Core Viewpoint - The leading company in the RF front-end sector, Zhaosheng Microelectronics (卓胜微), is facing a patent infringement lawsuit initiated by Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in Germany, with the lawsuit amounting to approximately 8.2 million RMB (1 million euros) [1] Group 1: Legal Actions and Responses - Zhaosheng Microelectronics has quickly initiated a response system to the lawsuit, forming a specialized team of domestic and international experts to contest Murata's claims [1] - In July 2024, Zhaosheng Microelectronics proactively filed a request for invalidation of Murata's "elastic wave device patent" with the National Intellectual Property Administration, which was declared invalid in January 2025 [1][2] - The invalidation of the patent is seen as a significant breakthrough for domestic companies in international patent disputes, reinforcing Zhaosheng's competitive advantage in the SAW filter sector [1] Group 2: Patent Validity and Strategic Positioning - In April 2025, Murata launched multiple patent infringement lawsuits in China and South Korea, but Zhaosheng Microelectronics clarified that the patents in question lack essential innovation and are based on previously invalidated patents [2] - Zhaosheng Microelectronics has been building a systematic layout for risk resistance since several years ago, transitioning from a Fabless model to a Fab-Lite model in 2019 to reduce reliance on overseas foundries [2] Group 3: Research and Development Investments - In 2024, Zhaosheng Microelectronics invested 999.7 million RMB in R&D, accounting for 22.22% of its revenue, with an average annual growth rate of 49% in R&D investment over the past three years [3] - As of June 2025, the company has obtained a total of 156 patents, establishing a robust patent protection network that aligns with its technological development [3] - The company has achieved large-scale production of its self-built 6-inch filter production line, with its core product MAX-SAW reaching international mainstream performance levels [3]
卓胜微回应村田专利权诉讼：不认可其诉讼主张，将积极应诉