AVs and Intellectual Property

Status: Complete

Lead Researcher(s)

Bryce Pilz
Directory of Licensing, University of Michigan Office Of Tech Transfer

Project Team

Project Abstract

For this white paper, we studied trends in the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry in three areas of intellectual property (IP). Part I covers patent filings and patent litigation. Part II covers technology transactions–agreements that involve the development, licensing, and supply of technology, products, services and IP rights.

Project Outcome

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich will produce a white paper on IP and technology transactions.


BUDGET YEAR: 2018-01-01
RESEARCH CATEGORY: LEGAL LIABILITY & INSURANCE