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1. 11481335 - Methods for using extended physical region page lists to improve performance for solid-state drives and devices thereof (2022-10-25),

2. 10558547 - Methods for proactive prediction of disk failure in a RAID group and devices thereof (2020-02-11),

3. 10275155 - Methods for autonomous disk ownership assignment of nodes in a storage network with a multi-path configuration and devices thereof (2019-04-30),

4. 10268375 - Methods for proactive prediction of disk failure in the disk maintenance pipeline and devices thereof (2019-04-23),

5. 9811454 - Creating logical disk drives for raid subsystems (2017-11-07),

6. 8832368 - Method and apparatus for slicing mass storage devices (2014-09-09),

7. 7996724 - System and method for logging disk failure analysis in disk nonvolatile memory (2011-08-09),

8. 7984328 - System and method for reducing unrecoverable media errors (2011-07-19),

9. 7890810 - Method and apparatus for deterministic fault injection of storage shelves in a storage subsystem (2011-02-15),

10. 7734836 - Method and apparatus for dynamically qualifying mass storage devices (2010-06-08),

11. 7661020 - System and method for reducing unrecoverable media errors (2010-02-09),

12. 7529982 - Method and an apparatus for aggressively detecting media errors on storage devices with negligible performance impact (2009-05-05),

13. 7484117 - Method and apparatus for detecting and remedying excessive loop initialization (2009-01-27),

14. 7451355 - System and method for logging disk failure analysis in disk nonvolatile memory (2008-11-11),

15. 7447938 - System and method for reducing unrecoverable media errors in a disk subsystem (2008-11-04),

Title: Douglas W Coatney: A Pioneer in Storage Technology Innovations

Introduction

Douglas W Coatney is an accomplished inventor based in Cupertino, CA, with a remarkable portfolio comprising 21 patents. His innovations primarily focus on storage technology, enhancing the performance and reliability of storage devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest contributions are significant patents that have the potential to reshape data storage methodologies. One patent details “Methods for using extended physical region page lists to improve performance for solid-state drives and devices thereof.” This technology introduces a novel method for generating a physical region page (PRP) list, which includes pointers from a scatter/gather list (SGL). This approach markedly improves storage operations in non-volatile memory express (NVMe) solid-state drives (SSDs) that lack support for SGL transfers.

Another impactful patent, titled “Methods for proactive prediction of disk failure in a RAID group and devices thereof,” provides an innovative methodology for monitoring the health of storage drives within a RAID group. By analyzing performance data and comparing it with stored classifications, the system can predict which drives may fail in the near future. Additionally, it enables the secure transfer of critical data to secondary storage drives before any failures occur, ensuring data integrity.

Career Highlights

Douglas W Coatney's career includes significant roles at notable companies like Network Appliance, Inc. and NetApp, Inc. His tenure at these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in storage technology, contributing to advancements that maximize device efficiency and reliability.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Coatney has collaborated with esteemed professionals in the industry, including Atul Goel and Scott D Gillette. Their collective efforts have driven innovation, leading to groundbreaking solutions in storage technologies.

Conclusion

Douglas W Coatney exemplifies a commitment to innovation in the storage technology field through his numerous patents and collaborations. His contributions not only enhance storage performance but also ensure greater reliability and proactive measures against potential failures, marking him as a pivotal figure in the evolution of data storage solutions.

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