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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Erik P Machnicki

This inventor holds 53 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in System On A Chip (CPC class G06F). Top assignees: Apple Inc., Cradle IP, LLC, Cradle Technologies, Inc.. Active years: 2006-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Erik P Machnicki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/erik-p-machnicki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 53 

% Patents Active = 92.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 265(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 236(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2006 - 2010)
  • Los Altos, CA (US) (2018 - 2020)
  • San Jose, CA (US) (2012 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal46 out of 43,495 
 
Apple Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 4 
 
Cradle IP, LLC
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 18 
 
Cradle Technologies, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2006-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Always-On Processor
Power Management
Interrupt Handling
Memory Devices
Dynamic Clock Gating
Thermal Voltage Margin
Asynchronous Gating
Cache Structures
Security Enclave
DMA Scheduling
Numerically-Controlled Oscillator
Edge-Triggered Interrupt
53 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12460950 - System on a chip with always-on processor (2025-11-04),
2. 12117320 - System on a chip with always-on component with powered-down configurations to process audio samples (2024-10-15),
3. 11079261 - System on a chip with always-on processor (2021-08-03),
4. 10877688 - System for managing memory devices (2020-12-29),
5. 10488230 - System on a chip with always-on processor (2019-11-26),
6. 10261894 - System on a chip with always-on processor which reconfigures SOC and supports memory-only communication mode (2019-04-16),
7. 10055369 - Systems and methods for coalescing interrupts (2018-08-21),
8. 10048720 - Timebase synchronization (2018-08-14),
9. 10031000 - System on a chip with always-on processor (2018-07-24),
10. 9959124 - Secure bypass of low-level configuration in reconfiguration of a computing system (2018-05-01),
11. 9864399 - Timebase synchronization (2018-01-09),
12. 9823730 - Power management of cache duplicate tags (2017-11-21),
13. 9811142 - Low energy processor for controlling operating states of a computer system (2017-11-07),
14. 9659616 - Configuration fuse data management in a partial power-on state (2017-05-23),
15. 9658634 - Under voltage detection and performance throttling (2017-05-23),

Title: Innovations by Erik P Machnicki: A Pioneer in System on a Chip Technology

Introduction

Erik P Machnicki, based in San Jose, California, is an accomplished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 52 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in system on a chip (SoC) technology, particularly the development of components that enhance the efficiency and functionality of electronic devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Machnicki has introduced two noteworthy patents. The first is a "System on a Chip with Always-On Component with Powered-Down Configurations to Process Audio Samples." This patent describes an SoC design in which a dedicated component continues to operate even when the central processing unit (CPU) and memory controller are powered down. This innovative design allows for capturing and analyzing audio samples efficiently, waking up the CPU only when necessary.

The second patent is titled "System on a Chip with Always-On Processor." Similar to his previous work, this SoC includes a component that remains functional when the rest of the chip is powered off. It is designed to process data from various device sensors and can wake up the main components only after filtering the captured data, thus optimizing power consumption.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Machnicki has made significant contributions while working at notable companies such as Apple Inc. and Cradle IP, LLC. His roles in these organizations have allowed him to harness his expertise in chip design and innovation, pushing the boundaries of technology.

Collaborations

Machnicki has collaborated with prominent colleagues in the field, including Manu Gulati and Shane J Keil. These partnerships have enhanced the creative process and allowed for the development of groundbreaking technologies in SoC design.

Conclusion

Erik P Machnicki's innovative approach to system on a chip technology has not only earned him numerous patents but also positioned him as a leading figure in the industry. His contributions continue to influence advancements in electronic devices and pave the way for future innovations in technology.

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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