Yutong Wang

Master of Laws (LL.M.) Student at University of Illinois College of Law

B.E. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Dalhousie University

Yutong Wang
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About Me

A unique blend of engineering expertise and legal knowledge, specializing in patent law and intellectual property. With a background in electrical and computer engineering, and professional experience in product development, I am passionate about bridging the gap between technology innovation and legal protection.

Education

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Aug 2024 - May 2025

University of Illinois College of Law

• Concentration: Intellectual Property & Technology Law

• Grade: 3.51/4.0 (Honors)

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering

2017 - 2021

Dalhousie University

Certification in Biomedical Engineering

2019 - 2021

Dalhousie University

Skills

Patent & Legal

Patent Litigation
Experience in patent litigation through coursework and practical training
 Patent Law
Comprehensive understanding of patent law principles and applications
 Patent Analysis
Skilled in analyzing patents and conducting patentability assessments
 Intellectual Property Law
Strong foundation in IP law and its practical applications
 Patent Prosecution
Hands-on experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications
 Patent Searching
Proficient in conducting comprehensive prior art searches
 Patent Drawings
Experience in preparing and reviewing patent drawings

Engineering & Technical

Machine Learning
Applied ML algorithms in ventilation system optimization
 Embedded Systems
Experience with embedded system development and programming
 Data Analysis
Proficient in analyzing large datasets and creating insights
 Electronics
Strong background in electrical engineering and circuit design
 Technical Writing
Experience in writing technical documentation and patents
 Technical Support
Provided technical support and troubleshooting solutions

Languages

English
Professional working proficiency
 Mandarin
Native proficiency

Experience

Electrical Engineer - Nu-Air Ventilation System Inc.

Jun 2021 - Feb 2023 | Windsor, Canada

  • • Designed, developed, and tested electrical aspects of new products
  • • Conducted root cause analysis of failure units and supported performance testing
  • • Authored product manuals for newly developed products
  • • Applied machine learning algorithms to embedded systems

Electronic Technician - Dalhousie Emera ideaHUB

Jan 2020 - Apr 2020 | Halifax, NS

  • • Designed firmware and debugged C programs for smart furniture
  • • Assisted in testing and product development
  • • Gathered and analyzed back-end data

Engineering Support - Dalhousie Space Systems Lab (DSS)

Jul 2018 - Sep 2019 | Halifax, NS

  • • Collaborated on technical project goals
  • • Used GNU radio for data transmission
  • • Conducted hardware simulations with ADALM_PLUTO and Raspberry Pi

Projects

Patent Prosecution and Examination

Jan 2025 – Present | University of Illinois College of Law

  • • Conducted prior art searches, patentability analyses, and drafted patent applications aligned with USPTO standards
  • • Analyzed Office Actions to craft strategic responses, enhancing allowance rates through claim amendments
  • • Advised clients on patentability by assessing technical feasibility and legal risks
  • • Streamlined patent application workflows through documentation management and EFS-Web filings
  • • Wrote analytical reports on tech trends to guide clients in IP strategy and portfolio development

Course Description – Patent Prosecution

This course teaches students who have completed the Patent Law prerequisite how to draft patent applications and respond to PTO (Patent and Trademark Office) rejections. It emphasizes hands-on experience through real-world examples, focusing on practical skills needed to draft most patent applications.

Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Defrost Algorithms

Jun 2020 – Dec 2022 | Nu-Air Ventilation System Inc.

  • • Applied AI to simulate and optimize defrost temperatures in ventilation systems
  • • Used clustering algorithms to enhance energy efficiency control
  • • Embedded AI-based findings into software for controlling defrost systems
  • • Analyzed large datasets to improve overall system performance and reduce energy consumption

Patents

Curled Paper Copier

Patent No: CN 201520180391X – Issued Aug 19, 2015

A copy machine that handles curly paper, improves efficiency and reduces labor through an innovative elastic winding device.

Micro Photo Printer

Patent No: CN 2015201708741 – Issued Jul 29, 2015

A compact photo printing machine designed for fast, portable, and efficient photo printing using thermal technology.

Contact

Phone: +1 (217) 318-8934

Email: yutong43@illinois.edu