This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.. Active years: 2018.
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Years Active: 2018
Title: Kevin C. Cole: Innovator in Range Estimation and Focal Plane Array Technologies
Introduction
Kevin C. Cole is a notable inventor based in Nashua, NH (US), recognized for his contributions to technology with a focus on range estimation and focal plane arrays. He holds a total of 3 patents, showcasing his innovative spirit and technical expertise in these fields.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is a method for providing range estimations. This invention involves a mechanism for range estimation mapping that includes the creation of a world map on an azimuth/elevation (AZ/EL) grid. It relates the grid to an earth-fixed north, east, and down (NED) coordinate system through an address table. Each pixel in each frame is associated, by a programmable device, with an entry from the address table to determine a range. The associations can be repeated for each frame while an updated world map and address table are generated. Once the updated address table is complete, the process can begin anew using the updated data.
Another significant patent by Cole is focused on scene-based non-uniformity correction in focal plane arrays. This invention includes methods and systems for correcting non-uniformity in focal plane arrays by averaging pixel intensity values from multiple data captures to generate an image. It also involves spatially median filtering the image to create a median filtered image, temporally stacking the median filtered image with previously median filtered images, and applying temporally median filtering to a pixel offset value stack corresponding to filtered pixel locations within the median filtered image stack to generate a process dataset.
Career Highlights
Kevin C. Cole is currently employed at BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in his field. His work has significantly impacted the technology landscape, particularly in the areas of range estimation and image processing.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Cole has collaborated with talented individuals such as Michael N. Mercier and Joseph M. Schlupf, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
Conclusion
Kevin C. Cole stands out as a prominent inventor with a focus on advancing technologies related to range estimation and focal plane arrays. His patents reflect his commitment to innovation and his contributions to the field will continue to influence future developments.
