We apply the dynamic simulation and modal analysis method to analyze the dy
namic properties of slider-air-bearings. First, the theoretical background
and proposed methods are described. Then Jive basic types, one of which is
first proposed in this paper, of the air bearing surfaces (ABS) are briefly
discussed. The dynamic properties of the sliders are investigated, and com
pared with each other. It is found that a negative pressure slider has the
highest stiffness and lowest damping, the TPC and two newly proposed slider
s demonstrate higher damping. Finally, the general ABS design problem is br
iefly discussed. A new advanced slider is designed, analyzed, and compared
with the other sliders. The air bearing of the new slider design has larger
stiffness and the highest damping of those studied.