Patent analytics
This search reviews prior art, including patents and non-patent literature, to assess
whether an invention is new and has not been disclosed previously. It helps inventors avoid filing for
something that’s already in the public domain.
This search is performed to ensure that a company can market its product without the
risk of infringing on active patents in specific jurisdictions. It focuses on claims of active patents
rather than expired ones.
This search is conducted to find prior art that the patent office did not consider
during the examination process. It is useful when challenging a competitor’s patent or defending
against an infringement lawsuit.
This search helps researchers or companies stay updated on the latest developments in
a technological area. It includes patents and non-patent literature to map the current state of
innovation in the industry.
This search identifies the overall patent landscape in a given field, showing who the key
players are and where there might be opportunities for innovation. It’s often used for strategic
planning and R&D investment.
Similar to FTO, this search specifically aims to find patents that may be infringed by a
particular product or process, providing a risk assessment for potential legal challenges.
This service helps companies stay informed about new patents filed by competitors or
in their industry, allowing them to react to potential threats or opportunities early on.
This search is conducted to locate prior art or other information that could be used to
oppose a patent application during its prosecution, typically by a third party in jurisdictions that
allow opposition
This search focuses on design patents, which protect the appearance of a product, to
ensure a proposed design is new and non-infringing.