Dr Paul Davey

Research interests

All storage technologies are converging towards the absolute quantum limit in order to meet a constant demand for greater storage capacity and speed. In an attempt to overcome the ensuing reduction in signal-to-noise ratios, the application of advanced parallel signal processing techniques and Multi-Dimensional coding to multi-track storage systems, are being investigated to satisfy the demand for both increased storage density and higher data rates. This research has already resulted in a number of Two-Dimensional coding strategies for magnetic recording and it is intended to extend this work to Three-Dimensions for volumetic and holographic optical storage.

Key Areas of Interest:

• Digital Signal Processing and Coding for Information Storage Systems
• Optical and Magnetic Storage
• Information Sensing and Security
• Embedded Systems Design
• Interfacing Microprocessor & Microcontroller Systems
• Spintronics and Quantum Computing

Grants & contracts

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER PARTNERSHIPS (KTP)

2012 -   Kingsbury Lake Ltd. : 
To develop a prototype tool with the selected technology for use on packaging material.

2012 -   Spinnaker International Ltd. :
To research and design a highly efficient resonant inductive charging and energy storage system.
 
2014 -   Fairford ElectronicsLtd. : 
To evaluate the requirements of different markets and develop a power electronic energy saving device using innovative technology that could be incorporated into other products.

EXTERNAL CONTRACTS

Project Leader
2006 - 12   Bank of England Printing Works (2 projects, £12,798)
2004 - 09   DeLaRue (9 projects, £49,098)
2009          Cottage Heating Ltd. (£2,994)

Principle Investigator
2004 - 05   Arjo Wiggins (2 projects, £68,000)
2003 - 04   Trix SRT (£31,438)

Research groups

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Wolfson Nanomaterials and Devices Laboratory