This post explores Alexander Graham Bell’s pioneering work leading to the telephone patent and the disputes with Elisha Gray. It highlights Bell’s inventive journey and the lasting impact of his contributions to communication technology.
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Pedaling the Mechanical Horse
This post examines a patented bicycle pedal extension designed to increase torque and cycling efficiency. It provides a detailed analysis of the invention’s mechanics and its legal significance in the evolution of bicycle technology.
Read more about Pedaling the Mechanical HorseCompulsory License for “Not working”
This post discusses the legal grounds for granting compulsory licenses when patented drugs are not locally worked in India, as revealed through recent Form 27 compliance issues. It analyses relevant sections of the Indian Patent Act and the implications for innovator pharmaceutical companies.
Read more about Compulsory License for “Not working”Man Tried To Patent Godly Powers!
Christopher Anthony Roller filed a US patent application for godly powers, seeking exclusive rights to their use and financial benefits. The USPTO rejected the claims on legal and technical grounds, leading to the application’s abandonment.
Read more about Man Tried To Patent Godly Powers!Biodiversity law requirement of NBA Approval for Indian herbal companies
This article reviews the necessity of NBA approval for Indian herbal companies under the Biodiversity Act, especially after the Divya Pharmacy judgement. It outlines the legal framework governing access, benefit sharing, and patent applications involving biological resources.
Read more about Biodiversity law requirement of NBA Approval for Indian herbal companiesFrom Dress Pin to Safety Pin
Inventive step or non-obviousness is essential for patentability and is illustrated here through the development of the Dress Pin and Safety Pin. This analysis objectively examines how improvements in such inventions meet the legal requirements for patent protection.
Read more about From Dress Pin to Safety PinEuropean Patent Office launches – Strategic Plan 2023, Interesting Inventions and more patent news
This bulletin provides a legal-analytical summary of patent news, including the European Patent Office Strategic Plan 2023 and Indian patent trends. It covers new inventions, industrial design statistics, and international updates relevant to patent law professionals.
Read more about European Patent Office launches – Strategic Plan 2023, Interesting Inventions and more patent newsThe Progress and Value of Patents in India
Patents in India have gained importance as drivers of innovation and business value over the past decade. The Indian patent system, while still evolving, has improved in efficiency and transparency, supporting both commercial and academic interests.
Read more about The Progress and Value of Patents in India3M settles patent infringement suit, IP5 launch AI taskforce, EPO online courses and more
The bulletin reports on 3M’s patent infringement settlement, Indian and international patent statistics, the IP5 AI taskforce, and EPO’s new online courses. Key industry developments and IP initiatives are also discussed.
Read more about 3M settles patent infringement suit, IP5 launch AI taskforce, EPO online courses and moreDraft Patent Rules 2019, India joins key WIPO treaties, Royal Enfield v. Flash Electronics and more
The bulletin examines the Draft Patent Rules 2019, India’s new WIPO treaty accessions, and key patent statistics. It highlights recent legal disputes and IP policy updates, providing a structured analysis of current trends in Indian intellectual property law.
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