Company patents

Appleton Grp LLC

Appleton Grp LLC's patent strategy appears to be undergoing a significant shift, with a notable decline across nearly all categories since 2023. For instance, Electric Heating & Lighting Control, their largest category at 21.1% of the portfolio, saw a -83.3% YoY decline in 2024 and a -100.0% decline so far in 2026, indicating a potential de-prioritization of their core consumer and electrical power technologies.

Patent Trend by Technology Area

Yearly patent publications since 2023

Product themes

Product-level themes inferred from filings since 2023, with category chips showing where each theme appears. Select a theme to filter the patents below.

38 US filings (since 2023) · 12 categories · 16 themes

Adaptive Lighting Control Systems

Systems and methods for dynamically adjusting light output, distribution, color, or intensity based on environmental conditions, user presence, content, or specific application needs.

Electric Heating & Lighting ControlNon-portable Lighting Devices
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9since 2023
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Outdoor Fixture Enclosures & Mounting

Mechanical designs for robust light fixture housings, mounting assemblies, and environmental protection, particularly for outdoor or public installations like streetlights and signage.

Non-portable Lighting Devices
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5since 2023
-50.0%YoY
Environmental Sealing & Protection

Design features and materials that protect lighting components, such as lenses or electrical connections, from environmental factors like debris, moisture, impacts, or tampering.

Lighting Devices (Functional Features)
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5since 2023
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LED Optical Extraction & Light Management

Optical structures and lens designs that improve light extraction efficiency from LED dies and modules, including diffractive films, micro-lens arrays, reflectors, and color-conversion layers.

Lighting Devices (Functional Features)
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5since 2023
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Advanced Circuit Protection

Devices and systems designed to protect electrical circuits from overcurrents, short circuits, and other faults, often involving rapid response, high voltage/current handling, and sophisticated interruption mechanisms.

Switches
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4since 2023
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Connector Locking Mechanisms

Mechanical features or components integrated into connector housings or mating interfaces to ensure secure engagement and prevent accidental disengagement.

Electrical Connectors
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3since 2023
0.0%YoY
Device Enclosure & Material Engineering

Methods and materials used to construct robust and protective enclosures for electronic devices, focusing on structural integrity, impact resistance, thermal dissipation, and specialized material properties for enhanced durability.

Printed Circuits & Electronic Assemblies
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3since 2023
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Cable Termination & Management

Systems and methods for preparing, organizing, and electrically connecting individual conductors or cable bundles to connector terminals, ensuring reliable contact and strain relief.

Electrical ConnectorsPower Cable Installation
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2since 2023
new
Advanced Electronic Packaging

Methods and structures for integrating and enclosing electronic components into compact, multi-functional modules, often involving embedded components, multi-layer substrates, and electromagnetic shielding for performance and miniaturization.

Printed Circuits & Electronic Assemblies
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2since 2023
new
Integrated Device Automation

Systems and methods for coordinating and automating the control of electric heating and lighting devices within a broader environment, often involving sensors, communication networks, and user-defined rules.

Electric Heating & Lighting Control
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2since 2023
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LED Module Thermal Packaging

Mechanical and thermal package design for LED modules, including heat sinks, thermal pads, flexible PCBs, and component housings for heat dissipation.

Lighting Devices (Functional Features)
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2since 2023
n/a
Advanced Heating Systems

Focuses on novel heating elements, power delivery, and thermal management for efficient and controlled aerosol generation. This includes resistive, inductive, and other heating methods, as well as heat distribution and retention.

Electric Heating & Lighting Control
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1since 2023
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Modular & Hybrid Power Supply Systems

Design and control of power supply architectures that combine multiple power sources (e.g., AC grid, DC battery, generators) or modular battery units, often featuring switching, conversion, and redundancy for enhanced reliability and flexibility.

Power Distribution & Storage
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1since 2023
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Power Electronics Integration

Design and assembly of power conversion, distribution, and protection modules, focusing on compact form factors, efficient electrical connections, and robust protective measures for electronic systems, often in high-power applications.

Printed Circuits & Electronic Assemblies
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1since 2023
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Visual Signaling & Deterrence

Systems that utilize light, displays, or augmented reality to provide warnings, guidance, or to deter unwanted actions, often involving adjustable light patterns or directional indicators for enhanced effectiveness.

Alarm & Signaling Systems
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1since 2023
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Arc Extinction Techniques

Methods and structures employed within switches and circuit breakers to safely and efficiently quench electrical arcs generated during contact separation, preventing damage and ensuring reliable interruption.

Switches
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1since 2023
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