Description
We follow a 4-step process to extract a patent dataset specifically related to Wi-Fi 6. Starting from thorough research of Wi-Fi 6 documents to the preparation of a detailed taxonomy, filtration of patents through CPCs, discussion dates, and other relevant search strings. Thereby, categorizing each patent based on its relevance and then extracting patent claims for further study.
By following this methodical approach, our team successfully prepared a portfolio comprising approximately 3000+ patents related to Wi-Fi 6 features.
To assess a patent’s essentiality, each claim is manually analysed by our technical expert team with respect to the Wi-Fi 6 standard to verify whether all claim elements are present. We have classified a patent as potentially essential, potentially non-essential, or medium based on the following criteria:
- A patent is classified as potentially essential if claim elements align with the Wi-Fi 6 specifications.
- Conversely, the patent is classified as potentially non-essential if any element is missing or conflicts with the standard, such as contradictory requirements or descriptions.
- A patent is marked as medium if the main technical aspects are present in the Wi-Fi 6 standard, but some elements are not explicitly defined and can only be reasonably inferred from the identified sections.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Wi-Fi 6 essentiality analysis cover?
It assesses patents with respect to the IEEE 802.11ax standard, which is Wi-Fi 6. Using a combination of relevant keywords and CPCs, more than 3000 distinct patent families related to Wi-Fi 6 were identified. After in-depth analysis, 2011 active and granted patents were shortlisted as exclusively related to Wi-Fi 6. A further 78 patent applications were pending at various patent offices and were left out of the final dataset, since only active granted patents were carried into the evaluation.
Which Wi-Fi 6 technology areas are examined?
The analysis covers major Wi-Fi 6 technology areas, namely OFDMA, MU-MIMO, beamforming, TWT, BSS color, spatial streams and 160 MHz. Those features sit at the core of the 802.11ax specification. Organising the portfolio by feature lets a reader see which companies hold positions in which part of the standard, rather than reading a single total for Wi-Fi 6. Each patent in the set was mapped to the corresponding sections of the standard.
How is essentiality assessed against the 802.11ax standard?
A four-step process builds the dataset first: research of Wi-Fi 6 documents, preparation of a detailed taxonomy, filtration of patents through CPCs, discussion dates and other search strings, then categorisation by relevance and extraction of claims. Each claim is then analysed manually by the technical expert team against the Wi-Fi 6 standard to verify whether all claim elements are present. Manual claim reading is used because classification data alone does not show whether a claim reads on the specification.
Who is this analysis for and how is it obtained?
It suits licensing teams, chipset and device makers, and IP counsel who need a claim level view of which patents align with IEEE 802.11ax before negotiating or budgeting. Portfolio owners also use it to benchmark their own filings. The report is supplied on request through the contact page of the website rather than through an online purchase. Scope can be adjusted, so mention any feature area, assignee set or level of claim detail you need when requesting it.
