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Redwood City, CA, United States of America

Next Computer, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Expired Patents = 4.5

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 1,200

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24 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Hartmut H Esslinger (5 out of 70 patents)

Richard Williamson (4 out of 122 patents)

Linus M Upson (4 out of 41 patents)

4. Daniel Willhite (4 out of 17 patents)

5. Jack Greenfield (4 out of 17 patents)

6. Richard E Crandall (3 out of 47 patents)

7. Bradley Taylor (3 out of 3 patents)

8. Avadis Tevanian (2 out of 3 patents)

9. Bertrand Serlet (1 out of 55 patents)

10. Kevin Enderby (1 out of 3 patents)

11. Peter N Graffagnino (1 out of 37 patents)

12. Jean-Marie Hullot (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Jean-Marie Hullot (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Christopher M Franklin (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Mark A Ross (1 out of 52 patents)

22 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6820268 - Method for associating data bearing objects with user interface objects (2004-11-16),

2. 6704744 - Method and apparatus for mapping objects to multiple tables of a database (2004-03-09),

3. 6526174 - Method and apparatus for video compression using block and wavelet techniques (2003-02-25),

4. 6513072 - Method for associating data bearing objects with user interface objects (2003-01-28),

5. 6466992 - Method for providing stand-in objects (2002-10-15),

6. 5664170 - Flexible distributed network database containing configuration (1997-09-02),

7. 5481721 - Method for providing automatic and dynamic translation of object (1996-01-02),

8. 5463690 - Method and apparatus for public key exchange in a cryptographic system (1995-10-31),

9. 5459863 - Method of maintaining data integrity in a network database (1995-10-17),

10. 5432937 - Method and apparatus for architecture independent executable files (1995-07-11),

11. 5410691 - Method and apparatus for providing a network configuration database (1995-04-25),

12. 5313624 - DRAM multiplexer (1994-05-17),

13. 5271061 - Method and apparatus for public key exchange in a cryptographic system (1993-12-14),

14. 5184124 - Method and apparatus for compressing and storing pixels (1993-02-02),

15. D331227 - Computer housing (1992-11-24),

Next Computer, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, specializing in advanced computing solutions. The organization focuses on developing innovative software and hardware products that enhance performance and efficiency across various sectors. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Next Computer is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of computing technology, particularly in areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing. Its commitment to innovation positions it as a key player in the tech landscape.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

Next Computer, Inc.

22 Patents

#89 in Redwood City, CA

#3,582 in California

#15,012 in US

#28,724 in the World

Redwood City, CA, United States of America

Next Computer, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,200

24 inventors:

Hartmut H Esslinger (5 out of 70 patents)

Richard Williamson (4 out of 122 patents)

Linus M Upson (4 out of 41 patents)

4. Daniel Willhite (4 out of 17 patents)

5. Jack Greenfield (4 out of 17 patents)

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