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Mechanical Engineering
With the rise of computer-aided machining and production, the intricacies of mechanical engineering have grown exponentially – as have the attendant intellectual property issues. The Intellectual Property Group of Ropes & Gray has represented clients in matters relating to the mechanical arts for more than 125 years. Our team of intellectual property lawyers, patent agents and technical advisors continues the firm’s proud tradition in this field, offering a depth and breadth of knowledge in mechanical engineering that is unmatched.
Intellectual Property Group attorneys, patent agents and technical advisors are on the cutting edge of their respective disciplines. More than 22 of our professionals have advanced degrees in mechanical engineering or related fields—including 6 Ph.D.s in engineering-related fields.
Moreover, our sophisticated in-house graphics and animation team makes the explanation of even the most complex mechanical process understandable to judges, juries and other non-technical audiences.
A significant development in the mechanical arts is the growing cross-linkage to electrical engineering and other disciplines, in everything from engines and pumps, to compressors, to white goods and other types of modern machine technology. With our depth and resources, we have the ability to assemble a team that brings together legal and technical expertise from across a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines.
Some of the areas we have worked in over the past several years include mechanical engineering issues related to ships and aircraft, industrial control equipment, construction machines, electricity generators and batteries, taps and valves, agricultural equipment, machine tools, industrial bearings, locks, pumps, printing and textile machines, compressors and lighting. Our clients include Tyco, TRW Automotive, Stanley Works and Mitsuibishi Heavy Industries.
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