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Raleigh, NC, United States of America

Joseph Brown

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications. Top assignee: Netapp, Inc.. Active years: 2016-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joseph Brown. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joseph-brown

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 86.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Research Triangle Park, NC (US) (2016)
  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2016 - 2018)
  • Raleigh, NC (US) (2018 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 2,888 
 
Netapp, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2026

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12730577 - Facilitating multiple device consumption of shared namespaces of ephemeral storage devices by a consumer of a virtual storage device (2026-09-08),
2. 12650768 - Cross-site high-availability distributed cloud storage system to provide multiple virtual channels between storage nodes (2026-06-09),
3. 12511149 - Facilitating sharing of a namespace of an ephemeral storage device by multiple consumers of a virtual storage system (2025-12-30),
4. 12346213 - Using ephemeral storage as backing storage for journaling by a virtual storage system (2025-07-01),
5. 12189972 - Facilitating multiple device consumption of shared namespaces of ephmermal storage devices by a consumer of a virtual storage device (2025-01-07),
6. 11748204 - Using ephemeral storage as backing storage for journaling by a virtual storage system (2023-09-05),
7. 10983709 - Methods for improving journal performance in storage networks and devices thereof (2021-04-20),
8. 10552057 - Methods for improving journal performance in storage networks and devices thereof (2020-02-04),
9. 10261696 - Performance during playback of logged data storage operations (2019-04-16),
10. 10142416 - Methods for facilitating planned data container transitions and devices thereof (2018-11-27),
11. 10095415 - Performance during playback of logged data storage operations (2018-10-09),
12. 9990151 - Methods for flexible data-mirroring to improve storage performance during mobility events and devices thereof (2018-06-05),
13. 9934110 - Methods for detecting out-of-order sequencing during journal recovery and devices thereof (2018-04-03),
14. 9459970 - Performance during playback of logged data storage operations (2016-10-04),
15. 9367413 - Detecting data loss during site switchover (2016-06-14),

Title: Joseph Brown: Innovating in Virtual Storage Solutions

Introduction

Joseph Brown, a distinguished inventor based in Raleigh, NC, has made significant contributions to the field of virtual storage systems. With a remarkable portfolio consisting of 11 patents, Brown is recognized for developing innovative solutions that enhance data management and performance.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Joseph Brown has patented systems and methods for facilitating multiple device consumption of shared namespaces of ephemeral storage devices by a consumer of a virtual storage device. This technology involves the creation of multiple partitions within shared namespaces, thus enabling efficient data handling across various consumers in a virtual storage system.

Additionally, he has developed methods for utilizing non-persistent storage as journaling media for virtual storage systems. In one embodiment, his approach emphasizes the importance of using ephemeral storage to maintain state information during host failure recovery scenarios, ensuring improved data durability and lower write latency compared to traditional persistent storage options.

Career Highlights

Joseph currently works at NetApp, Inc., where he continues to innovate and contribute to advancements in data storage technologies. His commitment to improving storage efficiency and performance has solidified his reputation as a leading inventor in this domain.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Joseph has collaborated with several accomplished professionals, including Dennis Dalessandro and Ellard Roush. Together, they have worked on various projects that push the boundaries of what is possible in virtual storage.

Conclusion

In summary, Joseph Brown is a pivotal figure in the realm of virtual storage solutions. His extensive patent portfolio reflects his dedication to innovation and excellence, making him a valuable asset to the technology community. As he continues to collaborate and develop new ideas, the impact of his work will undoubtedly be felt across the industry.

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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