This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Thomson Licensing. Active years: 2014.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2014
Title: Benoit Mercier: Innovator in Digital Data Flow Technology
Introduction
Benoit Mercier is a notable inventor based in Noyal sur Vilaine, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of digital data flow technology, particularly in the area of video on demand (VOD) systems. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique method for sending commands to digital data flow servers.
Latest Patents
Benoit Mercier holds a patent for a "Method of sending a command to a digital data flow server and apparatus used to implement said method." This invention relates to a method of sending commands to a VOD server, such as using RTSP, which is local to the client. The commands include a reference to the relative current position, which is maintained by the receiver based on PTS received in the MPEG stream. This method eliminates the need to send a request to the server or rely on a descriptor in the stream to manage jumps in PTS.
Career Highlights
Benoit Mercier is associated with Thomson Licensing, where he has been able to apply his expertise in digital data flow technology. His work has contributed to advancements in how digital content is delivered and managed, enhancing user experience in VOD services.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Benoit has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Jean-Claude Colmagro and Thierry Quere. These partnerships have fostered innovation and have been instrumental in the development of new technologies in the field.
Conclusion
Benoit Mercier's contributions to digital data flow technology exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in the realm of video on demand systems. His patent and work at Thomson Licensing highlight his role as a key figure in advancing this technology.