Location History:
- Carlisle, MA (US) (2018)
- Eindhoven, NL (2020)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2018-2020
Title: Innovations of Robert L. Burnham
Introduction
Robert L. Burnham is a notable inventor based in Eindhoven, Netherlands. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical imaging and therapy, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative spirit and technical expertise.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is an ultrasound device for sonothrombolysis therapy. This medical imaging system is designed to provide cardiac sonothrombolysis therapy. Various embodiments of portable cardiac sonothrombolysis devices are disclosed, which may determine if one or more ultrasound probes have a proper view of the heart. If not, the device can steer the beam to a desired location. The ultrasound probes are configured for both imaging and cardiac sonothrombolysis therapy and can be operated hands-free. Additionally, the portable devices provide operating instructions to an operator through graphics, audio, and/or video.
Another significant patent is for quantified perfusion studies with ultrasonic thick slice imaging having a dual port memory. This ultrasonic diagnostic imaging system scans multiple planar slices in a volumetric region containing tissue perfused by a contrast agent. The slices are parallel to each other, and after detecting the image data, the slice data is combined to produce an elevationally combined slice image. This image is processed to yield qualitative or quantitative measures of perfusion, such as brightness levels, color perfusion parameters, or perfusion curves indicating the rate of perfusion.
Career Highlights
Robert L. Burnham is associated with Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.V., a leading company in health technology. His work at Philips has allowed him to contribute to advancements in medical imaging and therapy, enhancing patient care and treatment options.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Patrick G. Rafter and Karl E. Thiele, who have also contributed to the field of medical technology.
Conclusion
Robert L. Burnham's innovative work in ultrasound technology and medical imaging has made a significant impact on cardiac therapy. His patents reflect a commitment to improving healthcare through advanced technology.