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Portland, OR, United States of America

Amit A Merchant

This inventor holds 33 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Multithreaded Processor Design. Top assignee: Intel Corporation. Active years: 1993-2008.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Amit A Merchant. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/amit-a-merchant

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 33

% Patents Active = 87.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 1,174(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Citrus Heights, CA (US) (1993 - 1999)
  • Portland, OR (US) (1996 - 2008)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal33 out of 56,394 
 
Intel Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2008

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Areas of Expertise:
Multithreading
Replay Queue
Cache Coherency
Event Processing
Thread Management
Memory Interface
Throughput Improvement
Dependency Matrix
Nonvolatile Memory
Performance Monitoring
Instruction Storing
Bus Snooping
33 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7366879 - Alteration of functional unit partitioning scheme in multithreaded processor based upon thread statuses (2008-04-29),
2. 7353370 - Method and apparatus for processing an event occurrence within a multithreaded processor (2008-04-01),
3. 7219349 - Multi-threading techniques for a processor utilizing a replay queue (2007-05-15),
4. 7200737 - Processor with a replay system that includes a replay queue for improved throughput (2007-04-03),
5. 7089409 - Interface to a memory system for a processor having a replay system (2006-08-08),
6. 7039794 - Method and apparatus for processing an event occurrence for a least one thread within a multithreaded processor (2006-05-02),
7. 6889319 - Method and apparatus for entering and exiting multiple threads within a multithreaded processor (2005-05-03),
8. 6792446 - Storing of instructions relating to a stalled thread (2004-09-14),
9. 6785803 - Processor including replay queue to break livelocks (2004-08-31),
10. 6772322 - Method and apparatus to monitor the performance of a processor (2004-08-03),
11. 6665792 - Interface to a memory system for a processor having a replay system (2003-12-16),
12. 6496925 - Method and apparatus for processing an event occurrence within a multithreaded processor (2002-12-17),
13. 6385715 - Multi-threading for a processor utilizing a replay queue (2002-05-07),
14. 6334182 - Scheduling operations using a dependency matrix (2001-12-25),
15. 6212626 - Computer processor having a checker (2001-04-03),

Title: Amit A Merchant - Innovator in Multithreaded Processing

Introduction

Amit A Merchant, based in Portland, OR, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 33 patents. His expertise lies in the field of multithreaded processors, where he has developed innovative methods and apparatuses that enhance the efficiency of processor operations.

Latest Patents

Merchant's recent patents demonstrate his commitment to advancing multithreaded technology. One notable invention is the "Alteration of functional unit partitioning scheme in multithreaded processor based upon thread statuses." This method involves a state machine that indicates the status of threads within a processor, allowing for an efficient alteration of partitioning schemes in response to changes in thread status. Another significant patent is the "Method and apparatus for processing an event occurrence within a multithreaded processor." This invention features an event detector that monitors the processing of multiple threads, clearing functional units based on specific event indications and clearing points.

Career Highlights

Amit A Merchant is currently associated with Intel Corporation, where he has made substantial contributions to the field of computer architecture and processor design. His innovative work in multithreading has positioned him as a key player in the continuous evolution of processing technology.

Collaborations

Merchant has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Darrell D Boggs and David J Sager. Together, they have contributed to groundbreaking solutions that enhance the performance and efficiency of multithreaded processors.

Conclusion

With his extensive patent portfolio and contributions to Intel Corporation, Amit A Merchant exemplifies innovation and expertise in the realm of multithreaded processing. His work continues to impact the industry, paving the way for future advancements in processor technology.

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]
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