This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Pmc-Sierra, Inc.. Active years: 2005.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2005
Title: Douglas Konkin: Innovator in Time-Space Switch Fabrics
Introduction
Douglas Konkin is a notable inventor based in Saskatoon, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of data switching technology. His innovative work focuses on the development of flexible, self-aligning time and space switch fabrics.
Latest Patents
Konkin holds a patent for a "Flexible, self-aligning time and space switch fabrics." This invention incorporates an odd integer number of spatially distributed data switches and a plurality of spatially distributed data serializers. Each data switch features a first plurality of ingress ports, an equal plurality of egress ports, and a space switch for selectably interconnecting any one of the ingress ports to any one of the egress ports. The data serializer is designed with an input bus for receiving signals, an output bus for outputting signals, and a plurality of egress ports that can connect to any of the data switch ingress ports.
Career Highlights
Douglas Konkin has worked at Pmc-Sierra, Inc., where he has been able to apply his expertise in data switching technologies. His innovative approach has led to advancements in the efficiency and functionality of switch fabrics.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Konkin has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Andrew Milton Hughes and Carl Dietz McCrosky. These collaborations have contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies in the field.
Conclusion
Douglas Konkin's contributions to the field of data switching technology highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing the industry. His patent for flexible, self-aligning time and space switch fabrics showcases his ability to create solutions that enhance data communication.