Licensing

License camera-based AV navigation patents (US + UK)

Current commercial packet (non-exclusive): any field of use; United States and United Kingdom only; $100,000 upfront (50% creditable against royalties within 24 months) + 5% of net sales + $40,000/year minimum after year 1.

This page describes that offer so you can decide whether to inquire. It is not a binding offer. Final terms are negotiated after contact and, where needed, an NDA.

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What you get

Two granted US patents covering camera-based navigation safety and end-to-end deep learning:

• US Patent 12,001,207 — dual-module safety architecture (13 claims)
• US Patent 12,530,030 — clear-passage-determining module and end-to-end deep learning via network topology (20 claims, including Claim 13 covering deep learning for converting navigation instructions into control values)

33 claims total. Both expire March 5, 2041. Full portfolio details.

Primary offer: non-exclusive packet

The lead offer is a non-exclusive license for any field of use under the economics and geography above. It is meant for companies that want clear, published terms and a short path to discussion.

Exclusive licenses and narrower field-of-use licenses are available on request. They are not the default packet on this page.

Geography

Licensing is currently offered for:

• United States — US Patent 12,001,207 and US Patent 12,530,030
• United Kingdom — UK rights

Related European family member EP3786756B1 is not part of the current licensing offer.

How the process works

1. Contact — submit the licensing inquiry form with company background and intended use (US and/or UK).
2. Confidential handling — all licensing inquiries are handled confidentially.
3. NDA — we offer NDAs for detailed technical discussion.
4. Terms — if there is a fit, we negotiate final license terms.

We typically acknowledge inquiries within 2 business days.

Industry applications

These are potential applications inferred from the patents' technical scope, not claims made in the patents themselves.

Automotive

The dual-module safety architecture and clear-passage-determining module apply to camera-first AV systems. Standards compliance (ISO 26262, etc.) would need separate evaluation.

Drones and UAVs

Both patents cover air vessels. The clear-passage-determining module (US 12,530,030) adds traffic-aware decision-making for air vessel navigation. Package delivery, inspection, and other commercial drone operations are potential use cases. Certification requirements (FAA Part 107, etc.) need separate evaluation.

AI and robotics

The 33 claims cover a modular camera-based navigation system for autonomous platforms, using machine learning for safety assessment and clear-passage determination. Claim 13 covers end-to-end deep learning for converting navigation instructions into control values — relevant to learned driving systems, behavioral cloning pipelines, and vision-based models. Patent protection runs through March 2041.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current non-exclusive licensing offer?

A non-exclusive license, any field of use, for the United States and United Kingdom only:

• $100,000 upfront, with 50% creditable against royalties within 24 months
• 5% of net sales
• $40,000 per year minimum after year 1

This page is not a binding offer. Final terms are negotiated.

Which patents and territories are included?

US Patent 12,001,207 and US Patent 12,530,030 (33 claims total; expire March 5, 2041), for the United States and United Kingdom. EP3786756B1 is not offered.

Can I get an exclusive or field-of-use license instead?

Yes. Exclusive and narrower field-of-use arrangements are available on request. The published lead packet is the non-exclusive, any-field-of-use offer for US and UK.

How do I start a licensing inquiry?

Use the contact form. Inquiries are confidential. We offer NDAs before detailed technical discussion, then negotiate terms if there is a fit.

How long does the licensing process take?

Simple non-exclusive arrangements can wrap up in weeks. Exclusive deals take longer, depending on complexity and how quickly both sides respond.