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Cisco Technology, Inc.

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7 out of 164,108

International Business Machines Corporation

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Years Active: 2000-2018

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16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward Citations

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1. 10158567 - PBB-EVPN customer MAC synchronization among all-active multi-homing PEs (2018-12-18),

2. 10033636 - Ethernet segment aware MAC address learning (2018-07-24),

3. 7672323 - Dynamic and intelligent buffer management for SAN extension (2010-03-02),

4. 7653526 - Method and system for emulating an ethernet link over a sonet path (2010-01-26),

5. 7653066 - Method and apparatus for guaranteed in-order delivery for FICON over SONET/SDH transport (2010-01-26),

6. 7568026 - Method and system for efficient link recovery for fibre channel over SONET/SDH transport path (2009-07-28),

7. 7565442 - Method and system for supporting distance extension in networks having Y-cable protection (2009-07-21),

8. 7515593 - Method and system for efficient flow control for client data frames over GFP across a SONET/SDH transport path (2009-04-07),

9. 7403532 - Method and apparatus for hardware forwarding of LAN frames over ATM networks (2008-07-22),

10. 7020814 - Method and system for emulating a Fiber Channel link over a SONET/SDH path (2006-03-28),

11. 6970468 - Method and apparatus for hardware forwarding of LAN frames over ATM networks (2005-11-29),

12. 6944164 - Method and apparatus for hardware forwarding of LAN frames over ATM networks (2005-09-13),

13. 6272134 - Multicast frame support in hardware routing assist (2001-08-07),

14. 6144668 - Simultaneous cut through and store-and-forward frame support in a (2000-11-07),

15. 6064674 - Method and apparatus for hardware forwarding of LAN frames over ATM (2000-05-16),

Title: Thomas Eric Ryle: Innovator in Ethernet Technology

Introduction

Thomas Eric Ryle is a prominent inventor based in Raleigh, NC (US), known for his significant contributions to Ethernet technology. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Ryle has made a lasting impact in the field of media access control (MAC) address learning.

Latest Patents

Ryle's latest patents include innovative methods for enhancing MAC address learning in Ethernet networks. One of his notable patents, titled "PBB-EVPN customer MAC synchronization among all-active multi-homing PEs," discloses a method for assisting MAC address learning. This method involves receiving a data packet from a core network, identifying the Ethernet Segment (ES) from which the packet originated, and determining whether the first provider edge (PE) device has learned the first MAC address. Upon a positive determination, the PE device sends an announcement message to the core network, identifying the first MAC address. Another significant patent is "Ethernet segment aware MAC address learning," which describes a computer-implemented method for assisting ES-aware MAC address learning. This method includes receiving a data packet from a core network, determining whether the PE device has an Ethernet connection in the identified ES, and associating the source MAC address of the data packet to a bridge port at the PE device.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Ryle has worked with leading technology companies, including Cisco Technology, Inc. and IBM. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in Ethernet technology.

Collaborations

Ryle has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Douglas Ray Henderson and Edward Hau-chun Ku. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of Ethernet technology and the development of new solutions.

Conclusion

Thomas Eric Ryle's contributions to Ethernet technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His work continues to shape the future of media access control and networking solutions.

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