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Northrop Grumman Patent Portfolio

40 US patents · Average 26 claims per patent

D
Patent Strength
38/100
40
Total Patents
26
Avg Claims
2
Expiring in 2 Years
3
Expiring in 5 Years

Technology Focus Areas

Computing & Data ProcessingG06
40 patents
TelecommunicationsH04
40 patents

Patent Details

Patent #TitleGrantedExpiresClaimsStatus
10004422Computer-implemented method for improved 5G optimizationDec 24, 2020Feb 7, 20382711.8y left
10004423Method for modular machine learning inference using quantumNov 12, 2005Nov 10, 202137Expired
10004424Computer-implemented method for efficient photonic optimizationMar 14, 2016Oct 12, 2034118.5y left
10004425Apparatus for high-performance data encoding in nano-scale systemsOct 1, 2025Apr 24, 2043917.0y left
10004426Method for distributed channel estimation in lidar communicationsJul 24, 2018Apr 25, 2035459.0y left
10004427System for improved signal transmission in blockchain networksJun 3, 2017Feb 14, 2035298.9y left
10004428System for multi-layer neural network processing with edgeMar 20, 2019Oct 24, 20371111.5y left
10004429Method for scalable machine learning inference using digitalMay 27, 2027Feb 3, 2043516.8y left
10004430System for configurable signal transmission in lidar networksFeb 24, 2022Jan 8, 20391912.8y left
10004431Method for high-performance machine learning inference using analogMar 22, 2019Sep 23, 20374311.5y left
10004432System and method for improved data processing using 5GMar 26, 2022Jul 21, 2039813.3y left
10004433Apparatus for autonomous computational operations in quantum environmentsApr 8, 2027Feb 21, 20433316.9y left
10004434Method for autonomous channel estimation in quantum communicationsSep 15, 2018Feb 18, 203588.9y left
10004435Apparatus for distributed computational operations in MEMS environmentsJun 18, 2026May 7, 20422316.1y left
10004436Method for autonomous wireless communication using RFDec 28, 2026Jun 10, 20433517.2y left
10004437Method for modular wireless communication using digitalMar 18, 2023Sep 1, 20412215.4y left
10004438Method for advanced machine learning inference using AI-drivenJul 14, 2015Dec 27, 203165.7y left
10004439System and method for integrated data processing using blockchainOct 3, 2003Feb 26, 202019Expired
10004440System for distributed signal transmission in AI-driven networksMay 14, 2005Dec 3, 202141Expired
10004441Apparatus for distributed data encoding in blockchain systemsApr 17, 2027Dec 9, 20444118.7y left
10004442Apparatus for autonomous data encoding in digital systemsApr 8, 2025Apr 28, 20424216.1y left
10004443System for adaptive signal transmission in AI-driven networksFeb 20, 2021Jan 19, 20372110.8y left
10004444Method for configurable channel estimation in 5G communicationsJul 23, 2004Nov 28, 202017Expired
10004445System for distributed neural network processing with digitalJan 26, 2011Aug 19, 2028262.4y left
10004446Apparatus for distributed data encoding in analog systemsFeb 6, 2005Nov 20, 202234Expired
10004447Method for modular wireless communication using 5GJun 28, 2027Nov 20, 20433617.6y left
10004448Apparatus for configurable computational operations in nano-scale environmentsAug 12, 2019Aug 10, 2035479.3y left
10004449Method for optimized machine learning inference using nano-scaleApr 19, 2012Feb 15, 2028161.9y left
10004450Apparatus for efficient data encoding in 5G systemsNov 3, 2006May 16, 202412Expired
10004451Computer-implemented method for advanced quantum optimizationJun 2, 2008Feb 8, 202429Expired
10004452System and method for adaptive data processing using RFOct 17, 2025Jun 5, 20422016.2y left
10004453System and method for advanced data processing using RFJul 7, 2009Sep 7, 202537Expired
10004454System for improved neural network processing with neuralDec 1, 2019Mar 12, 2035198.9y left
10004455Method for configurable machine learning inference using CMOSOct 2, 2018Apr 19, 20363310.0y left
10004456Apparatus for improved computational operations in blockchain environmentsJul 19, 2019Aug 16, 20363510.4y left
10004457Method for optimized channel estimation in AI-driven communicationsAug 19, 2005Oct 1, 202337Expired
10004458Method for modular wireless communication using photonicJun 13, 2024Aug 28, 20401314.4y left
10004459System for optimized neural network processing with RFOct 19, 2010Mar 19, 2027460.9y left
10004460System and method for low-latency data processing using nano-scaleJan 3, 2004Jul 26, 202216Expired
10004461Computer-implemented method for improved digital optimizationMay 25, 2003Nov 18, 202140Expired

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Frequently Asked Questions

Northrop Grumman holds 40 US patents with an average of 26 claims per patent. The portfolio has a Patent Strength Score of 38/100 (Grade D).

Northrop Grumman has 2 patents expiring within 2 years and 3 patents expiring within 5 years. These expirations may create opportunities for competitors and generic entrants.

Northrop Grumman's key technology focus areas include Computing & Data Processing, Telecommunications. The portfolio spans 2 distinct technology classifications (CPC codes).

The Patent Strength Score (0-100, A-F) benchmarks a company's patent portfolio quality based on portfolio size (30%), claims breadth (25%), time remaining to expiration (25%), and portfolio diversity across technology areas (20%).

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