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Redmond, WA, United States of America

Sheng Kai Tang

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Gesture Recognition Technology. Top assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC. Active years: 2021-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sheng Kai Tang. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sheng-kai-tang

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 7.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 118(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 56,402 
 
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
 patents

Years Active: 2021-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Spatial Attention Model
Voice Engagement
Hand Gesture
User Intent
Holographic Raycasting
Mixed Reality
Microgesture Inputs
Real-World Recognition
Eye Gaze Targeting
Context-Aware Systems
Augmented Inputs
Virtual Object Interaction
15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11960790 - Spatial attention model enhanced voice engagement system (2024-04-16),
2. 11755122 - Hand gesture-based emojis (2023-09-12),
3. 11703994 - Near interaction mode for far virtual object (2023-07-18),
4. 11656689 - Single-handed microgesture inputs (2023-05-23),
5. 11630509 - Determining user intent based on attention values (2023-04-18),
6. 11461955 - Holographic palm raycasting for targeting virtual objects (2022-10-04),
7. 11397463 - Discrete and continuous gestures for enabling hand rays (2022-07-26),
8. 11340707 - Hand gesture-based emojis (2022-05-24),
9. 11320957 - Near interaction mode for far virtual object (2022-05-03),
10. 11294472 - Augmented two-stage hand gesture input (2022-04-05),
11. 11249556 - Single-handed microgesture inputs (2022-02-15),
12. 11132845 - Real-world object recognition for computing device (2021-09-28),
13. 11107265 - Holographic palm raycasting for targeting virtual objects (2021-08-31),
14. 10969937 - Context-aware system menu behavior for mixed reality (2021-04-06),
15. 10890967 - Systems and methods for using eye gaze to bend and snap targeting rays for remote interaction (2021-01-12),

Title: Innovations of Sheng Kai Tang

Introduction

Sheng Kai Tang is a prominent inventor based in Redmond, WA, known for his significant contributions to technology through his innovative patents. With a total of 15 patents to his name, he has made a notable impact in the field of mixed reality and user interaction systems.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is the "Spatial attention model enhanced voice engagement system." This invention involves a computer-implemented method that detects user interaction with mixed reality displayed content. It determines user focus based on interaction and modifies the length of time for extending voice engagement with the mixed reality system. The system can track eye movements to identify objects the user is looking at and understand the context of user dialogue during voice engagement. Another significant patent is related to "Hand gesture-based emojis." This invention provides a method for recognizing hand gestures through hand tracking data and presenting corresponding emojis on display devices. It enhances user interaction by allowing for a more intuitive communication method.

Career Highlights

Sheng Kai Tang is currently employed at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work focuses on enhancing user experiences through advanced interaction systems.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Julia Schwarz and Casey Leon Meekhof, who contribute to the collaborative environment at Microsoft.

Conclusion

Sheng Kai Tang's innovative patents and contributions to technology exemplify the importance of user interaction in modern systems. His work continues to shape the future of mixed reality and communication technologies.

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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