Patenting trends on vehicle to vehicle communication
GM’s latest patent hints at using Blockchain as Data Solution for Self-Driving Cars
itradeico | Dec 03, 2018
The latest patent application of General Motor relates to a process by which self-driving cars would be able to store all their data on a distributed ledger. This also states that any data stored can be easily shared among the blockchain users.
Amazon’s new patent makes smart doorbell to ensure security
futurism | Dec 02, 2018
A new patent application filed by Amazon describes a smart doorbell that would use a camera to monitor users’ neighborhoods using facial recognition technology. The doorbell also report suspicious activity to the authorities.
Tesla’s new patent aims to boost manufacturing through augmented reality
zdnet | Dec 12, 2018
A new patent filed by Tesla suggests that the company is investigating augmented reality (AR) as a means to boost efficiency and production in its factories. The patent filed with WIPO is described as an “augmented reality application for manufacturing.”
Court bans sale of several Apple iPhone models in China for violating Qualcomm patent
businesstoday | Dec 11, 2018
Chinese court has ordered a ban on the sale of several older Apple iPhone models in China for violating two patents of chipmaker Qualcomm. The case, brought by Qualcomm, is part of a global patents dispute between the two U.S. companies that includes dozens of lawsuits.
Facebook patents Hybrid Fresnel Lens that could make VR optics more clear
roadtovr | Dec 06, 2018
Facebook has obtained a patent for ‘Hybrid Fresnel Lens’ that could improve the clarity in VR optics. This patent relates to a lens that creates a larger surface area dedicated to a standard and a ring of standard Fresnel-style ridges near the periphery.
Apple patent application describes AirPower privacy feature, support for different wireless charging standards
9to5mac | Dec 09, 2018
A recently published patent application of Apple relates to a security feature of the AirPower wireless charging mat. The patent describes how a unique ID can be used to protect data transmitted between AirPower and the devices it is charging and more.
Lyft patent suggests Advanced Notification System for Autonomous Vehicles, Pedestrians
ibtimes | Dec 12, 2018
Lyft has been granted a patent that deals with an advanced notification system for its self-driving cars, so that they may be able to communicate with pedestrians. The system described in the patent detects people, objects and other vehicles in close proximity and presents a predefined message to notify or warn them of the autonomous vehicle’s activities.
Microsoft’s latest patent paves the way for Andromeda dual-screen mobile device
digitaltrends | Dec 13, 2018
Microsoft’s latest patent relates to a newly designed locking hinge mechanism that allows a clamshell style device to be popped open easily with a single hand. The hinge is used with computing devices, showcasing a hand-sized mobile device with dual screens.
