This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala as part of a course for senior management and IP Officers in the Automobile Industry. It examines patent infringement analysis and freedom-to-operate considerations as they apply to the automotive sector under Indian patent law.
The presentation covers:
- Patent Infringement Basics;
- Freedom To Operate Analysis for Automotive Sector – Issues and Challenges;
- Literal Infringement and Doctrine of Equivalence in India;
- Claim Construction, Analysis and Element Mapping;
- All Elements Rule;
- Pith and Substance, Substantial Equivalence;
- Example of Jack Holder;
- Example of Flipable Seat;
- Indirect Patent Infringement in India – Contributory Infringement and Inducement;
- Patent Defenses;
- Government Use, Research Exemptions and Government Approval; and
- Relevant Cases.
With the help of cases, examples and multi-media, the presentation gives insights into various aspects of automobile patents, infringement and the Indian Patent Law.
The presentation
Disclaimer
This article is for general information and does not constitute legal advice. Readers should consult a qualified attorney before acting on any matter discussed here.