Michael C Bertram

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Cox Communications, Inc., Sedna Patent Services, LLC, Comcast IP Holdings I, LLC. Active years: 2004-2013.

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 80.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 54(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

4 out of 511

Cox Communications, Inc.

patents

3 out of 73

Sedna Patent Services, LLC

patents

2 out of 83

Comcast IP Holdings I, LLC

patents

4. 1 out of 48

Diva Systems Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2004-2013

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10 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8553687 - Method and apparatus for injecting information assets into a content stream (2013-10-08),

2. 8352988 - System and method for time shifting the delivery of video information (2013-01-08),

3. 8074247 - Visual improvement of video stream transitions (2011-12-06),

4. 7975280 - Method and apparatus for performing impulse authorizations within a video on demand environment (2011-07-05),

5. 7903648 - Method and apparatus for injecting information assets into a content stream (2011-03-08),

6. 7571451 - Method and apparatus for performing session based conditional access (2009-08-04),

7. 7248581 - Method and apparatus for injecting information assets into a content stream (2007-07-24),

8. 7035278 - Method and apparatus for forming and utilizing a slotted MPEG transport stream (2006-04-25),

9. 6996098 - Method and apparatus for injecting information assets into a content stream (2006-02-07),

10. 6681397 - Visual improvement of video stream transitions (2004-01-20),

Title: Michael C Bertram: Innovator in Video Information Delivery

Introduction

Michael C Bertram is a notable inventor based in San Jose, CA, with a focus on innovations in video information delivery. He holds a total of 10 patents that showcase his contributions to the field. His work primarily revolves around enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of content delivery systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method and apparatus for injecting information assets into a content stream. This invention involves transporting encoded asset data and content data, multiplexing the transport encoded content data with a plurality of NULL transport packets to provide placeholders for the asset data transport packets. The NULL transport packets are then replaced with asset data transport packets before transmitting the multiplexed transport stream to a set-top box. Another significant patent is a system and method for time-shifting the delivery of video information, which provides time-shifted television within a video-on-demand system.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Michael has worked with several prominent companies, including Cox Communications, Inc. and Sedna Patent Services, LLC. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to significant advancements in video technology.

Collaborations

Michael has collaborated with talented individuals such as Tobie J LaRocca and Emeline C Tsai, further enhancing the innovative projects he has been involved in.

Conclusion

Michael C Bertram's contributions to the field of video information delivery through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant innovator. His work continues to influence the way content is delivered and consumed in today's digital landscape.