This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1999-2005.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1999-2005
Title: Richard Scott Maxwell: Innovator in Data Processing Technologies
Introduction
Richard Scott Maxwell is a notable inventor based in Romsey, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of data processing, holding a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on improving the efficiency and reliability of data management systems.
Latest Patents
Maxwell's latest patents include a method, apparatus, and computer program for reducing the amount of data checkpointed. This invention relates to a method that minimizes the number of data elements checkpointed in a system with at least one data store. It involves recording a point in a log and determining the oldest data element in each data store. The invention assesses whether the logged representation of the oldest data element is more recent than the recorded point, allowing for more efficient data management.
Another significant patent by Maxwell is an interprocess communication mechanism. This method addresses recovery from interprocess communication failures. It recognizes when an initiator process does not have the expected write control of the IPC link and sets an indicator. A separate process checks this indicator and notifies the initiator process to take control if necessary, thus avoiding stalemate situations without relying on mutex locks.
Career Highlights
Richard Scott Maxwell is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). His work at IBM has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that enhance data processing capabilities.
Collaborations
Maxwell has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Andrew Ian Hickson and David Ware. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of technologies in their field.
Conclusion
Richard Scott Maxwell is a distinguished inventor whose work in data processing technologies has led to valuable patents. His contributions continue to influence the efficiency of data management systems in various applications.