Physical AI & Robotics

IP Protection for Autonomous Systems and Robotics

Physical AI—from autonomous vehicles to industrial robots—presents unique patent challenges at the intersection of software, hardware, and real-world applications.

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Technical Expertise

Autonomous Systems

Self-driving vehicles, drones, and automated manufacturing systems with AI-driven decision making.

Industrial Robotics

Robotic arms, collaborative robots (cobots), and AI-powered manufacturing automation.

IoT Devices

Connected sensors, smart home devices, and industrial IoT systems with edge AI capabilities.

AR/VR Systems

Augmented and virtual reality devices with AI-enhanced tracking and interaction.

Medical Devices

AI-powered diagnostic devices, surgical robots, and medical imaging systems.

AI Chips

Specialized hardware for AI inference and training, including edge computing solutions.

IP Considerations for Physical AI

Hardware-Software Integration

Physical AI patents often require careful claim drafting that captures the interaction between AI algorithms and physical hardware, avoiding both overly abstract software claims and overly narrow hardware limitations.

Safety-Critical Systems

Autonomous systems in safety-critical applications face additional regulatory requirements that can affect patent strategy, including documentation and validation standards.

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