Originally Posted by zebede

-Brompton patent documents illustrate Bickerton handlebar design.

-Subsequently Brompton adopted a folding stem design pioneered by Dr. Hon.

-Should I not buy a Brompton because they "STOLE" first Bickerton then Dahons designs?

MIT re-designed the frame and hinge in Hydroformed Aluminium. (lighter, stiffer). The Brompton hinge is no longer protected by a patent. There is good reason for patents to have a life span.

I would encourage anyone interested in Bromptons legal tactics to protect market to read the Wikipedia entry.

The way to get and maintain market share is build a better product at lower cost.

Let the market decide.