Patents by Inventor Matt BenDaniel

Matt BenDaniel has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Automated system and method for processing of astronomical images
    Patent number: 7194146
    Abstract: This invention encompasses near-real-time processing of astronomical images for viewing on a computer. This image processing method is preferably integrated with the control of an astronomical observatory. The subject invention thus includes an Internet-based system that provides a virtual experience of an astronomical observatory. The subject invention preferably uses an unmanned astronomical observatory to observe galaxies, nebulae, stars, etc. The observatory produces color images suitable for viewing on a computer monitor. These images are delivered to users across the Internet using web browser-based software.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2007
    Assignee: Slooh, LLC
    Inventors: Matt BenDaniel, Michael Paolucci
  • Automated system and method for processing of astronomical images
    Publication number: 20060132608
    Abstract: This invention encompasses near-real-time processing of astronomical images for viewing on a computer. This image processing method is preferably integrated with the control of an astronomical observatory. The subject invention thus includes an Internet-based system that provides a virtual experience of an astronomical observatory. The subject invention preferably uses an unmanned astronomical observatory to observe galaxies, nebulae, stars, etc. The observatory produces color images suitable for viewing on a computer monitor. These images are delivered to users across the Internet using web browser-based software.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2004
    Publication date: June 22, 2006
    Inventors: Matt BenDaniel, Michael Paolucci