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Easton, PA, United States of America

Lane Allen Smith

This inventor holds 110 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Data Communication (CPC class H04M1-00). Top assignees: Agere Systems Inc., Lsi Corporation, Lucent Technologies Inc.. Active years: 2000-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Lane Allen Smith. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/lane-allen-smith

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 110 

% Patents Active = 60.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 675(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 655(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Allentown, PA (US) (2014 - 2015)
  • Easton, PA (US) (2000 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal83 out of 2,316 
 
Agere Systems Inc.
 patents
silverMedal14 out of 2,353 
 
Lsi Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal7 out of 9,364 
 
Lucent Technologies Inc.
 patents
4. 4 out of 598 
 
Agere Systems Guardian Corp.
 patents
5. 2 out of 1,813 
 
Avago Technologies General IP (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
 patents
6. 1 out of 498 
 
Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2016

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Areas of Expertise:
Transmitter Equalization
Data Sampling
Loss of Signal Detection
Clock Recovery
Adaptive Equalization
Signal Characteristics
Telecommunication
Data Eye Monitoring
Jitter Tolerance
FIFO Alignment
Power Supply Regulation
Pattern Recognition
110 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9385897 - Methods and apparatus for adapting transmitter equalization coefficients based on receiver gain adaptation (2016-07-05),
2. 9197460 - Slicer trim methodolgy and device (2015-11-24),
3. 8953665 - Pattern-based loss of signal detector (2015-02-10),
4. 8923371 - SerDes data sampling gear shifter (2014-12-30),
5. 8867602 - Pre and post-acquisition tap quantization adjustment in decision feedback equalizer (2014-10-21),
6. 8861580 - Method and apparatus for determining one or more channel compensation parameters based on data eye monitoring (2014-10-14),
7. 8848769 - Joint transmitter and receiver gain optimization for high-speed serial data systems (2014-09-30),
8. 8832393 - Alignment for multiple FIFO pointers (2014-09-09),
9. 8816776 - Loss of lock detector for clock and data recovery system (2014-08-26),
10. 8803573 - Serializer-deserializer clock and data recovery gain adjustment (2014-08-12),
11. 8798222 - Methods and apparatus for digital linearization of an analog phase interpolator (2014-08-05),
12. 8787557 - Method and apparatus for non-disruptive telecommunication loop condition determination (2014-07-22),
13. 8687756 - CDR with digitally controlled lock to reference (2014-04-01),
14. 8687743 - Methods and apparatus for detecting and decoding adaptive equalization training frames (2014-04-01),
15. 8559580 - Asynchronous calibration for eye diagram generation (2013-10-15),

Title: Lane Allen Smith: An Innovator in Communication Technology

Introduction

Lane Allen Smith, based in Easton, PA, is a prolific inventor known for his significant contributions to communication technology. With an impressive portfolio of 110 patents, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to innovation and improvement in this field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are groundbreaking methods and apparatus for adapting transmitter equalization coefficients based on receiver gain adaptation. This innovation allows for precise adjustments to transmitter equalization coefficients by monitoring the gain value of amplifiers in receivers, ensuring optimal communication performance. Furthermore, he has developed a slicer trim methodology and device that improves data latch functionality by adjusting the trim offset to account for interference from hysteresis and metastability. This advancement accelerates the trimming process, allowing for quick determination of trim offsets and enhancing overall circuit efficiency.

Career Highlights

Lane has had a remarkable career, with notable stints at Agere Systems Inc. and LSI Corporation. His expertise in designing and optimizing communication systems has led to the development of key technologies that push the boundaries of existing standards. His dedication to innovation and efficiency is evident in every project he undertakes.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Lane has worked alongside esteemed colleagues, including Mohammad Shafiul Mobin and Gregory W. Sheets. These collaborations have fostered an environment of creativity and knowledge sharing, ultimately resulting in many successful innovations in the realm of communication technology.

Conclusion

Lane Allen Smith stands out as an influential figure in the field of communication technology, characterized by his numerous patents and collaborative spirit. His innovative approaches to transmitter equalization and data latch optimization underscore his commitment to advancing the industry, making him a prominent inventor worthy of recognition and respect.

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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