Research on energy storage industry patents at home and abroad

Which patents are related to the application of rechargeable batteries?

Rather related to the application of rechargeable batteries is the patent family encompassing “implantable device with improved battery recharging and powering configuration”, showing that innovation in energy storage is also driven by medical technologies. The other cell patents are mostly related to inventions for improved electrodes. 3.3.

How many patents are there in the battery industry?

Research and development in the battery industry have led to a notable increase in patent filings at the United States Patent and Trademark Ofice (USPTO), climbing from 3,773 in 2010 to 5,319 in 2019 (see Figure 1). But as more players enter the market and obtain patent protection for their innovations, IP disputes among competitors are heating up.

Why is energy storage important?

Energy storage is an important technology and basic equipment for building a new type of power system. The healthy development of the energy storage industry ca

How has technology impacted the battery industry?

With these technical advances comes an increase in legal activity, including intellectual property (IP) filings and litigation. Research and development in the battery industry have led to a notable increase in patent filings at the United States Patent and Trademark Ofice (USPTO), climbing from 3,773 in 2010 to 5,319 in 2019 (see Figure 1).

Should battery and EV companies focus on patent strategy?

Battery and EV companies should focus on patent strategy beyond prosecution and enforcement. Companies should align their patent strategy with their overall business plan to ensure that a patent portfolio realizes its full economic potential and generates revenue for the company by protecting investments.

Are improved lithium modules still a viable technology?

Nevertheless, the volume of patent filings in technologies related to lithium remains unchallenged. Patent applications in this area are still growing, which indicates that the introduction of improved modules will continue. Using citation analysis, we have identified important patents and organizations for relevant candidate technologies.