Robert Coover

This inventor holds 71 USPTO granted patents and 17 published patent applications and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Audio Fingerprinting. Top assignees: Gracenote, Inc., Roku, Inc., The Nielsen Comapny (US), LLC. Active years: 2018-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Robert Coover. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/robert-coover

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 71 (Patent Applications = 17)

% Patents Active = 94.4

EPO Patents = 9 (Patent Applications = 12)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 76(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 26(Dec 10, 2025)

Company Filing History:

The Nielsen Comapny (US), LLC

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4. 2 out of 834,570

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Years Active: 2018-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Audio Fingerprinting

Media Indexing

Dynamic Volume Adjustment

Audio Equalization

Cover Song Identification

Automated Media Recognition

Pitch Shift Detection

Loudness Monitoring

Neural Networks

Signal Normalization

Playback Personalization

Lighting Effects Control

71 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12769789 - Systems, methods, and apparatus to improve media identification (2026-10-20),

2. 12755751 - Audio content recognition method and system (2026-10-06),

3. 12755153 - Methods and apparatus for audio equalization based on variant selection (2026-10-06),

4. 12626718 - Cover song identification method and system (2026-05-12),

5. 12568274 - Methods and apparatus for playback using pre-processed information and personalization (2026-03-03),

6. 12554697 - Methods and apparatus for efficient media indexing (2026-02-17),

7. 12436993 - Methods and apparatus to identify media that has been pitch shifted, time shifted, and/or resampled (2025-10-07),

8. 12405999 - Matching audio fingerprints (2025-09-02),

9. 12393629 - Methods and apparatus to identify media (2025-08-19),

10. 12387733 - Methods and apparatus to fingerprint an audio signal via normalization (2025-08-12),

11. 12361955 - Audio fingerprinting (2025-07-15),

12. 12238492 - Methods and apparatus for audio equalization based on variant selection (2025-02-25),

13. 12235896 - Methods and apparatus to fingerprint an audio signal via exponential normalization (2025-02-25),

14. 12232229 - Methods and apparatus to control light pulsing effects based on media content (2025-02-18),

15. 12167084 - Methods and apparatus for playback using pre-processed information and personalization (2024-12-10),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Robert Coover

Introduction: Robert Coover, a pioneering inventor based in Orinda, CA, has made significant contributions to the world of technology and innovation through his groundbreaking inventions.

Latest Patents: Robert Coover holds several patents in the field of artificial intelligence and renewable energy technologies, showcasing his continuous dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Robert Coover has established himself as a leading figure in the tech industry, known for his ability to transform bold ideas into tangible inventions that have the potential to shape the future.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Robert Coover has collaborated with top research institutions, universities, and tech companies to further develop his inventions and bring them to the market, highlighting his commitment to driving progress through teamwork and innovation.

Conclusion: Robert Coover's passion for innovation, coupled with his relentless drive to create solutions that address real-world challenges, solidifies his position as a visionary inventor whose work continues to inspire and impact the world of technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.