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Pleasanton, CA, United States of America

Michael J Petrillo

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Imaging. Top assignees: Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v., Adac Laboratories, Inc., Philips Electronics N.a. Corporation. Active years: 2000-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael J Petrillo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-j-petrillo

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 58.8


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 718(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Cleveland, OH (US) (2009)
  • Pleasanton, CA (US) (2000 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 21,919 
 
Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 55 
 
Adac Laboratories, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 21 
 
Philips Electronics N.a. Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2000-2013

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Areas of Expertise:
Nuclear Medicine
SPECT-CT
Flat Panel CT
Gamma Camera
Solid State Detector
Motion Artifact Correction
Calibration Method
Digital Imaging
Radiation Imaging
Detector Head
Pulse Integration
Image Acquisition
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8462911 - Nuclear medicine SPECT-CT machine with integrated asymmetric flat panel cone-beam CT and SPECT system (2013-06-11),
2. 8452381 - Gantry system (2013-05-28),
3. 8269176 - Detector head proximity sensing and collision avoidance apparatuses and methods (2012-09-18),
4. 7945012 - Computed tomography image acquisition (2011-05-17),
5. 7649178 - Solid state detector packaging technique (2010-01-19),
6. 7558439 - Motion artifact correction of tomographical images (2009-07-07),
7. 7518102 - Calibration method and apparatus for pixilated solid state detector (2009-04-14),
8. 7453066 - Method and apparatus to recover a dead pixel in digital imaging systems (2008-11-18),
9. 7030387 - Continuous moisture getter for solid state detector (2006-04-18),
10. 6403960 - Correction for spatial variations of deadtime of a monolithic scintillator based detector in a medical imaging system (2002-06-11),
11. 6376841 - Apparatus and method for summing threshold inputs in a coincidence event detector (2002-04-23),
12. 6327546 - Method and apparatus for independently calibrating event detectors (2001-12-04),
13. 6291825 - Method and apparatus for performing pulse pile-up corrections in a gamma camera system (2001-09-18),
14. 6198104 - Randoms correction using artificial trigger pulses in a gamma camera system (2001-03-06),
15. 6169285 - Radiation-based imaging system employing virtual light-responsive elements (2001-01-02),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Michael J. Petrillo

Introduction

Michael J. Petrillo is a prominent inventor based in Pleasanton, California, known for his significant contributions to the field of medical imaging. With a remarkable portfolio of 17 patents, he has made strides in developing advanced technologies that enhance diagnostic capabilities in nuclear medicine.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is the Nuclear Medicine SPECT-CT machine, which integrates an asymmetric flat panel cone-beam CT and SPECT system. This machine allows for simultaneous nuclear and CT scans, utilizing a cone-beam CT X-ray source and an offset flat panel X-ray detector. The design minimizes interference with the movement of nuclear detector heads, ensuring improved safety and image quality. Another notable patent is the gantry system, which is particularly suited for medical imaging. This apparatus features radiation-sensitive detectors that detect gamma radiation from radionuclide decays. The design allows for rotation and translation of the detectors, enabling them to orbit the examination region in a non-circular path.

Career Highlights

Michael has worked with several esteemed companies throughout his career, including Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.V. and Adac Laboratories, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in medical imaging technologies and innovation.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Michael has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Donald R. Wellnitz and Thomas E. Scharf. These collaborations have further enriched his work and contributed to the advancement of medical imaging technologies.

Conclusion

Michael J. Petrillo's innovative work in medical imaging has significantly impacted the field, particularly through his patents that enhance diagnostic capabilities. His contributions continue to shape the future of nuclear medicine and imaging technologies.

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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