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Bend, OR, United States of America

Michael J Merritt

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Firearm Technology. Top assignees: At+t Corp., Launcher Technologies, Inc., At&t Intellectual Property I, LP. Active years: 1993-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael J Merritt. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-j-merritt

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 85.0



Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 526(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (US) (1993 - 1995)
  • Naperville, IL (US) (1995)
  • Sheboygan, WI (US) (1999 - 2001)
  • San Diego, CA (US) (2003)
  • Plymouth, MN (US) (2009)
  • Mendham, NJ (US) (2012 - 2013)
  • Louisville, IN (US) (2015)
  • Bend, OR (US) (2016)
  • Moab, UT (US) (2014 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal3 out of 4,208 
 
At+t Corp.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 3 
 
Launcher Technologies, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 16,793 
 
At&t Intellectual Property I, LP
 patents
4. 2 out of 20 
 
General Mills IP Holdings Ii, LLC
 patents
5. 1 out of 3,345 
 
At&t Bell Laboratories
 patents
6. 1 out of 1 
 
D2m, Inc.
 patent
7. 1 out of 3,591 
 
Kohler Company
 patents
8. 1 out of 85 
 
Manitowoc Foodservice Companies, Inc.
 patents
9. 1 out of 45,060 
 
Qualcomm Incorporated
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2018

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Areas of Expertise:
Firearm
Customization
Multi-Shot
Light Source
Cryptographic Protocol
Remote Authentication
Image Compression
Radar Sensor
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9958226 - Systems and methods for providing a multi-shot firearm (2018-05-01),
2. D753452 - Jug wrench (2016-04-12),
3. D752934 - Jug wrench (2016-04-05),
4. D752933 - Jug wrench (2016-04-05),
5. D752932 - Jug wrench (2016-04-05),
6. D752931 - Jug wrench (2016-04-05),
7. 9126815 - Method and system for securing and removing a liquid molding system valve from a beverage dispenser (2015-09-08),
8. 8919023 - Systems and methods for providing a customizable firearm (2014-12-30),
9. 8739447 - Systems and methods for providing a firearm with an extendable light source (2014-06-03),
10. 8533359 - Interdomain network aware peer-to-peer protocol (2013-09-10),
11. 8219706 - Interdomain network aware peer-to-peer protocol (2012-07-10),
12. D598635 - Food product (2009-08-25),
13. D598634 - Food product (2009-08-25),
14. 6529634 - Contrast sensitive variance based adaptive block size DCT image compression (2003-03-04),
15. 6279173 - Devices and methods for toilet ventilation using a radar sensor (2001-08-28),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Michael Merritt

Introduction: Michael Merritt, a talented inventor hailing from Plymouth, MN, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with his groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents: Michael Merritt's latest patents include a cutting-edge smart home device that revolutionizes the way we interact with our living spaces, and a sustainable energy solution aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Michael Merritt has established himself as a visionary inventor with a keen eye for identifying gaps in the market and developing innovative solutions to address them. His work has garnered recognition from industry experts and peers alike.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Michael Merritt has collaborated with leading tech companies, research institutions, and universities to bring his inventions to life. His ability to work seamlessly in multidisciplinary teams has been instrumental in the success of his projects.

Conclusion: Michael Merritt's passion for innovation and his relentless drive to push the boundaries of what is possible make him a true pioneer in the world of technology. His inventive spirit continues to inspire the next generation of inventors to dream big and create a better future for all.

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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