Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2015
Title: Innovations of Paul Siegel
Introduction
Paul Siegel is a prominent inventor based in La Jolla, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of coding methods and electronic devices, particularly in the area of write-once memory (WOM) codes. With a total of 5 patents to his name, Siegel's work has advanced the efficiency and reliability of memory systems.
Latest Patents
One of Siegel's latest patents is titled "Efficient two write WOM codes, coding methods and devices." This invention provides a family of 2-write WOM codes that improve WOM rates. The preferred embodiments of this invention offer constructs for linear codes that have a 2-write WOM code. These codes are shown to achieve capacity when the parity check matrix of the linear code is chosen uniformly at random. The invention also includes an electronic device that utilizes an efficient coding scheme of WOM codes with two write capability, applicable to various memory systems, especially flash memories.
Another notable patent is "Strong single and multiple error correcting WOM codes, coding methods and devices." This invention offers WOM coding methods and electronic devices equipped with error correcting codes that can handle single, double, and triple error corrections. The coding methods ensure that even with redundancy bits, errors can be corrected effectively. This innovation is crucial for enhancing the reliability of memory systems.
Career Highlights
Paul Siegel is affiliated with the University of California, where he continues to contribute to research and development in coding methods. His work has garnered attention for its practical applications in modern electronic devices.
Collaborations
Siegel has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Eitan Yaakobi and Alexander Vardy. Their combined expertise has furthered advancements in the field of coding and memory systems.
Conclusion
Paul Siegel's innovative contributions to WOM coding and error correction have significantly impacted the efficiency of memory systems. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology in this critical area.