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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Louis F Coffin, Iii

USPTO Granted Patents = 14

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 691(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 7,642 
 
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
Mapletek Engineering, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1994-1999

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5987579 - Method and apparatus for quickly initiating memory accesses in a (1999-11-16),
2. 5907485 - Method and apparatus for flow control in packet-switched computer system (1999-05-25),
3. 5905998 - Transaction activation processor for controlling memory transaction (1999-05-18),
4. 5862356 - Pipelined distributed bus arbitration system (1999-01-19),
5. 5737755 - System level mechanism for invalidating data stored in the external (1998-04-07),
6. 5710891 - Pipelined distributed bus arbitration system (1998-01-20),
7. 5706463 - Cache coherent computer system that minimizes invalidation and copyback (1998-01-06),
8. 5692197 - Method and apparatus for reducing power consumption in a computer (1997-11-25),
9. 5684977 - Writeback cancellation processing system for use in a packet switched (1997-11-04),
10. 5657472 - Memory transaction execution system and method for multiprocessor system (1997-08-12),
11. 5655100 - Transaction activation processor for controlling memory transaction (1997-08-05),
12. 5634068 - Packet switched cache coherent multiprocessor system (1997-05-27),
13. 5516088 - Adjustable clamp (1996-05-14),
14. 5346194 - Adjustable clamp (1994-09-13),

Title: Louis F Coffin, III: Innovator in Computer Systems

Introduction

Louis F Coffin, III is a notable inventor based in San Jose, California, recognized for his contributions to computer systems. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Coffin has made significant advancements in memory access and flow control methods in packet-switched computer systems.

Latest Patents

Coffin's latest patents include a method and apparatus for quickly initiating memory accesses in a computer system. This invention involves a packet-switched bus where a master transmits a portion of a transaction request packet. The memory controller initiates a memory access by applying a row address strobe signal in response to the first portion of the request. Additionally, he developed a method and apparatus for flow control in packet-switched computer systems. This invention maximizes resource utilization and throughput while minimizing system latency by implementing a link-by-link flow control method.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Coffin has worked with prominent companies such as Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Mapletek Engineering, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in computer systems and innovations.

Collaborations

Coffin has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Zahir Ebrahim and Satyanarayana Nishtala. These collaborations have further enriched his work and contributions to technology.

Conclusion

Louis F Coffin, III stands out as an influential inventor in the realm of computer systems, with a strong portfolio of patents that reflect his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His work continues to impact the field significantly.

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