Tripling Down on Space: U.S. Space Force Expands Launch Contracts to $17B, Raising the Stakes for IP
The Space Force’s decision to triple the size of its Lane 1 launch procurement contract underscores its expectation of rapidly increasing demand for commercial space launch services and related technologies, highlighting the importance of a strong intellectual property strategy for companies competing in this growing industry.
Protecting Innovation: Intellectual Property Considerations for NASA’s 2026 Innovative Technology Concepts
NASA’s 2026 NIAC selections demonstrate how early-stage, federally supported research can lay the foundation for future aerospace breakthroughs. As these technologies mature, innovators should consider intellectual property strategies, including patent protection, commercialization opportunities, and any intellectual property obligations associated with applicable funding arrangements.
U.S. Patent Claim Strategies for In-Space Repair and Orbital Assembly Technologies
Given the territorial limitations of U.S. Patent Claims, patenting technology for in-space repair and assembly of orbital technology can be challenging. The following blog post discusses strategies for drafting enforceable claims related to these technologies.
PODCAST: Understanding AI and Patent Eligibility
Jarom D. Kesler & Bryan McWhorter
In this episode of Knobbe IP+, Knobbe Martens partners Jarom Kesler and Bryan McWhorter discuss the latest developments in AI and patent eligibility. Sharing insights for both fellow IP practitioners and inventors seeking to patent their latest innovations, Jarom and Bryan answer some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding the role of AI in the patent process: Can AI be listed as an inventor on a patent? What are the common pitfalls to avoid in the AI patenting process?
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