This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Active years: 2023.
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Years Active: 2023
Title: Innovations of Ethan Phelps in Lidar Technology
Introduction
Ethan Phelps is an accomplished inventor based in Arlington, MA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of lidar technology, particularly in addressing challenges related to angular jitter in space-based ground-imaging systems. His innovative approach has the potential to enhance the accuracy and reliability of lidar data.
Latest Patents
Ethan Phelps holds a patent for a "Data-driven angular jitter estimator for lidar." This invention addresses the issue of imperfect pointing knowledge caused by angular jitter, which can blur 3D lidar data. The patent outlines a method for estimating the 2-axis jitter time series from lidar data while simultaneously modeling the ground surface as nuisance parameters. By employing Expectation Maximization, the invention separates signal and background detections, maximizing the joint posterior probability density of the jitter and surface states. The estimated jitter can significantly reduce the blurring effect, achieving results comparable to the optical diffraction limit.
Career Highlights
Ethan Phelps is affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he continues to work on cutting-edge research in lidar technology. His expertise in this area has positioned him as a key figure in advancing the capabilities of space-based imaging systems.
Collaborations
Ethan has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Charles Primmerman and Eric R Statz. Their combined efforts contribute to the innovative research and development in the field of lidar technology.
Conclusion
Ethan Phelps is a pioneering inventor whose work in lidar technology is making significant strides in improving data accuracy and reliability. His contributions are essential for the future of space-based ground-imaging systems.