💡 Weekly Patent Gems: Top 10 Expiring Innovations

Welcome to another expiring patent edition of Start My Idea.

Here are the business ventures inspired by the latest batch of expiring patents:

TODAY’S TREND
📈 Expiring Patents

The expiry of patents represents a goldmine for innovation. Once a patent expires, its protected technology becomes publicly accessible, removing barriers to entry and fostering competitive markets.

THIS WEEK’S EXPIRING PATENTS
💡10 ideas based on expiring patents

💡 Eco-Friendly Glazing Solutions

• Patent: Method of Treating Glazing Panel

• Idea: Introduce an eco-friendly, energy-efficient glazing treatment service for buildings.

• Where to Start: Partner with construction firms and window manufacturers to apply this treatment to new and existing structures.

💡 Advanced Agricultural Machinery

• Patent: Knee Joint Assembly

• Idea: Develop state-of-the-art joint assemblies for agricultural machinery, enhancing mobility and durability.

• Where to Start: Reach out to agricultural machinery manufacturers to integrate this tech into their product lines.

💡 Smart Lighting for Cyclists

• Patent: Illumination Apparatus

• Idea: Create smart, energy-efficient lighting systems for bicycles, enhancing rider safety.

• Where to Start: Work with bicycle manufacturers to install these lighting systems on new models.

💡 PWM-Controlled Hydraulic Systems

• Patent: Current Driver Employing Pulse-Width Modulation

• Idea: Offer PWM-controlled hydraulic circuits for industrial machinery, promising precision and energy savings.

• Where to Start: Liaise with industrial equipment manufacturers for integration into their systems.

💡 Innovative Home Screen Systems

• Patent: Screen Frame with Integral Roll Screen Compartment

• Idea: Design home window frames with built-in, easy-to-use screen systems.

• Where to Start: Collaborate with home construction companies to feature this in new home designs.

💡 Enhanced Wrapping Machines

• Patent: Wrapping Machine and Top Foil Wrapping Machine

• Idea: Develop advanced wrapping machines for the logistics and packaging industry.

• Where to Start: Showcase to logistics companies and packaging suppliers, focusing on efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

💡 Advanced Medical Imaging

• Patent: Radiological Image Pickup Apparatus

• Idea: Launch a line of advanced radiological imaging devices with improved diagnostic capabilities.

• Where to Start: Team up with medical device distributors and healthcare providers.

💡 Hydraulic Lift Innovations

• Patent: Hydraulic Control Circuit for a Hydraulic Lifting Cylinder

• Idea: Produce advanced hydraulic lift systems for construction and warehouse operations.

• Where to Start: Market to construction equipment suppliers and warehouse logistics firms.

💡 Hair Coloring Technologies

• Patent: Hair Coloring Apparatus and Method

• Idea: Offer innovative hair coloring devices to salons for enhanced precision and results.

• Where to Start: Engage with beauty salons and hair care professionals for demonstrations and partnerships.

💡 Eco-Conscious Water Filters

• Patent: Water Filter

• Idea: Provide eco-friendly water filtration systems for residential and commercial use.

• Where to Start: Approach home appliance stores and commercial businesses with a focus on sustainability.

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