Proto Expands IP Portfolio with U.S. Design Patent for Compact Holographic Display

Proto has been awarded a U.S. design patent that safeguards the industrial design of its Proto M holographic display, marking a significant addition to the company’s intellectual property portfolio. This design patent specifically protects the visual appearance of the compact desktop device rather than the underlying holographic technology.

This new design patent complements Proto’s existing U.S. utility patent, which covers its holographic display and image-capture methods. Additionally, Proto holds patent protections in Canada and Mexico, underscoring its commitment to securing broad IP rights for its spatial display innovations.

The Proto M serves as the desktop iteration of Proto’s larger Epic and Luma holographic systems. These platforms are engineered for holographic telepresence and AI-powered communication, with applications spanning healthcare, education, retail, finance, and entertainment sectors.

According to Proto, the design patent acknowledges the original industrial design of the Proto M, supporting the company’s efforts to penetrate new markets with smaller-format holographic display solutions. The Proto M was initially introduced in 2021, and Proto has since developed the next-generation M2 model, continuing its product evolution.

This patent issuance coincides with Proto’s ongoing investments in the holographic display market. At Infocomm 2026, Proto highlighted increasing demand for spatial displays and AI-enhanced holographic communication technologies. The company positions compact systems like the Proto M as integral to expanding beyond traditional large-format installations.

By securing this design patent, Proto strengthens its competitive position and IP protection strategy as it advances spatial display technology for a variety of commercial and professional applications. The patent coverage ensures that the distinctive look of the Proto M is legally protected, complementing the technical protections afforded by its utility patents.

Proto’s comprehensive IP approach, combining design and utility patents across multiple jurisdictions, reflects the company’s strategic focus on innovation and market expansion in the emerging field of holographic communication and spatial displays.

As the holographic display industry evolves, Proto’s patented designs and technologies position it to meet growing demand for immersive, AI-powered communication tools across diverse sectors worldwide.