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Latest publications and patents of Olympus New

Explore the latest publications and patents granted to Olympus, showcasing their recent innovations and technological advancements.

Last updated on: Sep 23, 2025
Publication NumberPublication DateTitleLegal Status

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EP4252690
Aug 28, 2024Electrosurgical Generator With Detection Of Instrument Plug-InNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP3071135
Sep 30, 2020High-Frequency Surgical Appliance And Method For Operating Such An AppliancePatent Maintained As Amended
EP1691230
May 20, 2020Photo-Micrographing Device And Its Control MethodPatent Maintained As Amended
EP2910176
Jan 31, 2018Bending Angle Adjustment Mechanism Of EndoscopeNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP2827793
Jan 31, 2018Image System For Surgery And Method For Image DisplayNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP2647327
Jan 31, 2018Tubular Insertion SystemNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP2720454
Jan 24, 2018Image Capture Device And Electronic Apparatus Employing SameNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP2356934
Jan 24, 2018Endoscope Coping With Autoclave SterilizationNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP1902662
Jan 24, 2018Endoscope DeviceNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit
EP2988169
Jan 17, 2018Imaging Device And Image Shake Correction MethodNo Opposition Filed Within Time Limit

Latest oppositions filed by Olympus

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

Last updated on: Sep 25, 2025
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition Date

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EP1769763
System For Creating Lesions Using Bipolar ElectrodesCOVIDIENDec 6, 2018

Latest patents of Olympus opposed by its competitors

Explore Olympus'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: Sep 25, 2025
Patent NumberGrant DateTitleTotal Oppositions
EP3071135
Sep 30, 2020High-Frequency Surgical Appliance And Method For Operating Such An Appliance1
EP1691230
May 20, 2020Photo-Micrographing Device And Its Control Method1
EP2660640
May 3, 2017Microscope Provided With Plural Otpical Units1

Latest PTAB cases involving Olympus

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

Last updated on: Sep 29, 2025
Proceeding NumberFiling DatePetitionerRespondentStatus

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IPR2024-01220Aug 29, 2024OLYMPUSOPTIMUM IMAGINGTerminated-Settled
IPR2019-00805Mar 11, 2019OLYMPUS OF THE AMERICASGENERAL ELECTRIC TECHNOLOGYTerminated-Settled
IPR2018-00910Jun 20, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00909Jun 20, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00908Jun 20, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00904Jun 20, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00911May 18, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00907May 18, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated-Settled
IPR2018-00906May 18, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLTerminated
IPR2018-00905May 18, 2018OLYMPUSMAXELLInstitution Denied

Peer Comparison New

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

Last updated on: Sep 25, 2025
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases FacedStrategy Type
OLYMPUS - 214 - Highly Aggressive
CARL ZEISS6647315Aggressive
MAXELL - 1 - 105Non-Active
PAPST LICENSING - - - 45Non-Active