Xin Yuan

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Integrated Circuit Design. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2007-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Xin Yuan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/xin-yuan-qsgutt8x

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 29.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 630(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Williston, VT (US) (2008 - 2011)
Essex Junction, VT (US) (2007 - 2013)
Roseville, CA (US) (2012 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

17 out of 166,409

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2007-2014

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Areas of Expertise:

Layout Optimization

VLSI Artwork Legalization

Technology Migration

Hierarchical Circuit Layout

Pin Mismatch

Triple Patterning Lithography

Integer Solution

Adaptive Weighting

2D Constraints

Sub-Circuit Modification

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8627247 - Systems and methods for fixing pin mismatch in layout migration (2014-01-07),

2. 8555229 - Parallel solving of layout optimization (2013-10-08),

3. 8484607 - Decomposing layout for triple patterning lithography (2013-07-09),

4. 8464189 - Technology migration for integrated circuits with radical design restrictions (2013-06-11),

5. 8302062 - Methods to obtain a feasible integer solution in a hierarchical circuit layout optimization (2012-10-30),

6. 8296706 - Handling two-dimensional constraints in integrated circuit layout (2012-10-23),

7. 7962879 - VLSI artwork legalization for hierarchical designs with multiple grid constraints (2011-06-14),

8. 7895562 - Adaptive weighting method for layout optimization with multiple priorities (2011-02-22),

9. 7761821 - Technology migration for integrated circuits with radical design restrictions (2010-07-20),

10. 7761818 - Obtaining a feasible integer solution in a hierarchical circuit layout optimization (2010-07-20),

11. 7735042 - Context aware sub-circuit layout modification (2010-06-08),

12. 7610565 - Technology migration for integrated circuits with radical design restrictions (2009-10-27),

13. 7568173 - Independent migration of hierarchical designs with methods of finding and fixing opens during migration (2009-07-28),

14. 7484197 - Minimum layout perturbation-based artwork legalization with grid constraints for hierarchical designs (2009-01-27),

15. 7437691 - VLSI artwork legalization for hierarchical designs with multiple grid constraints (2008-10-14),

Title: **Innovator Spotlight: Xin Yuan**

Introduction

Xin Yuan, an accomplished inventor based in Williston, Vermont, has made significant strides in the field of integrated circuit design. With a remarkable portfolio of 17 patents, she continues to contribute innovative solutions to complex problems in technology.

Latest Patents

Among her latest inventions are two notable patents that focus on optimizing integrated circuit layouts. The first, titled "Systems and methods for fixing pin mismatch in layout migration," details a method for addressing discrepancies in pin configurations when transitioning from one technology to another. This invention involves collecting information on pins from both a first and second library cell, constructing a pin-mapping table, and ensuring the modified layout meets the ground rules of the new technology.

The second patent, "Parallel solving of layout optimization," presents a method for enhancing integrated circuit layouts through a computer-implemented process. This approach involves obtaining hierarchical constraints, partitioning them, and creating a series of integer linear programming problems to arrive at an optimized layout by integrating solutions from different constraint groups.

Career Highlights

Xin Yuan is currently affiliated with International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where she leverages her expertise to drive technological enhancements in circuit design. Her innovations not only reflect her strong background in engineering but also her commitment to advancing the field of integrated circuits through practical and efficient solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Xin has collaborated with other talented professionals, including her coworkers Kevin W. McCullen and Robert F. Walker. Their teamwork underscores the importance of collaboration in fostering groundbreaking innovations within the tech industry.

Conclusion

Xin Yuan stands out as a leading inventor whose work is paving the way for future advancements in integrated circuit design. Her 17 patents represent not just individual achievements but also substantial contributions to technological progress, demonstrating the critical role of innovative minds in shaping the future of engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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