This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC. Active years: 2007-2011.
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Years Active: 2007-2011
Title: Innovations of Steven Shafer
Introduction
Steven Shafer is an accomplished inventor based in Seattle, WA. He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His work primarily focuses on asset management and geometric modeling in computing environments.
Latest Patents
Among his latest patents is a method and identification tag for asset management. This invention discloses a method, identification tag, data signal, and service for asset management. The identification data may be retrieved from an identification tag, which includes a global routing prefix and an asset identifier. Based on the global routing prefix, a uniform resource locator can be determined for a selected asset lookup service. The received asset identifier is then sent to the asset lookup service based on the determined uniform resource locator.
Another notable patent is a geometric model database for use in ubiquitous computing. This system and process provide a geometric model database capable of accepting information about the geometric state of the environment. It builds and maintains a geometric model of the environment while handling queries about its geometric state. The task of building a geometric model begins by establishing a set of entities of interest in the environment, represented by a coordinate frame and an extent. Measurements describe the position and orientation of one entity's coordinate frame in relation to another.
Career Highlights
Steven Shafer is currently employed at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has had a significant impact on the way asset management and geometric modeling are approached in the tech industry.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Daniel H. Wilson and Andrew David Wilson, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
Conclusion
Steven Shafer's contributions to technology through his patents and work at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His innovative approaches to asset management and geometric modeling continue to influence the industry.