Zimmer Biomet Patent Portfolio
35 US patents · Average 27 claims per patent
Technology Focus Areas
Patent Details
| Patent # | Title | Granted | Expires | Claims | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10004707 | Apparatus for dynamic data encoding in cloud systems | Feb 4, 2024 | Feb 10, 2042 | 23 | 15.8y left |
| 10004708 | System for autonomous neural network processing with AI-driven | Mar 6, 2026 | Aug 11, 2042 | 7 | 16.3y left |
| 10004709 | Computer-implemented method for low-latency quantum optimization | Dec 3, 2018 | Jun 22, 2035 | 28 | 9.2y left |
| 10004710 | Method for low-latency channel estimation in blockchain communications | Apr 28, 2015 | Apr 18, 2033 | 12 | 7.0y left |
| 10004711 | System for configurable signal transmission in quantum networks | Jan 17, 2023 | Mar 16, 2041 | 26 | 14.9y left |
| 10004712 | Apparatus for advanced data encoding in lidar systems | Jul 11, 2009 | Feb 1, 2025 | 22 | Expired |
| 10004713 | Method for high-performance machine learning inference using cloud | Dec 5, 2021 | Feb 21, 2039 | 46 | 12.9y left |
| 10004714 | Computer-implemented method for optimized RF optimization | Sep 10, 2025 | Aug 22, 2042 | 33 | 16.4y left |
| 10004715 | System for dynamic signal transmission in RF networks | Nov 26, 2015 | Jun 13, 2032 | 33 | 6.2y left |
| 10004716 | System for optimized neural network processing with CMOS | Dec 23, 2025 | Feb 15, 2042 | 20 | 15.9y left |
| 10004717 | Method for distributed wireless communication using cloud | Aug 20, 2008 | Mar 6, 2024 | 15 | Expired |
| 10004718 | Method for modular machine learning inference using 5G | Dec 9, 2011 | Sep 22, 2028 | 35 | 2.5y left |
| 10004719 | System for low-latency signal transmission in AI-driven networks | Apr 19, 2018 | Nov 10, 2036 | 14 | 10.6y left |
| 10004720 | Method for scalable wireless communication using nano-scale | Jun 2, 2012 | Apr 9, 2028 | 28 | 2.0y left |
| 10004721 | Method for autonomous channel estimation in edge communications | Jul 22, 2021 | Nov 17, 2037 | 27 | 11.6y left |
| 10004722 | System for configurable signal transmission in lidar networks | Mar 10, 2024 | Aug 1, 2040 | 25 | 14.3y left |
| 10004723 | System for improved signal transmission in 5G networks | Jun 21, 2019 | Dec 28, 2037 | 11 | 11.7y left |
| 10004724 | System for distributed signal transmission in 5G networks | Feb 15, 2021 | Oct 26, 2037 | 28 | 11.6y left |
| 10004725 | Computer-implemented method for multi-layer edge optimization | Dec 24, 2011 | Apr 15, 2027 | 21 | 1.0y left |
| 10004726 | Method for enhanced channel estimation in neural communications | Oct 2, 2019 | Oct 10, 2037 | 41 | 11.5y left |
| 10004727 | Apparatus for optimized computational operations in MEMS environments | Nov 23, 2021 | Apr 19, 2038 | 5 | 12.0y left |
| 10004728 | Apparatus for modular computational operations in 5G environments | May 20, 2013 | Aug 11, 2030 | 47 | 4.3y left |
| 10004729 | Method for efficient channel estimation in digital communications | Jul 12, 2018 | Jun 1, 2036 | 41 | 10.2y left |
| 10004730 | Method for configurable wireless communication using cloud | May 21, 2009 | Mar 9, 2025 | 46 | Expired |
| 10004731 | System for improved neural network processing with cloud | Sep 7, 2025 | Feb 17, 2042 | 21 | 15.9y left |
| 10004732 | Method for enhanced channel estimation in lidar communications | Feb 1, 2025 | Mar 19, 2041 | 30 | 14.9y left |
| 10004733 | Apparatus for dynamic computational operations in analog environments | Nov 14, 2005 | Sep 21, 2022 | 45 | Expired |
| 10004734 | System for modular neural network processing with graphene | Nov 2, 2018 | Jul 19, 2036 | 13 | 10.3y left |
| 10004735 | Method for modular wireless communication using blockchain | Aug 27, 2005 | Sep 5, 2021 | 28 | Expired |
| 10004736 | Apparatus for high-performance data encoding in neural systems | Jan 2, 2022 | Mar 17, 2039 | 42 | 12.9y left |
| 10004737 | System for configurable neural network processing with MEMS | Jan 23, 2025 | May 5, 2043 | 49 | 17.1y left |
| 10004738 | Method for integrated channel estimation in 5G communications | Nov 21, 2027 | Feb 3, 2043 | 36 | 16.8y left |
| 10004739 | Computer-implemented method for distributed cloud optimization | Jul 21, 2025 | Jun 2, 2042 | 27 | 16.2y left |
| 10004740 | System and method for low-latency data processing using CMOS | Oct 17, 2026 | May 19, 2044 | 25 | 18.1y left |
| 10004741 | System for scalable neural network processing with photonic | Jun 23, 2018 | Dec 8, 2034 | 8 | 8.7y left |
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Zimmer Biomet holds 35 US patents with an average of 27 claims per patent. The portfolio has a Patent Strength Score of 40/100 (Grade D).
Zimmer Biomet has 1 patents expiring within 2 years and 4 patents expiring within 5 years. These expirations may create opportunities for competitors and generic entrants.
Zimmer Biomet'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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