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The patent EP1697604 was granted to Decathlon on Mar 18, 2009. The application was filed on Dec 14, 2004 under application number EP04805703A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Opposition Rejected".
Self-deployable tent with a structure of flexible hoops that folds into a compact, flat configuration and automatically expands into a full tent shape when released. The tent features an interior chamber with a flexible spacer system that maintains separation from the roof sheet, eliminating the need for manual setup. The design includes adjustable width means to modulate the tent's volume.
Latest UPC cases involving this patent.
| Case Number | Filing Date | Plaintiff | Proceeding Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPC_CFI_105/2025 | Feb 10, 2025 | Kaufland Marketplace, Lidl Belgium | Counter Claim For Revocation |
| UPC_CFI_521/2024 | Sep 17, 2024 | Decathlon | Infringement |

Patent oppositions filed by competitors challenge the validity of a granted patent. These oppositions are typically based on claims of prior art, lack of novelty, or non-obviousness. They are a key part of the process for determining a patent's strength and enforceability.
| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTERSPORT FRANCE GO SPORT FRANCE | Dec 18, 2009 | PONTET | ADMISSIBLE |
| OASE OUTDOORS APS | Dec 18, 2009 | JAEKEL | ADMISSIBLE |
| WINGROUP SDAD COOP | Dec 17, 2009 | JANSEN | ADMISSIBLE |
Patent citations refer to prior patents cited during different phases such as opposition or international search.
| Citation Phase | Publication Number |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | EP0857245 |
| DESCRIPTION | US3990463 |
| DESCRIPTION | US5163461 |
| DESCRIPTION | US5385165 |
| DESCRIPTION | US5396917 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | US3970096 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | US5137044 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | US5337772 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | US5421355 |
| OTHER | FR2707686 |
| OTHER | GB2258666 |
| OTHER | US3960161 |
| OTHER | US4858634 |
The dossier documents provide a comprehensive record of the patent's prosecution history - including filings, correspondence, and decisions made by patent offices - and are crucial for understanding the patent's legal journey and any challenges it may have faced during examination.
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