一场突如其来的专利侵权诉讼：宇树科技为何被告？

Core Viewpoint - Yushu Technology is facing a patent infringement lawsuit from Hangzhou Luweimei Daily Chemical Co., which has raised concerns in the market, especially as the company is in a critical phase of pushing for an IPO [1][2]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit involves claims that Yushu Technology infringed on Luweimei's patent rights related to the "Yushu Technology Go2" robotic dog, with six specific requests from the plaintiff, including a ban on manufacturing and selling the product [2][6]. - Luweimei has a patent for an "electronic dog," which was applied for in June 2016, and the patent is valid for 20 years [5][6]. - Yushu Technology has a total of 167 patent filings, including several related to quadruped robots, with a design patent for the "Go2" robotic dog granted in January 2023 [6][7]. Group 2: Implications for Yushu Technology - The ongoing patent litigation could impact Yushu Technology's IPO process, as it may lead to increased scrutiny from regulatory bodies regarding the lawsuit's potential effects on the company's operations [7]. - Legal experts indicate that the lawsuit could delay the IPO review process, especially if the case involves significant amounts or core business operations [7]. Group 3: Background on Luweimei - Luweimei is primarily engaged in mechanical equipment development, with a small team and several factories producing mechanical devices [5]. - The company's legal representative, Zhou Jianjun, has connections to multiple companies in the same office building, raising questions about the nature and scale of Luweimei's operations [3][5].