Gregory M Allen

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, primarily in Data Storage Systems. Top assignees: Dell Products Inc., Iomega Corporation. Active years: 1997-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Gregory M Allen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/gregory-m-allen

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 94.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 137(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Birmingham, AL (US) (2023)
Layton, UT (US) (1997 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1997-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Secure Programming

Error Reduction

Self-Healing Drives

Storage Devices

Disk Drive

Face Mask

Temperature Configuration

Variable Servo Track Width

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12693797 - Secure one-time programming undo system (2026-07-28),

2. 12650852 - Hardware-type-based multi-component personality configuration system (2026-06-09),

3. 12222811 - Self-healing hard disk drive system (2025-02-11),

4. 12153806 - Secure one-time programming undo system (2024-11-26),

5. 12055996 - Storage device write-read error reduction system (2024-08-06),

6. 11989565 - System and method to provide a single device type in customized products (2024-05-21),

7. 11977662 - One-time programmable features for storage devices (2024-05-07),

8. 11907534 - Storage device projected temperature environment configuration system (2024-02-20),

9. D989286 - Face mask (2023-06-13),

10. 7460328 - Compensation for variable servo track width (2008-12-02),

11. 7408734 - Preventing damage to the heads and media in a removable cartridge and disk drive (2008-08-05),

12. 7193809 - Method of compensating for microjog error due to repeatable run-out (2007-03-20),

13. 6947248 - Method and apparatus for writing with head having spaced read and write elements (2005-09-20),

14. 6724554 - Read/write protect scheme for a disk cartridge and drive (2004-04-20),

15. 6104561 - Read/write protect scheme for a disk cartridge and drive (2000-08-15),

Title: Innovations of Gregory M Allen

Introduction

Gregory M Allen is a notable inventor based in Layton, UT (US), recognized for his contributions to technology with a total of 15 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in data storage systems and secure programming technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is the "Self-healing hard disk drive system." This system features a self-healing subsystem that ensures data integrity by preventing data from being stored on malfunctioning storage resources. It intelligently remaps data to functional resources, enhancing reliability. Another significant patent is the "Secure one-time programming undo system," which allows for secure configuration of components while providing a mechanism to undo programming changes. This system ensures that once a component is programmed, it can only be modified under authenticated conditions, thereby enhancing security.

Career Highlights

Gregory has worked with prominent companies such as Iomega Corporation and Dell Products Inc., where he has contributed to various innovative projects. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his inventions, making significant impacts in the tech industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Gregory has collaborated with talented individuals, including David G Braithwaite and Clark C Bruderer. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Gregory M Allen's innovative spirit and dedication to technology have resulted in significant advancements in data storage and secure programming systems. His contributions continue to influence the tech landscape, showcasing the importance of innovation in driving progress.

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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