This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Alterface S.a., Hewlett-Packard Company. Active years: 2001-2012.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2001-2012
Title: Innovations of Xavier Marichal
Introduction
Xavier Marichal is an accomplished inventor based in Court-Saint-Etienne, Belgium. He has made significant contributions to the field of multimedia applications and image processing. With a total of 2 patents, his work showcases a blend of creativity and technical expertise.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is an interactive multimedia applications device. This device includes one or more live media capture devices that provide a media stream. It features an engine with a real-time media processing module for processing the media stream and rendering means connected to multimedia output devices. Additionally, the device comprises a virtual scenario description repository for storing various scenarios expressed in a scenario programming language, a memory module for storing internal representations of scenarios and virtual scenes, and a parser/loader for managing the scenarios.
Another notable patent involves an image processing system designed to automatically extract image frames suitable for printing and visual presentation from compressed image data. This system includes a face detector that identifies whether an image frame contains a face. It also features a blur detector that assesses the blur indicator value of the image frame. If the blur indicator value is below a predetermined threshold, the image frame is deemed suitable for printing or visual presentation. Furthermore, the system may include a motion analyzer and a face tracker to enhance its functionality.
Career Highlights
Xavier Marichal has worked with prominent companies such as Hewlett-Packard Company and Alterface S.A. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his innovative approach to technology and invention.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Xavier has collaborated with talented individuals, including Hong Jiang Zhang and David Ergo. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.
Conclusion
Xavier Marichal's contributions to multimedia applications and image processing highlight his innovative spirit and technical prowess. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving user experiences.