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Eindhoven, Netherlands

Franciscus H Bergen

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: U.S. Philips Corporation. Active years: 1982-1997.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Franciscus H Bergen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/franciscus-h-bergen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 45(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Eindhoven, NL (1982 - 1996)
  • Best, NL (1997)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 14,087 
 
U.S. Philips Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1982-1997

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5627592 - Start code for signalling bits (1997-05-06),
2. 5587802 - Extended definition video signal converter for use with a video recorder (1996-12-24),
3. 5293248 - System and apparatus for recording and reproducing and extended (1994-03-08),
4. 5034826 - Device for reproducing a luminance signal from a magnetic record carrier (1991-07-23),
5. 4816780 - Modulator comprising a comb filter (1989-03-28),
6. 4510528 - Smear reduction for a television pickup (1985-04-09),
7. 4481540 - Television camera comprising a focusing arrangement (1984-11-06),
8. 4425577 - Television camera equipped with a color-separating arrangement disposed (1984-01-10),
9. 4319279 - Television imaging panel (1982-03-09),

Title: Innovations of Franciscus H Bergen

Introduction

Franciscus H Bergen is a notable inventor based in Eindhoven, Netherlands. He has made significant contributions to the field of video signal processing, holding a total of 9 patents. His work has had a considerable impact on the technology used in video recording and broadcasting.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Start code for signalling bits." This invention pertains to an extended television signal that includes signalling bits for conveying control information to an extended decoder. The start code's main lobe of spectral energy is designed to reside in the lower spectral area of a baseband television signal, specifically below 2 MHz, and preferably below 1.7 MHz. The start code is engineered to be (almost) DC-free, ensuring good aperiodic correlation properties and a predetermined minimum bit Hamming distance to the data bits that follow it.

Another significant patent is the "Extended definition video signal converter for use with a video recorder." This converter allows for the conversion of an extended definition (ED) video signal into a format suitable for recording by a video recorder. It also facilitates the conversion of signals read out by a video recorder back into an ED video signal. The converter includes a separation unit that processes the ED video signal and has multiple outputs for luminance and chrominance signals.

Career Highlights

Franciscus H Bergen has been associated with U.S. Philips Corporation, where he has contributed to various innovative projects. His expertise in video technology has positioned him as a key figure in the development of advanced video signal processing techniques.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Bergen has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Jan J Rotte and Stephanus J Nijssen. These collaborations have further enhanced the quality and impact of his inventions.

Conclusion

Franciscus H Bergen's contributions to video signal processing through his patents have significantly advanced the technology in this field. His work continues to influence the way video signals are processed and recorded, showcasing his importance as an inventor.

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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