Kenton J Lynne

Title: Kenton J. Lynne: Inventor in Rochester, Minnesota.

Introduction

Kenton J. Lynne is an inventor based in Rochester, Minnesota, whose work includes inventions in computer security and neural-network learning. He is associated with International Business Machines Corporation and has 5 patents.

Latest Patents

Lynne’s listed patents include “System and Method for Securing Computer-Executable Program Code” and “Neural Network Model for Reaching a Goal State.”

The computer-security invention describes a system that places security-related information, called a task gate, within a computer program. When execution reaches the gate, the system checks whether specified security conditions have been met before allowing the program to continue.

The neural-network invention concerns an object, such as a robot, navigating a finite state space toward a goal. The model evaluates its progress and adjusts how readily it explores alternative paths. Under the described conditions, it is designed to find the best path from any starting location, provided learning does not cease after the satisfaction level exceeds a threshold.

Career Highlights

Lynne’s listed patent work spans software security and neural-network methods for goal-directed navigation. His association with International Business Machines Corporation connects his inventive work with a major technology company.

Collaborations

Among Lynne’s listed coworkers are Thomas M. Walker and Dianne Elaine Richards.

Conclusion

Kenton J. Lynne’s patent portfolio reflects contributions to protecting computer programs and developing adaptive methods for finding paths to a goal.