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Kanata, Canada

Cormac Michael O'Connell

This inventor holds 53 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Memory Architecture (CPC class G11C). Top assignees: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Comp. Ltd., Mosaid Technologies Corporation, U.S. Philips Corporation. Active years: 1992-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Cormac Michael O'Connell. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/cormac-michael-o-connell

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 53 

% Patents Active = 83.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 823(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 812(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Carp, CA (2008 - 2014)
  • Hsinchu, TW (2021)
  • Ottawa, CA (2006 - 2023)
  • Ontario, CA (2012 - 2023)
  • Kanata, CA (1992 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal37 out of 42,810 
 
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Comp. Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 690 
 
Mosaid Technologies Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 14,087 
 
U.S. Philips Corporation
 patents
4. 2 out of 2 
 
Accelerix Limited
 patents
5. 2 out of 7 
 
Advanced Memory International, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 74 
 
Sige Semiconductor, Inc.
 patents
7. 1 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1992-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Memory Circuit
PUF Generation
SRAM Bit Cells
Orthogonal Dual Port RAM
Physical Unclonable Device
Self-Repairing Memory
Charge Pump
Sense Amplifier
Encryption Processor
Multi-Port Memories
Time Division Multiplexing
Fault Injection
53 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12504916 - Memory circuit including an array control inhibitor (2025-12-23),
2. 12237197 - Method for PUF generation using variations in transistor threshold voltage and subthreshold leakage current (2025-02-25),
3. 12177370 - PUF generators based on SRAM bit cells (2024-12-24),
4. 12080581 - Method for PUF generation using variations in transistor threshold voltage and subthreshold leakage current (2024-09-03),
5. 12074992 - Method and apparatus for logic cell-based PUF generators (2024-08-27),
6. 11847345 - Memory circuit including an array control inhibitor (2023-12-19),
7. 11811953 - Method and apparatus for logic cell-based PUF generators (2023-11-07),
8. 11676658 - Orthogonal dual port RAM (ORAM) (2023-06-13),
9. 11664258 - Method for PUF generation using variations in transistor threshold voltage and subthreshold leakage current (2023-05-30),
10. 11403033 - Memory circuit including an array control inhibitor (2022-08-02),
11. 11258596 - System to generate a signature key and method of operating the same (2022-02-22),
12. 11100980 - Orthogonal dual port ram (ORAM) (2021-08-24),
13. 11043404 - Method for PUF generation using variations in transistor threshold voltage and subthreshold leakage current (2021-06-22),
14. 11005669 - PUF generators based on SRAM bit cells (2021-05-11),
15. 10958270 - Physical unclonable device and method of maximizing existing process variation for a physically unclonable device (2021-03-23),

Title: Cormac Michael O'Connell: Innovator in Physical Unclonable Functions

Introduction

Cormac Michael O'Connell, based in Kanata, Canada, is a prominent inventor with an impressive record of 52 patents. His contributions to the field of semiconductor technology and authentication circuits have paved the way for advancements in secure applications and unique identification methods.

Latest Patents

Among O'Connell's latest patents is a notable invention titled "Method for PUF generation using variations in transistor threshold voltage and subthreshold leakage current." This patent discloses a physical unclonable function (PUF) generator circuit that utilizes a plurality of PUF cells to create a secure identification mechanism through unique variations in semiconductor properties. Another significant patent revolves around "PUF generators based on SRAM bit cells," which introduces an innovative circuit design that employs a PUF cell array for generating a PUF signature based on the dynamic logic states of its bit cells.

Career Highlights

O'Connell has had an impactful career, working with leading technology companies that include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. and Mosaid Technologies Corporation. His work in these organizations has solidified his status as a key figure in the development of advanced semiconductor solutions and authentication technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, O'Connell has collaborated with esteemed individuals such as Atul Katoch and Shih-Lien Linus Lu. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of groundbreaking inventions and patents, enhancing both his career trajectory and the technological landscape.

Conclusion

Cormac Michael O'Connell’s extensive portfolio of patents and collaborations reflects his dedication to innovation in the realm of physical unclonable functions and semiconductor design. His work continues to influence the fields of secure identification and authentication, ensuring a legacy of innovation that will shape future technological advancements.

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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