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Sunnyvale, CA, United States of America

Thor Lewis

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Vehicle Display Interfaces. Top assignees: Toyota Research Institute, Inc., Woven Alpha, Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2019-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thor Lewis. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thor-lewis-w273ew6q

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 

% Patents Active = 84.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 413(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Los Altos, CA (US) (2020 - 2021)
  • Sunnyvale, CA (US) (2019 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal23 out of 879 
 
Toyota Research Institute, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
Woven Alpha, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 38,970 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2019-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Graphical User Interface
Vehicle Display
Animated GUI
Heads-Up Display
Driver Gaze Redirection
In-Vehicle Display
Personalized Representation
Object Detection
Mobile Display
Instrument Panel
Vehicle Software Development
Visual Representations
26 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D1151627 - Display screen or portion thereof with an animated graphical user interface (2026-10-06),
2. D1088022 - Display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2025-08-12),
3. 11662985 - Vehicle developer systems, methods and devices (2023-05-30),
4. 11645050 - Vehicle software developer systems, methods and devices for vehicle software development (2023-05-09),
5. D983812 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with graphical user interface (2023-04-18),
6. 11608086 - Display device of vehicle (2023-03-21),
7. D974402 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2023-01-03),
8. D974388 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2023-01-03),
9. D973709 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2022-12-27),
10. D973708 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2022-12-27),
11. D973698 - Vehicle display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2022-12-27),
12. D971252 - Display screen or portion thereof with an animated graphical user interface (2022-11-29),
13. D939544 - Instrument panel display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2021-12-28),
14. 11048393 - Personalized visual representations of an artificially intelligent agent (2021-06-29),
15. D901522 - Vehicle heads-up display screen or portion thereof with a graphical user interface (2020-11-10),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Thor Lewis: Pioneering Vehicle Development Technologies

Introduction

Thor Lewis, based in Sunnyvale, California, is a distinguished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 24 patents. His expertise largely focuses on advancing vehicle development technologies through innovative systems, methods, and devices that play a crucial role in modern automotive engineering.

Latest Patents

Thor's latest contributions include groundbreaking patents such as "Vehicle Developer Systems, Methods and Devices" and "Vehicle Software Developer Systems, Methods and Devices." In his vehicle developer device patent, he details a management computing device that integrates multiple electronic control units and peripheral devices. This invention allows for the simulation of a full-scale vehicle's operation while being more compact than the actual vehicle itself. Moreover, his vehicle software developer device streamlines the process of software development for electronic control units, ensuring efficient compilation and operation of software instructions across various automotive applications.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Thor has significantly influenced the automotive industry by working with renowned companies like the Toyota Research Institute and Woven Alpha. His work at these institutions has facilitated the development of innovative technologies aimed at improving vehicle efficiency and enhancing the driving experience.

Collaborations

Thor Lewis has had the opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals in the field, notably Ashlimarie Dong and James Cazzoli. These collaborations have allowed him to combine expertise and generate innovative solutions for complex challenges in vehicle development.

Conclusion

With a remarkable array of patents and extensive experience in the automotive industry, Thor Lewis continues to push the boundaries of vehicle development technology. His innovative contributions and collaborative spirit ensure that he remains a pivotal figure in the evolution of the automotive landscape.

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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