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Richardson, TX, United States of America

Theodore Warren Houston

This inventor holds 249 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications, primarily in SRAM Technology (CPC class 365154). Top assignees: Texas Instruments Corporation, Sun Microsystems, Inc., Texas Instruments Incorproated. Active years: 1980-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Theodore Warren Houston. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/theodore-warren-houston

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 249 

% Patents Active = 98.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 30

Forward Citations = 3,959(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 3,828(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Dallas, TX (US) (1992)
  • Dallas County, TX (US) (1993)
  • Richardon, TX (US) (2010)
  • Richardson, TX (US) (1980 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal247 out of 29,888 
 
Texas Instruments Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 7,642 
 
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 2 
 
Texas Instruments Incorproated
 patents
4. 1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1980-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
SRAM Cell
Read Assist Circuit
Low Power SRAM
Memory Optimization
Integrated Circuit
N-Well Bias
P-Well Bias
Characterization of Bits
10T SRAM Cell
Body Bias Coordinator
Voltage Reduction
Temperature Responsive Control
249 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10756095 - SRAM cell with T-shaped contact (2020-08-25),
2. 10748913 - SRAM cell with T-shaped contact (2020-08-18),
3. 10629250 - SRAM cell having an n-well bias (2020-04-21),
4. 10199380 - SRAM cell with T-shaped contact (2019-02-05),
5. 10163911 - SRAM cell with T-shaped contact (2018-12-25),
6. 9858986 - Integrated circuit with low power SRAM (2018-01-02),
7. 9236113 - Read assist for an SRAM using a word line suppression circuit (2016-01-12),
8. 9124263 - Body bias coordinator, method of coordinating a body bias and sub-circuit power supply employing the same (2015-09-01),
9. 9082507 - Read assist circuit for an SRAM, including a word line suppression circuit (2015-07-14),
10. 9059032 - SRAM cell parameter optimization (2015-06-16),
11. 8945999 - SRAM cell with different crystal orientation than associated logic (2015-02-03),
12. 8891288 - 8T SRAM cell with one word line (2014-11-18),
13. 8891287 - SRAM cell having a p-well bias (2014-11-18),
14. 8873279 - 8T SRAM cell with one word line (2014-10-28),
15. 8755239 - Read assist circuit for an SRAM (2014-06-17),

Title: Theodore Warren Houston: Pioneering Innovations in Technology

Introduction:

Throughout his illustrious career, Theodore Warren Houston has established himself as a noteworthy figure in the field of technology. With his remarkable achievements and innovative contributions, he has garnered widespread recognition and numerous accolades. Let's delve into his latest patents, career highlights, collaborations, and acknowledge the impact he has made in the industry.

Latest Patents:

One of Houston's recent patents involves the development of an integrated circuit containing an array of SRAM cells with T-shaped contacts in the inverters. This innovation introduces drain connecting segments that may extend beyond gate connecting segments by a distance greater than 10 percent of the separation distance between ends of opposite drain connecting segments. Additionally, the drain connecting segments exceed one-third of the width of the gate connecting segments. This patent showcases Houston's expertise in enhancing the efficiency and performance of SRAM cells.

Career Highlights:

Houston has held key positions in prominent technology companies, contributing significantly to their advancement. Notably, he has been associated with Texas Instruments Corporation, a renowned firm, where he has played a pivotal role in driving innovation. Through his extraordinary aptitude and dedication, Houston has consistently pushed boundaries and achieved remarkable breakthroughs in the field of technology.

Collaborations:

Houston has had the opportunity to collaborate with exceptional individuals, fostering an environment of innovation and groundbreaking discoveries. Among his coworkers, Xiaowei Deng and Andrew Marshall have made significant contributions alongside him. These collaborative efforts exemplify Houston's commitment to teamwork and his ability to harness collective expertise to drive advancements.

Conclusion:

Theodore Warren Houston's extensive career in the technology sector has been marked by remarkable achievements and groundbreaking innovations. His latest patents, particularly in the realm of SRAM cells with T-shaped contacts, demonstrate his ability to develop solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Through his collaborations and remarkable career highlights, Houston has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the industry. As we look forward to his future endeavors, we anticipate further remarkable innovations from this exceptional inventor and technologist.

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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