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Cambridge, MA, United States of America

Perry S Cheng

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Garbage Collection Technology. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Other. Active years: 2008-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Perry S Cheng. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/perry-s-cheng

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 

% Patents Active = 38.5

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 172(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • New City, NY (US) (2008 - 2011)
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (US) (2011)
  • New York City, NY (US) (2011)
  • New York, NY (US) (2012 - 2013)
  • Cambridge, MA (US) (2013 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal25 out of 166,325 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2008-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Garbage Collection
Heterogeneous Computing
Data Management
Real-Time Systems
FPGA Design
Program Composition
Functional Semantics
Stream Graphs
Memory Defragmentation
Software-Hardware Co-Execution
Clock Frequency Optimization
Dataflow Extraction
26 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10216626 - Parallel garbage collection implemented in hardware (2019-02-26),
2. 10191735 - Language-independent program composition using containers (2019-01-29),
3. 10185558 - Language-independent program composition using containers (2019-01-22),
4. 9632928 - Parallel garbage collection implemented in hardware (2017-04-25),
5. 9424010 - Extraction of functional semantics and isolated dataflow from imperative object oriented languages (2016-08-23),
6. 9411564 - Extraction of functional semantics and isolated dataflow from imperative object oriented languages (2016-08-09),
7. 9355030 - Parallel garbage collection implemented in hardware (2016-05-31),
8. 9329843 - Communication stack for software-hardware co-execution on heterogeneous computing systems with processors and reconfigurable logic (FPGAs) (2016-05-03),
9. 9323506 - Communication stack for software-hardware co-execution on heterogeneous computing systems with processors and reconfigurable logic (FPGAs) (2016-04-26),
10. 9152399 - Extracting stream graph structure in a computer language by pre-executing a deterministic subset (2015-10-06),
11. 9104432 - Extracting stream graph structure in a computer language by pre-executing a deterministic subset (2015-08-11),
12. 8938725 - Technique for compiling and running high-level programs on heterogeneous computers (2015-01-20),
13. 8856491 - Garbage collection implemented in hardware (2014-10-07),
14. 8789026 - Technique for compiling and running high-level programs on heterogeneous computers (2014-07-22),
15. 8566768 - Best clock frequency search for FPGA-based design (2013-10-22),

Title: **Perry S Cheng: A Pioneer in Hardware Memory Management and Language-Independent Programming**

Introduction

Perry S Cheng is an innovative inventor based in Cambridge, MA, known for his contributions to the fields of hardware memory management and programming languages. With a remarkable portfolio of 26 patents, Cheng has made significant advancements that enhance the efficiency and versatility of computing technologies.

Latest Patents

Cheng's latest patents showcase his expertise and creative approach to problem-solving. One of his notable inventions is the "Parallel garbage collection implemented in hardware." This method provides a system for dynamic memory management, where objects are stored in multiple heaps, and a hardware garbage collector operates to free up heap space. The collector traverses these heaps, marking and identifying selected objects for removal, thus optimizing memory usage.

Another groundbreaking patent is titled "Language-independent program composition using containers." This invention involves obtaining an action sequence along with a corresponding input dictionary. In this method, Containers are instantiated for actions in different programming languages, allowing execution and updating of input dictionaries independently of language constraints. This innovation greatly enhances the flexibility and efficiency of programming across diverse environments.

Career Highlights

Cheng has a notable professional background, having worked at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he leveraged his talents in engineering and development. His experience at such a prestigious company reflects his capabilities as an inventor and innovator in technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Cheng has collaborated with leading experts in the field, including notable colleagues such as David Francis Bacon and Rodric Rabbah. These partnerships have likely enriched his work and fostered a collaborative environment that promotes the exchange of ideas and approaches to complex problems.

Conclusion

Perry S Cheng stands out as a remarkable inventor with a strong portfolio that reflects his commitment to innovation in hardware memory management and programming. His contributions have not only advanced technology but also demonstrate the potential for future innovations that can further enhance computing. With his continued dedication to invention, Cheng is poised to impact the tech industry significantly.

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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