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Madison, NJ, United States of America

Thomas C Banwell

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents, primarily in RF Signal Processing. Top assignees: Telcordia Technologies, Inc., Bell Communications Research, Inc., Vencore Labs, Inc.. Active years: 1989-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas C Banwell. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-c-banwell

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 81.3


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 291(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Madison Borough, NJ (US) (1989)
  • Madison, NJ (US) (1991 - 2010)
  • Howell, NJ (US) (2013 - 2015)
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (US) (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 461 
 
Telcordia Technologies, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 670 
 
Bell Communications Research, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 28 
 
Vencore Labs, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1 
 
Applied Communications Sciences
 patent
5. 1 out of 10 
 
Peraton Labs Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 1,377 
 
University of Central Florida Research Foundation Inc.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Local Oscillator
MIMO Signal Processing
Directional Notch Filter
HF Transceiver
Analog RF Links
OCDMA Security
Photonically Assisted Filtering
Electro-Optic Receivers
Optical Code Division
Subscriber Loop Echo Measurement
Time Domain Monitoring
Voltage Regulator
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11880320 - Common-mode signaling and coupler bypass in legacy busses (2024-01-23),
2. 10014955 - Signal processing circuit with optical local oscillator signal (2018-07-03),
3. 9054752 - High rate RF link technology utilizing near-maximum likelihood MIMO signal processing (2015-06-09),
4. 8942658 - Directional notch filter for simultaneous transmit and receive of wideband signals (2015-01-27),
5. 8798546 - Directional filter for separating closely spaced channels in an HF transceiver (2014-08-05),
6. 8693875 - Method and apparatus for optimized analog RF optical links (2014-04-08),
7. 8488967 - System and method for OCDMA-based photonic layer security robustness to archival attack (2013-07-16),
8. 8472806 - Systems and methods for photonically assisted RF filtering (2013-06-25),
9. 8351799 - Multiscale sampling for wide dynamic range electro-optic receivers (2013-01-08),
10. 7729616 - Phase chip frequency-bins optical code division multiple access (2010-06-01),
11. 6819744 - System and circuitry for measuring echoes on subscriber loops (2004-11-16),
12. 6625270 - Method, apparatus, and system for filtering incoming telephone calls (2003-09-23),
13. 6549572 - Method and apparatus for automated time domain monitoring in optical networks (2003-04-15),
14. 6285722 - Method and apparatus for variable bit rate clock recovery (2001-09-04),
15. 5049807 - All-NPN-transistor voltage regulator (1991-09-17),

Title: Thomas C Banwell: Innovator in Signal Processing Technology

Introduction

Thomas C Banwell is a distinguished inventor based in Madison, NJ, with a remarkable portfolio of 15 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in signal processing technology, contributing significantly to the field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a patent for a signal processing circuit with an optical local oscillator signal. This apparatus is designed to process input signals across a range of radio frequencies and includes a local oscillator to generate a corresponding signal. The circuit features both a staring mode of operation and a selective mode of operation, enhancing its versatility. Another notable patent involves high rate RF link technology utilizing near-maximum likelihood MIMO signal processing. This system facilitates spatially multiplexed data transmission, characterized by a collection of antennas with independent channels linked to a central processing location, such as through optical fiber. The design minimizes multi-path interference, achieving signal decorrelation through spatial separation and advanced signal processing techniques.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Thomas has worked with prominent organizations, including Telcordia Technologies, Inc. and Bell Communications Research, Inc. His contributions have been pivotal in advancing communication technologies.

Collaborations

Thomas has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Ted Kirk Woodward and Paul Toliver. Their collective expertise has further enriched the innovations in signal processing.

Conclusion

Thomas C Banwell's contributions to signal processing technology exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing communication systems. His patents reflect a deep understanding of complex signal processing challenges and solutions.

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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