Erik Richter Altman

This inventor holds 33 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Performance Optimization. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2002-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Erik Richter Altman. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/erik-richter-altman

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 33 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 36.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 489(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

33 out of 166,325

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2002-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Fraud Detection

Multi-Task Learning

Performance Anti-Patterns

Adaptive Monitoring

Multiprocessor Emulation

Instruction Execution

Bottleneck Identification

Cache Storage

Memory Operations

Dynamic Compilation

Shared Memory

Instruction Bits

33 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12555114 - Fraud detection using multi-task learning and/or deep learning (2026-02-17),

2. 10346283 - Dynamically identifying performance anti-patterns (2019-07-09),

3. 10176022 - Dynamically adapting a test workload to accelerate the identification of performance issues (2019-01-08),

4. 10078571 - Rule-based adaptive monitoring of application performance (2018-09-18),

5. 9823994 - Dynamically identifying performance anti-patterns (2017-11-21),

6. 8719548 - Method and system for efficient emulation of multiprocessor address translation on a multiprocessor (2014-05-06),

7. 8627317 - Automatic identification of bottlenecks using rule-based expert knowledge (2014-01-07),

8. 8589662 - Accepting or rolling back execution of instructions based on comparing predicted and actual dependency control signals (2013-11-19),

9. 8151092 - Control signal memoization in a multiple instruction issue microprocessor (2012-04-03),

10. 7979682 - Method and system for preventing livelock due to competing updates of prediction information (2011-07-12),

11. 7971033 - Limiting entries in load issued premature part of load reorder queue searched to detect invalid retrieved values to between store safe and snoop safe pointers for the congruence class (2011-06-28),

12. 7966478 - Limiting entries in load reorder queue searched for snoop check to between snoop peril and tail pointers (2011-06-21),

13. 7953588 - Method and system for efficient emulation of multiprocessor address translation on a multiprocessor host (2011-05-31),

14. 7865699 - Method and apparatus to extend the number of instruction bits in processors with fixed length instructions, in a manner compatible with existing code (2011-01-04),

15. 7844446 - Method and system for multiprocessor emulation on a multiprocessor host system (2010-11-30),

Title: **Erik Richter Altman: Innovator in Performance Testing Technologies**

Introduction

Erik Richter Altman, based in Danbury, CT, has made significant contributions to the field of software performance testing, holding an impressive total of 32 patents. His innovations are pivotal in enhancing the identification and resolution of performance-related issues in software systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Erik has developed methods for **Dynamically Identifying Performance Anti-Patterns**. This invention focuses on recognizing performance issues in real-time by assessing documented symptoms against the behavior of a software system. Additionally, he has created a patent for **Dynamically Adapting a Test Workload to Accelerate the Identification of Performance Issues**. This improvement allows for real-time adjustments to testing workloads, effectively stressing the functionality of applications suspected of causing performance problems.

Career Highlights

Erik is currently affiliated with the International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he has contributed to numerous projects aimed at refining software performance diagnostics. His work is characterized by a commitment to advancing the methodologies used in performance testing, thereby improving the efficiency of software systems.

Collaborations

Erik collaborates with esteemed colleagues such as Sumedh Wasudeo Sathaye and Michael K. Gschwind. Together, they contribute to the innovative landscape of performance technology, ensuring that their collective expertise drives the development of cutting-edge software solutions.

Conclusion

Erik Richter Altman stands out in the realm of software performance innovation. His contributions through patents and collaborative efforts make a lasting impact on the industry, paving the way for more efficient and effective software performance testing methods. As he continues to explore new avenues in this field, his work will likely lead to further advancements in performance engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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