Internet of Things patent applications on 21st August 2025
Internet of Things Patent Applications on 21st August 2025
Executive Summary
On 21st August 2025, 180 patent applications related to Internet of Things were published, representing 2.8% 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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- Samsung Electronics Co Ltd: 18 applications (10.0% of Internet of Things patents)
- QUALCOMM Incorporated: 10 applications (5.6% of Internet of Things patents)
- Apple Inc: 9 applications (5.0% of Internet of Things patents)
- Huawei Technologies Co Ltd: 4 applications (2.2% of Internet of Things patents)
- SUZHOU METABRAIN INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD: 3 applications (1.7% of Internet of Things patents)
These 5 organizations account for 44 applications (24.4% 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): 15 applications (8.3%)
- H04W4/80 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 14 applications (7.8%)
- H04W48/08 (Access restriction or access information delivery, e.g. discovery data delivery (signalling during connection): 9 applications (5.0%)
- H04W4/90 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 7 applications (3.9%)
- G06F13/1668 (ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models): 7 applications (3.9%)
- H04W48/16 (Discovering, processing access restriction or access information): 7 applications (3.9%)
- H04W48/18 (Selecting a network or a communication service): 7 applications (3.9%)
- G06F13/4221 (Bus transfer protocol, e.g. handshake; Synchronisation): 6 applications (3.3%)
- H04W4/021 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 6 applications (3.3%)
- H04W40/12 (WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS (broadcast communication): 6 applications (3.3%)
Global Innovation Landscape
Innovation in Internet of Things spans multiple countries:
- US: 319 inventors (53.3%)
- KR: 76 inventors (12.7%)
- CN: 72 inventors (12.0%)
- JP: 25 inventors (4.2%)
- DE: 24 inventors (4.0%)
- IN: 17 inventors (2.8%)
- CA: 14 inventors (2.3%)
- GB: 9 inventors (1.5%)
- GR: 9 inventors (1.5%)
- IL: 5 inventors (0.8%)
The US accounts for 53.3% of inventors in Internet of Things, showing significant but not dominant innovation activity.
Industry Collaborations
Notable collaborations in Internet of Things include:
- UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS × University Of Houston System: 1 joint applications
- UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS × Sanarentero Llc: 1 joint applications
- University Of Houston System × Sanarentero Llc: 1 joint applications
- AutoNetworks Technologies Ltd × Sumitomo Wiring Systems Ltd: 1 joint applications
- AutoNetworks Technologies Ltd × SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES LTD: 1 joint applications
These collaborations represent 5 joint applications, indicating emerging collaboration trends in Internet of Things.
Leading Inventors
Key inventors driving Internet of Things innovation:
- Dawei Zhang of Saratoga CA US: 7 applications
- Haitong Sun of Cupertino CA US: 6 applications
- Hong He of San Jose CA US: 6 applications
- Sigen Ye of San Diego CA US: 5 applications
- Ankit Bhamri of Bad Nauheim DE: 4 applications
- Wei Zeng of San Diego CA US: 4 applications
- Chunxuan Ye of San Diego CA US: 4 applications
- Huaning Niu of San Jose CA US: 4 applications
- Jumpei ICHINOKAWA of Tokyo JP: 2 applications
- Naveen BHORIA of Plano TX US: 2 applications
Recent Patent Applications
Representative Internet of Things patent applications from 21st August 2025:
20250261642. POLYMER COACERAVATES AND METHODS OF DISRUPTING AND REMOVING BIOFILMS
Abstract: A polyester coacervate capable of disrupting biofilms formed on substrates and methods of treating contaminated substrates to disrupt and remove biofilms using polyester coacervates without the need for antibiotic therapies or mechanical disruption. The polyester coacervate exhibits tunable viscosity, hydrophobic/hydrophilic, and interfacial properties to disrupt and remove a broad range of biofilms formed on a broad range of substrates.
20250261648. NANO-SYMBIOTIC CATALYST
Abstract: The nano-symbiotic catalyst described herein includes a mixture of a carbon source, water, microbes, a nano-sized organo-mineral complex known as Montmorillonite Alginate, and humic/fulvic acids. Microbes used in the nano-symbiotic catalyst may include microbes classified as Plant growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) and Plant Growth Promoting Fungi (PGPF). The nano-symbiotic catalyst enhances the speed at which a beneficial microbe and plant form a symbiotically mutual relationship. Due to the...
20250261730. Smart Walking Cane
Abstract: A smart walking cane may include a smart cane, a smart device, and a smart software. The smart cane has a cane body, and a cane handle is formed on the top of the cane body to be held by the user. The cane body comprises a nine-axis inertial sensor, a pressure sensor, and a photoelectric sensor. The nine-axis inertial sensor has a three-axis accelerometer, a three-axis gyroscope, and a three-axis magnetometer, and the three-axis accelerometer is used to detect the gravitational acceleration of t...
20250261870. INTEGRATED PRESSURE AND FETAL HEART RATE MONITORING CERVICAL RIPENING CATHETER
Abstract: Cervical ripening catheters are disclosed, and methods for monitoring and measuring a change in intrauterine parameters without rupturing the amniotic sac. The catheter is provided with a uterine balloon, and a pressure sensor in pressure sensing communication with the uterine balloon. Sensing circuitry is configured to detect pressure applied to the pressure-sensor and communicate information relating to uterine contractions. The catheter may also be provided with sensors for determining fetal ...
20250262147. ANTIBIOTIC FORMULATIONS FOR LOWER BACK PAIN
Applicant: Persica Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Abstract: The present invention relates to injectable compositions. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to injectable, thermogelling hydrogel formulations comprising at least one antibiotic for relieving and/or treating low back pain.
Market Implications
Innovation Intensity
With 180 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 115 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, communication, with, that, network, 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:
- Medical Devices: 426 applications
- Semiconductors: 418 applications
- 5G Technology: 248 applications
- Cybersecurity: 229 applications
- Biotechnology: 170 applications
- Renewable Energy: 162 applications
- Environmental Tech: 152 applications
- Generative AI: 149 applications