Location History:
- Hebbville, CA (2015)
- Middle Cornwall, CA (2015)
- Middle New Cornwall, CA (2022)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2015-2022
Title: Innovations by Trevor Donald Corkum
Introduction
Trevor Donald Corkum is an accomplished inventor based in Middle New Cornwall, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical transport networks, holding three patents that showcase his expertise and innovative spirit.
Latest Patents
One of Trevor's latest patents is titled "TCM control for physical layer on OTU ports." This invention provides systems and methods for Tandem Connection Monitor (TCM) control for the physical layer on Optical Transport Unit (OTU) ports. It enables the TCM status to directly control the client laser state, eliminating the need for protection engines and coordination between modules. The system includes receiving specific defects from interface circuitry and selectively disabling a laser in the modem based on these defects.
Another notable patent is "Optical transport network port protection systems and methods using flexible switch criteria." This invention offers linear protection in Optical Transport Networks (OTN), such as 1+1 Protection with Automatic Protection Switching (APS) and 1+1 Subnetwork Connection Protection (SNCP) Protection. The system allows users to provision a protection application on an OTN Port and select a switch criteria without considering the provisioning state of an Optical channel Data Unit level k (ODUk) entity.
Career Highlights
Trevor Corkum is currently employed at Ciena Corporation, a leading company in the telecommunications industry. His work focuses on developing advanced technologies that enhance the reliability and efficiency of optical networks.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Trevor has collaborated with talented individuals such as Trevor John Ibach and Larry Babineau. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of innovative solutions in the field.
Conclusion
Trevor Donald Corkum's contributions to optical transport networks through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence in technology. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future advancements.