This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: California Institute of Technology. Active years: 2003-2009.
Location History:
- Pasadena, CA (US) (2003 - 2006)
- San Francisco, CA (US) (2009)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003-2009
Title: Nathan Jacob Litke: Innovator in Surface Parameterization
Introduction
Nathan Jacob Litke is a prominent inventor based in Pasadena, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of surface parameterization, holding a total of 4 patents. His work focuses on optimizing the representation of three-dimensional surfaces, which has applications in various technological domains.
Latest Patents
One of Nathan's latest patents is titled "Method for constructing surface parameterizations." This invention provides a method, apparatus, and article of manufacture that enables the construction of an optimal parameterization for a discrete surface patch. The process involves selecting a three-dimensional image with a surface, constructing an initial parameterization onto a two-dimensional plane, and measuring the distortion of this initial parameterization. By specifying length, area, and angle parameters, the initial parameterization is optimized through discrete deformation to minimize distortion.
Another notable patent is "Object surface representation and related methods and systems." This method involves subdividing a representation of an object surface that comprises a tessellated mesh of polygons. The surface may be bounded by boundary curves, and the method allows for the subdivision of polygons into child polygons with refined vertex locations. This iterative process continues until the surface representation meets the required resolution for its intended application.
Career Highlights
Nathan Jacob Litke is affiliated with the California Institute of Technology, where he applies his expertise in surface parameterization. His innovative work has garnered attention in the field, contributing to advancements in how three-dimensional surfaces are represented and manipulated.
Collaborations
Nathan has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Adi Levin and Peter Schroeder. Their combined efforts have furthered research and development in the area of surface parameterization.
Conclusion
Nathan Jacob Litke is a distinguished inventor whose work in surface parameterization has led to multiple patents and significant advancements in the field. His contributions continue to influence the way three-dimensional surfaces are represented and optimized.