The Lok Sabha secretariat has decided to provide simultaneous interpretation of parliamentary proceedings in Six different languages including Sanskrit. This introduction of Sanskrit interpretation in the Lok Sabha is a testament to the government’s efforts to bring the language into the mainstream. This initiative can serve as a stepping stone for broader applications of Sanskrit in official, scientific, and legal frameworks and proceedings. As a language if it can facilitate real-time parliamentary debates, why not intellectual property filings? In current era other countries are embracing their linguistic heritage in scientific and technical field. India has the opportunity to take a pioneering step by integrating Sanskrit into its patent system.
Although, Sanskrit itself is not directly related to patent or the legal world in the same way as English or other common languages for intellectual property. However, there are a few reasons why Sanskrit might come up in discussions related to patents or intellectual property, even if it’s not the primary language of patents:
1. Historical Context: Sanskrit is one of the oldest languages in the world and has a rich historical and cultural significance. If a intellectual property involves traditional knowledge, especially from regions where Sanskrit is or was historically used, it may be relevant to discussions on the protection of ancient wisdom or practices. In such cases, Sanskrit could be part of the research or documentation, especially when related to traditional Indian medicine, spiritual practices, or ancient technologies that might be patented.
2. Patent Language Innovation: The Patents are usually filed in legal and technical languages (like English, Chinese, Japanese etc). The creative solutions or innovations described in patents might reference Sanskrit, particularly when the patent involves innovations related to language processing, machine learning, or translation tools for rare or ancient languages. For example, a patent could be related to systems that analyze Sanskrit texts or make them more accessible through modern technology.
3. Symbolic Significance: The companies might use Sanskrit or Sanskrit-based words as part of trademarks and for branding their products and services, especially in tech or pharma industries. If a brand name or concept connected to Sanskrit were part of a larger patent dispute or related to intellectual property rights, it might show up in legal news or patent filings.
4. Technology for Translation: Patents related to AI and natural language processing might be used to improve or automate the translation of ancient languages like Sanskrit into modern languages. This could be valuable in academia, research, and technology, which could tie into the patent landscape.
It can reflects India’s ability to connect its ancient traditions and knowledge with modern needs. By reviving Sanskrit in this modern context, India could underscore the enduring relevance of ancient wisdom in addressing contemporary challenges.
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Madras HC Uphold Controller’s Decision Of new AI Patent technology
In a recent judgement, the Madras High Court has upheld the controller’s decision of rejection of a patent application for an invention aimed at integrating human intelligence with artificial intelligence (AI). The applicant, Caleb Suresh Motupalli, had filed a patent application for a system designed to enhance human capabilities by merging human and AI functionalities.
Background of the Invention:
The invention, titled “Necktie Persona-Extender/Environment-Integrator and Method for Super-Augmenting a Persona to Manifest a Pan-Environment Super-Cyborg,” proposed a method to augment human abilities through the integration of AI. The applicant argued that this system would function alongside the user, enhancing both cognitive and physical abilities.
Patent Office Examination:
After examination, the Indian Patent Office issued a First Examination Report (FER) raising objections regarding the applicability, novelty, and compliance of the claimed invention with the provisions of the Patents Act 1970. The applicant made certain amendments to the patent claims and filed for reconsideration. Despite these amendments, the Controller of Patents maintained the objections and refused the application for Patent.
Court’s Decision:
The Madras High Court, presided over by Justice Senthil Kumar Ramamoorthy, dismissed the appeal of restoration of the patent application, stating that there are no sufficient grounds to interfere with the Controller’s decision. The court concluded that the invention lacked sufficient technical detail, clarity, inventive step, and failed to demonstrate patentable subject matter, rendering it non-patentable under the statutory requirements.
Implications:
This decision of the Madras High Court underscores the importance of providing clear and detailed technical features of invention in patent applications, especially in emerging fields like AI integration. It also highlights the necessity for inventions to demonstrate a clear inventive step and technical clarity to meet the patentability criteria under the Patents Act 1970.
Oral Biopsy Device technology Granted a Patent in USPTO
An automated oral biopsy device which is invented by a professor of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed to be University in Bhubaneswar has been granted a Patent by United States patent office.
This device is pen-like shape and user-friendly, it simplifies the biopsy process, eliminating the need for extensive instrumentation and incorporating features like tele-screening and fiber-optic lighting.
This device enhance the accuracy and efficiency of oral disease diagnoses, particularly oral cancer, by enabling early detection and treatment without compromising expert opinion. Professor Mohanty had previously secured two Indian patents for the same product in 2023 and 2024, and a design patent in 2019. She filed for the U.S. patent in 2019, which was granted recently.
The research was funded by the Department of Science and Technology for prototype development, with support from Startup Odisha for need-based assistance. This innovation has garnered recognition, including the Global Outreach Dental Innovation Award in 2021, and was showcased at the Global Bio India 2024 in New Delhi.
This useful invention will help the patients immensely with early diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases without compromising on the expert opinion and reducing the burden of oral diseases, specially oral cancer.
UIET granted a patent for Multi Plant Transplanting technology
UIET Institute granted a patent for Multi Vegetable Transplanting. It will speed up the plant saplings by saving time, energy and money.
According to Prof. Sachdeva (Vice Chancellor), promoting research and research is their main priority. To promote innovation, entrepreneurship and self-employment, two incubation centers have also been established in UIET Institute. Research and innovation is the key solution to social problems including agriculture, business, science and technology.
This patent was applied in June 2023 by the team of Department of Mechanical Engineering. A team of 19 students from the Mechanical Department along with Dr. Sanjay Kajal, Dr. Sunil Nain, Dr. Anuradha, Dr. Upendra Dhull. The machine was also displayed at Mahatma Phule Agricultural University, Pune, Maharashtra for assessment and inspection purpose.
350 saplings can be planted in one go
In the agricultural sector, the work of planting saplings is done by hand, which takes more manpower and time. By using this machine a farmer sows in his field, he can adjust the distance from plant to plant and line to line in the machine as per his wish. This machine not only saves time and energy in planting trees but also saves money. The machine has technology of a transmission, Geneva and rotor mechanism, through which the distance can be set according to the need of the plant.
The space is provided for two trays, through which 350 plants can be planted at a time. This machine can transplant many plants like brinjal, tomato and chilli.