Posts Tagged ‘patent’
Texas
The State of Texas aka “The Lonestar State” was proudly an independent republic before joining the US. Texas is the second largest state and contains 5 of the top 13 most populous cities in the US. In the 2020 calendar year 13,192 granted patents originated from the state of Texas. This accounts for around 7.2%…
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In the 2020 calendar year 50,496 granted patents originated from the state of California. This accounts for more than one quarter (27.6%) of granted patents that originated in the US. The population in California that year was about 12% of the US population. This means that patents granted per capita coming from the State of…
Read MoreYour Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Software Patents
Computer software has revolutionized the world around us and is constantly used to improve and innovate in every industry. Although software is currently the most impactful category of inventions, its place in the US and world patent systems has been the subject of much debate and controversy. Computer software refers to a set of programs…
Read MoreHow to Get a Patent on a Food Product
Since the beginning of civilization humans have been innovating upon food and drink. Making jerky from meat, fermenting grapes into wine, and selectively breeding the best grains are all inventions that would be worthy of a patent if invented today. Although humans have been inventing food products for thousands of years, there are still limitless…
Read MoreHow to Patent a Toy
Typically, toys are simple products and relatively easy to manufacture. This makes toys an easy target for others to copy and compete with the original inventor. Obtaining patent rights on a toy is especially important if you wish to prevent others from copying your invention. A quick google patents search places the first granted patent…
Read MoreHow to Patent a 3D Printed Product
Additive manufacturing – also known as 3D printing – is a modern method of manufacturing. Traditional manufacturing methods include injection modeling, machining, forming, and joining. 3D printing varies from traditional methods by using a computer file and 3D printer to print an object in layers from the base up. 3D printing has advantages over traditional…
Read MoreHow to Get a Utility Patent
The process of getting a utility patent begins with an idea. The inventor refines that idea into an invention by finding a way to implement the idea into the real world. Research uncovers what has already been done and informs the inventor how their invention is different. A prototype of the invention is made, and…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Utility Patent Last?
A utility patent has a maximum duration of 20 years after the date the application was filed. Utility patents can expire earlier than this term if maintenance fees are not paid, or a court finds the patent invalid. The purpose of the patent system is to promote development in science. To encourage innovation the United…
Read MoreHow Much Does a Utility Patent Cost?
The cost of a granted utility patent can range anywhere from $755 to over $20,000. The cost of a utility patent varies based on the complexity of the invention, professional services used, and the status of the inventor. Simplified utility patent application cost estimate ($): Type of Fee Cost Preliminary patent search $500-$1000 USPTO fees…
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