Redwood City, CA, United States of America

Dirk Balfanz

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent and 8 EPO patents. Top assignees: Palo Alto Research Center Inc., Google Inc., Xerox Corporation. Active years: 2006-2020.

USPTO Granted Patents = 32 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 71.9

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 8 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 18

Forward Citations = 1,290(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Palo Alto, CA (US) (2008)
Menlo Park, CA (US) (2007 - 2012)
Mountain View, CA (US) (2016 - 2018)
Redwood City, CA (US) (2006 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

18 out of 2,079

Palo Alto Research Center Inc.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2020

Loading Chart...

Areas of Expertise:

User Authentication

Secure Wireless Sensors

Proximity-Based Interaction

Credential Management

Multimedia Network Security

Session Key Distribution

Secure Resource Management

Portable Security Tokens

Data Protection

Secure Online Commerce

File Sharing Security

Cross-Certification

32 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10848484 - Auto-user registration and unlocking of a computing device (2020-11-24),

2. 10050960 - Methods and systems of adding a user account to a device (2018-08-14),

3. 9882895 - Auto-user registration and unlocking of a computing device (2018-01-30),

4. 9449160 - Methods and systems of adding a user account to a device (2016-09-20),

5. 9392104 - Limiting user interaction with a computing device based on proximity of a user (2016-07-12),

6. 9325696 - System and method for authenticating to a participating website using locally stored credentials (2016-04-26),

7. 9276914 - Auto-user registration and unlocking of a computing device (2016-03-01),

8. 8515389 - Method, apparatus, and program product for provisioning secure wireless sensors (2013-08-20),

9. 8345871 - Fast authentication over slow channels (2013-01-01),

10. 8256664 - Out-of band authentication of browser sessions (2012-09-04),

11. 8156337 - Systems and methods for authenticating communications in a network medium (2012-04-10),

12. 8135956 - Systems and methods for lightweight authentication (2012-03-13),

13. 8023654 - Securing multimedia network communication (2011-09-20),

14. 7937752 - Systems and methods for authenticating communications in a network medium (2011-05-03),

15. 7937089 - Method, apparatus, and program product for provisioning secure wireless sensors (2011-05-03),

Title: Dirk Balfanz: Innovator and Patent Holder Transforming Device Access

Introduction

Dirk Balfanz is an esteemed inventor based in Redwood City, California, recognized for his significant contributions to technology. With an impressive portfolio of 32 patents, Balfanz has focused on simplifying and enhancing user interactions with computing devices through innovative solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a technology for auto-user registration and unlocking of a computing device. This innovation involves the first computing device detecting a second device within a predetermined distance while in a locked mode. It then receives an access key from the second device to exit the locked mode. Another notable patent is for methods and systems of adding a user account to a device. This method includes detecting an audio signal from an unassociated device and sending an authorization command to grant access to the user account.

Career Highlights

Dirk Balfanz's career includes notable tenures at Palo Alto Research Center Inc. and Google Inc., where he contributed to advancing technology through his groundbreaking patents. His work has paved the way for more seamless interactions between users and their devices.

Collaborations

During his career, Balfanz has collaborated with talented individuals such as Diana Kathryn Smetters and Glenn Edward Durfee. Their shared expertise and innovative spirit have led to fruitful projects and advancements in device technology.

Conclusion

Dirk Balfanz continues to be a prolific inventor whose work greatly impacts the way we interact with technology today. His patents not only showcase his innovative mindset but also contribute to creating more efficient and user-friendly devices for the future.