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Peekskill, NY, United States of America

Roberto Pieraccini

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Spoken Dialog Systems. Top assignees: Nuance Communications, Inc., Synchronoss Technologies, Inc, Speechcycle, Inc.. Active years: 2001-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Roberto Pieraccini. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/roberto-pieraccini

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 19

% Patents Active = 78.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 1,377(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Peekskill, NY (US) (2010 - 2014)
  • Millington, NJ (US) (2001 - 2015)
  • New York, NY (US) (2011 - 2017)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 1,422 
 
Nuance Communications, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 58 
 
Synchronoss Technologies, Inc
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 4 
 
Speechcycle, Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 16,781 
 
At&t Intellectual Property I, LP
 patents
5. 2 out of 4,208 
 
At+t Corp.
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2017

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Areas of Expertise:
Statistical Classifiers
Machine Translation
Synthesized Speech
Spoken Dialog Systems
User Experience
Semantic Classifiers
Interactive Voice Response
Natural Language Understanding
Voice Interaction
Data Retrieval
Caller Behavior
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9558183 - System and method for the localization of statistical classifiers based on machine translation (2017-01-31),
2. 9171545 - Browsing and retrieval of full broadcast-quality video (2015-10-27),
3. 8849669 - System for tuning synthesized speech (2014-09-30),
4. 8831208 - System and method for optimizing call flows of a spoken dialog system (2014-09-09),
5. 8682669 - System and method for building optimal state-dependent statistical utterance classifiers in spoken dialog systems (2014-03-25),
6. 8543401 - System and method for improving performance of semantic classifiers in spoken dialog systems (2013-09-24),
7. 8520808 - System and method for robust evaluation of the user experience in automated spoken dialog systems (2013-08-27),
8. 8438032 - System for tuning synthesized speech (2013-05-07),
9. 8433572 - Method and apparatus for multiple value confirmation and correction in spoken dialog system (2013-04-30),
10. 8180639 - Method for variable resolution and error control in spoken language understanding (2012-05-15),
11. 8180025 - Methods and apparatus for enforcing caller listening behavior on interactive voice response applications (2012-05-15),
12. 8065148 - Method, apparatus, and computer program product for one-step correction of voice interaction (2011-11-22),
13. 8041019 - Methods and apparatus for call back disposition and re-evaluation in interactive voice response based customer care (2011-10-18),
14. 7962339 - Method for variable resolution and error control in spoken language understanding (2011-06-14),
15. 7877774 - Browsing and retrieval of full broadcast-quality video (2011-01-25),

Title: Innovations by Roberto Pieraccini: Pioneering Advances in Machine Translation and Media Accessibility

Introduction:

Roberto Pieraccini, based in Peekskill, NY, is an accomplished inventor with a notable portfolio of 19 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in machine translation and media browsing technologies, which have substantial implications for human-computer interaction and media accessibility.

Latest Patents:

Pieraccini’s latest innovations include:

1. **System and Method for the Localization of Statistical Classifiers Based on Machine Translation** - This invention reveals a method for localizing a spoken dialog system through accessing source data, including semantic annotations and transcriptions. The transcriptions are machine-translated into a target language, where semantic classifiers are trained, enhancing the system's language adaptability.

2. **Browsing and Retrieval of Full Broadcast-Quality Video** - This method includes various steps for indexing media collections and searching an indexed library. It allows for effective browsing of program segments based on specific search criteria, streamlining media accessibility for users.

Career Highlights:

Roberto has held significant positions in prominent technology firms, including Nuance Communications and Synchronoss Technologies. His roles at these companies allowed him to apply his expertise in machine learning and dialog systems to push the boundaries of current technological capabilities.

Collaborations:

Throughout his career, Pieraccini has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Krishna Dayanidhi and David Suendermann. These partnerships have proven to be a valuable asset in driving forward innovative projects and research in their fields.

Conclusion:

Roberto Pieraccini continues to contribute significantly to the fields of machine translation and media indexing, fostering advancements that enhance user experiences. With a robust set of patents, he remains a leading figure in the innovation landscape, inspiring future developments in technology.

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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