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Newmarket, United Kingdom

Hedley James Francis

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Arm Limited. Active years: 2003-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hedley James Francis. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hedley-james-francis

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 90.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 65(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Weston Colville, GB (2003)
  • Suffok, GB (2009)
  • Newmarket, GB (2004 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 3,772 
 
Arm Limited
 patents

Years Active: 2003-2015

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9146870 - Performance of accesses from multiple processors to a same memory location (2015-09-29),
2. 8010726 - Data processing apparatus and method for handling interrupts (2011-08-30),
3. 7802080 - Null exception handling (2010-09-21),
4. 7676652 - Executing variable length instructions stored within a plurality of discrete memory address regions (2010-03-09),
5. 7627807 - Monitoring a data processor to detect abnormal operation (2009-12-01),
6. 7509502 - Data processing apparatus and method for merging secure and non-secure data into an output data stream (2009-03-24),
7. 7426629 - Processing activity masking in a data processing system (2008-09-16),
8. 6978358 - Executing stack-based instructions within a data processing apparatus arranged to apply operations to data items stored in registers (2005-12-20),
9. 6831952 - System, method and computer program for decoding an encoded data stream (2004-12-14),
10. 6584532 - Branch searching to prioritize received interrupt signals (2003-06-24),

Title: Innovations of Hedley James Francis in Data Processing

Introduction

Hedley James Francis, based in Newmarket, GB, is a prolific inventor with a total of 10 patents to his name. His work primarily focuses on improving data processing technologies. He is currently associated with Arm Limited, a leading company in semiconductor and software design.

Latest Patents

Hedley's latest innovations include significant advancements in handling memory access and interrupt processes. One of his notable patents addresses the "Performance of accesses from multiple processors to a same memory location." This invention outlines a processing apparatus that features several processors working together, alongside a hierarchical memory system that all processors can access. The system includes multiple caches, each specifically designed for its corresponding processor, with cache coherency control circuitry to maintain data consistency across the memory system.

Another key patent focuses on a "Data processing apparatus and method for handling interrupts." This invention presents an interrupt controller capable of managing interrupts from various sources by determining the criteria for outputting interrupt request signals. The processing unit responds effectively to these interrupts, enhancing the reliability and performance of systems requiring timely responses.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career at Arm Limited, Hedley has contributed significantly to the field of data processing and memory management. His expertise has led to numerous innovations that bring efficiency and reliability to processing units, especially in systems that require quick and deterministic behaviors.

Collaborations

Hedley's collaboration with colleagues, such as Dominic Hugo Symes and Frederic Claude Marie Piry, has fostered a creative environment that promotes groundbreaking innovations. Together, they work on projects that enhance the capabilities of processing technologies at Arm Limited.

Conclusion

Hedley James Francis continues to influence the field of data processing with his innovative inventions, improving the performance and efficiency of modern technology. His contributions form a crucial part of the advancements achieved at Arm Limited, highlighting his role as a leading inventor in this rapidly evolving industry.

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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