ClearstoneIP Launches AEGIS: FTO-Tuned AI Patent Searching

At ClearstoneIP, we’ve always been committed to simplifying freedom-to-operate (FTO) and patent clearance. Our platform was originally designed to bridge the giant critical gap between the FTO search and the analysis of third-party IP in product development. Now, we’re thrilled to announce a major expansion of our capabilities by offering a powerful new patent search solution that redefines how FTO searches are conducted.

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Leveraging Decades of FTO Expertise

FTO has been our specialty from day one. We’ve worked extensively on the downstream aspects of the patent clearance process and have defined the industry standard for digital FTO. We’ve now turned to one of the biggest ongoing challenges—the FTO search. Armed with deep experience and advanced AI technology, we’re closing that gap by introducing AEGIS, a purpose-built patent search tool tailored specifically for FTO and infringement analysis.

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A Closer Look at AEGIS Features

1. Claim-Centric Search
   Our AI-powered engine is tuned to prioritize patent claims in unique ways, ensuring that the top results align precisely with FTO and infringement perspectives. Rather than wading through less relevant hits, you see the documents that genuinely matter, first and foremost.
   
   
2. “Zoom Out” Functionality
   Gone are the days of wrestling with the specificity vs. breadth trade-off. Traditionally, if you searched too specifically, you risked missing relevant references; go too broad, and you were overwhelmed by noise. With Zoom Out, you can begin as narrow as necessary for bullseye results, then expand your scope—one click at a time—to capture documents with claims directed at broader subject matter. This means fewer missed references and more confidence in your FTO analysis.
   
   
3. “More Like This” Discovery
   Our AI seamlessly uncovers similar documents so you don’t miss hidden connections. By selecting “More Like This” on any patent publication, you can instantly reveal documents with similar subject matter—streamlining your search and preventing blind spots.
   
   
4. Enhanced Project and Search Iteration Management
   AEGIS also includes powerful new ways to organize projects and manage multiple search iterations. Keep track of which searches you’ve run, what you’ve found, and how you decided to classify results—all in a single, integrated interface. You’ll never lose track of your progress or overlook key insights again.
   
   

Join Our Beta Program

We believe AEGIS will significantly transform the way you approach FTO searches. As we refine and enhance the tool, we invite you to join our exclusive beta program. Get hands-on experience, offer direct feedback, and be among the first to shape the future of patent searching.

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Interested in experiencing AEGIS firsthand? Sign up for our beta here and stay ahead of the curve with ClearstoneIP. Free for a limited time.

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Note: The current search universe for AEGIS' beta release includes United States patents and application publications dating back to 2000. More jurisdictions will be available soon.