Location History:
- Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2013 - 2015)
- Santa Clara, CA (US) (2016)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2013-2016
Title: Innovations by Ashok Dwarakinath
Introduction
Ashok Dwarakinath is an accomplished inventor based in Sunnyvale, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of network storage systems, holding a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on enhancing storage efficiency and resource management in clustered network environments.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Policy based service management in a clustered network storage system." This invention introduces a policy-based storage efficiency management framework that allows users to manage storage efficiency attributes across multiple storage objects effectively. The framework includes a policy database that stores various policies, each containing multiple attributes. By assigning a policy to each storage object, the system can initiate storage efficiency operations through a single trigger, optimizing resource management.
Another notable patent is "System and method for preventing resource over-commitment due to remote management in a clustered network storage system." This invention features a management module and a resource allocation mechanism that enables remote management of node resources while preventing resource over-commitment. The system employs a credit-based approach to conditionally grant access to node resources and schedules jobs based on a prioritization scheme.
Career Highlights
Ashok Dwarakinath is currently employed at NetApp, Inc., where he continues to innovate in the field of network storage solutions. His expertise in policy-based management and resource allocation has positioned him as a key player in advancing storage technologies.
Collaborations
Some of his notable coworkers include Varun Jobanputra and Ravi Wijayaratne, who collaborate with him on various projects at NetApp, Inc.
Conclusion
Ashok Dwarakinath's contributions to network storage systems through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to improving technology in this field. His work continues to influence the way storage efficiency and resource management are approached in clustered environments.