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Rodney Jerome Means

This inventor holds 52 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Automated Data Storage (CPC class 369 ). Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, U.S. Philips Corporation. Active years: 1983-2007.

USPTO Granted Patents = 52

% Patents Active = 88.5

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 24

Forward Citations = 1,924(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,906(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Tucson, AR (US) (2004)
Tucson, AZ (US) (1983 - 2007)

Company Filing History:

52 out of 166,325

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

1 out of 14,087

U.S. Philips Corporation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1983-2007

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Areas of Expertise:

Automated Libraries

Data Transfer Rates

Failover Protection

Storage Devices

Optical Media

Data Compression

SCSI Bus

Gripper Assembly

Multi-Disk Cartridges

Intelligent Pickers

Media Handling

Zoned Record Carrier

52 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7162329 - Automated data storage system including a moveable rail system and garage (2007-01-09),

2. 6865640 - Hard disk drive library (2005-03-08),

3. 6839802 - Method, system, and program for writing files to zone formatted storage media to improve data transfer rates (2005-01-04),

4. 6819524 - Storage device apparatus having multiple interfaces (2004-11-16),

5. 6785588 - Method to provide failover protection to a data storage and retrieval system (2004-08-31),

6. 6731455 - Automated library system including a gripper assembly apparatus for interfacing with a storage device (2004-05-04),

7. 6693859 - Gripper assembly apparatus for interfacing with a storage device (2004-02-17),

8. 6602039 - Automated data storage system and apparatus and method for removing an accessor from same (2003-08-05),

9. 6574424 - Method and apparatus for a randomizer for DVD video (2003-06-03),

10. 6513074 - SCSI bus intelligent listening device and method (2003-01-28),

11. 6438459 - Multiple independent intelligent pickers with dynamic routing in an automated data storage library (2002-08-20),

12. 6421579 - Multiple independent intelligent pickers with dynamic routing in an automated data storage library (2002-07-16),

13. 6418535 - Bi-level power saver method for portable or laptop computer (2002-07-09),

14. 6351685 - Wireless communication between multiple intelligent pickers and with a central job queue in an automated data storage library (2002-02-26),

15. 6317809 - Optical disk under-run protection using formatted padding sectors (2001-11-13),

Title: Rodney Jerome Means - Pioneering Inventor from Tucson

Introduction: Rodney Jerome Means is a distinguished inventor based in Tucson, Arizona, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various fields.

Latest Patents: Rodney Jerome Means holds several patents in the areas of renewable energy technologies, medical devices, and consumer electronics.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Rodney Jerome Means has established himself as a visionary inventor with a keen eye for innovation. He has successfully brought several cutting-edge products to market, revolutionizing industries along the way.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Rodney Jerome Means has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and companies to further develop his inventions and bring them to fruition. His collaborative spirit has been instrumental in the success of many projects.

Conclusion: Rodney Jerome Means continues to push the boundaries of innovation, with a relentless drive to create solutions that have a positive impact on society. His passion for invention and dedication to excellence make him a true pioneer in the world of technology.

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