Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2016
Title: Walter Martin Steverson: Innovator in Network Element Technology
Introduction
Walter Martin Steverson is an accomplished inventor based in Madison, AL (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of network technology, particularly in the management of software queues within network elements. His innovative approach has led to the development of a patent that addresses critical issues in data transmission.
Latest Patents
Walter holds a patent for "Systems and methods for reducing contention for a software queue in a network element." This invention involves a network element that includes at least one receiver, a software queue, and at least one transmitter. The data path thread is responsible for moving data packets from the receive queue of the receiver to the software queue. Additionally, a transmit driver transfers data packets from the software queue to the transmit queue of the transmitter. The invention features a flow indicator that indicates when at least one data packet remains in the software queue. A queue management thread polls this flow indicator to determine when the software queue should be accessed, ensuring that data packets do not remain in the software queue for extended periods between data bursts. Walter has 1 patent to his name.
Career Highlights
Walter is currently employed at Adtran GmbH, where he continues to innovate and contribute to advancements in network technology. His work focuses on improving the efficiency and reliability of data transmission systems.
Collaborations
Walter has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Coleman D. Bagwell and Brent Christopher Priddy. Their combined expertise has fostered a productive environment for innovation and development.
Conclusion
Walter Martin Steverson is a key figure in the realm of network technology, with a patent that enhances the management of software queues in network elements. His contributions are vital for the ongoing evolution of data transmission systems.