Michael L Fraenkel

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Software Optimization. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1998-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael L Fraenkel. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-l-fraenkel

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 65.2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 1,235(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Apex, NC (US) (2006 - 2009)
Raleigh, NC (US) (1998 - 2012)
Cary, NC (US) (2006 - 2013)
Pittsboro, NC (US) (2014 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

23 out of 166,351

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 1998-2020

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Areas of Expertise:

Software Build Process

Application Logic

Resource Matching

Session Affinity

Classloader Information

Dynamic Cache Structures

Network Gateway

Text Sharing

View Synchronization

Virtual Sockets

Client/Server Communication

23 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10649748 - Using build history information to optimize a software build process (2020-05-12),

2. 9626167 - Using build history information to optimize a software build process (2017-04-18),

3. 8856809 - Controlling navigation of application logic using annotated application code (2014-10-07),

4. 8468530 - Determining and describing available resources and capabilities to match jobs to endpoints (2013-06-18),

5. 8275889 - Clone-managed session affinity (2012-09-25),

6. 7761862 - Externalized classloader information for application servers (2010-07-20),

7. 7523219 - Method and apparatus for affinity of users to application servers (2009-04-21),

8. 7503034 - Method and system for dynamically mapping archive files in an enterprise application (2009-03-10),

9. 7366755 - Method and apparatus for affinity of users to application servers (2008-04-29),

10. 7275239 - Run-time wait tracing using byte code insertion (2007-09-25),

11. 7069550 - Delegation-based class loading of cyclically dependent components (2006-06-27),

12. 7051324 - Externalized classloader information for application servers (2006-05-23),

13. 7043455 - Method and apparatus for securing session information of users in a web application server environment (2006-05-09),

14. 6654949 - Method and system for monitoring the execution of hybrid source code (2003-11-25),

15. 6256632 - Method and system for enabling dynamic cache structures in a networked environment (2001-07-03),

Title: **Michael L. Fraenkel: Innovating Software Build Processes**

Introduction

Michael L. Fraenkel, based in Raleigh, NC, is an accomplished inventor recognized for his contributions to software development and optimization. With a remarkable portfolio of 23 patents, Fraenkel has significantly impacted the way software build processes are approached in modern computing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Fraenkel has developed innovative methods for optimizing the build order of component source modules. His work involves creating a dependency graph based on dependency information, which is essential for understanding the interrelations between various components. By utilizing historical build information associated with previous build failures, he calculates relative failure factors for paths within the dependency graph. This critical analysis allows for the determination of an effective order of traversal during those build processes, ultimately leading to more reliable and efficient outcomes.

Career Highlights

Fraenkel's career has been characterized by his dedication to advancing software engineering practices. He currently works at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), a titan in technology and innovation. His efforts have consistently focused on improving software deliverables by minimizing failures and optimizing build times.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Michael L. Fraenkel has had the privilege of collaborating with other talented professionals in the field. Notable coworkers include Sandeep Kishan Singhal and Gennaro A. Cuomo, both of whom contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence at IBM. Together, they push the boundaries of current methodologies to devise remarkable solutions for complex software challenges.

Conclusion

Michael L. Fraenkel stands out as a key figure in the realm of software innovation, particularly in optimizing build processes. With a strong foundation of patents and a collaborative spirit, he continues to drive advancements that enhance the efficiency and reliability of software development, making a significant mark on the industry.

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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