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Sunnyvale, CA, United States of America

Paul Ngan

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This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Storage Cluster Systems. Top assignee: Netapp, Inc.. Active years: 2016-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Paul Ngan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/paul-ngan

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 = 95.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 45(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Redwood City, CA (US) (2022 - 2023)
  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2016 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 2,892 
 
Netapp, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Data Protection
Command Cancellation
Metadata Distribution
Resynchronization
Cluster Management
Error Handling
Parallel Performance
Cloud Orchestrator
Communication Sessions
Storage Systems
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12627733 - Techniques for coordinating parallel performance and cancellation of commands in a storage cluster system (2026-05-12),
2. 11973829 - Techniques for coordinating parallel performance and cancellation of commands in a storage cluster system (2024-04-30),
3. 11928005 - Techniques for performing resynchronization on a clustered system (2024-03-12),
4. 11816003 - Methods for securely facilitating data protection workflows and devices thereof (2023-11-14),
5. 11509720 - Techniques for storing and distributing metadata among nodes in a storage cluster system (2022-11-22),
6. 11509718 - Techniques for coordinating parallel performance and cancellation of commands in a storage cluster system (2022-11-22),
7. 11449373 - Techniques for performing resynchronization on a clustered system (2022-09-20),
8. 11416346 - Methods for securely facilitating data protection workflows and devices thereof (2022-08-16),
9. 11249857 - Methods for managing clusters of a storage system using a cloud resident orchestrator and devices thereof (2022-02-15),
10. 11016866 - Techniques for maintaining communications sessions among nodes in a storage cluster system (2021-05-25),
11. 10904339 - Techniques for storing and distributing metadata among nodes in a storage cluster system (2021-01-26),
12. 10587688 - Techniques for coordinating parallel performance and cancellation of commands in a storage cluster system (2020-03-10),
13. 10554754 - Techniques for storing and distributing metadata among nodes in a storage cluster system (2020-02-04),
14. 10552275 - Techniques for maintaining communications sessions among nodes in a storage cluster system (2020-02-04),
15. 10379919 - Techniques for performing resynchronization of a clustered system (2019-08-13),

Title: Innovations by Paul Ngan in Storage Cluster Systems

Introduction

Paul Ngan, based in Sunnyvale, California, is an accomplished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 19 patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing storage cluster systems, showcasing innovative techniques that improve data access and system synchronization.

Latest Patents

Two of Paul Ngan's latest patents exemplify his contributions to technology:

1. **Techniques for coordinating parallel performance and cancellation of commands in a storage cluster system**: This invention involves methods for managing data access commands across different nodes in a storage cluster, enhancing efficiency and reducing redundancy during data operations.

2. **Techniques for performing resynchronization on a clustered system**: This innovation addresses issues related to unsynchronized information that arises following failure events. It provides a systematic approach to synchronizing data between clusters by utilizing log information effectively.

Career Highlights

Paul Ngan is an integral part of NetApp, Inc., where he has played a significant role in advancing storage technology. His extensive experience and patented innovations contribute greatly to the company’s reputation for delivering robust data management solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Paul has collaborated with other talented professionals, including Paul Yuedong Mu and Manoj J Sundararajan. These collaborations reflect a synergy that fosters innovative solutions in the tech industry.

Conclusion

Paul Ngan's profound impact on storage cluster systems through his patents and collaborative efforts demonstrates his commitment to advancing technology. His work not only provides immediate benefits to his company but also influences the broader field of data management solutions.

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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