Kalaivani Arumugham

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, primarily in Data Management Systems. Top assignees: Netapp, Inc., Symantec Operating Corporation. Active years: 2007-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kalaivani Arumugham. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kalaivani-arumugham

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 20 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 90.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 179(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Symantec Operating Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2007-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Data Management

Storage Virtualization

Failover Methods

Disk Ownership

I/O Access Policies

Snapshot Techniques

Distributed Block Virtualization

Networked Storage

Data Migration

Coredump Preservation

Storage Systems

Cluster Switchover

20 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12639179 - Mediator assisted switchover between clusters (2026-05-26),

2. 12423125 - Methods and systems for storage virtual machine migration between clusters of a networked storage system (2025-09-23),

3. 12411737 - Systems and methods for data management using a disk unit (2025-09-09),

4. 12339755 - Failover methods and system in a networked storage environment (2025-06-24),

5. 12197298 - Systems and methods for data management using controllers (2025-01-14),

6. 12153503 - Mediator assisted switchover between clusters (2024-11-26),

7. 12032459 - Mediator assisted switchover between clusters (2024-07-09),

8. 11714731 - Failover methods and system in a networked storage environment (2023-08-01),

9. 11487635 - Mediator assisted switchover between clusters (2022-11-01),

10. 11249869 - Failover methods and system in a networked storage environment (2022-02-15),

11. 10275155 - Methods for autonomous disk ownership assignment of nodes in a storage network with a multi-path configuration and devices thereof (2019-04-30),

12. 9952951 - Preserving coredump data during switchover operation (2018-04-24),

13. 9880774 - Methods for automatic data storage device assignment during system initialization and devices thereof (2018-01-30),

14. 9734017 - Methods for dynamically determining and readjusting failover targets and devices thereof (2017-08-15),

15. 8850132 - Method and system for providing a shared data resource coordinator within a storage virtualizing data processing system (2014-09-30),

Title: Innovations by Kalaivani Arumugham: A Pioneer in Data Management Technologies

Introduction: Kalaivani Arumugham is a distinguished inventor based in Sunnyvale, CA, who has made significant contributions to the field of data management and network storage technologies. With a remarkable portfolio of 17 patents, his innovative work is reshaping how data is stored, managed, and retrieved in today’s digital landscape.

Latest Patents: Among Kalaivani's latest innovations are two notable patents. The first patent, titled "Failover methods and system in a networked storage environment," outlines a method where during a takeover operation, a second storage system node can effectively take over the storage of a first storage system node. This method ensures that data is seamlessly copied and managed during the transition, thereby maintaining data integrity and system reliability.

The second patent, "Systems and methods for data management using controllers," describes a sophisticated data management system that includes multiple controllers and persistent memory. This system optimizes storage operations by implementing a set of nodes that work in conjunction to enhance the efficiency of data writing and retrieval, ensuring that journal data is accurately recorded and replicated across various nodes.

Career Highlights: Kalaivani's professional journey includes pivotal roles at renowned companies such as NetApp, Inc. and Symantec Operating Corporation. His work in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative approaches to data management and storage solutions, contributing to the advancement of technology in this area.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kalaivani has had the opportunity to collaborate with esteemed colleagues, including Poonam P. Dhavale and Ronald S. Karr. Their combined expertise has enhanced the development of advanced technologies in the data management sector.

Conclusion: Kalaivani Arumugham's innovative spirit and technical ingenuity have positioned him as a key figure in the field of data management and network storage. With a wealth of patents to his name and a career built on collaboration and innovation, he continues to influence the technological landscape and pave the way for future advancements in data storage solutions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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