Keith E. Belk - Fort Collins CO Joseph Daryl Tatum - Fort Collins CO Gary C. Smith - Fort Collins CO Martin Goldberg - Chantilly VA Aaron M. Wyle - Fort Collins CO Robert C. Cannell - Loveland CO
International Classification:
G06K 900
US Classification:
382110
Abstract:
An image analysis (IA) system for scoring characteristics predictive of palatability and yield of a meat animal carcass or cut. The IA system uses an imaging device, a data processing unit for processing image data, and an output device for output of processed data to the user. Also disclosed is a method for using the IA system in predicting palatability, yield, or defect conditions of a meat animal carcass or cut. The results are identified with a particular piece of meat for further grading, sortation and processing.
National Beef
Vice President Research and Development
Mcdonald's Corporation Jun 2007 - Jul 2013
Supply Chain Product Director
Mcdonald's Corporation Jul 2001 - May 2007
Director of Quality
Conagra Beef Company Aug 2000 - Jul 2001
R and D Director
Research Management Systems Usa May 2000 - Jul 2000
Video Image Analysis Researcher
Education:
Colorado State University 1996 - 2000
Doctorates, Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy
Texas A&M University 1986 - 1988
Master of Science, Masters
California State University, Fresno 1982 - 1986
Bachelors
Skills:
Supply Chain Procurement Food Safety Food Food Industry Haccp Inventory Management Food Service Food Science Food Processing Ingredients Customer Service Management Income Statement Leadership Food Quality Retail Cross Functional Team Leadership Team Leadership Food Manufacturing Purchasing Sanitation Supply Chain Management Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Food and Beverage