Specialized Expertise Across Key Innovation Sectors
Our expertise is organized into three core pillars, reflecting the key sectors driving global innovation. This structure allows us to provide specialized, industry-specific insights for our diverse range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to leading law firms and universities.
Telecommunications & Wireless Networking
Our team possesses extensive, hands-on knowledge of the standards and hardware that define modern connectivity. We provide the critical analysis needed to navigate the complex world of wireless technology IP.
- Standard Essential Patent (SEP) Analysis
We have deep expertise in 3GPP Technical Standards across 3G, 4G, and 5G radio technologies, as well as Wi-Fi 802.11x and IoT protocols. Our services include performing rigorous essentiality checks to validate a patent’s role within these standards, a critical step for FRAND licensing negotiations.
- Reverse Engineering & Compliance Testing
Our in-house lab is equipped with state-of-the-art testing equipment, including CMW500 Base Station Emulators, FSH8 Spectrum Analyzers, and cSAR3D systems. This allows us to conduct deep reverse engineering, capture and decode RRC messages, and perform compliance testing on a wide range of wireless devices.
- Network Protocol Analysis
Using tools like Omnipeek, Wireshark, and Fiddler, we capture and analyze network data packets to find evidence of infringement in networking technologies. Our analysis includes the capture of management frames for IEEE 802.11 packets to validate functionality for claim charting.
Semiconductors & Memory
From microprocessors to memory modules, our experts analyze technology at the most fundamental level, providing unmatched insight into semiconductor IP.
- Circuit-Level & Microscopic Teardowns
We conduct detailed physical analysis of semiconductor devices, including circuit-level and microscopic teardowns of components like image sensors and integrated circuits. Our analysis extends to complex structures such as DRAM-to-DRAM interconnects, providing irrefutable physical evidence for infringement cases.
- Memory & Storage Standards
Our team is highly experienced in analyzing dense technical standards for memory and storage, including JEDEC standards for DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5, and NAND FLASH. We utilize custom AI tools to perform semantic searches on these documents to quickly identify features relevant to your patents.
- Fabrication & Materials Analysis
Our analysis includes the identification of materials and fabrication techniques used in semiconductor manufacturing. Using techniques like SEM-EDS, we can detect the elemental composition of structures like passivation layers, providing critical data for patent claims related to manufacturing processes.
Multimedia & Content Delivery
We specialize in the complex technologies behind modern digital media, from the codecs that compress video to the networks that deliver it to millions of users.
- Streaming Protocol & Codec Analysis
We possess deep expertise in video coding standards, including HEVC and VVC, and streaming protocols like Apple HLS. Using packet sniffing tools, we analyze media playlist files (e.g., .m3u8) to identify the specific codecs and streaming technologies used by platforms like Disney+ and Snapchat.
- Content Delivery Network (CDN) Investigation
Our team analyzes network traffic to understand and document the behavior of Content Delivery Networks. We can identify the active CDN provider (e.g., Akamai) and analyze the CDN switching logic used by major streaming services.
- Digital Rights Management (DRM)
We investigate the implementation of DRM technologies like PlayReady and Widevine within streaming platforms. Our analysis of network data can reveal the specific DRM formats and content protection schemes being used to secure media streams.
Cloud, Big Data & Virtualization
Our software and systems experts analyze the foundational technologies of the modern internet, from the cloud infrastructure that powers services to the software that manages it.
- Cloud Computing & Virtualization
We have proven expertise in analyzing patents related to cloud computing and virtual machine (VM) environments. Our AI tools can be leveraged to rapidly summarize patents concerning complex topics like the external monitoring of VM resource usage.
- Data Center Technologies
Our analysis covers the core technologies used in modern data centers, including software-defined networking, storage solutions, and server architecture. We use AI-powered patent bucketing to quickly categorize large portfolios related to these technologies.
- Software & Source Code Review
We conduct deep software analysis, including the decompilation of application packages (APKs) to review source code. This allows us to understand the inner workings of complex software, from mobile apps to data center management tools.
Social Networking, AR/VR & Content Recommendation
We provide IP analysis for the next generation of digital interaction, from the algorithms that power social media to the immersive technologies of augmented and virtual reality.
- Augmented & Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Our team analyzes patents related to immersive technologies. Our AI-powered patent bucketing tools have been successfully used to categorize patents covering interaction with virtual objects, demonstrating our understanding of this rapidly evolving field.
- Social Networking & Mobile App Analysis
We perform deep forensic analysis of mobile applications, including decompiling source code and monitoring execution threads in a virtual environment. This expertise allows us to analyze the complex software behind major social networking platforms like Facebook.
- Content Recommendation Algorithms
Our software expertise extends to the analysis of algorithms used for content recommendation and personalization. We can analyze the IP behind the systems that curate user experiences on social and media platforms.
Automotive & Mechanical Systems
Our mechanical engineering division provides expert analysis for a wide range of physical systems, from automotive and robotics to heavy industrial machinery.
- Automotive & Autonomous Systems
We analyze IP related to modern automotive technologies, including vehicle control systems and autonomous driving features like obstacle avoidance. Our expertise covers both the mechanical systems and the complex software that controls them.
- Robotics & Automation
Our analysis covers the field of robotics and automated mechanical systems. We can assess patents related to robotic control, sensor integration, and mechanical design for a variety of industrial and commercial applications.
- Heavy & Mechanical Engineering
We serve clients in heavy engineering and traditional mechanical sectors. Our team provides the domain expertise needed to analyze and protect innovations in industrial machinery, manufacturing processes, and complex mechanical devices.
FinTech, Payments & Blockchain
We provide IP and market analysis for the rapidly evolving financial technology sector, helping clients protect their innovations in a competitive and highly regulated industry.
- Payments and Financial Services
Our software and systems expertise allows us to analyze the technology behind digital payment platforms, mobile banking applications, and other financial services. We can perform source code reviews and network analysis to understand how these complex systems operate.
- Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technology
We analyze the foundational IP behind blockchain and distributed ledger technologies. Our research can help you understand the patent landscape for cryptocurrencies, smart contracts, and other decentralized applications.
Life Sciences, Pharma & Biotech
Our life sciences division provides specialized expertise for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced materials sectors.
- Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
We provide a full range of IP services tailored to the unique needs of the pharma and biotech industries. Our team includes experts who can analyze complex biological and chemical inventions.
- Specialized Database & State-of-the-Art Research
We leverage specialized databases like ORBIT Biosequence for our research. Additionally, we use AI-assisted tools to conduct state-of-the-art research on topics in this field, such as the efficacy of supplements like creatine for exercise.
- Material Sciences
Our expertise extends to the field of material sciences, where we analyze patents related to the composition, processing, and application of new materials.
1. Labs & Research Stack
A detailed look into our state-of-the-art infrastructure, including the advanced reverse engineering equipment, premier patent databases, and proprietary AI tools that form the foundation of our analytical capabilities.
1. Our State-of-the-Art Labs & Research Stack
Our technical analysis is powered by a robust infrastructure of advanced hardware, proprietary software, and premier data sources. This stack ensures our experts have the tools they need to uncover irrefutable evidence and deliver insights with speed and precision
- Reverse Engineering & Testing Equipment
Our in-house labs are equipped for deep technical analysis of telecommunications and wireless devices, featuring state-of-the-art equipment including CMW500 Base Station Emulators, FSH8 Spectrum Analyzers, and cSAR3D systems for compliance testing.
- Software & Network Analysis Tools
We are proficient with advanced software and network protocol analyzers including Fiddler, Wireshark, and Omnipeek. These tools are essential for capturing and dissecting data to find evidence of infringement in software, streaming media, and networking technologies.
- Comprehensive Search Databases
Our research is built on access to a wide array of premier patent and non-patent databases. This includes common databases like Orbit by Questel, Derwent, and Patsnap; non-patent sources like Google Dataset, MIT Digital Libraries, and Wiley Online; and native databases for key jurisdictions including the USPTO, JPO, and CNIPA.
- Custom AI & Analytical Tools
We augment our expert analysis with proprietary, AI-powered tools. This includes our in-house IP Bucket Tool for automated patent categorization and custom AI models trained for semantic search on dense technical standards like JEDEC.
2. Case Studies
Real-world examples that demonstrate how we apply our deep technical knowledge and advanced tools to solve complex IP challenges in multimedia streaming, telecommunications, and software.
2. Technology in Action: Case Studies
Our technical expertise is best demonstrated through our work. These case studies highlight how we apply our deep knowledge to solve complex IP challenges for our clients.
- Multimedia Streaming Analysis
We have successfully analyzed major streaming platforms like Disney+ to identify the use of specific technologies. Our work includes documenting the use of streaming protocols like Apple HLS, identifying active CDN providers, and analyzing video codec implementations.
- Telecommunications & SEP Validation
Our team performs rigorous Standard Essentiality (SEP) checks for patents related to 3GPP standards. We create detailed reports mapping patent claims to complex technical specifications to validate a patent’s essentiality for FRAND licensing negotiations.
- Software & Source Code Decompilation
We have deep expertise in forensic software analysis, including decompiling mobile application packages (APKs) to review the underlying source code. This capability allows us to monitor application execution threads and find infringement evidence at the most fundamental level for platforms like Facebook.
3. Our Expert Team
An introduction to the global, cross-disciplinary team of over 75 career engineers and subject-matter experts who drive our success, highlighting the deep industry experience that informs our strategic insights.
3. Driven by Expert Minds
Technology is only as powerful as the people who wield it. Our firm is built on a foundation of deep human expertise, ensuring every analysis is backed by years of real-world industry experience.
- A Team of Technical Specialists
Our team is composed of over 75 career engineers and subject-matter experts. This ensures every project is handled by professionals with deep domain knowledge and technical proficiency.
- Cross-Disciplinary Expertise
Our experts cover the full spectrum of modern innovation, with dedicated teams for Hi-Tech, Life Sciences, and Mechanical engineering domains. This cross-disciplinary approach allows us to handle complex, multi-faceted inventions.
- Global Reach, Local Knowledge
With a U.S. Sales HQ in Los Angeles and our Indian Operations HQ in New Delhi, we serve a global clientele across five continents. This global presence allows us to provide localized insights and support for international IP strategies.
4. Strategic Application
Discover how we bridge the gap between deep technical proficiency and tangible business outcomes, translating our analytical findings into actionable strategies for patent monetization, prosecution, and R&D planning.
4. Connecting Expertise to Your IP Goals
Our technical knowledge is not just an academic exercise; it is the engine that drives tangible business outcomes for our clients. We connect our deep expertise directly to your strategic IP goals.
- From Technical Analysis to Monetization
Our deep expertise in areas like Semiconductors and Telecommunications is the foundation for our Patent Licensing and Infringement Analysis services. We create detailed Evidence-of-Use charts that transform technical findings into powerful monetization assets.
- From Research to Protection
Our knowledge of Cloud Computing and Software directly supports our Patent Drafting and Prosecution services. This ensures complex software and system innovations are robustly protected, and we are well-equipped to draft technical arguments for Office Action responses
- From Data to Decisions
Our capabilities in Market and Technology Research provide the critical intelligence for clients to make informed decisions about R&D, investment, and M&A. Our landscape and white space analysis reports identify opportunities and threats, guiding your strategic path forward.
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