Gaithersburg, MD, United States of America

Victor Liau

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignees: Hughes Network Systems, LLC, Hughes Electronics Corporation. Active years: 1998-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Victor Liau. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/victor-liau

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 10)

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 10)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 98(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Gaithersburg, MD (US) (1998 - 2024)
Germantown, MD (US) (2023 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

14 out of 797

Hughes Network Systems, LLC

patents

3 out of 1,334

Hughes Electronics Corporation

patents

Years Active: 1998-2026

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17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12745103 - Multibeam non-geosynchronous satellite communication without on-board waveform processing (2026-09-22),

2. 12739022 - Systems and methods for extending satellite coverage (2026-09-15),

3. 12469965 - Hybrid scanning antenna (2025-11-11),

4. 12407445 - Systems and methods for improving communication throughput (2025-09-02),

5. 12381581 - Using erasure coding on partial code block communication interruption (2025-08-05),

6. 11963059 - Non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) and geostationary orbit (GEO) hybrid network for uninterrupted communications (2024-04-16),

7. 11955990 - Communication throughput despite periodic blockages (2024-04-09),

8. 11947023 - Tracking Non-Geo Synchronous Orbit satellites on orbiting planes of regular motion patterns (2024-04-02),

9. 11831338 - Systems and methods for improving communication throughput (2023-11-28),

10. 11664924 - Efficient adaptive coding and modulation (2023-05-30),

11. 11601140 - Communication throughput despite periodic blockages (2023-03-07),

12. 11223372 - Communication throughput despite periodic blockages (2022-01-11),

13. 10104631 - Unique word (UW) based multiple access signal acquisition technique (2018-10-16),

14. 9924482 - Unique word (UW) based multiple access message processing (2018-03-20),

15. 5812951 - Wireless personal communication system (1998-09-22),

Title: Victor Liau: Innovating Satellite Communication Systems

Introduction

Victor Liau is an accomplished inventor based in Gaithersburg, MD, with an impressive portfolio of 12 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancing satellite communication technology, enhancing the way data is transmitted across different satellite systems.

Latest Patents

Among Victor's latest innovations is a groundbreaking patent for a hybrid network that integrates Non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) and geostationary orbit (GEO) systems for uninterrupted communications. This invention combines the advantages of both GEO and NGSO satellites, allowing for various operational modes like NGSO-GEO-NGSO handoffs and multi-transport operations. Additionally, he has developed methods to improve communication throughput despite periodic blockages. This method involves analyzing code blocks to identify corrupted portions, determining blockage durations, and adjusting communication parameters to enhance data transmission.

Career Highlights

Victor has had an influential career, working with prominent companies such as Hughes Network Systems and Hughes Electronics Corporation. His innovative contributions to satellite communications have been instrumental in the development of more robust and reliable communication infrastructures.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Victor has collaborated with notable professionals, including Lin-Nan Lee and Kalyan Ganesan. These partnerships have played a significant role in driving forward technological advancements in the field of satellite communication.

Conclusion

Victor Liau has established himself as a significant figure in the realm of satellite communications with his inventive spirit and dedication to innovation. His latest patents reflect a commitment to enhancing how we connect through advanced satellite systems. Victor's contributions will undoubtedly continue to shape the future of telecommunications technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.