Summary: 3Shape and Medit Corp have settled a U.S. patent infringement dispute involving intraoral scanner technology, including wireless scanning and software features. The terms remain undisclosed, but both companies emphasize moving forward constructively, focusing on innovation and core business goals.
Key Takeaways:
- The dispute centered on 3Shape’s patents for wireless scanning and related technologies.
- Both companies aim to prioritize innovation and customer value post-settlement.
3Shape and Medit Corp, a provider of dental 3D scanners, have reached a settlement in their ongoing U.S. patent infringement litigation.
Settlement Details and Statements
The terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, but both companies expressed a commitment to moving forward constructively and focusing on their core business priorities.
“3Shape is pleased to have resolved this matter and move forward without further litigation,” said Henriette Stakemann, 3Shape general counsel. “Our focus remains on protecting our intellectual property while continuing to innovate and deliver value to our customers.”
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Background on the Legal Dispute
The dispute began in 2022 when 3Shape filed a complaint alleging that Medit’s intraoral scanner systems infringed on its patents. The claims involved patents related to wireless scanning, scanning software, and tooth color shade measurement.
3Shape specifically named Medit’s i500, i600, i700, and i700 Wireless scanners, asserting that the i700 Wireless system infringed on a 3Shape patent covering wireless scanning technology.
Prior Litigation
In 2020, 3Shape won a patent infringement lawsuit over similar issues in Germany. Medit planned to appeal the decision, arguing that the German courts had interpreted the patent too broadly.
