This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Entrust Technologies Limited. Active years: 2000-2001.
Location History:
- Kanasa, CA (2000)
- Kanata, CA (2000 - 2001)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2000-2001
Title: Ian H. Curry: Innovator in Secure Communications
Introduction
Ian H. Curry is a notable inventor based in Kanata, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of secure communications, holding a total of 4 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the security and efficiency of group communications, which is increasingly vital in today's digital landscape.
Latest Patents
One of Ian's latest patents is titled "Method and apparatus for secure group communications." This invention outlines a method for securing group communications with reduced message overhead. It begins by initiating a secure group communication, where the security of the communication is based on the group's security credentials. The secured communication includes a secured message portion and an overhead portion based on the group, rather than each individual member. Each member of the group can determine that the secured message is intended for their specific group and can obtain a portion of the group's security credentials to decrypt the communication.
Another significant patent is "Method and apparatus for use in determining validity of a certificate." This invention constructs a preferred certificate chain based on generated certificate chain data. It facilitates rapid validity determination of certificates by allowing requesting units to send queries to a common certificate chain constructing unit. This unit automatically determines the certification chain among certification issuing units and provides the necessary data for validity determination.
Career Highlights
Ian H. Curry is currently employed at Entrust Technologies Limited, where he continues to innovate in the field of secure communications. His work has been instrumental in developing technologies that enhance the security of digital communications.
Collaborations
Ian has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Paul C. Van Oorschot and James Arthur Turnbull. Their combined expertise has contributed to advancements in secure communication technologies.
Conclusion
Ian H. Curry is a distinguished inventor whose work in secure communications has made a significant impact. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to enhancing security in digital communications.