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Bellevue, WA, United States of America

Eric Justin Gould Bear

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC. Active years: 2005-2008.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eric Justin Gould Bear. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eric-justin-gould-bear

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 93.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 185(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 56,259 
 
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
 patents

Years Active: 2005-2008

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7469386 - Systems and methods for interfacing with computer devices (2008-12-23),
2. D524294 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2006-07-04),
3. D517070 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2006-03-14),
4. D508492 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-08-16),
5. D508050 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-08-02),
6. D508049 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-08-02),
7. D508048 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-08-02),
8. D507572 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-07-19),
9. D506757 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-28),
10. D506747 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-28),
11. D506468 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-21),
12. D506467 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-21),
13. D506197 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-14),
14. D505954 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-07),
15. D505953 - Ergonomic and functionally-efficient one-hand user input interface (2005-06-07),

Title: Eric Justin Gould Bear: Innovator in User Interface Technology

Introduction

Eric Justin Gould Bear is a prominent inventor based in Bellevue, WA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of user interface technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on enhancing user navigation and input methods for computer devices.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Systems and methods for interfacing with computer devices." This invention provides systems, methods, and products for enhanced user navigation to complement a computer keyboard and mouse. It introduces a robust navigation interface that includes a minimally necessary group of commands, the ability to combine the functionality of multiple command calls into a single logical button, and the prioritization of command calls. Additionally, it features logical remapping of commands to buttons for a navigational device coupled to a physically rotatable display device. The invention also allows for mapping a substitute command to a logical button when engaged in a predetermined manner, such as double-clicking or press-and-hold.

Career Highlights

Eric is currently employed at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, where he continues to innovate in the realm of user interface design. His work has significantly impacted how users interact with technology, making it more intuitive and efficient.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Eric has collaborated with notable colleagues, including William Hong Vong and Leroy Bertrand Keely, Jr. These collaborations have further enriched his contributions to the field.

Conclusion

Eric Justin Gould Bear is a key figure in the development of advanced user interface technologies. His innovative patents and contributions continue to shape the way users interact with computer devices, enhancing both functionality and ergonomics.

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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