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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Devang Kundanlal Shah

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Data Replication Techniques. Top assignees: Netapp, Inc., Network Appliance, Inc., Other. Active years: 2004-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Devang Kundanlal Shah. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/devang-kundanlal-shah

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 24 

% Patents Active = 91.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 552(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Old Westbury, NY (US) (2004)
  • San Jose, CA (US) (2011 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal22 out of 2,888 
 
Netapp, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 540 
 
Network Appliance, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Data Replication
Consistency Groups
Logical Operations
File Systems
Metadata Transfer
Instantaneous Access
Storage Management
Idempotent Operations
Qtree Metadata
Hijacking Inodes
On-Demand Operations
Fileshot Management
24 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12639270 - Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items (2026-05-26),
2. 12229087 - Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items (2025-02-18),
3. 11880343 - Unordered idempotent logical replication operations (2024-01-23),
4. 11836115 - Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items (2023-12-05),
5. 11797406 - Moving a consistency group having a replication relationship (2023-10-24),
6. 11704280 - Methods for replicating data and enabling instantaneous access to data and devices thereof (2023-07-18),
7. 11449401 - Moving a consistency group having a replication relationship (2022-09-20),
8. 11409708 - Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items (2022-08-09),
9. 10860542 - Unordered idempotent logical replication operations (2020-12-08),
10. 10852958 - System and method for hijacking inodes based on replication operations received in an arbitrary order (2020-12-01),
11. 10621058 - Moving a consistency group having a replication relationship (2020-04-14),
12. 10482066 - Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items (2019-11-19),
13. 9858001 - System and method for hijacking inodes based on replication operations received in an arbitrary order (2018-01-02),
14. 9773004 - Methods for replicating data and enabling instantaneous access to data and devices thereof (2017-09-26),
15. 9659026 - Unordered idempotent logical replication operations (2017-05-23),

Title: **Devang Kundanlal Shah: Innovator in Data Storage Solutions**

Introduction

Devang Kundanlal Shah is an accomplished inventor based in San Jose, CA, with an impressive portfolio of 22 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancing data storage technologies, showcasing his commitment to innovation in the field. Shah's latest patents demonstrate his ability to solve complex problems in storage management and data replication.

Latest Patents

Among his recent patents, two noteworthy inventions stand out. The first is titled "Gransets for managing consistency groups of dispersed storage items." This invention provides a method for managing a set of storage items using a granset, allowing for the creation of consistency groups within a plurality of storage items. The granset enables various functionalities such as access control via application programming interfaces (APIs), operational redirection, and persistent on-disk layout management.

The second patent, "Unordered idempotent logical replication operations," outlines a method for replicating data containers at a logical level across different storage servers. This innovation allows for replication operations to occur without regard to the physical differences between source and destination storage systems. By preserving data object identifiers and facilitating incremental replication, this invention enhances the reliability and efficiency of data management processes.

Career Highlights

Devang Shah has had a distinguished career, having worked for notable companies such as NetApp, Inc. and Network Appliance, Inc. His work at these organizations has significantly contributed to evolving data storage solutions and has placed him at the forefront of technological advancements in this field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Devang has collaborated with talented professionals such as Alan Stuart Driscoll and Srishylam Simharajan. These partnerships have fostered innovative solutions and allowed for the exchange of ideas that push the boundaries of what is possible in data storage technology.

Conclusion

Devang Kundanlal Shah's contributions to the realm of data storage are significant and noteworthy. His patents reflect his deep understanding of the challenges faced by storage technologies and his relentless pursuit of innovative solutions. As he continues to work and collaborate within the industry, his influence on the evolution of data storage management is expected to grow, inspiring future inventors and engineers.

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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