Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1982-1984
Title: Innovations of Norton W. Bell
Introduction
Norton W. Bell is a notable inventor based in Palo Alto, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of measurement technology, particularly through his work with spectrophotometers. With a total of 2 patents, Bell's innovations have advanced the accuracy and efficiency of measurement processes.
Latest Patents
Norton W. Bell's latest patents include a method of performing measurements and error analysis of the measurements. This invention discloses an instrument that performs measurements and calculates the average and variance of these measurements. The specific instrument illustrating this invention is a spectrophotometer, which measures sets of dark, reference, and sample spectra to calculate an average absorbance spectrum and its variance. The measurements are performed in a specific order that enables the cancellation of measurement variation due to instrument response variability. The order of measurements is determined by measurement subroutines that can be aggregated to produce a series of measurements over a user-selected period of integration time.
Another patent by Bell is an apparatus for performing measurements and error analysis, which shares similar functionalities and objectives as his previous invention. This further emphasizes his commitment to enhancing measurement accuracy and reliability.
Career Highlights
Norton W. Bell has had a distinguished career at Hewlett-Packard Company, where he has applied his expertise in measurement technology. His work has not only contributed to the company's innovations but has also set a standard in the industry for precision measurement instruments.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Bell has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Barry G. Willis and Arthur Schleifer. These collaborations have fostered an environment of innovation and have led to the development of advanced measurement technologies.
Conclusion
Norton W. Bell's contributions to measurement technology through his patents and work at Hewlett-Packard Company highlight his role as a significant inventor in the field. His innovations continue to impact the accuracy and efficiency of measurement processes in various applications.