Mountain View, CA, United States of America

James Edward Stewart

This inventor holds 72 USPTO granted patents and 12 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Smart Home Technology (CPC class H04N). Top assignees: Google Inc., Finisar Corporation, Lumileds Lighting U.s., LLC. Active years: 1986-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James Edward Stewart. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-edward-stewart

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 72 (Patent Applications = 12)

% Patents Active = 90.3

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 1,759(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,595(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Los Alamos, NM (US) (1986 - 2001)
San Jose, CA (US) (2003 - 2008)
Scarborough, AU (2008)
Burlingame, CA (US) (2006 - 2010)
Andrews, TX (US) (2012)
Saratogo, CA (US) (2018)
San Clemente, CA (US) (2014 - 2019)
San Mateo, CA (US) (2013 - 2024)
Mountain View, CA (US) (2016 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Lumileds Lighting U.s., LLC

Redox Biomedical, Inc.

patents

6. 1 out of 3,975

The United States of America as Represented by the United States

patents

7. 8 out of 834,601

Other

patents

Years Active: 1986-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Smart Home

Video Integration

Person Recognition

Alert Events

Camera History

User Interface

Metadata Distribution

Irrigation Management

Intelligent Image Analysis

Detection Systems

Visitor Response

Zone Detection

72 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12682013 - Systems and methods of person recognition in video streams (2026-07-14),

2. 12271576 - Timeline-video relationship presentation for alert events (2025-04-08),

3. 12125369 - Systems and methods of detecting and responding to a visitor to a smart home environment (2024-10-22),

4. 12081830 - Video integration with home assistant (2024-09-03),

5. 12033389 - Timeline-video relationship processing for alert events (2024-07-09),

6. 11947780 - Timeline-video relationship processing for alert events (2024-04-02),

7. 11783010 - Systems and methods of person recognition in video streams (2023-10-10),

8. D997972 - Display screen with graphical user interface for a timeline-video relationship presentation for alert events (2023-09-05),

9. 11736760 - Video integration with home assistant (2023-08-22),

10. 11710387 - Systems and methods of detecting and responding to a visitor to a smart home environment (2023-07-25),

11. 11609684 - Timeline-video relationship presentation for alert events (2023-03-21),

12. 11386285 - Systems and methods of person recognition in video streams (2022-07-12),

13. 11356643 - Systems and methods of presenting appropriate actions for responding to a visitor to a smart home environment (2022-06-07),

14. 11303955 - Video integration with home assistant (2022-04-12),

15. 11256951 - Systems and methods of person recognition in video streams (2022-02-22),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of James Edward Stewart in Smart Home Technology

Introduction

James Edward Stewart, an inventive mind based in Mountain View, CA, has made significant contributions to the realm of smart home technology with a remarkable portfolio of 69 patents. His innovations focus on enhancing user experience within smart environments, showcasing the intersection of technology and everyday life.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are groundbreaking advancements in smart home systems. One patent details "Systems and methods of detecting and responding to a visitor to a smart home environment." This invention outlines a sophisticated electronic greeting system that detects visitors approaching entryways, utilizing facial recognition and context data to facilitate personalized interactions. Another notable patent is "Video integration with home assistant," which describes a system that intelligently manages video recording based on user location and spoken commands, merging audio and visual technology into streamlined user experiences.

Career Highlights

Stewart's career is marked by his impactful roles at leading companies in the tech industry. He has contributed his expertise at Google Inc. and Finisar Corporation, where he has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions in smart technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, James has worked alongside talented professionals, including Joe Delone Venters and Seungho Yang. These collaborations reflect a synergy of innovative ideas and creative problem-solving, enhancing the development of smart home technologies.

Conclusion

James Edward Stewart stands out as a prominent inventor in the field of smart home technology. His numerous patents underscore his commitment to innovation and improving the interactions between users and their environments. As smart technologies evolve, Stewart's contributions will continue to influence the industry and inspire future advancements.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.