ChemImage Corporation announced today the receipt of its 100th U.S. patent, number 7,692,776 for a chemical imaging explosives optical sensor that detects explosive compounds.
Over the past 16 years, ChemImage has invested substantial resources in building a robust patent portfolio which includes patents for chemical imaging instrumentation, image analysis, threat detection, forensics tools, pharmaceutical analysis, particle sizing, and biomedical diagnostics.
"Issuance of our 100th patent represents a significant milestone in ChemImage's development," said Dr. Patrick Treado, ChemImage Founder and Chief Technology Officer. "As a technology company that is addressing critical measurement needs across a variety of industries, we have secured substantial protection of our intellectual property that will assist in fostering partnerships with market leaders worldwide."