Patents Assigned to MaxLinear, Inc.
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Patent number: 12689912Abstract: According to an aspect of an example, an access point (AP) may include a processing device and a transceiver. The processing device may be configured to detect an incumbent transmission from an incumbent device. The processing device may be configured to compute an angle of arrival between the AP and the incumbent transmission from the incumbent device. The processing device may be configured to generate an incumbent avoidance beam, wherein the incumbent avoidance beam is configured to transmit in one or more operating directions to facilitate avoidance of the incumbent device. The transceiver may be configured to transmit the incumbent avoidance beam.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2023Date of Patent: July 21, 2026Assignee: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Saju Palayur, Salvador Iranzo Molinero
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Publication number: 20260205140Abstract: A method includes obtaining, by a data transform accelerator, a first command and first source data associated with the first command. The method also includes generating, by the data transform accelerator, one or more containers using the first command. Each of the one or more containers may have a container size and may be operable to store compressed source data. The method further includes obtaining a mode of operation for a data compression operation. The method also includes performing the data compression operation to a first portion of the first source data using the mode of operation to obtain the compressed source data. The method further includes storing the compressed source data in a first container of the one or more containers.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2025Publication date: July 16, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Pinaki Shankar Chanda, Michael Ray Ham
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Patent number: 12683704Abstract: According to an aspect of an embodiment, an optical line terminal (OLT) configured for downstream transmission in a passive optical network (PON) may comprise a processing device and a transceiver. The processing device may be configured to: generate a first downstream signal for transmission on a first channel at a first signal level, and generate a second downstream signal for transmission on a second channel at a second signal level. The first signal level may be greater than the second signal level. The PMD transmitter may be configured to transmit a combined downstream signal comprising the first downstream signal and the second downstream signal. The first transmit power of the first downstream signal may be selected based on a comparison to a second transmit power of the second downstream signal to facilitate reception of the first downstream signal from the combined downstream signal at an optical network unit (ONU).Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2023Date of Patent: July 14, 2026Assignee: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Rainer Strobel, Vladimir Oksman
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Publication number: 20260189516Abstract: A device includes a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs), analog crossbars in communication with the DSPs, and a switch controller. The switch controller facilitates control signals using in-band signaling within payload traffic or out-of-band signaling over a dedicated management interface. The system supports dynamic traffic prioritization based on real-time metrics, such as latency and traffic load, ensuring efficient resource allocation and seamless operation during congestion or reconfiguration. Redundant crossbars and failover mechanisms enhance fault tolerance, while granular backpressure selectively throttles traffic flows to prevent bottlenecks. Integrated diagnostic tools monitor performance and optimize traffic flow, enabling high-speed and reliable communication.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2025Publication date: July 2, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260190003Abstract: Systems and methods for seamless network communication reconfiguration, comprising a device that includes physical media dependent (PMD) devices, incorporating a digital signal processor (DSP) configured to handle both in-band and out-of-band communication traffic, a plurality of primary analog crossbars connected to the DSPs for routing operational data, and a set of redundant analog crossbars configured to establish auxiliary communication channels. The system includes a controller operable to dynamically activate the auxiliary communication channels during reconfiguration events, enabling a make-before-break protocol by transitioning traffic from primary channels to auxiliary channels. The redundant crossbars support out-of-band signaling to coordinate transitions and maintain system integrity.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2025Publication date: July 2, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260186552Abstract: A device includes a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs) and analog crossbars in communication with the DSPs. The DSPs and crossbars dynamically adjust power consumption based on traffic load and/or a signal quality, leveraging traffic prediction models to optimize resource allocation. The system supports features such as powering down unused lanes, asymmetrically deactivating transmission or receiving lanes, and preemptively scaling resources during predicted traffic increases. Dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) optimizes power usage based on link utilization and traffic priority, minimizing latency impacts during transitions. The switch controller integrates traffic prioritization algorithms, including weighted round-robin (WRR), to allocate power and bandwidth efficiently to high-priority traffic flows. Redundant crossbars handle overflow traffic or failover scenarios, transitioning between standby and active states dynamically.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2025Publication date: July 2, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260178525Abstract: A device may include a die-to-die (D2D) interconnect. The D2D interconnect may receive first data at a first port and transmit second data from a second port. One or more of a voltage or a bias of the D2D interconnect may be dynamically adapted based on target link performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2025Publication date: June 25, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventor: Curtis Ling
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Publication number: 20260180952Abstract: A device may include a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs) and a plurality of analog crossbars connected to the DSPs. A microcontroller unit may be operable to facilitate network isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2025Publication date: June 25, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260180905Abstract: Technology for a device includes a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs) and a plurality of analog crossbars in communication with the DSPs. The DSPs dynamically adjust queues to optimize data flow based on traffic conditions, latency, and resource availability. Queues may include input queues, output queues, virtual output queues, or hybrid configurations, supporting techniques such as priority scheduling and time-division multiplexing (TDM). The DSPs facilitate flow control through granular backpressure signaling, managing congestion between DSPs and endpoints. Synchronization of queues during crossbar reconfiguration ensures seamless traffic flow and prevents data loss. Advanced mechanisms, such as dynamic queue depth adjustment and adaptive prioritization, enable efficient resource sharing while maintaining high throughput.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2025Publication date: June 25, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260180923Abstract: A device includes a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs) and analog crossbars in communication with the DSPs. The analog crossbars dynamically switch between multiple inputs and outputs and adjust configurations based on real-time feedback from the DSPs. The crossbars use amplification to enhance signal strength at input and output stages, ensuring signal integrity across long transmission paths or during multicasting and broadcasting operations. Real-time adaptive equalization optimizes performance in response to environmental changes or signal degradation. The crossbars facilitate system management traffic through out-of-band signaling and support failover with redundant paths to maintain communication during failures. Synchronization with DSPs or a switch controller is achieved through shared clock signals or IEEE 1588. These features enable efficient, high-speed data transmission while maintaining robust performance and reliability in dynamic network environments.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2025Publication date: June 25, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260180924Abstract: A device includes digital signal processors (DSPs) and analog crossbars in communication with the DSPs. The analog crossbars are operable to dynamically adjust equalization settings based on real-time feedback from DSPs, physical media-dependent (PMD) devices, or environmental sensors. Equalization adjustments optimize signal quality by compensating for traffic conditions, environmental changes, or signal degradation. The crossbars support predictive equalization using machine learning algorithms to preemptively adjust signal properties, ensuring performance across dynamic network environments. Diagnostics and logging capabilities monitor and refine equalization performance, while auxiliary in-band channels provide low-power pathways to reduce energy consumption. These features enable efficient, high-speed data transmission with enhanced reliability and adaptability in modern networking systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2025Publication date: June 25, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260169519Abstract: Technology for a device may include a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs); and a plurality of analog crossbars operable to be connected to the plurality of DSPs. The timing between the plurality of DSPs may be synchronized.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2025Publication date: June 18, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260169515Abstract: A digital signal processors (DSPs) and analog crossbars operatively connected to the DSPs includes a method for synchronization and distributed processing. The DSPs are configured to coordinate traffic among themselves, enabling efficient data flow and resource allocation. This coordination may involve synchronization, traffic management, and resource arbitration to optimize performance and minimize latency. The device facilitates seamless communication and supports dynamic reconfiguration, making it suitable for high-speed networking and scalable systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2025Publication date: June 18, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260172370Abstract: A device includes a plurality of digital signal processors (DSPs) and analog crossbars operable to connect with the DSPs. A switch controller facilitates control signaling between the DSPs and the crossbars, enabling dynamic coordination of traffic flow, resource allocation, and crossbar configurations. The device supports integrated in-band (IB) and out-of-band (OOB) communication, proactive monitoring of signal metrics for failover prediction, and synchronization techniques to minimize latency and ensure system coherence. The architecture further incorporates load balancing, fault tolerance, and distributed control mechanisms to optimize performance in high-speed network environments.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2025Publication date: June 18, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Curtis Ling, Masoud Koochakzadeh, Sheng Ye, John Andrew Guckenberger, Sridhar Ramesh
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Publication number: 20260172052Abstract: A multi-channel decoder circuit associated with a multi-channel decoder system is disclosed. The multi-channel decoder circuit comprises a distributed decoder circuit comprising a set of unit decoder circuits, each unit decoder circuit configured to receive one or more codewords of a plurality of codewords associated with a plurality of input channels, and decode the one or more codewords. The multi-channel decoder circuit further comprises a distribution controller circuit configured to distribute each incoming codeword of the one or more codewords to the respective unit decoder circuit of the set of unit decoder circuits within the distributed decoder circuit, based on determining a currently available unit decoder circuit within the set of unit decoder circuits.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2026Publication date: June 18, 2026Applicant: MAXLINEAR, INC.Inventors: Gert Schedelbeck, Stefan Uhlemann
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Patent number: 12659945Abstract: Example methods relate to avoiding beacon collisions between a repeater and a root AP, optimizing traffic flows based on buffers queued within hardware, and/or optimizing transmissions through a trigger-based mechanism. An example method includes determining loads on buffers within a repeater configured to communicate according to a DBVC protocol. The loads on the buffers correspond to data to be transmitted within upstream and downstream networks. The method includes determining whether to adjust a DBVC duty cycle of the repeater based on the loads. The DBVC duty cycle includes: an on channel duty cycle comprising a ratio of time on an on channel to total time on both the on and off channels; or an off channel duty cycle comprising a ratio of time on the off channel to total time on both the on and off channels. The method includes adjusting the DBVC duty cycle of the repeater.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2024Date of Patent: June 16, 2026Assignee: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Ying Lu, Richard Kinder
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Patent number: 12659217Abstract: A high-speed serial interface (HSIF) for communicating between an analog front end (AFE) and a radio via a bi-directional serial bit connection for an OFDM device.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2022Date of Patent: June 16, 2026Assignee: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventor: Shaul Shulman
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Patent number: 12652200Abstract: According to an aspect of an embodiment, a decision feedback equalizer (DFE) may be configured for noise suppression slicing. The DFE may be configured to receive, from a feedforward equalizer, an output signal having a received (Rx) symbol. The DFE may be configured to initialize noise suppression slicer (NSS) parameters including one or more initial NSS coefficients and one or more initial slicer deferred decision (SDD) threshold offsets. The DFE may be configured to determine one or more updated NSS coefficients. The DFE may be configured to determine one or more updated SDD threshold offsets. The DFE may be configured to update the NSS parameters of a processing register based on the one or more updated NSS coefficients and the one or more updated SDD threshold offsets.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2023Date of Patent: June 9, 2026Assignee: MAXLINEAR, INC.Inventors: Sridhar Ramesh, Ioannis Spyropoulos
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Publication number: 20260156065Abstract: A modem may include a processing device. The processing device may monitor, at the modem, a downstream spectrum for performance data. The processing device may determine, at the modem, when the performance data is greater than a threshold. The processing device may send, from the modem to a converged cable access platform (CCAP) core, the performance data when the performance data is greater than the threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2025Publication date: June 4, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Saju Palayur, Mark Rudek, Artur Borukhov, Ran Konforti, Noga Kaspi-Yanay
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Publication number: 20260156496Abstract: An access point (AP) may include a transceiver and a processing device. The processing device may be operable to obtain, from the transceiver, multiple received signal strength indicators (RSSIs) from multiple devices in an area. The processing device may also be operable to generate a mapping of wireless local area network (WLAN) performance across the area using the multiple RSSIs. The processing device may further be operable to generate a user instruction based on the mapping.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2025Publication date: June 4, 2026Applicant: MaxLinear, Inc.Inventors: Saju Palayur, Sanjay P. Bapat, Khan M. Muneer