TECHNOLOGY / IN DEPTH

Mechanical Structures & Manufacturing Processes

We examine how components interact, how they move and how products are manufactured to identify the inventive contribution. Consistent descriptions and drawings explain how the structure or process operates.

WHAT WE REVIEW

Key technical and IP issues

  1. 01

    Separate essential and optional components to explain the operating principle.

  2. 02

    Review process ranges and stage relationships together with effects on quality and yield.

  3. 03

    Consider alternative structures and materials that produce the relevant effects.

Information to support the initial review

  • Assembly, exploded and cross-sectional drawings
  • Process sequence and conditions
  • Prototype tests and comparisons with existing products

You can begin a discussion before all the documents are available. Your development stage and planned disclosures help us establish priorities and agree the scope of work.

Turning technical analysis into an IP plan

Our technical analysis guides prior art searches, filing strategy, prosecution and rights analysis. We agree the scope, deliverables and timetable for each engagement.

Put your IP strategy into practice.