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Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

Janet Lynn Wiener

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, primarily in Database Management. Top assignees: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p., Alta Vista Company, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP. Active years: 2001-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Janet Lynn Wiener. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/janet-lynn-wiener

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 70.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 518(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2001)
  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (2003 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 27,679 
 
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 28 
 
Alta Vista Company
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 5,667 
 
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP
 patents
4. 2 out of 48 
 
Overture Services, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 603 
 
Micro Focus Lcc
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Database Optimization
Robustness Mapping
Query Performance
Distributed Computing
Resource Consumption
Task Dispatching
Workload Management
Multi-Processor Systems
Web Crawler
Flash Storage
Causal Paths
Performance Evaluation
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10929399 - Database system testing using robustness maps (2021-02-23),
2. 9934261 - Progress analyzer for database queries (2018-04-03),
3. 9910892 - Managing execution of database queries (2018-03-06),
4. 9178721 - Inferring causal paths in a distributed computing environment (2015-11-03),
5. 9177023 - Evaluation of database query plan robustness landmarks using operator maps or query maps (2015-11-03),
6. 9176860 - Database join optimized for flash storage (2015-11-03),
7. 9128984 - Query plan analysis of alternative plans using robustness mapping (2015-09-08),
8. 8973000 - Determining multiprogramming levels (2015-03-03),
9. 8572068 - Evaluation of set of representative query performance using robustness mapping (2013-10-29),
10. 8402016 - Fetching optimization in multi-way pipelined database joins (2013-03-19),
11. 8364829 - System and method for ascribing resource consumption to activity in a causal path of a node of a distributed computing system (2013-01-29),
12. 8224811 - Workload management using robustness mapping (2012-07-17),
13. 8015564 - Method of dispatching tasks in multi-processor computing environment with dispatching rules and monitoring of system status (2011-09-06),
14. 7996250 - Workflow control using an aggregate utility function (2011-08-09),
15. 7720771 - Method of dividing past computing instances into predictable and unpredictable sets and method of predicting computing value (2010-05-18),

Title: Inventor Janet Lynn Wiener: A Trailblazer in Database Systems

Introduction

Janet Lynn Wiener, based in Palo Alto, California, is an accomplished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 20 patents. Her pioneering work in the field of database systems has made significant contributions to the technological landscape, particularly in enhancing the efficiency and robustness of database engines.

Latest Patents

Among her latest innovations are two notable patents:

1. **Database System Testing Using Robustness Maps** - This patent describes computer-implemented systems and methods that evaluate the robustness of a database engine's operator implementations and query components. The system takes measurements from robustness maps that capture performance during database execution, enabling regression testing against expected outcomes.

2. **Progress Analyzer for Database Queries** - Janet's work in this area introduced a data processing system equipped with a query progress analyzer. This system assesses the progress status of database queries by comparing actual resource usage against predicted benchmarks, thereby enhancing the management of database operations.

Career Highlights

Throughout her distinguished career, Janet has contributed to renowned companies such as Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. and Overture Services, Inc. Her work has fostered advancements in data technology and improved database functionalities for various applications.

Collaborations

Janet's inventive journey has been marked by fruitful collaborations with esteemed colleagues, including Harumi Kuno and Goetz Graefe. Together, they have worked on innovative solutions that push the boundaries of database capabilities and foster creative problem-solving in the tech industry.

Conclusion

Janet Lynn Wiener stands out as a prominent figure in the world of innovations related to database systems. Her body of work not only showcases her exceptional inventiveness but also reflects her commitment to advancing technology in meaningful ways. Through her patents and collaborations, Janet continues to inspire future generations of inventors and tech enthusiasts.

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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