This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hewlett-Packard Company. Active years: 1998-2000.
Location History:
- Ft. Collins, CO (US) (1999)
- Fort Collins, CO (US) (1998 - 2000)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-2000
Title: Innovations by Daniel M. Olsen
Introduction
Daniel M. Olsen is a notable inventor based in Fort Collins, Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of graphics computing, holding a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and speed of graphics rendering through innovative methods.
Latest Patents
One of Olsen's latest patents is titled "System and method for accelerated occlusion culling." This invention involves an occlusion culling circuit that processes graphics primitives data, including pixel coordinates and color data. The circuit determines the visibility of incoming graphics primitives by comparing their z depth values with those of already rendered primitives. If no pixels are visible, the circuit clears the result register and moves on to the next primitive. This method significantly increases the speed and efficiency of graphics computers by bypassing intensive pixel-by-pixel processing for totally occluded primitives.
Another notable patent is the "Z buffer with degree of visibility test." This invention addresses the challenge of determining the visibility degree for bounding volumes. It involves sorting bounding volumes for testing and rendering them as polygons. A Bounding Volume Visibility (BVV) mode is enabled to temporarily suspend write operations to the frame buffer while counting total and visible pixels. The results from these counters assist in deciding whether to render the image polygons within the tested bounding volume. This innovative approach optimizes rendering decisions based on pixel visibility.
Career Highlights
Daniel M. Olsen is currently employed at Hewlett-Packard Company, where he continues to develop cutting-edge technologies in graphics computing. His work has had a profound impact on the efficiency of rendering processes in various applications.
Collaborations
Olsen has collaborated with several talented individuals, including Robert J. Casey and Noel D. Scott. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects and patents.
Conclusion
Daniel M. Olsen's contributions to graphics computing through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and efficiency. His work continues to influence the field, making significant strides in rendering technology.