Robby Robson

Patents and Standards

Discover Robby’s impactful contributions to global standards and patented innovations, spanning learning technologies, AI, and data interoperability. His work has shaped the frameworks and tools driving technological progress and education worldwide.

PATENTS (Granted and with Claims Allowed)

  1. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Copilot customization with data producer(s). US Patent 12367425. Published 2025-07-22.
  2. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Customization of machine learning tools with occupation training. US Patent 12367426. Published 2025-07-22.
  3. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Copilot Architecture:Network of Microservices Including Specialized Machine Learning Tools. US Patent 20250231960. Published 2025-07-17.
  4. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Automation for Workflow Emulation from Segments Of Recorded Work Sessions Using Microservice Network. US Patent 20250232219. Published 2025-07-17.
  5. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Copilot Customization with Data Producer(s). US Patent 20250232219. Published 2025-07-17.
  6. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Automation For Monitoring Interviews. US Patent 20250232240. Published 2025-07-17.
  7. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Automation For Workflow Emulation from Segments Of Recorded Work Sessions. US Patent 20250232239. Published 2025-07-17.
  8. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. Customization Of Machine Learning Tools with Occupation Training. US Patent 20250232220. Published 2025-07-17
  9. Kelsey, E., Nasir, S., Yarbro, J., Egerton, L., Robson, E., Kelly, B., Robson, R. & Ward, S. (2025) Copilot architecture and implementation as network of microservices including specialized machine learning tools. US Patent 12242503. Published 2025-03-04.
  10. Enzinger, E. and Robson, R. (2022) Real-time voice phishing detection. US11,423,926 B2. August 23, 2022.
  11. Kelsey, E., Goetschalckx, R., Ray, R., Veden, A., Robson, E., & Robson, R. (2020). Automated Tool for Question Generation. US 10,614,106 B2. April 7, 2020
  12. Robson, R. & Hald, M. (2012). Automated Metadata Generation of Learning and Knowledge Objects.  Patent US8140463. March 20, 2012

Contributions to Standards

  1. IEEE P3400 – Draft Standard for Use of Inclusive Language in Technical Terminology and Communications (Under review by the IEEE SA Standards Review Committee)
  2. INCITS 580 – Draft Standard for Inclusive Terminology (Public Review Completed)
  3. IEEE 3652.1-2020. Standard for Federated Machine Learning.
  4. IEEE 1589-2020. Using Augmented Reality to Create Learning Environments.
  5. ADL Initiative, Shareable Content Object Reference Model, v1.1, 1.2, and 2004
  6. IEEE 1484.20.1-2007. Data Model for Reusable Competency Definitions.
  7. IEEE 1484.4-2006 Trial Use Recommended Practice for Digital Rights Expression Languages (DRELs) Suitable for eLearning Technologies
  8. IEEE 1484.11.3-2005. Standard for Learning Technology Extensible Markup Language (XML) Schema Binding for Data Model for Content Object Communication.
  9. IEEE 1484.12.3-2005 – IEEE Standard for Extensible Markup Language (XML) Schema Definition Language Binding for Learning Object Metadata
  10. IEEE 1484.11.1-2004 Data Model for Content Object Communication.
  11. IEEE 1484.11.2-2003. IEEE Standard for Learning Technology — ECMAScript Application Programming Interface for Content to Runtime Services Communication
  12. Advanced Distributed Learning initiative. (October, 2003). Cross-Domain Scripting Issue.
    https://adlnet.gov/assets/uploads/ADL_CrossDomainScripting_1_0.pdf
  13. IEEE 1484.12.1-2002. IEEE Standard for Learning Object Metadata
  14. The IMS Global Learning Consortium, October 2002). IMS Reusable Definition of Competency or Educational Objective Best Practice and Implementation Guide, V 1.0
  15. Friesen, N., Mourad, M., Robson, R. (2002). Towards a Digital Rights Expression Language Standard for Learning Technology: A Report of the IEEE Learning Technology Standards Committee Digital Rights Expression Language Study Group.
  16. Smythe, C., Tansey, F. and Robson, R. (March, 2001). IMS Learner Information Package Best Practice and Implementation Guide, Version 1.0., The IMS Global Learning Consortium