Aidan Skoyles spoke to TCT about additive manufacturing's unique intellectual property challenges, how businesses can effectively leverage IP to achieve their goals, and more.
Fripp Design Limited has announced it is looking to sell its 3D printing silicone intellectual property with the owner wanting to pursue other ambitions.
Elementum 3D has been granted patents in the United States, Canada and Australia for its Reactive Additive Manufacturing technology, which enables the printing of previously unprintable materials according to the company.
Jason Teng, partner and patent attorney at European IP law firm, Potter Clarkson discusses the grey areas around IP rights, infringement and enforceability in 3D printing.
Tethon 3D has been granted a patent for a binder jet additive manufacturing method and is stepping up its pursuit of a partner to commercialise the technology.
Penn State University has announced it is to begin offering a course relating to legal issues through its Additive Manufacturing and Design graduate programme.