St. Petersburg, FL, United States of America

Bill Flanery

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: University of South Florida. Active years: 2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Bill Flanery. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/bill-flanery

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2007

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Bill Flanery: Innovator in Portable Fluorometry

Introduction

Bill Flanery is an accomplished inventor based in St. Petersburg, FL (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of portable fluorometry, particularly with his innovative designs that enhance the capabilities of handheld devices. His work is characterized by a focus on low-cost and efficient technologies.

Latest Patents

Flanery holds a patent for a "Low thermal mass fluorometer." This invention provides core technologies necessary for a portable, low-cost, thermal-regulating LED-based handheld fluorometer. The regulated fluorometer is based on a low thermal mass infrared heater and an orthogonal geometry LED-based filter fluorometer. Power is supplied through an external power supply, and data is collected in real-time through standard serial interfaces of personal computers or personal digital assistants. Thermal regulation is automatically maintained using temperature sensor feedback control. Optical excitation relies on LED light source(s), and optical detection is through an adjustable integrating photodetector. Such a handheld system allows applications requiring temperature-sensitive photometric measurements for real-time analyte detection to be performed in the field.

Career Highlights

Flanery's career is marked by his dedication to advancing technology in the field of fluorometry. His innovative approach has led to the development of practical solutions that address the needs of researchers and field professionals alike. He is currently associated with the University of South Florida, where he continues to contribute to research and development.

Collaborations

Flanery has worked alongside notable colleagues, including Andrew Farmer and David P Fries. Their collaborative efforts have further enhanced the impact of his inventions and research initiatives.

Conclusion

Bill Flanery is a prominent figure in the realm of portable fluorometry, with a focus on creating accessible and efficient technologies. His contributions have the potential to significantly impact various fields that rely on precise photometric measurements.

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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