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Sunnyvale, CA, United States of America

David Anthony

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Google Inc., The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Other. Active years: 1978-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: David Anthony. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/david-anthony-rz0uhdw8

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 34(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • San Antonio, TX (US) (1978 - 1983)
  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2016 - 2017)
  • Lincoln, NE (US) (2016 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 33,987 
 
Google Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 969 
 
The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1978-2018

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9969492 - Crop height estimation with unmanned aerial vehicles (2018-05-15),
2. 9823431 - Rapid deploy outdoor cable (2017-11-21),
3. 9810872 - Fiber clamp with attachment accessory nub and receptacle (2017-11-07),
4. 9612418 - Adjustable clamp sleeve for breakaway bundled interlocking drop fiber (2017-04-04),
5. 9599281 - Pole-mounted locking strap with accessory nub locking attachment (2017-03-21),
6. 9532118 - Antenna for wireless underground communication (2016-12-27),
7. 9517564 - Fiber clamp with attachment accessory nub and receptacle (2016-12-13),
8. 9329347 - Adjustable clamp sleeve for breakaway bundled interlocking drop fiber (2016-05-03),
9. 4395200 - Downhole oil well pump (1983-07-26),
10. 4092087 - Air operated pump (1978-05-30),

Title: David Anthony: Innovator in Agricultural Technology

Introduction

David Anthony is a prominent inventor based in Sunnyvale, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of agricultural technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work primarily focuses on utilizing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for innovative applications in crop management.

Latest Patents

One of David's latest patents is titled "Crop height estimation with unmanned aerial vehicles." This invention involves a UAV configured for crop height estimation, featuring an aerial propulsion system and a laser scanner that faces downwards during flight. The control system enables the UAV to maintain a specific distance from the top of crops, allowing for accurate crop height determination based on range data from the laser scanner. Another notable patent is the "Rapid deploy outdoor cable," which includes an outer housing containing a plurality of optical fibers and a removably attached access layer. This invention enhances the efficiency of outdoor cable deployment.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, David has worked with notable companies such as Google Inc. and Nutech Ventures. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing cutting-edge technologies.

Collaborations

David has collaborated with talented individuals, including David Frank Lish and John Toccalino, further enriching his innovative endeavors.

Conclusion

David Anthony's contributions to agricultural technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in crop management and UAV applications.

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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