Internet of Things patent applications on 18th September 2025
Internet of Things Patent Applications on 18th September 2025
Executive Summary
On 18th September 2025, 182 patent applications related to Internet of Things were published, representing 2.5% of all patent applications for the day. This moderate level of activity shows Internet of Things is gaining significant attention from innovators.
Market Analysis
Leading Organizations
The top organizations driving Internet of Things innovation include:
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- QUALCOMM Incorporated: 6 applications (3.3% of Internet of Things patents)
- Samsung Electronics Co Ltd: 6 applications (3.3% of Internet of Things patents)
- Huawei Technologies Co Ltd: 6 applications (3.3% of Internet of Things patents)
- Intel Corporation: 5 applications (2.7% of Internet of Things patents)
- Apple Inc: 5 applications (2.7% of Internet of Things patents)
These 5 organizations account for 28 applications (15.4% of all Internet of Things patents), indicating a diverse and competitive landscape.
Technology Deep Dive
Core Innovation Areas
Patent applications in Internet of Things encompass several key innovation areas:
- Internet Of Things: Core technology area
- Iot: Core technology area
- Sensor Network: Core technology area
- Smart Device: Core technology area
Technical Classification Analysis
The most active CPC classifications in Internet of Things include:
- H04W4/029 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 11 applications (6.0%)
- H04W4/021 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 10 applications (5.5%)
- H04W4/40 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 10 applications (5.5%)
- H04W4/80 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 10 applications (5.5%)
- H04W48/16 (Discovering, processing access restriction or access information): 9 applications (4.9%)
- H04W48/20 (Selecting an access point): 9 applications (4.9%)
- H04W48/18 (Selecting a network or a communication service): 8 applications (4.4%)
- H04W4/44 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 7 applications (3.8%)
- H04W4/38 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 7 applications (3.8%)
- G06F2213/40 (ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models): 6 applications (3.3%)
Global Innovation Landscape
Innovation in Internet of Things spans multiple countries:
- US: 267 inventors (46.8%)
- CN: 93 inventors (16.3%)
- KR: 46 inventors (8.1%)
- DE: 28 inventors (4.9%)
- IN: 25 inventors (4.4%)
- CA: 20 inventors (3.5%)
- JP: 19 inventors (3.3%)
- TW: 12 inventors (2.1%)
- FI: 7 inventors (1.2%)
- CH: 7 inventors (1.2%)
The US accounts for 46.8% of inventors in Internet of Things, showing significant but not dominant innovation activity.
Industry Collaborations
Notable collaborations in Internet of Things include:
- HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Ă KIA CORPORATION: 3 joint applications
- The University of Hong Kong Ă Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Ltd: 1 joint applications
- Wnl Biomed Tech Pty Ltd Ă ZhongâAo Biomedical Technology (Guangdong) Co Ltd: 1 joint applications
- Japan Eco-Science Co Ltd Ă Miroku Co Ltd: 1 joint applications
- Univerza V Ljubljani Ă Max-Planck-Gesellschaft Zur FĂśrderung Der Wissenschaften Ev: 1 joint applications
These collaborations represent 7 joint applications, indicating emerging collaboration trends in Internet of Things.
Leading Inventors
Key inventors driving Internet of Things innovation:
- Julien Dersy of Guildford GB: 2 applications
- Joshua Cooper of Columbia SC US: 2 applications
- Vasanth Ranganathan of El Dorado Hills CA US: 2 applications
- Yongsheng Liu of San Diego CA US: 2 applications
- John A. Wiegert of Aloha OR US: 2 applications
- Seiya YOSHIDA of Nagoya JP: 2 applications
- Mikko Palmroth of Tampere FI: 1 applications
- Vesa Siltanen of Tampere FI: 1 applications
- Johannes Kaarnametsa of Tampere FI: 1 applications
- Yunhe DING of Shenzhen CN: 1 applications
Recent Patent Applications
Representative Internet of Things patent applications from 18th September 2025:
20250287887. METHOD FOR MEASURING AND ANALYZING A FOREST AREA FOR A FORESTRY VEHICLE
Applicant: Deere & Company
Abstract: A method for measuring and analyzing a forest area for a forestry vehicle. The forestry vehicle comprises a tree detection device coupled to the vehicle and configured to detect trees in the forest area. A vehicle positioning device coupled to the vehicle and configured to detect a position and an orientation of the vehicle. A forest work area is divided into homogeneous square areas or a grid. The tree detection device identifies standing trees which are assigned to the grid, so that an average...
20250287919. Method, Apparatus and Device for Determining Boundary of Wireless Fence Based on Progressive Distance Triggering
Applicant: Shenzhen Paileji Technology Co Ltd
Abstract: The embodiments of the invention relate to the technical field of the internet, and disclose a method for determining the boundary of a wireless fence based on progressive distance triggering. The method comprises: detecting a real-time distance between a target device and a central point of a wireless fence according to a distance detection period, wherein at least two concentric circles are set with the central point of the wireless fence as a center, and each circle denotes a range radius; wh...
20250287923. Dual-Wavelength Phototherapy Animal Health System
Abstract: A spherical, bone or other shaped pet health device includes a 0.5% to 5% thermoplastic resin casing, equipped with a dual wavelength LED system emitting blue (400-460 nm) and red (600-670 nm) light. The device incorporates a printed circuit board (PCB) with LEDs, a voltage regulator, and a motion sensor which activates the LEDs upon impact, with light emission lasting between 4-6 minutes. Some embodiments include a capacitive touch sensor or pressure sensor to trigger the LED system. The device...
20250288212. REMOTE PATIENT MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS
Applicant: Masimo Corp
Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for remote patient management and monitoring. The patient is monitored with a wireless sensor system connected to an application executing on a patient user computing device. The system continuously monitors physiological parameters, such as, but not limited to, blood oxygen saturation (SpO
20250288242. MINIMAL INVASIVE ELECTROCORTICOGRAPHIC BRAIN-COMPUTER INTERFACE
Applicant: The University of Hong Kong, Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Ltd
Abstract: A guidewires-driven brain-computer interface system for minimally invasive implantation is provided, including an array of flexible electrodes and a plurality of flexible guidewires attached to the array of flexible electrodes. The array of flexible electrodes includes a plurality of insulation parylene-C layers, metal interconnect lines, and electrodes. The plurality of flexible guidewires are configured to be guided by an external mechanical force such that the array of flexible electrodes tra...
Market Implications
Innovation Intensity
With 182 applications in a single day, Internet of Things demonstrates very high innovation intensity, suggesting rapid technological advancement and strong commercial interest.
Competitive Landscape
Innovation in Internet of Things involves 134 organizations, indicating a highly competitive and diverse landscape with many players investing in R&D.
Technology Outlook
Emerging themes in Internet of Things patents include: data, with, communication, network, information, suggesting future development in these areas.
The current patent activity level suggests Internet of Things is in a growth phase with increasing market adoption and investment.
Related Technology Areas
Innovation in Internet of Things often intersects with other emerging technologies:
- Semiconductors: 575 applications
- Medical Devices: 433 applications
- 5G Technology: 246 applications
- Cybersecurity: 236 applications
- Generative AI: 176 applications
- Renewable Energy: 175 applications
- Biotechnology: 169 applications
- Environmental Tech: 144 applications