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Oslo, Norway

Oystein Birkenes

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Cisco Technology, Inc.. Active years: 2014-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Oystein Birkenes. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/oystein-birkenes

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 87.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 80(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 21,360 
 
Cisco Technology, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2014-2023

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. RE49462 - Adaptive noise cancellation for multiple audio endpoints in a shared space (2023-03-13),
2. 10473751 - Audio based motion detection (2019-11-12),
3. 10297266 - Adaptive noise cancellation for multiple audio endpoints in a shared space (2019-05-21),
4. 9801026 - Automatically determining relative locations of collaboration endpoints within a building (2017-10-24),
5. 9633270 - Using speaker clustering to switch between different camera views in a video conference system (2017-04-25),
6. 9451414 - Automatically determining relative locations of collaboration endpoints within a building (2016-09-20),
7. 9319633 - Ultrasonic echo canceler-based technique to detect participant presence at a video conference endpoint (2016-04-19),
8. 8675883 - Apparatus and associated methodology for suppressing an acoustic echo (2014-03-18),

Title: Oystein Birkenes: Innovator in Audio Technology

Introduction

Oystein Birkenes is a notable inventor based in Oslo, Norway. He has made significant contributions to the field of audio technology, holding a total of eight patents. His work focuses on enhancing audio experiences in shared environments, making him a key figure in the industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a groundbreaking technique for adaptive noise cancellation for multiple audio endpoints in a shared space. This method involves detecting co-located audio endpoints and identifying a target noise source. By obtaining a loudspeaker reference signal from the selected audio endpoint, the method effectively removes unwanted noise from the microphone signal, improving audio clarity for users. Another innovative patent involves audio-based motion detection, where a controller generates primary and reference audio signals to predict motion near collaboration endpoints. This technology enhances user interaction in collaborative environments.

Career Highlights

Oystein Birkenes is currently employed at Cisco Technology, Inc., where he continues to develop cutting-edge audio technologies. His expertise in adaptive noise cancellation and motion detection has positioned him as a leader in the field.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Lennart Burenius and Kristian Tangeland, contributing to the advancement of audio technology.

Conclusion

Oystein Birkenes is a prominent inventor whose work in audio technology has led to significant advancements in user experience. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to improving audio clarity and interaction in shared spaces.

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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