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Bosch have a better system that doesn't destroy the blade or require the cartridge to be replaced every time because it merely retracts the blade very quickly i
by makomk 9y ago
Bosch have a better system that doesn't destroy the blade or require the cartridge to be replaced every time because it merely retracts the blade very quickly into the bed, but SawStop are using their patents to stop Bosch from selling it. Apparently they went to the effort of patenting every possible approach that doesn't require the expensive but profitable single-use cartridge even though they have no intention of using them, just to stop competitors from doing it.
- thanksgiving 9y agoAs horrible as patents are, this seems like an abuse even if the patent system. I think all patents should expire no more than five years from application date or one year from certification date whichever is longer.
- vilda 9y agoLooking at the system, it looks like even Bosch needs to replace some components after the safety system kicks in.
- AstralStorm 9y agoYes, the explosive fuses at $1 a pop. It could be improved to use resetable fuses but those are slower. There is a safety trade-off here.
- justin66 9y agoPeople tend to sue when their patents are violated. Like it or not, that's the point of obtaining a patent.