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(330) 759-1423
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A National Practice
30 Years of Patent Experience
from Basic Engineering to High-Technology
A National Practice
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Robert Platt Bell EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Bachelor of
Science, Electrical Engineering, Syracuse University, 1987
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for semiconductor devices (Cirrus Logic, Inc., Sun Microsystems, Inc., Samsung Information Systems of America, National Semiconductor), video controllers, telecommunications systems (NTIA), aircraft controls, automotive controls and sensors; internet methods of doing business, computer software; preparation of infringement and validity opinions, trademark applications and appeals, copyright registrations and client counseling; licensing negotiations; expert witness on patent validity and infringement (Nams v. Throttlebox); expert witness on ethics in patent practice (Department of Commerce v. Doe). Associate - Lowe, Price, LeBlanc & Becker, 1993-1994 Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for semiconductor devices, video controllers, (Cirrus Logic, Inc.) telecommunications systems (Bell Atlantic), aircraft controls, automotive controls and sensors, semiconductor devices (Mitsubishi); preparation of validity and infringement opinions. Law Clerk/Associate - Banner, Birch, McKie & Beckett, 1989-1993 Preparation and prosecution of patent applications for cable television communications systems, scrambling systems, satellite communications systems (Scientific Atlanta), cellular and cordless telephones, radio pagers, digital control systems, semiconductor memory devices (Toshiba) automotive microprocessor control systems household appliances, athletic equipment, and air conditioning components and controls (Sanden Compressor, Hunter Melnor). Extensive infringement and validity studies (Lemelson Patents). Monitor and assist in litigation before U.S.I.T.C. Litigation support for telecommunications patent suit including depositions and drafting deposition outlines, interrogatories, requests for documents, requests for admissions, and expert witness statements. Preparation of expert witnesses and preparation of interactive video trial exhibit, analysis of patent claim language, file wrapper history, developing expert witness testimony and exhibits, drafting pre-trial motions, second chair at depositions, and letters rogatory in Tokyo District Court. U.S. Patent Examiner - Group 260, Measuring & Testing, 1987-1989 Examined applications for electronic flowmeters, tunnel effect transducers, ultrasonic inspection systems, microprocessor engine controls, accelerometers and micro-machined devices. Commissioner's Awards for outstanding performance and productivity. Letter of Commendation for participation in Patent & Trademark Office Automation Project (installing first Examiner computers at USPTO). Engineer, Technician - Carrier Corp. div. United Technologies, 1981-1987 Advanced concepts HVAC lab - developed microprocessor control system (Intel 8050 based) for industrial chillers and multi-zone air handling system, paramagnetic heat engine, thermal energy storage system, instrumentation systems for testing industrial chillers and room air flow measurement. Developed and tested digital control board for water source heat pump, developed instrumentation testing systems and wrote software for same. Co-Op Student (GMI) - New Departure Hyatt div. General Motors Corp. 1978-1980 Metallurgical testing of incoming steel and finished products (microstructure analysis, Rockwell hardness testing, destructive testing). Drafted layouts and tooling for GM B and C vehicle component machining and assembly. Programming of various desktop computer systems for design section. BAR AND COURT ADMISSIONS Virginia
State Bar, 1992
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND INTEREST GROUPS For more information, please visit http://www.robertplattbell.com.
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Patent and Trademark Attorney --
Located in Northeast Ohio - (330) 759-1423
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