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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Fabiano Fontana

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Programmable Logic Devices. Top assignees: Lattice Semiconductor Corporation, Advanced Micro Devices Corporation, Vantis Corporation. Active years: 1995-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Fabiano Fontana. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/fabiano-fontana

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 31

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 352(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Santa Clara, CA (US) (1995 - 1998)
  • San Jose, CA (US) (1999 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 764 
 
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
 patents
silverMedal10 out of 13,168 
 
Advanced Micro Devices Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 67 
 
Vantis Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Dual-port SRAM
Voltage Discharge Circuit
Bitline Floating Circuit
Flexible Memory Architectures
Power Management
Custom Identification Systems
Non-volatile Memory
Zero-power Memory Cell
Phase Locked Loop
High-speed Sense Amplifier
Input Buffer
CMOS Logic Gate
31 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8971146 - Dual-port SRAM with bit line clamping (2015-03-03),
2. 8553463 - Voltage discharge circuit having divided discharge current (2013-10-08),
3. 8451679 - Dual-port SRAM with bit line clamping (2013-05-28),
4. 8351287 - Bitline floating circuit for memory power reduction (2013-01-08),
5. 7957208 - Flexible memory architectures for programmable logic devices (2011-06-07),
6. 7724029 - Power management for integrated circuits such as programmable logic devices (2010-05-25),
7. 7702977 - Programmable logic devices with custom identification systems and methods (2010-04-20),
8. 7560953 - Power management systems and methods for programmable logic devices (2009-07-14),
9. 7554358 - Programmable logic devices with user non-volatile memory (2009-06-30),
10. 7546498 - Programmable logic devices with custom identification systems and methods (2009-06-09),
11. 7495970 - Flexible memory architectures for programmable logic devices (2009-02-24),
12. 7459931 - Programmable logic devices with transparent field reconfiguration (2008-12-02),
13. 7378873 - Programmable logic device providing a serial peripheral interface (2008-05-27),
14. RE40311 - Zero-power programmable memory cell (2008-05-12),
15. 7313025 - Flash memory erase verification systems and methods (2007-12-25),

Title: Fabiano Fontana: Innovator in Memory Technologies

Introduction

Fabiano Fontana, based in San Jose, CA, is an accomplished inventor known for his significant contributions to memory technologies. With an impressive portfolio of 31 patents, Fontana has successfully pioneered several innovations that enhance the performance and reliability of data storage systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patented inventions are a Dual-port SRAM with bit line clamping and a sophisticated voltage discharge circuit. The Dual-port SRAM patent outlines a memory design that includes a plurality of bit lines and a write driver capable of managing driven bit lines during write operations. This design features a clamping circuit that effectively manages voltage levels to optimize performance.

Additionally, the voltage discharge circuit patent presents a unique discharge system that incorporates both slow and fast discharge current paths. This innovation allows for better voltage management, minimizing the risk of overshoot conditions while enhancing overall system stability.

Career Highlights

Fabiano has collaborated with notable companies throughout his career, including Lattice Semiconductor Corporation and Advanced Micro Devices Corporation. His work in these innovative environments has cemented his reputation as a leader in memory technology development.

Collaborations

During his tenure in the industry, Fontana has worked alongside esteemed professionals such as Om P Agrawal and Howard H Tang. These collaborations have fostered an exchange of ideas that have further propelled advancements in the field of semiconductor technology.

Conclusion

Fabiano Fontana's innovative spirit and extensive patent portfolio highlight his influential role in shaping modern memory technologies. His work not only addresses current technological challenges but also paves the way for future advancements, underscoring the importance of innovation in today's digital landscape.

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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