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Patent Dispute Erupts Over Scavenger Robots: Kerala’s Genrobotics Files Lawsuit Against IIT Madras Startup

Gayatri / April 29, 2025

A legal battle has broken out in the field of sanitation technology as Genrobotics, a Kerala-based robotics company known for its sewer-cleaning robot ‘Bandicoot’, has taken legal action against a startup incubated at IIT Madras. The dispute centers on alleged patent infringement involving robotic systems designed to eliminate manual scavenging. The company argues that its […]

Patents: A Hidden Cost Trap for Startups – How to Navigate Without Overspending

For many startups, patents seem like a necessary but one-time expense. However, the reality is far more complicated. Filing a patent might appear straightforward, but the costs involved are anything but. From legal fees and government charges to international filings and ongoing maintenance costs, the true expense of a U.S. patent can easily exceed $50,000