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Los Altos, CA, United States of America

Timothy L Hinrichs

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This inventor holds 56 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, primarily in API Authorization. Top assignees: Styra, Inc., Apple Inc., Vmware, Inc.. Active years: 2017-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Timothy L Hinrichs. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/timothy-l-hinrichs

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 56 

% Patents Active = 96.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 756(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 179(Dec 10, 2025)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal45 out of 45 
 
Styra, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 43,495 
 
Apple Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 5,593 
 
Vmware, Inc.
 patents
4. 3 out of 1,029 
 
Nicira, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2017-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
API Authorization
Policy Validation
Embedded Machines
Comprehension Indexing
Policy Execution
Microservice APIs
Policy Declarations
Graphical User Interface
Policy Simulation
Data Validation
API Calls
Local Controller
56 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12693839 - Graphical user interface and system for defining and maintaining code-based policies (2026-07-28),
2. 12645810 - Partial policy evaluation (2026-06-02),
3. 12498998 - Method and apparatus for enforcing policies for authorizing APIs (2025-12-16),
4. 12437057 - Portable policy execution using embedded machines (2025-10-07),
5. 12407647 - Local controller for local API authorization method and apparatus (2025-09-02),
6. 12405948 - Comprehension indexing feature (2025-09-02),
7. 12401694 - Method and system for modifying and validating API requests (2025-08-26),
8. 12386684 - System for authorizing API calls (2025-08-12),
9. 12353877 - Automated asymptotic analysis (2025-07-08),
10. 12307305 - Validating policies and data in API authorization system (2025-05-20),
11. 12299502 - Processing API calls by authenticating and authorizing API calls (2025-05-13),
12. 12287906 - Leveraging standard protocols to interface unmodified applications and services (2025-04-29),
13. 12170696 - Viewing aggregate policies for authorizing an API (2024-12-17),
14. 12135974 - Using custom templates to define new system types for instantiation (2024-11-05),
15. 12118102 - Partial policy evaluation (2024-10-15),

Title: The Innovations of Timothy L. Hinrichs

Introduction

Timothy L. Hinrichs is an accomplished inventor based in Los Altos, California, noted for his extensive contributions to the field of technology with a remarkable portfolio of 44 patents. His innovative work focuses primarily on application programming interfaces (APIs) and the creation of system templates, showcasing his commitment to enhancing accessibility and usability in software development.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Hinrichs has worked on methods for viewing aggregate policies for authorizing an API. This invention details a systematic approach to gain insights into the applicability of various policies which govern access to services via API calls by multiple users. The method involves the generation of an authorization policy that combines authentication and access rules to provide clear responses to user queries regarding service access.

Another significant patent of his is focused on using custom templates to define new system types for instantiation. This method allows developers to create custom system template packages by specifying properties in a manifest file, ultimately facilitating the creation of new system types that can be efficiently instantiated through an authorization service.

Career Highlights

Timothy has held significant roles in prominent companies, including Styra, Inc. and VMware, Inc. His work in these organizations has not only advanced his professional growth but has also contributed substantially to the development of innovative technologies that enhance enterprise software applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Hinrichs has collaborated with talented professionals such as Teemu Koponen and Torin Sandall. These partnerships have fueled innovation and creativity, further pushing the envelope on what is possible in software engineering and API management.

Conclusion

Timothy L. Hinrichs stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of technology innovation. His numerous patents and impactful contributions reflect a deep understanding of complex systems and a commitment to advancing the capabilities of software design and implementation. As he continues to innovate, his work is likely to inspire and pave the way for future advancements in the industry.

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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