Mark Allan Taylor

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Tape Storage Technology. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Other. Active years: 1996-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mark Allan Taylor. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mark-allan-taylor

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 42.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 187(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Springfield, MO (US) (1996)
Houma, LA (US) (2004)
Tucson, AZ (US) (2004 - 2010)

Company Filing History:

17 out of 166,483

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

4 out of 834,659

Other

patents

Years Active: 1996-2010

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Areas of Expertise:

Holographic Optical Disk

Tape Cartridge Shell

Servo Format

Timing Recovery

Magnetic Tape

Tape Drive

Position Sensing

Matched Filter Detection

Tape Tension Control

Optical Detection

Down Hole Motor

Electronic Imaging

21 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7823173 - Removable disk media including holographic optical disk stacked in a tape cartridge shell (2010-10-26),

2. 7684141 - Determining a reel motor angle using an estimated interval to degrees translation factor (2010-03-23),

3. 7684140 - Determining angular position of a tape reel using timing based servo format (2010-03-23),

4. 7489465 - Apparatus, system, and method for timing based servo tape formating (2009-02-10),

5. 7433142 - Using at least one servo channel to provide timing recovery and timing information to data channels (2008-10-07),

6. 7403350 - Multiple servo sensor configuration for magnetic tape timing based servo (2008-07-22),

7. 7177114 - Apparatus, system, and method for the velocity proportional clocking of time base servo tape storage devices (2007-02-13),

8. 7119976 - Planar servo format verifier head (2006-10-10),

9. 7102847 - Identification of laterally positioned servo bands employing differentiating characteristics of servo patterns (2006-09-05),

10. 7102846 - Identification of laterally positioned servo bands employing differentiating characteristics of servo patterns (2006-09-05),

11. 7002763 - Identification of laterally positioned servo bands employing differentiating characteristics of servo patterns (2006-02-21),

12. 6940683 - Matched filter detection for time based servo signals in a tape drive (2005-09-06),

13. 6937413 - Tape servo information with superimposed data information providing servo band identification (2005-08-30),

14. 6934108 - Servo pattern based tape tension control for tape drives (2005-08-23),

15. 6906873 - Apparatus and method to monitor leader pin position (2005-06-14),

Title: Mark A Taylor: Innovator Enhancing Down Hole Operations

Introduction: Mark A Taylor, a prolific inventor based in Houma, LA (US), has made significant contributions to the field of down hole drilling and fishing operations with a total of 4 patents under his name.

Latest Patents:

1. Flow-activated valve and method of use: Mark's innovative flow-activated valve assembly is a fluid-driven tool designed for down hole operations. This assembly provides a bi-directional hammering effect, offering versatility in various applications such as jarring effects, linear motion, and a combination of both.

2. Down hole motor assembly and associated method for providing radial energy: His down hole motor is a self-contained radial drive unit that efficiently converts linear motion into radial motion. This tool is ideal for drilling, boring, and obstruction removal, and can be used with jarring mechanisms to create an impact drilling device or a percussion motor.

Career Highlights: Mark A Taylor's career highlights revolve around his groundbreaking inventions that have revolutionized down hole operations. His patents showcase his expertise in fluid mechanics, mechanical engineering, and innovative tool designs.

Collaborations: Mark has worked alongside accomplished professionals in his field, including Jeff L Taylor and John L Williams. This collaborative environment has fostered innovation and the exchange of ideas leading to significant advancements in down hole technologies.

Conclusion: Mark A Taylor's inventive spirit and dedication to enhancing down hole operations have established him as a notable figure in the industry. His patented technologies continue to drive efficiencies and advancements in the field, ensuring safer and more efficient drilling and fishing operations.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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