This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Bell Atlantic Network Services, Inc.. Active years: 1998.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998
Title: The Innovations of Charles H. Stier
Introduction
Charles H. Stier is an accomplished inventor based in Herndon, VA (US). He is known for his significant contributions to the field of wireless communication technology. With a focus on digital multiplexing, Stier has developed innovative solutions that enhance the delivery of multimedia content.
Latest Patents
Stier holds a patent for "Wireless on-premises video distribution using digital multiplexing." This invention describes a digital network that delivers multiplexed channels to customer premises. Each multiplexed channel contains a digitally multiplexed data stream, which includes digitized broadband information related to various programs. At the customer premise, a shared processing system is utilized, featuring several channel selectors and program selectors. Each channel selector is responsible for selecting one of the multiplexed channels, while each program selector chooses digitized broadband information pertaining to a selected program from the chosen channel. A multiplexer then combines the selected digitized broadband information from the program selectors into a transport stream. The transmitter system, which may include a digital modulator, a spread spectrum modulator, and a broadcast antenna, provides a wireless broadcast of the digital transport stream throughout the customer premise and potentially to nearby premises. Terminal devices within range of the broadcast can receive the wireless signal and process the selected digitized broadband information to present content related to a chosen program, such as on an associated television set.
Career Highlights
Stier has made notable strides in his career, working with Bell Atlantic Network Services, Inc. His work has significantly impacted the way digital content is distributed and consumed in residential settings.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Stier has collaborated with talented individuals, including Denny L. Hylton and Robert D. Farris. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in the telecommunications sector.
Conclusion
Charles H. Stier's innovative work in wireless communication and digital multiplexing has paved the way for advancements in video distribution technology. His contributions continue to influence the industry and enhance user experiences in multimedia consumption.