Caterpillar Patents Next Generation IC Engines
Caterpillar has patented a dual fuel internal combustion engine aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in heavy duty vehicles. The post examines the technical features, operational…
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USPTO’s Novel Initiative – EQPI
The USPTO has introduced initiatives under the Enhanced Patent Quality Initiative to enhance patent prosecution clarity and consistency. These programmes are designed to improve transparency, ensure fair treatment…
US-ITC versus Clear
The Federal Circuit clarified that the US ITC lacks jurisdiction over digital data imports in patent cases, restricting its authority to material articles only. This decision impacts how…
Infringement Analysis of SEPs
The post analyses the infringement of standard essential patents, highlighting the role of claim charting and essentiality assessment. It provides a legal perspective on SEP infringement in Indian…
Patent trolls – Lesson No. 1
The article examines patent trolls and their impact on the patent landscape in the US and India. It analyses the difference in litigation practices and the effect of…
Social Media and IP (Part VIII): Select Patent Cases
This post discusses key patent litigations involving Facebook, Yahoo, and Rembrandt in the social media domain. It provides an objective analysis of legal claims, settlements, and judicial decisions…
Cooking up IP in the Food & Beverage Industry
Intellectual property is essential for success in India's food and beverage industry. Trademarks, design, copyright, trade secrets, and patents each play a key role in protecting brand value…
New Patent Fee Schedule proposed by USPTO
The USPTO proposes a revised patent fee schedule under the America Invents Act. Key changes include adjustments to filing, RCE, and appeal fees, with objectives to improve cost…
House of Mouse Lands in Legal Trouble
InCom Corp has accused Disney of infringing its RFID attendance tracking patents through the Magic Band system at its theme parks. The legal dispute raises significant questions about…
‘DEMAND’ only if you want to
Filing a PCT Demand is an optional step enabling applicants to address objections raised by the International Search Authority. It can lead to a more favourable preliminary patentability…