The company's purpose is to conduct research and development and to acquire, use and exploit patents and other intellectual property rights in the field of applied physics, as well as to provide management, consulting, coaching and training services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties.