Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2010-2022
Title: The Innovations of Robert Bilhorn
Introduction
Robert Bilhorn is a prominent inventor based in San Diego, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of transmission electron microscopy and high-dynamic-range imaging. With a total of 5 patents, Bilhorn's work has advanced the understanding and application of elemental composition analysis in biological matter.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "System, apparatus, and method for determining elemental composition using 4D STEM." This invention relates to transmission electron microscopy for evaluating biological matter. It includes an apparatus designed to determine the structure and elemental composition of a sample using 4D STEM. The apparatus features a direct bombardment detector with global shutter readout and processing circuitry that acquires images of bright-field disks. It corrects distortions, aligns images, calculates radial profiles, and determines elemental composition based on the characteristics of the edge profile of the bright-field disk.
Another notable patent is "Apparatus and method for high dynamic range counting by pixelated detectors." This invention involves generating a hybrid image through high-dynamic-range counting. The apparatus includes processing circuitry that acquires images from a pixelated detector and generates low-flux and high-flux images based on a sparsity map. It performs event analysis and merges the two images to create a hybrid image.
Career Highlights
Bilhorn has worked with notable organizations such as Direct Electron and the University of California. His experience in these institutions has allowed him to collaborate on various innovative projects that push the boundaries of imaging technology.
Collaborations
Some of his coworkers include Benjamin Bammes and Liang Jin. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the advancements in the technologies Bilhorn has developed.
Conclusion
Robert Bilhorn's innovative work in the field of microscopy and imaging has led to significant advancements in understanding elemental composition. His contributions continue to influence research and technology in various scientific fields.