This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Emc IP Holding Company LLC. Active years: 2017-2018.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2017-2018
Title: The Innovations of Sean Pollard
Introduction
Sean Pollard is an accomplished inventor based in Methuen, MA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of data storage systems, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative approach to technology.
Latest Patents
One of Sean's latest patents is titled "Automatic non-disruptive congestion control of a fabric in a data storage system." This invention involves the use of storage node blades that utilize queue pairs associated with point-to-point links to perform RDMA transactions with memory components linked to other storage node blades. The system employs higher quality of service queue pairs for system message transactions while utilizing lower quality of service queue pairs for remote direct memory access data. The invention intelligently manages bandwidth by adjusting postings to higher priority queue pairs based on the status of lower priority queue pairs.
Another notable patent is "Automatic non-disruptive connection recovery of a fixed topology fabric in a data storage system." This invention addresses the challenges of individual transport connections within a dual-star fabric connected multi-node storage system. It disables transport connections in response to failures caused by faulty hardware or congestion. The system continuously monitors the viability of each configured IB transport connection and restores functionality once failures are resolved, ensuring seamless operation.
Career Highlights
Sean Pollard is currently employed at EMC IP Holding Company LLC, where he continues to innovate and develop cutting-edge solutions in data storage technology. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency and reliability of data storage systems.
Collaborations
Sean collaborates with talented individuals such as Julie Zhivich and Alesia Tringale, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
Conclusion
Sean Pollard's contributions to the field of data storage systems through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future advancements.