The startup offers an AI-based patent writing tool that organizes patent documentation, minimizes errors, and enhances quality through streamlined workflow and docket management. This solution enables inventors to articulate their ideas clearly and allows in-house counsel to make informed decisions efficiently, all within a single, accessible file.
Funding
$570K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
The patent drafting process is often time-consuming and prone to errors, requiring significant effort from inventors and in-house counsel to produce high-quality patent applications. Managing the various stages of patent documentation, from initial invention disclosure to final drafting, can be cumbersome and inefficient.
Solution
Edge provides an AI-powered platform designed to streamline the patent drafting process, improving efficiency and accuracy for patent professionals. The platform offers tools for drafting patent applications, creating and editing figures, managing invention disclosures, and automating workflows. By leveraging AI, Edge helps users complete complex tasks in less time, reduce errors, and maintain data security throughout the patent lifecycle. The platform's features are designed to be customizable and adaptable to various practice needs, supporting both USPTO and EPO regional requirements.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes both outside and in-house counsel at institutions of all sizes, as well as patent professionals seeking to improve efficiency and accuracy in their patent drafting process.
Features
- AI-assisted drafting of patent claims, detailed descriptions, and backgrounds
- Patent-focused figure editor with AI-powered flow chart generation and element name suggestions
- Intelligent lead line drawing and reference number management for figures
- Automated parsing of inventor disclosures from various formats (PDF, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Customizable templates and drafting styles to match specific practice preferences
- Secure inventor portal for managing and controlling disclosure flow
- Regionalization features supporting USPTO and EPO requirements
- SOC 2 Type II certification and GDPR compliance with data encryption in transit and at rest