Patent State of the Art (SOA) searches highlight the current state of affairs in a particular field of technology or sub-technology and summarize the existing prior art. Research activities across segments are analyzed in this manner, simplifying decision-making.
We search both published patent applications and patents in the particular technological field, as well as non-patent materials from around the world. A patent search is generally geared towards the latest patents in a particular technology area.
Searches using state of the art are conducted for two major reasons
- For entering a new technology segment
- For narrowing research & development options
Domain Expertise
Mechanical
Electrical
Electronics
IT/Software
Biotechnological
Chemical
General
Others
Here are some benefits of State of the Art searching:
- Informs us about the most recent developments in a particular field.
- Suggests investment opportunities or research and development areas.
- Recognizes acquisition and merger opportunities.
- Determines how developments in technology affect the business.
- Recognize and analyze potential competitors.