Lebanon, NH, United States of America

James Alan Witmer

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Tomtom North America, Inc., Teleatlas North America Inc. Active years: 2011-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James Alan Witmer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-alan-witmer

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 5 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 40(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2011-2016

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of James Alan Witmer

Introduction

James Alan Witmer is an accomplished inventor based in Lebanon, NH (US), known for his significant contributions to the field of transportation network analysis. With a total of five patents to his name, Witmer has developed innovative methods that enhance the understanding and efficiency of transportation systems.

Latest Patents

Witmer's latest patents include a "Method of analyzing points of interest with probe data." This method involves analyzing points of interest using traces from probe data, which includes providing a database of a digital vector map configured to store a plurality of traces representing roads. The process collects probe data from vehicles traveling along these traces, bundles select traces with common origins and divergence points, and builds a database of vehicle maneuvers. It further computes average speeds and delay times for both a random population of vehicles and all vehicles traversing the routes, allowing for a comprehensive comparison of results.

Another notable patent is for "Methods and systems for creating digital transportation networks." This method refines acquired probe traces based on the characteristics of the transportation network. It identifies geographic objects associated with the network and builds a digital geographic network, ultimately creating a digital representation of the transportation network by linking these identified objects.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Witmer has worked with prominent companies in the field, including TomTom North America, Inc. and TeleAtlas North America Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in transportation systems and data analysis.

Collaborations

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Conclusion

James Alan Witmer's innovative patents and career achievements reflect his dedication to improving transportation network analysis. His work continues to influence the field and pave the way for future advancements.

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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