important for a data storage system: areal density...

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Main Authors: Lutwyche, M.I., Cross, G., Despont, M., Drechsler, U., Durig, U., Haberle, W., Rothuizen, H., Stutz, R., Widmer, R., Binnig, G.K., Vettiger, P.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Hard disks
Laboratories
Memory
Polymers
Probes
Resistors
Semiconductor device measurement
Silicon
Substrates
Temperature sensors
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Summary:The magnetic hard disk drive (HDD) has become the most important form of data storage. This paper discusses an alternative storage approach using scanning probe techniques (SPT) and a polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) storage medium. Five parameters are important for a data storage system: areal density, data rate, access time, error rate, and reliability. Research results indicate that SPT-based storage systems could compete with HDD technology in these areas especially in the emerging field of small-form-factor devices for mobile applications.
ISSN:0193-6530
2376-8606
DOI:10.1109/ISSCC.2000.839716