Mechanical Engineering and Materials｜Businesses and Fields of Practice

Features of the Mechanical Engineering
and Materials Group

Supporting clients through our long history and extensive knowledge

While we are well-known in the industry as a pioneer in the field of biochemistry, our Mechanical Engineering and Materials Group was established early on in our history. Indeed, its history is almost as long as that of our Biochemistry Group.
The mechanical engineering field has long been an arena of invention, and recent years have seen a stream of new inventions. Patent attorneys working in the mechanical engineering field are required to have accumulated knowledge of past technologies and the ability to quickly grasp new technologies.

Empowering our clients through decades of experience and deep expertise

The Mechanical Engineering and Materials Group comprises numerous experienced patent attorneys with advanced academic qualifications, including graduate degrees as well as professional experience in companies and patent offices. Our patent attorneys are adept at understanding technical details from the inventor’s perspective. They first gain an understanding of the clients’ approach to patent protection and then consider the key points required for acquiring patents. As a result, we can quickly prepare high-quality specifications that embody the technical concept of the invention in an appropriate form while also taking into account future forms of use.

Providing optimal solutions
through close collaboration with inventors

The Mechanical Engineering and Materials Group prioritizes communication with inventors and is committed to providing attentive support. By understanding the intent and purpose of the invention, capturing its essence, and supporting the acquisition of a wide range of rights, we provide optimal solutions to meet the needs of our clients and increase the success rate of their patents. We also actively utilize AI translation to handle foreign-related matters quickly and efficiently.

Collaborating across disciplines and responding with a global perspective

To address advanced and complex technical issues, the Mechanical Engineering and Materials Group works closely with the Biotechnology and Chemistry Group and the Electrical Engineering and Communication Technology Group, and has established a system that integrates knowledge from different technical fields. Our patent attorneys are well-versed in the latest patent systems and technological trends, so they can provide advice from a global perspective and support our clients’ IP activities by handling domestic and foreign patent applications promptly and accurately.

Our Fields of Expertise

Automotive

We specialize in technical fields related to internal combustion engines, fuel cells, drive units, electric motors, rechargeable batteries, engine control, vehicle control, drive control, and advanced safety systems. Our expertise also extends to vehicle operation technologies, including infrastructure integration, vehicle structure, and control systems. In addition, we have specialized knowledge in factory-related technologies such as labor-saving equipment, robots, sensors, welding systems, and factory automation used in automotive manufacturing plants.

Materials

We specialize in materials-related technologies, including metals, polymers, carbon, and composite materials. We possess deep expertise in material selection, processing techniques, and the development of new materials, allowing them to draft precise patent specifications and define the optimal scope of protection.

Machinery and machine tools

We specialize in technical fields related to machinery and machine tools, with a particular focus on agricultural and construction equipment designed for automated or remote operation.