COMPUTING ARRANGEMENTS BASED ON SPECIFIC COMPUTATIONAL MODELS

Description

G06N covers computing systems and arrangements that employ specific non-conventional computational models, including neural networks, genetic algorithms, fuzzy logic systems, and quantum computing approaches. This subclass encompasses hardware and software implementations designed to perform computations through paradigms distinct from traditional von Neumann architectures, such as bio-inspired or probabilistic processing methods. The classification includes both the theoretical frameworks and practical apparatus for machine learning, artificial intelligence systems, and specialized computational devices that deviate from standard digital logic.

Filing statistics

CPC subclass G06N recorded 658,619 patent applications worldwide between 2013 and 2023. Annual filings grew from 4,475 in 2013 to 131,762 in 2023 (+2844%). The most active applicants in class G06 are SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS COMPANY (76,952 applications), IBM (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION) (62,841 applications) and MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING (44,778 applications).

Source: EPO PATSTAT, worldwide filings