What is a patent search? A patent search is a search of issued patents and published patent applications for inventions that might be considered important “prior art” references when applying for a patent. The prior art is anything in the public domain, patented or not patented, that may determine whether an invention is novel [...]
Prior art is probably best understood as information that can be used by the patent examiner to reject claims in a patent application. This information is most commonly prior publications, such as technical articles, issued patents or published patent applications. It is also possible for prior art to consist of actions, such as a [...]
So you have an idea and want to get it patented? But before there are number of things that you need you absolutely need to know about the inventions and patient process that can help you focus your effort. Great dividends are paid by understanding the obstacle lay in front of you, in short [...]
Tesla, Inc. (formerly named Tesla Motors) is an American automaker, energy storage company, and solar panel manufacturer based in Palo Alto, California. The company was initially founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, although the company also considers Elon Musk, JB Straubel, and Ian Wright as its co-founders. The company specializes [...]
Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne in April 1976 to develop and sell personal computers. It was incorporated as Apple Computer, Inc. in January 1977, and sales of its computers saw significant momentum and revenue growth for the company. Within a few years, they had hired a staff of [...]
When you should do a patent search? A general questions that usually crops up anybody who is concerned for filing a patent application. When to get a patent search done is largely is largely a matter of choice, but one that depends upon purpose of search. Most frequently inventers will seek a patent search [...]
