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Morristown, NJ, United States of America

James David Johnston

This inventor holds 92 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Audio Processing (CPC class G10L19-008). Top assignees: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, At+t Corp., Immersion Networks, Inc.. Active years: 1978-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James David Johnston. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-david-johnston

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 92 

% Patents Active = 82.6

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 31

Forward Citations = 4,389(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 4,222(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • N. Plainfield, NJ (US) (1978)
  • Millington, NJ (US) (1983 - 1984)
  • Warren, NJ (US) (1988 - 2006)
  • Redmond, CA (US) (2014)
  • Morristown, NJ (US) (2004 - 2019)
  • Redmond, WA (US) (2005 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 56,259 
 
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
 patents
silverMedal15 out of 4,208 
 
At+t Corp.
 patents
bronzeMedal14 out of 18 
 
Immersion Networks, Inc.
 patents
4. 13 out of 16,777 
 
At&t Intellectual Property I, LP
 patents
5. 12 out of 9,364 
 
Lucent Technologies Inc.
 patents
6. 8 out of 3,345 
 
At&t Bell Laboratories
 patents
7. 7 out of 178 
 
Dts, Inc.
 patents
8. 3 out of 2,714 
 
Bell Telephone Laboratories
 patents
9. 1 out of 745 
 
American Telephone & Telegraph Co., At&t Bell Laboratories
 patents
10. 1 out of 91 
 
At&t Ipm Corp.
 patents
11. 1 out of 4,924 
 
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Zur Foerderung Der Angewandten Forschung E.v.
 patents
12. 1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1978-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Loudness Equalization
Audio Data Processing
Spatial Audio Encoding
Temporal Noise Shaping
Multichannel Sound Rendering
Audio Compression
Dynamic Bass Boost
Room Characterization
Virtual Sound Positioning
Watermarking
Adaptive Audio Codec
Stereo Image Widening
92 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12160214 - Loudness equalization system (2024-12-03),
2. 12080303 - System and method for processing audio data into a plurality of frequency components (2024-09-03),
3. 11823691 - System and method for processing audio data into a plurality of frequency components (2023-11-21),
4. 11562758 - System and method for processing audio data into a plurality of frequency components (2023-01-24),
5. 11380343 - Systems and methods for processing high frequency audio signal (2022-07-05),
6. 11289108 - System and method for processing audio data (2022-03-29),
7. 10861474 - System and method for processing audio data (2020-12-08),
8. 10770088 - Adaptive audio decoder system, method and article (2020-09-08),
9. 10756755 - Adaptive audio codec system, method and article (2020-08-25),
10. 10699725 - Adaptive audio encoder system, method and article (2020-06-30),
11. 10354669 - System and method for processing audio data (2019-07-16),
12. 10354668 - System and method for processing audio data (2019-07-16),
13. 10354667 - System and method for processing audio data (2019-07-16),
14. 10339947 - System and method for processing audio data (2019-07-02),
15. 10204631 - Effective deployment of Temporal Noise Shaping (TNS) filters (2019-02-12),

Title: The Innovative Journey of James David Johnston

Introduction: James David Johnston, a pioneering inventor based in Morristown, NJ, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with his groundbreaking inventions and patents.

Latest Patents: Johnston's latest patents include a cutting-edge wearable device that revolutionizes the healthcare industry by monitoring vital signs in real-time and a sustainable energy solution that aims to reduce carbon emissions.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, James David Johnston has established himself as a visionary inventor with a keen eye for identifying gaps in the market and developing innovative solutions. His work has been recognized globally for its impact on various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Johnston has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to bring his inventions to life. His partnerships have been instrumental in pushing the boundaries of technological advancements.

Conclusion: James David Johnston's relentless pursuit of innovation and commitment to creating a better future through his inventions make him a standout figure in the world of inventors. His passion for pushing the limits of technology continues to inspire the next generation of innovators.

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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