Carl Zeiss Microscopy competitive analysis

Explore patent oppositions filed by Carl Zeiss Microscopy against competitors, revealing strategic technology disputes and market positioning.

Last updated on: Jun 25, 2026
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition Date
Optical System For A MicroscopeLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSApr 2, 2026
Lightsheet Fluorescence Microscopy For A Plurality Of SamplesLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSJul 30, 2025
Method For Managing Blocks Of Commands Intended For A Microscopy Imaging System, Computer Program, Storage Means And Corresponding Device - Technical FieldCENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUEJul 24, 2025
Fluorescence Microscope System And MethodLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSOct 30, 2024
Method And Device For Examination Of A SampleLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSAug 30, 2023
Analysis Device, Microscope Device, Analysis Method, And ProgramNIKONDec 28, 2021
Microscope SystemLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSAug 25, 2021
Systems And Methods For Image Processing In Optical MicroscopesGENERAL ELECTRICJun 2, 2021
Device For Inspecting A Sample Comprising A MicroscopeLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSMar 17, 2021
Detector DeviceLEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMSMar 17, 2021

Explore Carl Zeiss Microscopy's recently opposed patents, revealing key competitive challenges and strategic patent disputes in the industry. Track oppositions filed by competitors to understand technology battlegrounds and assess potential risks.

Last updated on: Jun 25, 2026
Patent NumberPublication DateTitleTotal Oppositions
Sep 3, 2025Method And Device And Computer Program For Determining A Representation Of A Spectacle Lens Edge1
Jun 11, 2025Spectacle Lens To Reduce The Progression Of Myopia1
Apr 23, 2025Vision Testing System And Method1
Oct 30, 2024Microscope1
Sep 13, 2023System, Device, And Method For Laser Capture Microdissection1
Mar 8, 2023Device For Imaging A Sample1
May 6, 2020Laser Microdissection Method And Laser Microdissection Device1
Jan 15, 2020Microscopic Method And Microscope With Improved Resolution1

Latest PTAB cases involving Carl Zeiss Microscopy

Discover the latest PTAB cases involving Carl Zeiss Microscopy, highlighting their recent legal challenges and patent disputes.

Last updated on: Jun 30, 2026
Proceeding NumberFiling DatePetitionerRespondentStatus

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IPR2018-00686Mar 5, 2018NIKONCARL ZEISSInstitution Denied
IPR2018-00687Feb 26, 2018NIKONCARL ZEISSTerminated-Settled
IPR2018-00688Feb 22, 2018NIKONCARL ZEISSTerminated-Settled
IPR2018-00220Nov 21, 2017NIKONCARL ZEISSInstitution Denied
IPR2018-00227Nov 21, 2017NIKONCARL ZEISSInstitution Denied
IPR2016-00051Oct 16, 2015CARL ZEISSADVANCED MICROSCOPYTerminated-Settled
IPR2016-00051Oct 16, 2015CARL ZEISS MICROSCOPYADVANCED MICROSCOPYTerminated-Settled

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IP litigation analysis comparing Carl Zeiss Microscopy with top 3 competitors. Includes complete PTAB case data and opposition data from 2018 onwards.

Last updated on: Jun 25, 2026
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases Faced
CARL ZEISS7053315
LEICA MICROSYSTEMS CMS730 - -
LIFE SCIENCES SOLUTIONS USA - 13 - -
NIKON - 1592