Alaa Abou Mahmoud

This inventor holds 74 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications, primarily in User Engagement Technology (CPC class H04L). Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Airbnb, Inc.. Active years: 2015-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alaa Abou Mahmoud. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alaa-abou-mahmoud

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 74 (Patent Applications = 13)

% Patents Active = 35.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 385(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 367(Dec 10, 2025)

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Company Filing History:

73 out of 166,351

International Business Machines Corporation

Years Active: 2015-2022

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Areas of Expertise:

User Engagement

Eye-Gaze Processing

Message Consolidation

Social Networking

Natural Language Generation

Charge Management

Event Scheduling

Text Usability

Content Consolidation

Activity Stream

Video Presentation

Spam Detection

74 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11321672 - Scheduling events for multiple invitees (2022-05-03),

2. 11187574 - Smart table sensor environment (2021-11-30),

3. 11170178 - Determining the user's current preferred manner in communicating with user (2021-11-09),

4. 11023526 - System and method for graph search enhancement (2021-06-01),

5. 10984201 - Determining the user's current preferred manner in communicating with user (2021-04-20),

6. 10958615 - Communication message consolidation with content difference formatting (2021-03-23),

7. 10943250 - Technology for user engagement (2021-03-09),

8. 10936054 - User eye-gaze based derivation of activity stream processing augmentations (2021-03-02),

9. 10917376 - Origin-based consolidation of related content within social network posts (2021-02-09),

10. 10891419 - Displaying electronic text-based messages according to their typographic features (2021-01-12),

11. 10886027 - Predicting engagement items for care providers (2021-01-05),

12. 10693820 - Adding images to a text based electronic message (2020-06-23),

13. 10657140 - Social networking automatic trending indicating system (2020-05-19),

14. 10650100 - Natural language generation pattern enhancement (2020-05-12),

15. 10643188 - Charge management (2020-05-05),

Title: Alaa Abou Mahmoud: A Pioneer in Innovation

Introduction

Alaa Abou Mahmoud, a prolific inventor based in Dracut, MA, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with an impressive portfolio of 74 patents. His innovative solutions address various challenges, particularly in scheduling and smart environmental technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Alaa has developed a method for scheduling events for multiple invitees, revolutionizing how individuals coordinate gatherings. This patent involves identifying a group of invitees, checking their availability, and effectively scheduling events based on collective time slots.

Another notable patent from Alaa is the "Smart Table Sensor Environment," which encompasses a method for operating embedded electronic sensors in a table. This innovation detects the weight of a tray placed on the table at different times, enhancing user experience and interaction with everyday objects.

Career Highlights

Alaa's career features significant stints at renowned companies such as IBM and Airbnb. His work in these dynamic environments has fueled his creativity and innovation, allowing him to develop practical solutions that make a difference in users' lives through technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Alaa has collaborated with notable individuals, including Fang Lu and Paul R. Bastide. These collaborations have enriched his projects, resulting in patents that reflect a blend of expertise and innovative insights.

Conclusion

Alaa Abou Mahmoud stands out as a distinguished inventor whose patents address pressing technological needs. With a proven track record of innovation, he continues to influence the tech landscape, paving the way for future advancements through his inventive spirit and collaborative efforts.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

13 patents pending: