IoT and AI form the core of the 4th industrial revolution and are technologies relevant to almost all areas of industry. This IP has become extremely important in establishing or maintaining predominance in the marketplace. Meanwhile, there are many difficult issues regarding technologies related to IoT/AI, such as the questions of what is a potentially patentable invention.
Our IoT & AI Support Station provides advice and business support based on our rich experience, in the form of invention consultations, seminars and so on.
< Main fields handled >
All types of information technology; all types of controls; FA (Factory Automation); robotics; self-driving vehicles; connectivity; communications (5G); broadcasts; information home appliances; logistics; security; block chain; plant systems; amusements; various fusion technologies (medical, healthcare, pharmaceutical manufacture, Fintech, environmental, energy, architecture, agriculture, materials, foodstuffs, biochemistry, etc.)
Features
- The support station is formed of a team of attorneys and staff members with a rich experience in handling IoT & AI matters and capable of providing advice and business support.
- We are daily collecting and researching IP-related information (e.g. cases of registered applications, cases of responses to Office Actions in examination procedures, trends in IP-related matters).
- We can give seminars in the form according to the client’s request and budget.
IP Information
Please contact us via e-mail for details of unlinked information below.
< AI >
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 23 (comparison between registered claims of family applications vol. 1) (JP, US, CN) (May 11, 2020) new
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 22 (four examples in which claim 1 is written in less than 200 characters) (April 2, 2020) new
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 16 (COVID-Net) (April 2, 2020) new
- Introduction of AI and IoT-related documents vol. 15 (Tracking and Controlling the Spread of a Virus in a Privacy-Preserving Way) (April 1, 2020) new
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 21 (two examples of transfer learning) ((i) construction of driver model, (ii) determination on effectiveness of data) (March 13, 2020) new
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 20 (two simple examples of controlling industrial robots) ((i) usage of learned correction amount, (ii) assistance in remote operation) new
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 19 (example of gene diagnosis) (ratiocination of correlation with therapeutic effect) (November 15, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 18 (two examples of nursing, welfare, and health check) ((i) estimation of amount of mouthful intake, (ii) prediction of inspection data) (November 12, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 17 (example of assisting medical diagnosis) (assistance in diagnosis based on medical image) (November 1, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 16 (example in chemical and biological field) (prediction of operation of target substance) (October 30, 2019)
- Commentary on AI patents: where patented invention is creatable (October 28, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 15 (example of providing "assisting section" for subduing misrecognition by AI) (surveillance of peripheral of machine tool) (October 28, 2019)
- AI-related invention: comparison between subject-matter of original claims and subject-matter of patented invention after overcoming rejections (October 23, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 14 (example of materials informatics) (design of new compound) (October 7, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 13 (example in chemical field) (classification of unknown compounds) (September 30, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 14 (Defo-Net Learning Body Deformation using Generative Adversarial Networks) (September 17, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 13 (Physics-Informed Autoencoders For Lyapunov-Stable Fluid Flow Prediction) (September 17, 2019)
- Example of response to Office Action for AI patent application vol. 1 (example of argument in case where main reference cited belongs to different technical field) (August 19, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 12 (Interpretable Image Recognition with Hierarchical Prototypes) (August 19, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 11 (Deep Reinforcement Learning for de-novo Drug Design) (July 29, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 10 (A Survey on Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) towards Medical XAI) (July 29, 2019)
- Trends in Applications for AI-related Inventions (from JPO’s “Recent Trends in AI-related Inventions – Report”) (July 2019) (July 26, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 9 (CT-GAN Malicious Tampering of 3D Medical Imagery using Deep Learning) (July 22, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 8 (Edge Intelligence Paving the Last Mile of Artificial Intelligence with Edge Computing) (July 22, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 12 (two examples using two machine learnings) ((i) abnormality detection, (ii)retrieval of article from website) (July 16, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 11 (examples having characteristics in way of generating training data) ((i) electric apparatus, (ii) acoustic pressure sensor) (July 1, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 7 (Road Crack Detection Using Deep Convolutional Neural Network and Adaptive Thresholding) (June 17, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 6 (Threat of Adversarial Attacks on Deep Learning in Computer Vision A Survey) (June 17, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 10 (two examples of reinforcement learning) ((i) machine tool, (ii) rolling machine) (June 10, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 5 (Exploring Randomly Wired Neural Networks for Image Recognition) (May 7, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 4 (Transfer Learning in Brain-Computer Interfaces with Adversarial Variational Autoencoders) (May 7, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 3 (Human Motion Prediction using Adaptable Neural Networks) (May 7, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 2 (Generative Adversarial Networks An Overview) (May 7, 2019)
- Introduction of AI-related documents vol. 1 (Generative Adversarial Nets) (May 7, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 9 (simple example of supervised learning) (machine tool) (January 8, 2019)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 8 (examples of US patents (examples which are not AI algorithm inventions)) ((i) start-up of application, (ii) gripping robot (December 21, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 7 (generation of learning model and prediction using learning model) (machine tool) (October 26, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 6 (two examples of acoustics technologies) (August 7, 2018)
- Trends in Applications for AI-related Inventions (from the 2018 Patent Administration Annual Report) (July 11, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 5 (two examples in the field of medicine) ((i) determination on affection of disease, (ii) estimation on blood flow) (July 10, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 4 (two examples in the fields of instrument inspection and malfunction prediction) ((i) estimation of degraded part, (ii) estimation of malfunction condition) (July 6, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 3 (two examples with distinctive characteristics in updating parameters) ((i) preventive maintenance, (ii) image recognition) (June 4, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 2 (example of AI learning methods) (automobile) (May 23, 2018)
- Examples of Judgements of Inventive Step in AI-related Inventions (from 'Computer Software-Related Inventions', Appendix B of the Patent and Utility Model Examination Handbook) (May 11, 2018)
- Examples of Registered AI Patents vol. 1 (two examples with special features in pre- and post- AI manufacture, using established AI technology) ((i) recognition of tablet, (ii) elevator) (March 27, 2018)
- Points of Concern for Personal Data Handled in IoT/AI Technologies (December 5, 2016)
- Two Issues related to AI and Copyright, and Future Content Production Taking into Account these Issues (October 24, 2016)
- Consideration of IP Protections in Relation to IoT and AI (September 29, 2016)
< IoT >
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 13 (two examples related to agriculture) ((i) capture of wild animals, (ii) recording of progress of operation) (October 8, 2019)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 12 (two examples of logistics) ((i) logistics system, (ii) collection and delivery system) (January 10, 2019)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 11 (four car-related cases (cases of non-specialized manufacturers)) ((i) onboard device, (ii) travelling management, (iii) driving assistance, (iv) pedestrian-to-vehicle communications) (December 13, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 10 (four cases of navigation technology) (November 2, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 9 (two cases in the field of healthcare (cases handling information on human body) ((i) measurement on skin moisture, (ii) classification of physiological data) (November 2, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 8 (two cases of industrial equipment) ((i) operation instructions, (ii) device management) (October 26, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 7 (two cases of healthcare) ((i) advice on meal, (ii) mobile medical services) (July 10, 2018)
- Points to Note Regarding IoT-related US Patent Applications (June 25, 2018)
- Introduction of Judicial Decisions on IoT-related Patents vol. 1: System for Handling Distributed Images (June 12, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 6 (two examples in the fields of health and beauty) ((i) observation of blood vessel, (ii) assistance in makeup) (May 30, 2018)
- Examples of Published IoT Patents (two examples in the field of materials) (May 18, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 5 (four examples of maintenance of equipment) ((i) operating machine, (ii) liquid spraying device, (iii) windmill, (iv) air conditioner equipment) (April 27, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 4 (four examples in the field of product handling) (i) management of products, (ii) recommendation, (iii) delivery of products, (iv) exhibition of products (March 27, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 3 (three examples in the field of utilizing multiple objects) ((i) cooking appliance, (ii) sensor, (iii) industrial machine) (January 26, 2018)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 2 (four examples in the field of healthcare) ((i) estimation on health risk, (ii) caring service, (iii) prevention of infection, (iv) search for supplement) (December 21, 2017)
- Examples of Registered IoT Patents vol. 1 (four examples in the field of applying sensors to preexisiting objects) ((i) walking path, (ii) execution management, (iii) watching, (iv) vending machine (December 21, 2017)
- Introduction of Patented IoT-related Inventions vol. 3: (i) Device for Detecting Mating Season in Cattle, (ii) Control Device for Digital Signage, (iii) System for Measuring Numbers of People in Sections of a Building, (iv) Locker System (November 2, 2017)
- Conferment Status of Patent Class for IoT-related Patents (Wide-Area Facet Classification Symbol 'ZIT') (July 28, 2017)
- Japan Patent Office: Subdivision of Patent Classes of IoT-related Technologies (May 25, 2017)
- Introduction of Patented IoT-related Inventions vol. 2: (i) Footwear Products; (ii) Tools Used in Printing; (iii) Artificial Dentures (Transaction Verification System); (iv) Plate Dentures (Safety Checking System) (May 9, 2017)
- Points to Note Regarding Personal Data Handled in IoT/AI Technology (December 5, 2016)
- Japan Patent Office: New Establishment of Cross-sectional Classification regarding IoT-related Technologies (November 17, 2016)
- Introduction of Patented IoT-related Inventions vol. 1: (i) Surgery Tool; (ii) Firearm; (iii) Bolt; (iv) Basketball (October 21, 2016)
- Speculation on Quantity and Quality of Big Data generated in IoT technology (October 20, 2016)
- IoT and Communication Standards (October 12, 2016)
- Japan Patent Office Adds Examples of IoT-related Technologies to the Patent and Utility Model Examination Handbook (October 5, 2016)
- Consideration of IP Protections in Relation to IoT and AI (September 29, 2016)
< Other technologies >
- Examples of US patents: "Smart Watch" 2018-2019 (July 24, 2019)
- Examples of US patents: "Block Chain" × "Automobile" 2018-2019 (May 20, 2019)
- Examples of US patents: "Block Chain" × "Logistics and Distribution" 2018-2019 (May 13, 2019)
- Examples of US patents: "VR/AR" × "Automobile" 2018-2019 (May 7, 2019)
- Introduction of Inventions Related to Block Chain Technology (January 17, 2019)
- Examples of JP patents: "Smart Contact Lens" 2017-2018 (October 23, 2018)
- Revisions to Unfair Competition Prevention Law in Connection with Data Protection and Use (July 3, 2018)
- Revisions Applied by the JPO to the Examination Guidelines and the Examination Handbook for CS-related Inventions (April 11, 2018)
- Regarding Design Applications
- Regarding legislative preparations and market principles for data distribution (June 8, 2017)
- Open and Close Strategy: The IP Strategy that Should be Strengthened for the 4th Industrial Revolution (September 30, 2016)
Seminars
< Notice >
- Guide to IoT/AI IP Seminars
< Past Seminars (major events) >
- AI/IoT Patent Seminar – hint for introducing AI/IoT into product – (December 9, 2019) # for local incorporated administrative agency clients new
- IoT/AI Patents: Focus on Examples (December 3, 2019) # for university clients new
- Points Regarding IoT/AI Patent Inventions (September 6, 2019) # for chemical company clients
- AI Patents: Focus on Examples (July 11, 2019)
- Trends in AI Technology-related Patent Applications and Proposal for XXXX Inc.(July 8, 2019)
- IoT/AI Patent Seminor: Focus on Examples (June 20, 2019)
- IoT/AI Patent Seminor: Focus on Examples (May 13, 2019)
- System-related Patents: Describing Inventive Idea in Submission (April 18, 2019)
- Points for Extracting Inventions in days of IoT – for Survival in Automobile Industry – (February 14, 2019)
- AI/IoT Patent Seminar – hint for introducing AI/IoT into product – (October 30, 2018)
- IoT/AI Patents: Focus on Examples (October 3, 2018)
- IoT Patent Seminar (August 23, 2018)
- IoT/AI Patents: Focus on Examples (July 10, 2018)
- IoT/AI Patents: Focus on Examples (June 12, 2018)
- IoT/AI Patents: Focus on Examples (September 25, 2017)
- Newest Technologies in IoT & AI Patents and Examples of Technology Use (August 4, 2017)
- Trends in IoT Patent Applications and Points Regarding Rights Acquisition (June 30, 2017)
- Development of IoT Technology and IP Strategies (June 16, 2017)
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STAFFS
Takashi MURAKAMI
DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL << in charge of physical fields >>
Osaka Patent Strategy Department General Manager
Patent&Trademark Attorney / Specially Qualified Attorney For Infringement Litigation
Chief of IoT x AI Support Station
Specialist
Takashi MURAKAMI, majored in information engineering and has research experiences in information engineering and contents distribution technology. His specialty covers information technology, communication network, information processing, communication theory, and software. He is presently a member of JPAA.
The recent rapid advance in the information technology makes it extremely important to acquire suitable protection for intellectual property rights related to the information technology. Therefore, with my previous research experiences at a business enterprise, I will do my best to provide prompt and high-quality services for your information technology inventions. Any questions concerning the entire information technology field are welcomed.
Kentaro TSURUTA
Patent Strategy Department manager Patent&Trademark Attorney / Specially Qualified Attorney For Infringement Litigation
Specialist
Kentaro TSURUTA, born in 1976, obtained a BS of Bio Chemistry from The University of Tokyo. The targets of his research include Molecular development and genome database. His specialty covers Biotechnology and Computer software.
Technologies and the patent system change rapidly. Following the rapid change, I am making every possible effort to help our clients to obtain valuable patent rights.
Naoki FUMA
Tokyo Patent Strategy Department General Manager
Patent&Trademark Attorney
Doctor of Engineering
Researcher
Area of expertise: Materials engineering
Main fields: information processing systems, general physical systems, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, optics, machinery, military and defense-related technologies, etc.
I aim to provide the best possible service to enable our clients to attain higher market value worldwide through their IP.
"HARAKENZO more " live in an age of rapid change, so I am committed to flexibility and being able to adapt to shifting circumstances. I hope to provide our clients with a service that will fully satisfy their needs and expectations.
Nobukazu SHIOKAWA
Chief
Patent&Trademark Attorney / Specially Qualified Attorney For Infringement Litigation
Specialist
Specialization: Bio-functional chemistry
In order to provide our clients with satisfying service, I endeavor to correspond politely and sincerely.
The fields I mainly work with are IT related. In this day and age, IT related inventions hold an extremely important position in the business world because of the high level of specialized knowledge required to obtain suitable IT invention rights. If you think IT related inventions are necessary for business, do not hesitate to contact me. I am sure I will be able to assist you.
Naoyuki TAKENO
Representative of Hiroshima Office
General Manager
Patent&Trademark Attorney
Researcher
Mr. TAKENO, born in 1970, holds a bachelor’s degree in material engineering.
He is mainly in charge of machinery, control, electricity & electronics, and information technology.
With the recent growth of importance of intellectual property right, it has been essential to construct an appropriate intellectual property strategy from the technical and legal points of view. Under this circumstance, I will continue to develop myself in order to be able to sincerely respond to our clients’ requests.
Takaaki KOJIMA
General Manager
Patent Search Team Leader / DX & IT IP Information Station Manager
Senior Specialist
Takaaki KOJIMA majored in aeronautic engineering and has research experiences in control engineering, artificial intelligence, and man-machine interface. He handles intellectual property cases in IT, communications network, user interface, business model, and other fields.
With the abundant business experiences throughout physical fields particularly in the IT field, I will provide advices to dig up inventions and acquire firm protection of rights. Please do not hesitate to ask me on such IP cases. I also have abundant experiences as a patent searcher. I will be of service also in the patent search.
Kazuhiro NAGATA
General Manager > in the field of Physics <
Doctor of Science
Specialist
Kazuhiro NAGATA, born in 1972, acquired a PhD in science from Hokkaido University.
His fields of research include elementary particle physics and theoretical physics.
His specialty covers all aspects in physics.
The fundamental principles in physics are so universal that they appear everywhere in any subjects. Based on my research experience in the U.S.A. and in my PhD studies, I will make efforts to provide high quality services to our clients.
Yuichiro OKADA
Tokyo Head Office Executive Manager
Doctor of Science
Specialist
Yuichiro OKADA, born in 1973, acquired PhD in science in Tokyo Metropolitan University. The targets of his research include nonlinear physics and computational physics.
His specialties cover physics, applied physics and applied mathematics.
Physics has been applied to much of technology in the past century.
Also today, it is a great source of innovative ideas.
I will do my best to provide our clients with highly reliable services based on my research experience in the field of physics.
Michiko TOMOBE
Patent Strategy Department
Major: Administration Engineering
Specialty: Information Communications, Software, Control
I have being working as a patent engineer making use of my experiences in research and development of next-generation information terminals and in an IT venture company.
My work as a patent engineer is very challenging and satisfactory to me because this work gives me many chances of touching state-of-the-art technologies.
Giving weight to dialogue with our clients, I would like to do my best to help our clients to obtain patent rights that can be fully used in their businesses.
Koji TSUKADA
Chief
Ph.D (hygiene)
Adviser
Born 1968
Research experience: biological science, biochemistry
Major fields handled: IT-related fields
I work to provide our clients with the most satisfactory service possible, by making full use of my valuable research experience and strong willingness to take on challenges.
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