PATENTS
Basic Facts
General Information Concerning Patents
Offers an introduction to the Patent and Trademark Office, including in depth explanation of patents, what can and can not be patented, and the entire patent process.
Guide to Filing a Design Patent Application
Defines a design patent. Explains what is and is not a design. Describes the process and requirements for filing a design application.
Guide to Filing a Utility Patent Application
Contains information to assist in filing a nonprovisional utility patent application. Discusses the required parts of the utility patent application and identifies some of the forms to use.
Provisional Application for a Patent
Describes the background and advantages for filing a preliminary patent application. Explains the process of filing a provisional application.
What are Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights?
Defines and explains differences between the different types of intellectual property.
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