Title :
Optical disks become erasable
Author :
Freese, Robert P.
Author_Institution :
Alphatronix Inc., Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
Abstract :
The characteristics of advantages of magneto-optical storage are discussed. The way in which such disks are written, read, and erased is described. The use of optical disks for image processing is examined. Also considered are the materials that made the technology practical; expected improvements in data rates; the lagging development of drives; and the anticipated increase in capacity.<>
Keywords :
computerised picture processing; magneto-optical devices; optical disc storage; data rates; erasable optical disks; image processing; magneto-optical storage; Computer worms; Disk recording; Floppy disks; Magnetic heads; Magnetic materials; Magnetooptic recording; Material storage; Optical materials; Optical recording; Winches;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
