This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Data General Corporation. Active years: 1997.
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Years Active: 1997
Title: Khaled S Soufi: Innovator in Cluster Management Technology
Introduction
Khaled S Soufi is a notable inventor based in Durham, NC (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of cluster management technology. His innovative work has led to the development of a unique patent that enhances the efficiency of shared-disk cluster systems.
Latest Patents
Khaled S Soufi holds a patent for a "Multiprocessor cluster membership manager framework." This patent describes a shared-disk cluster system that includes a cluster membership manager framework. This framework coordinates the joining or leaving of all nodes in a cluster, ensuring that multiple layers of involved subsystems transition smoothly. Subsystems are notified of transitions in a specific order, depending on the nature of the transition. All nodes' subsystems receiving a notification must process that notification before another layer of subsystems is notified. One of the subsystems registered for notification is an event manager in user space. The event manager facilitates the transfer of client services, including user applications, as nodes join and leave the cluster. This process includes a registration and launch service that registers one or multiple nodes in a cluster, claiming or being assigned responsibility for the service and providing an optional launching function that initiates the client service upon successful registration.
Career Highlights
Khaled S Soufi is currently employed at Data General Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the field of technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing cluster management systems, making them more efficient and reliable.
Collaborations
Khaled has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Brian J Thorstad and Eric R Vook. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative technologies in their field.
Conclusion
Khaled S Soufi is a distinguished inventor whose work in cluster management technology has made a significant impact. His patent for a multiprocessor cluster membership manager framework showcases his innovative approach to solving complex problems in shared-disk cluster systems.