This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1997.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1997
Title: Gary Alan Schlachter: Innovator in Network Topology Representation
Introduction
Gary Alan Schlachter is a notable inventor based in Apex, NC (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of computer communications networks. His innovative work focuses on the representation and storage of network topology information.
Latest Patents
Gary holds a patent for a "System and method for generalized network topology representation." This invention provides a system and method for storing topology information in a generalized format. It allows for the representation of this information on a graphical user interface. The patent details how topological data for each network resource is encoded using a collection of record structures in a tabular format. This data is stored in various topology information element tables, which are further categorized into data element tables, relationship element tables, and auxiliary element tables. The rows in these tables represent discrete data elements that are recursively processed and correlated. Ultimately, this information is presented as a generalized topology display via a user interface.
Career Highlights
Gary is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation, commonly known as IBM. His work at IBM has allowed him to explore and develop innovative solutions in the realm of network communications.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Gary has collaborated with several talented individuals, including John Joseph McKenna and Luciene Costa Nascimento. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Gary Alan Schlachter's contributions to network topology representation exemplify the spirit of innovation in technology. His patent and work at IBM highlight his commitment to improving computer communications networks.