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Monroe, WA, United States of America

Andrew John Thornton

USPTO Granted Patents = 19 

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 276(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Redmond, WA (US) (2003 - 2013)
  • Seattle, WA (US) (2005 - 2014)
  • Monroe, WA (US) (2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 54,638 
 
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 32,429 
 
Google Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2003-2014

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19 patents (USPTO):
1. 8874888 - Managed boot in a cloud system (2014-10-28),
2. 8700816 - Configuration space virtualization (2014-04-15),
3. 8635612 - Systems and methods for hypervisor discovery and utilization (2014-01-21),
4. 8380987 - Protection agents and privilege modes (2013-02-19),
5. 8296775 - Efficient context switching of virtual processors by managing physical register states in a virtualized environment (2012-10-23),
6. 8176485 - Launching hypervisor under running operating system (2012-05-08),
7. 8117346 - Configuration space virtualization (2012-02-14),
8. 7975117 - Enforcing isolation among plural operating systems (2011-07-05),
9. 7877760 - Distributed hardware state management in virtual machines (2011-01-25),
10. 7779275 - Communication of information via an in-band channel using a trusted configuration space (2010-08-17),
11. 7716638 - Methods for describing processor features (2010-05-11),
12. 7493429 - Communication of information via a side-band channel, and use of same to verify positional relationship (2009-02-17),
13. 7457964 - Trusted path for transmitting content thereon (2008-11-25),
14. 7454530 - System and method to facilitate native use of small form factor devices (2008-11-18),
15. 7339591 - Method to manage graphics address remap table (GART) translations in a secure system (2008-03-04),

Title: Andrew John Thornton: Innovator in Cloud System Technologies

Introduction

Andrew John Thornton, based in Monroe, WA, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 19 patents. His contributions primarily focus on advancements in cloud systems and virtualization technologies, enhancing the way virtual machines operate and interact with devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is the patent for a "Managed Boot in a Cloud System." This technique involves creating a boot image at a server system based on user-specified parameters associated with virtual machine booting. The process includes providing a first virtual drive containing the boot image, booting a virtual machine using this image, and offering a second virtual drive for the virtual machine to mount as its root file system. Additionally, Thornton's work on "Configuration Space Virtualization" outlines strategies for limiting the behavior of non-privileged virtual machines interacting with devices. This patent details how a privileged authority can manage operations that may have system-wide effects, ensuring safe and efficient actions are permitted or denied.

Career Highlights

Andrew has had an illustrious career, having worked with notable companies such as Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC and Google Inc. His experiences at these technology powerhouses have undoubtedly shaped his inventive journey, leading to significant advancements in the field.

Collaborations

Thornton's collaborative efforts include working alongside esteemed colleagues like Jacob Kappeler Oshins and John E Paff. These partnerships have likely fostered an environment of creativity and innovation, contributing to the successful development of his patents.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Andrew John Thornton's contributions to cloud system technologies and virtualization are invaluable. With a total of 19 patents, his work continues to influence how technology evolves, underscoring his significance as an innovator in today's digital landscape.

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