Air Force Plans Exclusive Patent License for Satellite Power-Sharing Technology
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The notice announces the Air Force’s plan to give DarkPulse an exclusive license to a U.S. patent for technology that lets satellites share power within a constellation. The technology is designed to beam power from one satellite to another so high-demand operations, such as electric propulsion, can be supported. Companies or researchers interested in the same patent have a short window to act. Written objections, or a competing license application, must be submitted within 15 calendar days after publication and must include Docket No. PRS-284.
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Key Changes
- The Air Force signals its intent to grant DarkPulse an exclusive license to U.S. Patent No. 11,760,509.
- The patent covers satellite power-sharing technology for charging or supporting satellites during high-power operations.
- Objections or competing license applications must be filed within 15 calendar days after publication.
Obligations
What this law requires
Any party wishing to object to the Air Force’s proposed exclusive patent license to DarkPulse must file a written objection with the AFRL/RDOX Technology Transfer Office and must include Docket No. PRS-284 in the subject line of the submission.
A written objection must sufficiently show that granting the exclusive patent license would be inconsistent with the Bayh-Dole Act or its implementing regulations.
Any party submitting a competing patent license application must complete the application in compliance with 37 CFR 404.8 and ensure it is received by the Air Force within the objection period; such an application will be treated as an objection and may be considered as an alternative to the proposed license.