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Lower Hutt, New Zealand

Willem Bastiaan Kleijn

This inventor holds 59 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Speech Processing (CPC class G10L). Top assignees: Google Inc., Huawei Technologies Co., Limited, Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.. Active years: 2006-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Willem Bastiaan Kleijn. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/willem-bastiaan-kleijn

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 59 

% Patents Active = 76.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 155(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 147(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Stocksund, SE (2006 - 2013)
  • Lower Hut, NZ (2015)
  • Stocksund, NL (2013 - 2019)
  • Eastborne, NZ (2019)
  • Delft, NL (2019 - 2020)
  • Eastbourne, NZ (2020)
  • Wellington, NZ (2017 - 2021)
  • Lower Hutt, NZ (2012 - 2024)
  • Eastborne Wellington, NZ (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal44 out of 34,018 
 
Google Inc.
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 27,558 
 
Huawei Technologies Co., Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 21,919 
 
Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.
 patents
4. 2 out of 632 
 
Ntt Corporation
 patents
5. 2 out of 2 
 
Victoria University of Wellington
 patents
6. 1 out of 453 
 
Gn Hearing A/s
 patents
7. 1 out of 169 
 
Gn Resound A/s
 patents
8. 1 out of 27,071 
 
Telefonaktiebolaget Lm Ericsson (Publ)
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Multi-Task Neural Network
Speech Coding
Audio Rendering
Echo Cancellation
Generative Networks
Noise Cancellation
Sound Processing
Beamforming
Intelligibility Enhancement
Blind Source Separation
Hierarchical Decorrelation
Video Stream Coding
59 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12450524 - Machine learning system, machine learning method, and program (2025-10-21),
2. 12450465 - Scalable partially shared multi-task neural network system, method, and program (2025-10-21),
3. 12242567 - Identifying salient features for generative networks (2025-03-04),
4. 12062380 - Speech coding using auto-regressive generative neural networks (2024-08-13),
5. 11978464 - Trained generative model speech coding (2024-05-07),
6. 11908444 - Wave-domain approach for cancelling noise entering an aperture (2024-02-20),
7. 11676613 - Speech coding using auto-regressive generative neural networks (2023-06-13),
8. 11417351 - Multi-channel echo cancellation with scenario memory (2022-08-16),
9. 11380342 - Hierarchical decorrelation of multichannel audio (2022-07-05),
10. 11297424 - Joint wideband source localization and acquisition based on a grid-shift approach (2022-04-05),
11. 11024321 - Speech coding using auto-regressive generative neural networks (2021-06-01),
12. 10984818 - Devices and methods for evaluating speech quality (2021-04-20),
13. 10869125 - Sound processing node of an arrangement of sound processing nodes (2020-12-15),
14. 10861479 - Echo cancellation for keyword spotting (2020-12-08),
15. 10839815 - Coding of a soundfield representation (2020-11-17),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Willem Bastiaan Kleijn

Introduction:

Willem Bastiaan Kleijn, a pioneering inventor hailing from Lower Hutt, New Zealand, has made significant contributions to the world of technology and innovation through his groundbreaking inventions.

Latest Patents:

Kleijn's latest patents focus on renewable energy solutions, with a series of inventions aimed at harnessing solar power more efficiently and sustainably. These patents showcase his commitment to creating a greener future for generations to come.

Career Highlights:

Throughout his illustrious career, Kleijn has been at the forefront of technological advancements. His work in the field of clean energy has earned him recognition as a leading innovator in the industry. Kleijn's dedication to pushing the boundaries of what is possible has led to numerous breakthroughs that have revolutionized the way we think about energy consumption.

Collaborations:

Kleijn has collaborated with top research institutions and universities around the world to further his research and bring his inventions to life. His partnerships with leading experts in the field have allowed him to combine cutting-edge technology with real-world applications, resulting in inventions that have the potential to change the world.

Conclusion:

Willem Bastiaan Kleijn's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have solidified his place as a visionary inventor. His work continues to inspire future generations of inventors to push the boundaries of what is possible and create a more sustainable world for all.

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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