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Ocean, NJ, United States of America

Richard Kram

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Optical Communication Systems. Top assignees: Subcom, LLC, Tyco Electronics Subsea Communications LLC, Tyco Submarine Systems Ltd.. Active years: 2000-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Richard Kram. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/richard-kram

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 52(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (US) (2000)
  • Ocean, NJ (US) (2012 - 2023)
  • Middletown, DE (US) (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 67 
 
Subcom, LLC
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 82 
 
Tyco Electronics Subsea Communications LLC
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 37 
 
Tyco Submarine Systems Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2000-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Transmission
Line Monitoring
Network Management
Fault Detection
High Fiber Count
Web Services
Parameter Reporting
Network Simulation
Multi-Client Access
Calibration Techniques
Data Communications Network
Voltage Signal Detection
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12185035 - Enhanced line monitoring and parameter reporting for high fiber count undersea fiber optic transmission systems with multiple switchable branches (2024-12-31),
2. 11871165 - Enhanced line monitoring and parameter reporting for high fiber count undersea fiber optic transmission systems with multiple switchable branches (2024-01-09),
3. 11704597 - Techniques to generate network simulation scenarios (2023-07-18),
4. 11552838 - Techniques for interfacing between web services and interface description language (IDL)-based remote procedure call (RPC) services and an optical communication system implementing same (2023-01-10),
5. 11354593 - Techniques to generate network simulation scenarios (2022-06-07),
6. 11240095 - Techniques for interfacing between web services and interface description language (IDL)-based remote procedure call (RPC) services and an optical communication system implementing same (2022-02-01),
7. 11044252 - Techniques for secured partitioning of an optical transmission system to provide multi-client management access and a network management system implementing same (2021-06-22),
8. 10652077 - Techniques for interfacing between web services and interface description language (IDL)-based remote procedure call (RPC) services and an optical communication system implementing same (2020-05-12),
9. 10637565 - Techniques for parameter reporting of elements in an optical transmission system using high loss loopback (HLLB) data and a line monitoring system implementing the same (2020-04-28),
10. 10498438 - Automatic calibration of loopback data in line monitoring systems (2019-12-03),
11. 10404362 - Fault detection and reporting in line monitoring systems (2019-09-03),
12. 10382123 - Techniques for parameter reporting of elements in an optical transmission system using high loss loopback (HLLB) data and a line monitoring system implementing the same (2019-08-13),
13. 10142016 - Techniques for high-resolution line monitoring with a standardized output and an optical communication system using the same (2018-11-27),
14. 10110466 - Optical communication system with distributed wet plant manager (2018-10-23),
15. 10056978 - Techniques for provisioning network elements of a data communications network (DCN) and an optical communication system using the same (2018-08-21),

Title: Richard Kram: Innovator in Undersea Fiber Optic Technologies

Introduction

Richard Kram is a prominent inventor based in Ocean, NJ, recognized for his significant contributions to the field of undersea fiber optic transmission systems. With a prolific portfolio of 18 patents, Kram has developed technologies that enhance the capabilities and efficiencies of optical communication.

Latest Patents

Among his most recent inventions is a patented system for enhanced line monitoring and parameter reporting for high fiber count undersea fiber optic transmission systems with multiple switchable branches. This innovative technology provides techniques, devices, and systems that enable the updating of a reportable parameter table database when a reconfigured optical communication path is formed through switching performed by a branching unit. The patent details a processor's ability to obtain system attributes of each segment of the reconfigured optical communication path, facilitating the evaluation of operational and structural parameters from one endpoint to another. This advancement is crucial for maintaining the integrity and performance of undersea communication systems.

Career Highlights

Richard has held significant positions within notable companies such as Subcom, LLC and Tyco Electronics Subsea Communications LLC. His work in these organizations has been instrumental in fostering innovations that address the challenges faced in undersea communications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Richard has collaborated with talented professionals, including Jonathan Liss and Yunlu Xu. These partnerships have enriched his projects and enhanced the innovations he has brought to market, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in the field of technology.

Conclusion

With an impressive array of patents and a track record of impactful inventions, Richard Kram continues to be a driving force in the evolution of undersea fiber optic technologies. His work not only contributes to technological advancements but also lays the groundwork for future innovations in the realm of optical communications.

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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