Houston, TX, United States of America

Thanh H Cao

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Gte Mobile Communications Service Corporation. Active years: 1992-1993.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thanh H Cao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thanh-h-cao

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 269(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1992-1993

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Thanh H Cao

Introduction

Thanh H Cao is an accomplished inventor based in Houston, TX. He has made significant contributions to the field of telecommunications, particularly in the development of credit card payment systems integrated with mobile technology. With a total of 2 patents, his work has paved the way for innovative solutions in mobile payment processing.

Latest Patents

One of Thanh H Cao's notable patents is the "Cellular radiotelephone credit card paystation method." This invention describes a system for operating multiple credit card reader-equipped cellular mobile radiotelephones (CMRs) as credit card paystations. The CMRs incorporate a remotely programmable unit (RPU) that controls credit card operations and manages data communication sessions with a credit card host and a remote programming host. The RPU monitors messages transmitted from the control unit and the transmit/receive unit of the CMR. The system is designed to power up in a locked state, allowing for local validation of credit cards before unlocking for call placement. It also records essential information such as credit card details, call time, and duration, while checking for fraud alerts after each call.

Career Highlights

Thanh H Cao is associated with GTE Mobile Communications Service Corporation, where he has contributed to various projects that enhance mobile communication technologies. His innovative approach has led to advancements in how mobile devices can facilitate secure transactions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Thanh has worked alongside notable colleagues, including Robert G Zicker and Daniel G Borkowski. Their collaborative efforts have further enriched the development of mobile communication solutions.

Conclusion

Thanh H Cao's contributions to the field of telecommunications, particularly through his innovative patents, have significantly impacted mobile payment systems. His work continues to influence the evolution of secure and efficient mobile 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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