Automotive Technology and Innovation
Overview
The patent prosecution process for automotive technologies has become increasingly complex due to rapid advancements across automation, electrification, vehicle connectivity, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
From automation and vehicle telematics to mechanical systems and components to advanced LiDAR lighting technologies and batteries, navigating the patent prosecution process in the rapidly evolving automotive industry requires a thorough understanding and a clear explanation of innovation and utility which can be provided by our professionals.
Volpe Koenig’s multi-disciplinary automotive team — made up of former practicing engineers, PhDs, and software developers — combines real-world industry experience with deep legal expertise to provide effective counseling for automotive companies. With a strong understanding of both the technology and business landscape, our team has successfully secured and enforced thousands of automotive technology patents in the U.S. and globally.
Areas of Expertise
Our team brings extensive patent prosecution experience across a wide range of automotive technologies, including:
Automation and Autonomous Driving
- V2X communications and 3GPP standards
- Sidelink communications
- Vehicle telematics
- LiDAR technology
- Geospatial technologies
AI and Software-Driven Inventions
- Image recognition and neural network-based decision making (including deep-Q learning)
- CPU and GPU architectures
- Wireless communications and data analytics software
Electric Vehicles
- Battery systems and energy storage technologies
Lighting Technologies
- Advanced LED systems
- Laser-based automotive lighting
Mechanical Systems and Components
- Suspension systems and steering components
- Engine variable valve timing (VVT) and variable lift profile tappets
- Automatic and dual clutch transmission systems
- Differentials
- Hybrid drive units and components
- Frame and body panel repair/replacement
- Various other engine and transmission components, seat belt winder assemblies, active suspension systems, transmission sensors, dampers, and other critical vehicle components
In addition, our team brings decades of experience supporting litigation and licensing efforts in complex telecommunications SEP patent disputes. We regularly represent clients in patent and trademark enforcement and licensing campaigns across a variety of industries.
Volpe Koenig is also proud to serve as an independent patent evaluator for a leading 4G vehicle patent pool.
