Beijing, China

Zan Zhou

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2016-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Zan Zhou. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/zan-zhou

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 14.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.2

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2016-2022

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Inventor Zan Zhou

Introduction

Zan Zhou is a prominent inventor based in Beijing, China. He has made significant contributions to the field of database technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of distributed database systems.

Latest Patents

Zan Zhou's latest patents include innovative solutions such as a "Database upgrade in a distributed database cluster." This patent describes a method for selecting a database from multiple databases within a distributed cluster and predicting the sustainable serviceability of the database during an upgrade process. Another notable patent is the "Eigenvalue-based data query," which involves calculating eigenvalues of key components in a query statement to optimize execution plans for historical queries.

Career Highlights

Zan Zhou is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation, commonly known as IBM. His role at IBM allows him to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to advancements in database management systems.

Collaborations

Zan Zhou collaborates with talented coworkers, including Jing Jing Liu and Chen Wang. Their combined expertise fosters a creative environment that drives innovation in their projects.

Conclusion

Zan Zhou's contributions to database technology through his patents and work at IBM highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His innovative solutions continue to shape the future of data management.

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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