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Concord, MA, United States of America

Peter J Bannon

USPTO Granted Patents = 25

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 282(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Acton, MA (US) (1991 - 1993)
  • Concord, MA (US) (1997 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 40,816 
 
Apple Inc.
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 2,297 
 
Digital Equipment Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal5 out of 27,394 
 
Hewlett-packard Development Company, L.p.
 patents
4. 1 out of 210 
 
Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.p.
 patents
5. 1 out of 2,019 
 
Compaq Computer Corporation, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1991-2016

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25 patents (USPTO):
1. 9354886 - Maintaining the integrity of an execution return address stack (2016-05-31),
2. 9280352 - Lookahead scanning and cracking of microcode instructions in a dispatch queue (2016-03-08),
3. 9009451 - Instruction type issue throttling upon reaching threshold by adjusting counter increment amount for issued cycle and decrement amount for not issued cycle (2015-04-14),
4. 8566528 - Combining write buffer with dynamically adjustable flush metrics (2013-10-22),
5. 8364936 - Processor employing split scheduler in which near, low latency operation dependencies are tracked separate from other operation dependencies (2013-01-29),
6. 8352685 - Combining write buffer with dynamically adjustable flush metrics (2013-01-08),
7. 8301843 - Data cache block zero implementation (2012-10-30),
8. 8285937 - Fused store exclusive/memory barrier operation (2012-10-09),
9. 8255671 - Processor employing split scheduler in which near, low latency operation dependencies are tracked separate from other operation dependencies (2012-08-28),
10. 7707361 - Data cache block zero implementation (2010-04-27),
11. 7152191 - Fault containment and error recovery in a scalable multiprocessor (2006-12-19),
12. 7024533 - Mechanism for synchronizing multiple skewed source-synchronous data channels with automatic initialization feature (2006-04-04),
13. 6678840 - Fault containment and error recovery in a scalable multiprocessor (2004-01-13),
14. 6662265 - Mechanism to track all open pages in a DRAM memory system (2003-12-09),
15. 6636955 - Mechanism for synchronizing multiple skewed source-synchronous data channels with automatic initialization feature (2003-10-21),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Peter J. Bannon: A Luminary in Computer Architecture

Introduction: Peter J. Bannon, based in Concord, MA, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 25 patents. His groundbreaking contributions primarily focus on enhancing processing efficiency and integrity in computer architecture. Bannon has consistently pushed the boundaries of technological innovation throughout his remarkable career.

Latest Patents: Among his latest patents is a method for maintaining the integrity of an execution return address stack (RAS). This novel processor design accurately manages the state of the execution RAS by utilizing a branch information table that stores details regarding branch instructions. Upon the first execution of a branch instruction, an entry is created and filled in the table. If the same instruction is executed again, the processor retrieves a pointer address from the table to reposition the execution RAS pointer. This innovation also aids in restoring a speculative RAS following a mis-speculation. Another recent patent involves a lookahead scanning and cracking technique for microcode instructions within a dispatch queue. This apparatus and method prevent processing bubbles and ensure maximum instruction throughput by scanning the latest dispatch queue entries, allowing a detected instruction to be efficiently converted into micro-operations.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Peter J. Bannon has made significant strides in the field of computer architecture. He has contributed to leading technology companies such as Apple Inc. and Digital Equipment Corporation, where his expertise in processing solutions has had a lasting impact on the advancement of computing technology.

Collaborations: Bannon has worked alongside esteemed colleagues, notably Richard Eugene Kessler and Andrew J. Beaumont-Smith. These collaborations have undoubtedly enriched his contributions to the industry and fostered an environment of innovation and creativity.

Conclusion: Peter J. Bannon is a distinguished inventor whose 25 patents reflect his commitment to enhancing computer architecture and processing efficiency. His innovative methods for maintaining execution RAS integrity and improving microcode instruction throughput are a testament to his ingenuity and dedication to advancing technology. As he continues to inspire future innovations, Bannon's legacy in the world of computer science remains firmly established.

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