Weekly Patent Market Pulse: USTPO Assignments from Jan 29, 2024 to Feb 4, 2024


From January 29 to February 4, 2024, the U.S. patent market featured notable transactions:

  • ACTELION PHARMACEUTICALS LTD to VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC (Jan 29): Neurological treatment methods for multiple sclerosis and brain volume loss patents.
  • SONY CORP to SATURN LICENSING LLC (Jan 31): Patents for techniques for pushing personalized storefront ads using digital TV.
  • PALO ALTO RESEARCH CENTER LLC to SRI INTERNATIONAL (Jan 31): Patents for electrically-activated pressure vessels for fracturing frangible structures.
  • VANMOOF BV to MA MICRO LTD (Feb 1): Patents for bicycle with bicycle alarm and method.
  • ANALIZA INC to CLEVELAND DIAGNOSTICS INC (Feb 2): Patents for systems and methods for characterization of molecules.
These transactions involve major companies like Sony Corp, Actelion Pharmaceuticals Ltd, and Palo Alto Research Center LLC, highlighting strategic patent acquisitions in various tech sectors.

Please note that the following records include assignments involving more than 5 patents. To access detailed records linking patents and companies, you may be directed to Patentcloud pages where signing in or signing up is required.
Reel No. Recorded Date Execution Date Assignor Assignee # of Patents
66276-577 20240129 20231207 ACTELION PHARMACEUTICALS LTD VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC 26
Summary of Patents: Neurological Treatment Methods For Multiple Sclerosis And Brain Volume Loss
This category includes methods for treating multiple sclerosis, such as corticosteroid use and disclosure of 2-imino-thiazolidin-4-one derivatives. It also covers methods of slowing brain volume loss and the preparation of immunosuppressive agents.
66293-23 20240130 20231031 NEFELI NETWORKS INC CLOUDFLARE INC 9
Summary of Patents: Network Function Virtualization (Nfv) Automation And Monitoring Framework
This category focuses on the placement and operation of inline data plane monitors for network function virtualization. It includes logical monitoring specifications and self-monitoring universal scaling controllers for software network functions.
66295-407 20240130 20240116 ANALIZA INC CLEVELAND DIAGNOSTICS 10
Summary of Patents: Systems And Methods For Characterization Of Molecules
This category focuses on systems and methods for characterizing molecules, including liquid partition chromatography and solvent dipolarity. It also involves analyzing species to determine diseases and data patterns such as spectral biomarkers.
66290-465 20240130 20240130 AQUAHYDREX INC EDAC LABS INC 15
Summary of Patents: Electrochemical Water Splitting Devices And Methods
This category focuses on electrochemical systems with confined electrolytes, including electrolyzers, breathable electrodes, and multi-layer water-splitting devices. It also covers gas permeable electrodes, modular electrochemical cells, and their production methods.
66298-856 20240130 20231201 GARDNER DENVER LLC INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES & SERVICES LLC 24
Summary of Patents: Startup Bypass System For A Screw Compressor
This system allows for the startup bypass of a screw compressor, providing efficient and reliable operation.
66314-103 20240131 20240131 SONY CORP SATURN LICENSING LLC 5
Summary of Patents: Techniques For Pushing Personalized Storefront Ads Using Digital Tv
This article discusses advanced techniques for delivering personalized storefront ads through digital TV, focusing on the television protocol and digital advertising strategies.
66312-509 20240131 20231121 PALO ALTO RESEARCH CENTER LLC SRI INTERNATIONAL 21
Summary of Patents: Electrically-Activated Pressure Vessels For Fracturing Frangible Structures
This category focuses on the functionality change based on stress-engineered components, and the creation of crack initiation sites in self-fracturing frangible members. It also involves stressed substrates for transient electronic systems and self-limiting electrical triggering for initiating fracture of frangible glass.
66312-731 20240131 20240131 TERADYNE INC DIS TECH AMERICA LLC 5
Summary of Patents: Transposed Via Arrangement In Probe Card For Automated Test Equipment
Coaxial via arrangement in probe card for automated test equipment
66310-783 20240131 20180410 COIN ACCEPTORS INC SUZOHAPP AMERICAS LLC 8
Summary of Patents: Coin Validation And Denomination Determination Technology
A bill acceptor with an improved bezel design for enhanced functionality and security features. The improved bezel provides better protection against tampering and ensures reliable bill acceptance.
66312-643 20240131 20240130 TELESIS BIO INC J CRAIG VENTER INSTITUTE INC 8
Summary of Patents: Methods For Cloning And Manipulating Genomes
Methods for cloning and manipulating genomes involve the manipulation and transfer of donor genomes into recipient host cells. This includes techniques such as crowding agent-induced nucleic acid transfer and installation of genomes or partial genomes into cells or cell-like systems.
66314-76 20240131 20231115 THE INVENTION SCIENCE FUND II LLC AURENAR LLC 16
Summary of Patents: Vibratory Ear Stimulation System And Method
This system and method enhance learning through neural modulation and vibratory ear stimulation. It involves a wearable stimulation device and transcutaneous neural stimulus for learning motor tasks. The system also includes neural feedback sensing for ear stimulation.
66304-735 20240131 20240124 6TH WAVE INNOVATIONS CORP ORCA HOLDINGS LLC 8
Summary of Patents: Polymer-Based Rapid Viral Outbreak Detection And Cannabinoid Extraction
Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) for rapid detection of viral outbreaks
66321-710 20240201 20240129 VANMOOF BV MA MICRO LTD 11
Summary of Patents: Bicycle With Bicycle Alarm And Method
This category includes bicycle alarm systems and methods for generating an alarm output signal in response to unauthorized access or movement of the bicycle. It also involves cycle insertion locks, cycle board computers, mobile communication devices, user access systems, and data carriers.
66334-905 20240202 20240116 ANALIZA INC CLEVELAND DIAGNOSTICS INC 10
Summary of Patents: Systems And Methods For Characterization Of Molecules
This category focuses on systems and methods for characterizing molecules, including liquid partition chromatography and solvent dipolarity. It also involves analyzing species to determine diseases and data patterns such as spectral biomarkers.
66334-654 20240202 20230901 HARTMAN & CITRIN LLC SECURE INK LLC 8
Summary of Patents: Paperless Process For Mortgage Closings And Other Applications
Digitally signing documents using digital signatures; electronic documents; relevant electronic document information