This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Nortel Networks Corporation. Active years: 2007-2008.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2007-2008
Title: Innovations by Jeffrey Dean Lanning
Introduction
Jeffrey Dean Lanning is an accomplished inventor based in Cary, NC (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of audio data management and telecommunications. With a total of 2 patents, Lanning has developed innovative methods and systems that enhance the accessibility and distribution of audio data.
Latest Patents
Lanning's latest patents include "Methods and systems for providing access to stored audio data over a network." This invention features a convenient syntax that facilitates control of an audio server. The methods and systems are capable of playing provisioned sequences of audio data to end users, where the provisioned sequences are identifiable using a unique audio identifier. A set data structure provides access to stored audio data using a unique audio identifier and a selector for choosing a member within a set. Function and navigation keys allow end users to control playback of audio, recording of speech, and collection of digits.
Another notable patent is "Methods and systems for building and distributing audio packages." This invention includes a database storing audio files to be played to end users in a telecommunications network. An audio package builder/export tool generates audio packages that include audio segments files and index files. Audio segments files contain audio segments to be played by gateways in the telecommunications network. Index files include information used by gateways to locate audio segments in audio segments files. The audio packages are distributed to gateways in the telecommunications network to enable the gateways to play audio to end users.
Career Highlights
Lanning is currently employed at Nortel Networks Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the telecommunications sector. His work focuses on improving audio data management and enhancing user experience in audio playback and distribution.
Collaborations
Some of Lanning's notable coworkers include David Carroll Cromwell and Michael Eugene Durling. Their collaborative efforts contribute to the advancement of technologies in the telecommunications field.
Conclusion
Jeffrey Dean Lanning's contributions to audio data management and telecommunications through his patents demonstrate his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His work continues to impact the way audio data is accessed and distributed in modern networks.