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Loveland, CO, United States of America

John E McDermid

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Water Measurement Technology. Top assignees: Agilent Technologies, Inc., Hewlett-Packard Company, Colorado Vnet, LLC. Active years: 1986-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John E McDermid. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-e-mcdermid

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 19

% Patents Active = 78.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 347(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 4,738 
 
Agilent Technologies, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 9,639 
 
Hewlett-Packard Company
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 16 
 
Colorado Vnet, LLC
 patents
4. 1 out of 6,168 
 
Ford Motor Company Limited
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1986-2009

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Areas of Expertise:
Soil Moisture Sensor
Water Measurement
Circuit Testing
Integrated Circuits
Robotic Probing
Electrical Continuity
Test Point Selection
Magnetic Testing
Hardware Augmentation
Detector Inaccuracies
Auto-Networks
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7474105 - Soil moisture sensor systems and methods (2009-01-06),
2. 7324901 - Water measurement auto-networks (2008-01-29),
3. 6925398 - Water measurement apparatus and methods (2005-08-02),
4. 6876214 - Method and apparatus for configurable hardware augmented program generation (2005-04-05),
5. 6636061 - Method and apparatus for configurable hardware augmented program generation (2003-10-21),
6. 6529019 - Multiple axis magnetic test for open integrated circuit pins (2003-03-04),
7. 6467051 - Method and apparatus for selecting test point nodes of a group of components having both accessible and inaccessible nodes for limited access circuit test (2002-10-15),
8. 6334100 - Method and apparatus for electronic circuit model correction (2001-12-25),
9. 6327545 - Method and apparatus for board model correction (2001-12-04),
10. 6266787 - Method and apparatus for selecting stimulus locations during limited access circuit test (2001-07-24),
11. 6263476 - Method and apparatus for selecting targeted components in limited access test (2001-07-17),
12. 6237118 - Method and apparatus for correcting for detector inaccuracies in limited access testing (2001-05-22),
13. 6233706 - Method and apparatus for limited access circuit test (2001-05-15),
14. 6097203 - Integrated or intrapackage capability for testing electrical continuity (2000-08-01),
15. 6087842 - Integrated or intrapackage capability for testing electrical continuity (2000-07-11),

Title: John E McDermid: Innovator in Soil and Water Measurement Technologies

Introduction

John E McDermid, based in Loveland, Colorado, is a prominent inventor with an impressive portfolio of 19 patents. His contributions to the field of soil moisture and water measurement technologies have set significant benchmarks in environmental monitoring systems.

Latest Patents

Two of his latest patents showcase innovative approaches to measuring soil moisture and water levels. The first, titled "Soil Moisture Sensor Systems and Methods," involves a sensor designed to receive soil between parallel plates, with a capacitive measurement circuit that engages with the sensor system. This invention utilizes a processor to analyze moisture content based on specific measurements related to the sensor's dimensions.

The second patent, "Water Measurement Auto-Networks," outlines a method to streamline water level monitoring across an auto-network. It introduces a technique that conserves battery power at measurement stations, activating transmitters only at predetermined times for data communication, thus enhancing the efficiency of water measurement operations.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, John has made significant contributions while working at leading technology firms, including Agilent Technologies, Inc., and Hewlett-Packard Company. His experiences in these companies have undoubtedly shaped his innovative mindset and technical expertise.

Collaborations

John has also collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including colleagues Rodney A Browen and Cherif Ahrikencheikh. Their joint efforts in research and development further highlight the collaborative spirit that drives innovation in technology.

Conclusion

In summary, John E McDermid has established himself as a vital contributor to advancements in soil and water measurement technologies. His patent portfolio and professional collaborations reflect a commitment to innovation that continues to impact the industry positively.

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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