Patent No. EP2965877 (titled "Method And Drive For A Device For Accelerating A Gear Train Driving On A Block") was filed by Zimmer on Jul 2, 2015. The application was issued on Aug 20, 2025.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| SMW AUTOBLOK SPANNSYSTEME | Sep 22, 2025 | CHRIST |
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