I haven't kept current with this thread in a while and after reading it earlier, I wanted to post a comment but saw the thread was closed. Since this is apparently the thread that won't stay dead, I'm pleased to see that I can ask the following question to Leif.
Leif, was your comment in post #563. I'd appreciate it if you would address this:
"Any patent description would have to necessarily include insulation type and application, non-metallic agents added to the exterior of the wire for various purposes, our proprietary shielding, our winding geometry, and other trade secrets that took hundreds of thousands of dollars to perfect. If we published our patents, it would become a recipe for other companies to copy. It is common knowledge that by slightly altering just one step of the materials and process, a competitor could easily side-step the patent, making it worthless or extremely expensive to defend."
Leif, this is confusing to me. As you know, all granted patents are published. Even patent applications are searchable after 18 months of filing. May I see the patent(s)? My only interest is education. The patents are in the public domain if they have been granted. Why would I not able to read them?
More importantly, it seems to me that listing the patents would quiet the concern of some who think MB has had some mis-steps along the way (as they themselves have admitted). I've read patents on Shunyata cables, CMS racks and many other audiophile products. I don't understand the concern MB has with listing its patents. Patents are protected for a reason. The only reason I can't find them is because I do not know the name of the patent holder. Why would this be information you do not wish to share? It's already in the public domain! Please advise.
Thanks
Marty