Breakthrough In Optical Fibre Technology: Sterlite Technologies Wins Patent Dispute
Breakthrough In Optical Fibre Technology: Sterlite Technologies Wins Patent Dispute
Patent Office upholds Sterlite's innovative optical fibre design
Sterlite Technologies secures a patent for its innovative optical fibre design, overcoming opposition from HFCL Limited. The patent application, No. 201721002861, relates to a two-layered optical fibre cable with specific characteristics.
The Patent Office dismissed all grounds of opposition, including lack of novelty and inventive step. Sterlite Technologies successfully demonstrated the technical distinctiveness of the claimed invention. The allowed claims define the optical fibre's structure and properties, including diameter and modulus ranges for the coating layers.
The patent's grant highlights Sterlite Technologies' commitment to research and development in the optical fibre industry. The company's innovative solutions are expected to drive growth and advancements in the field.
In this case the applicant was represented by team Anand & Anand led by Ms. Archana Shanker, Mr. Kumar Abhishek and Ms. Niharika Udainiya, Advocates. Meanwhile the opponent was represented by team Saikrishna & Associates led by Mr. Mitra Amitavo, Advocate.
