What is the 2G-5G SEP Search functionality?
Understanding the patent landscape
What is the 2G-5G SEP Search functionality?
The 2G-5G SEP search functionality on the IPlytics Platform is a comprehensive tool designed to help users explore the vast landscape of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) across multiple generations of mobile network technologies.
Understanding the patent landscape
This feature allows users to search and analyze SEPs related to 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies, providing insights into the development and implementation of these standards. By leveraging this functionality, users can gain a deeper understanding of the patent landscape, identify key players, and make informed decisions regarding licensing, compliance, and strategic planning in the telecommunications industry.
As the telecommunications industry evolves from 2G to 5G, understanding the patent landscape is crucial for companies aiming to innovate, compete, and collaborate effectively.
The IPlytics Platform provides a robust search interface that allows users to delve into SEPs related to 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies.
How to start the search
Users can initiate a search by selecting the Technology Generation field, which classifies patents based on their relevance to specific technical specifications (TS) numbers associated with each generation. This classification ensures that users can focus on patents directly related to the technology generation of interest, whether it's the foundational 2G or the cutting-edge 5G.
The platform supports the use of Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) to refine search criteria, enabling users to conduct complex and targeted searches. Additionally, the filter bar provides options to narrow down results based on attributes such as active status, granted status, and more, ensuring that users can quickly access the most pertinent data.
One of the key features of the 2G-5G SEP search is the ability to explore bridge technologies that span multiple generations. This flexibility allows users to understand the interplay between different generations of mobile networks and how they contribute to the overall technological landscape.
A 2G-5G search can include search parameters based on your preferred search strategy. Therefore, you can search for patents declared to TS numbers which were classified by 3GPP as a sole 5G TS Numbers. The following search would be possible:
Furthermore, you can include TS numbers which were previously categorized to a 2G-4G and got updated:
Furthermore, you can search for 5G patents and potentially include the standard project as a 5G identifier for a patent:
Summary
The IPlytics Platform also offers a visual mode for constructing queries, providing an intuitive, drag-and-drop interface for building search criteria. This mode is particularly useful for users who prefer a graphical approach to search construction, making it easy to visualize and adjust search parameters.
Overall, the 2G-5G SEP search on the IPlytics Platform is an essential tool for researchers, analysts, and decision-makers seeking to navigate the complex landscape of mobile network patents and standards. By providing detailed insights and robust search capabilities, the platform empowers users to make informed decisions and stay ahead in the competitive world of telecommunications.