Industrial Robots – Patent Newz Box
Patent applications filed in the field of self-driving vehicles in Europe rises
epo | Nov 06, 2018
A recently published study by the European Patent Office reveals that innovation in self-driving vehicles (SDV) is growing fast. The patent protection strategies in the area of self-driving vehicle technology more closely resemble those in the information and communication (ICT) sector than those in the traditional automotive industry.
IBM patents Blockchain System to create ‘Trust’ between AR Game Players, Real World Locations
cointelegraph | Nov 04, 2018
IBM has applied for a blockchain patent that deters augmented reality (AR) game players from intruding on undesirable locations. This patent deals with a blockchain-based method and system of interactions between an AR-running mobile device and locational database in order to set and maintain safe boundaries between AR objects and real-world physical locations.
BlackBerry and Nokia squash patent infringement lawsuit
crackberry | Nov 09, 2018
BlackBerry filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Nokia for infringing its 11 patents .. This includes Nokia’s networking gear, Flexi Multiradio base stations, radio network controllers, and Liquid Radio software. Now, the two have dropped the suit.
Apple wins patent for a future Apple Watch Band that allows FaceTime Calling
dazeinfo | Nov 14, 2018
Apple obtains patent for a special band for the Apple Watch with either one or two in-built cameras. These in-built cameras would help the Watches gain the feature of Selfies and FaceTime conferencing. The patent also describes a processor for capturing and processing images.
Connekt obtains patent for TV Commerce Technology
broadcastingcable | Nov 14, 2018
Connekt said it has been awarded a patent for technology that enables viewers to research and purchase items viewed on TV and video using remote controls and other devices. The technology is already in use by top consumer brands, TV networks and their agencies to allow consumers to interact with items shown in ads.
Google files patent for eye-tracking system that reads expressions for VR
venturebeat | Nov 10, 2018
Google files patent for eye-tracking system that reads expressions for VR. The patent relates to using an algorithm to scan a user’s expression in real-time and then translate that into a virtual expression on their avatar.
Tesla patent hints at 4-way split screen for apps and customized taskbar
teslarati | Nov 07, 2018
A recently published patent of Tesla relates to a user interface that allows drivers to launch and display up to four apps simultaneously in a four-way split screen arrangement. The patent also describes updates to the way users interact with Tesla’s graphical user interface.
UTA awarded patent for lubricant composition for universal grease for aircraft
uta | Nov 14, 2018
The University of Texas at Arlington has been awarded a patent for a lubricant composition that can be used as a universal grease for aircraft. The UTA researchers have used pre-milled mixtures of MoS2-based grease and sulfurized additives, which significantly improved the wear properties over a range of mechanical resistances.
