| abstract |
Magnetically-induced, super-resolution (MSR), magneto-optical (MO) information storage media having improved tribological properties when used in high-density storage devices employing very small head flying heights are formed by providing a protective flash layer overcoat (FLO)/lubricant topcoat layer system on the media surface. Embodiments of the present invention include forming the FLO layer of an amorphous, abrasion-resistant, carbon-based, diamond-like material not greater than about 10 Å thick and selected from CN x , CH x , and CN x H y , and providing the lubricant topcoat as an about 15-25 Å thick layer of a fluoropolyether or perfluoropolyether compound, e.g., perfluoropolyethylene (PFPE). |