This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Oracle International Corporation. Active years: 2024.
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Years Active: 2024
Title: Thomas Engle and Clone-Aware Backup and Restore
Introduction
Thomas Engle is an inventor associated with Nashua, New Hampshire, and Oracle International Corporation. His patent work addresses efficient backup and restoration of thin-cloned data files.
Latest Patents
Engle is credited with 1 patent, titled “Clone-Aware Backup and Restore.” The invention describes identifying memory portions in a thin-cloned data file that contain data shared with a source file. Rather than storing duplicate shared data in the backup, the process can store placeholder metadata and a reference to the shared portion. During restoration, it can restore derivative data from the backup and reestablish references to shared data, helping avoid unnecessary duplication.
Career Highlights
Engle’s listed patent is associated with Oracle International Corporation. It focuses on data-management techniques for handling shared and distinct portions of cloned files during backup and restore.
Collaborations
Diane Lebel is identified as Engle’s coworker. The available information does not specify her role in the patent or the invention.
Conclusion
Thomas Engle’s patent describes a clone-aware approach to backup and restoration that uses references to shared data to reduce redundant storage.
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