Drone Patenting trends – April 1 to 15

Here is the handpicked patent news from various sources. Picture speaks a lot about the patenting trends in Drones for the first fortnight of April. Subscribe Patent Newz Box to get the latest patent news directly into your inbox.

Amazon patent describes stealthy delivery drones

slashgear

The latest patent of Amazon describes an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) which could switch into a stealthy, quiet-running mode. The patent describes that when the UAV roamed into an area where noise levels needed to be cut such as the delivery location, the balloon can be inflated.

LG patents a transparent foldable phone

theverge

LG has obtained a patent for a foldable phone with transparent display. The patent describes a device in which one half is with an adjustable transparency and the other half has some transparent portion and an opaque section to accommodate its battery.

Facebook’s latest patent uses image recognition to scan your personal photos for brands

fastcompany

Facebook has obtained a patent that uses image recognition to scan your personal photos for brands. The technology involved in this patent allows the social network to scan through your photos, see what products you like and then send that data to advertisers in the hopes of selling you more of the product.

Honda NeoWing trike concept patents reveal multiple engine layout option

moneycontrol

Honda Neowing has obtained a patent for a three-wheeled motorcycle. The patent relates to a bike that will be a reverse-trike such as two wheels at the front and one at the back, just like the Niken, but it will be much wider.

IBM patents Blockchain implementation to manage data for autonomous vehicles

cointelegraph

IBM has patented a system in which the blockchain is implemented to manage data and interactions for self-driving vehicles. The patent states various parameters that can be used to assess nearby drivers’ behavior, using a wide array of sensor technologies and optimize risk assessment based on predicted and actual maneuver of nearby vehicles/drivers.

Verona Pharma obtains a EU patent for COPD drug

pharmatimes

The European Patent Office has granted Verona pharma an additional key patent for its chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) drug, ensifentrine (RPL554). The drug is currently in Phase IIb clinical trials for COPD and has both bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory activity in a single agent. It has the potential to address a major unmet need in COPD.

Apple’s new patent hints at Watch that detects smell to monitor glucose

wearable-technologies

The new patent of Apple relates to a watch that detects smell to monitor glucose. The patent states that the watch includes a sensor that monitor blood sugar levels by analyzing sweat particles in the air. Two sensors can also be used to detect pollution or carbon monoxide, or help prevent exacerbation of respiratory conditions.

Sony patents prescription VR Glasses

geek

The latest patent of Sony describes a system in which a VR headset (like Sony’s own PlayStation VR) would track a user’s glasses rather than their eyes. This will make tracking smoother and less confused while wearing glasses in VR.

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