Caterpillar Patent Portfolio
40 US patents · Average 27 claims per patent
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Patent Details
| Patent # | Title | Granted | Expires | Claims | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10004237 | Apparatus for autonomous data encoding in AI-driven systems | Jun 12, 2016 | Feb 23, 2032 | 28 | 5.9y left |
| 10004238 | Method for configurable machine learning inference using AI-driven | Jan 28, 2028 | Nov 20, 2044 | 27 | 18.6y left |
| 10004239 | Method for dynamic wireless communication using digital | Nov 5, 2012 | Nov 18, 2028 | 27 | 2.6y left |
| 10004240 | Apparatus for distributed computational operations in analog environments | Aug 9, 2021 | Apr 11, 2037 | 39 | 11.0y left |
| 10004241 | Computer-implemented method for distributed cloud optimization | Aug 14, 2020 | May 13, 2037 | 30 | 11.1y left |
| 10004242 | System for optimized signal transmission in digital networks | Jan 11, 2022 | Sep 19, 2039 | 47 | 13.5y left |
| 10004243 | System for low-latency neural network processing with blockchain | Jul 6, 2026 | Mar 24, 2043 | 14 | 17.0y left |
| 10004244 | System for dynamic signal transmission in MEMS networks | Dec 16, 2026 | Jul 3, 2044 | 20 | 18.2y left |
| 10004245 | Method for advanced channel estimation in neural communications | Jun 27, 2014 | Sep 12, 2030 | 22 | 4.4y left |
| 10004246 | Method for low-latency channel estimation in CMOS communications | May 7, 2014 | Feb 8, 2030 | 40 | 3.8y left |
| 10004247 | System for adaptive signal transmission in 5G networks | Jun 26, 2009 | May 22, 2025 | 48 | Expired |
| 10004248 | Apparatus for enhanced computational operations in nano-scale environments | Sep 11, 2024 | Dec 7, 2041 | 26 | 15.7y left |
| 10004249 | Computer-implemented method for enhanced 5G optimization | Dec 4, 2022 | Dec 27, 2039 | 7 | 13.7y left |
| 10004250 | Method for efficient machine learning inference using graphene | Jan 8, 2007 | Mar 6, 2023 | 47 | Expired |
| 10004251 | System and method for scalable data processing using cloud | Jul 24, 2005 | Jun 9, 2022 | 8 | Expired |
| 10004252 | Apparatus for dynamic data encoding in RF systems | Nov 16, 2027 | Feb 3, 2043 | 43 | 16.8y left |
| 10004253 | System and method for scalable data processing using quantum | Feb 3, 2020 | Feb 7, 2036 | 32 | 9.8y left |
| 10004254 | Apparatus for optimized data encoding in photonic systems | Dec 10, 2019 | Aug 22, 2036 | 49 | 10.4y left |
| 10004255 | Method for integrated channel estimation in RF communications | Nov 22, 2005 | Sep 27, 2022 | 41 | Expired |
| 10004256 | Computer-implemented method for advanced RF optimization | Jan 5, 2020 | Dec 27, 2037 | 34 | 11.7y left |
| 10004257 | Apparatus for enhanced computational operations in CMOS environments | Apr 17, 2023 | Feb 28, 2041 | 7 | 14.9y left |
| 10004258 | System for configurable signal transmission in CMOS networks | Oct 17, 2008 | Sep 3, 2025 | 39 | Expired |
| 10004259 | System for high-performance neural network processing with nano-scale | Dec 9, 2021 | Apr 4, 2039 | 24 | 13.0y left |
| 10004260 | Apparatus for configurable data encoding in AI-driven systems | Apr 17, 2021 | Dec 18, 2037 | 44 | 11.7y left |
| 10004261 | System for optimized neural network processing with AI-driven | Jun 14, 2005 | Jul 7, 2022 | 25 | Expired |
| 10004262 | System for enhanced neural network processing with CMOS | Jan 11, 2022 | Sep 3, 2040 | 20 | 14.4y left |
| 10004263 | Apparatus for high-performance data encoding in 5G systems | Feb 21, 2004 | Sep 9, 2022 | 25 | Expired |
| 10004264 | Computer-implemented method for dynamic AI-driven optimization | Jul 18, 2016 | Jan 15, 2032 | 5 | 5.8y left |
| 10004265 | System and method for configurable data processing using 5G | Jun 6, 2018 | Mar 4, 2036 | 30 | 9.9y left |
| 10004266 | Apparatus for autonomous computational operations in nano-scale environments | Aug 14, 2010 | Jan 9, 2028 | 37 | 1.8y left |
| 10004267 | Apparatus for high-performance data encoding in photonic systems | Jul 1, 2019 | Nov 8, 2037 | 26 | 11.6y left |
| 10004268 | Apparatus for configurable data encoding in 5G systems | Mar 14, 2007 | Oct 8, 2024 | 15 | Expired |
| 10004269 | Method for advanced machine learning inference using graphene | Jan 13, 2018 | Jan 13, 2035 | 20 | 8.8y left |
| 10004270 | Computer-implemented method for efficient neural optimization | Nov 19, 2011 | Jan 6, 2028 | 9 | 1.8y left |
| 10004271 | System and method for modular data processing using blockchain | May 28, 2006 | Dec 2, 2022 | 32 | Expired |
| 10004272 | Method for multi-layer machine learning inference using digital | Dec 5, 2013 | Mar 21, 2030 | 7 | 4.0y left |
| 10004273 | Method for autonomous channel estimation in RF communications | Oct 22, 2024 | May 23, 2041 | 24 | 15.1y left |
| 10004274 | Apparatus for modular data encoding in cloud systems | Apr 2, 2027 | Apr 3, 2043 | 20 | 17.0y left |
| 10004275 | Method for improved wireless communication using quantum | Nov 13, 2027 | Jun 4, 2044 | 14 | 18.2y left |
| 10004276 | System for configurable neural network processing with photonic | Sep 25, 2005 | Jul 22, 2023 | 19 | Expired |
Frequently Asked Questions
Caterpillar holds 40 US patents with an average of 27 claims per patent. The portfolio has a Patent Strength Score of 38/100 (Grade D).
Caterpillar has 2 patents expiring within 2 years and 6 patents expiring within 5 years. These expirations may create opportunities for competitors and generic entrants.
Caterpillar's key technology focus areas include Telecommunications, Computing & Data Processing. The portfolio spans 2 distinct technology classifications (CPC codes).
The Patent Strength Score (0-100, A-F) benchmarks a company's patent portfolio quality based on portfolio size (30%), claims breadth (25%), time remaining to expiration (25%), and portfolio diversity across technology areas (20%).
Patent Strength Score is based on portfolio size, claims breadth, time to expiration, and technology diversity using CPC classifications.