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Illinois Tool Works Patent Portfolio

35 US patents · Average 23 claims per patent

D
Patent Strength
39/100
35
Total Patents
23
Avg Claims
3
Expiring in 2 Years
5
Expiring in 5 Years

Technology Focus Areas

TelecommunicationsH04
35 patents
Computing & Data ProcessingG06
35 patents

Patent Details

Patent #TitleGrantedExpiresClaimsStatus
10004357Method for optimized channel estimation in 5G communicationsNov 10, 2005Sep 16, 202212Expired
10004358Method for configurable wireless communication using AI-drivenJun 12, 2007May 14, 202532Expired
10004359Apparatus for scalable data encoding in nano-scale systemsJan 28, 2024Jul 26, 20411715.3y left
10004360System for advanced neural network processing with cloudJul 1, 2016Nov 19, 2034258.6y left
10004361Method for improved machine learning inference using neuralJan 20, 2011Mar 8, 2028281.9y left
10004362System and method for low-latency data processing using neuralApr 6, 2024Dec 4, 20424716.7y left
10004363System for integrated neural network processing with neuralDec 20, 2020Jan 8, 2037610.8y left
10004364Method for modular machine learning inference using cloudMar 16, 2020Jul 1, 20363510.2y left
10004365Computer-implemented method for multi-layer lidar optimizationFeb 19, 2021Dec 20, 20381012.7y left
10004366System for distributed neural network processing with CMOSJan 13, 2020Jul 26, 2038612.3y left
10004367Apparatus for distributed data encoding in CMOS systemsNov 7, 2014Mar 22, 2031245.0y left
10004368System for modular signal transmission in MEMS networksDec 2, 2028Dec 21, 20443118.7y left
10004369System for scalable signal transmission in analog networksNov 1, 2025Nov 15, 20413715.6y left
10004370Method for optimized channel estimation in RF communicationsJul 6, 2021Jul 21, 20383812.3y left
10004371Method for advanced channel estimation in digital communicationsJan 26, 2009Oct 2, 2026390.5y left
10004372System for distributed signal transmission in 5G networksJan 12, 2014Jan 7, 2031154.8y left
10004373System for low-latency signal transmission in analog networksDec 6, 2027Nov 10, 20443918.6y left
10004374Computer-implemented method for multi-layer lidar optimizationOct 25, 2026Jul 27, 2042516.3y left
10004375System and method for dynamic data processing using photonicFeb 18, 2014Jul 3, 2031225.2y left
10004376Method for multi-layer channel estimation in photonic communicationsJul 25, 2026Aug 4, 20444618.3y left
10004377System for dynamic neural network processing with grapheneAug 13, 2023Dec 19, 20391613.7y left
10004378System and method for distributed data processing using blockchainJun 2, 2025Jan 13, 20422315.8y left
10004379Apparatus for integrated computational operations in RF environmentsJul 26, 2025Dec 27, 20431517.7y left
10004380System for high-performance neural network processing with AI-drivenApr 9, 2020Nov 24, 20362210.6y left
10004381Apparatus for optimized computational operations in lidar environmentsApr 20, 2020Feb 8, 20374310.8y left
10004382Method for configurable channel estimation in photonic communicationsDec 5, 2026Jun 24, 2043817.2y left
10004383Apparatus for efficient computational operations in MEMS environmentsOct 7, 2027Sep 22, 20432417.5y left
10004384Apparatus for multi-layer data encoding in quantum systemsMar 26, 2004Jun 18, 202212Expired
10004385System for optimized signal transmission in lidar networksDec 11, 2009Feb 11, 202531Expired
10004386Apparatus for enhanced computational operations in quantum environmentsJun 8, 2019Mar 26, 2036810.0y left
10004387Apparatus for adaptive data encoding in 5G systemsFeb 14, 2010Jan 2, 2027170.7y left
10004388Method for multi-layer wireless communication using edgeFeb 17, 2028May 25, 20441418.1y left
10004389Apparatus for autonomous data encoding in MEMS systemsMay 1, 2027Apr 23, 20441918.0y left
10004390System for adaptive signal transmission in analog networksNov 11, 2028Jun 28, 20443318.2y left
10004391Method for enhanced channel estimation in nano-scale communicationsJan 18, 2023Mar 4, 20402313.9y left

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Frequently Asked Questions

Illinois Tool Works holds 35 US patents with an average of 23 claims per patent. The portfolio has a Patent Strength Score of 39/100 (Grade D).

Illinois Tool Works has 3 patents expiring within 2 years and 5 patents expiring within 5 years. These expirations may create opportunities for competitors and generic entrants.

Illinois Tool Works'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%).

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