I need all the steps. Right now it is just an idea.
How do I go about getting a prototype? A drawing? What? Please list all the steps.
2007-05-27 08:12:41 · 3 answers · asked by ithek_thundervoice 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
Start with the U.S. Patent Office website at www.uspto.gov. They have sections on the basics of patent law and the requirements for a patent. They also have a nice searchable database where you can see if your idea has been previously patented. This should be your first step because many ideas have been patented even if they are not in commercial use. In other words, just because you don't see it on the market doesn't mean it hasn't been patented. If you decide to proceed with a patent, you need a good written description of your invention, usually with drawings and good "claims". Claims define the difference between your invention and what has been done before (known as the "prior art") The process is complicated so get a lawyer if possible. The USPTO website has a listing of all patent attorneys. Costs vary depending on the lawyer. $4,000 is on the low side and top firms can charge $20,000 or more. Good luck.
2007-05-28 09:58:34 · answer #1 · answered by mikegreenwich 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
and search this website for prior questions on exactly this subject [I know it has been asked because I've answered a few of them].
2007-05-27 15:34:12 · answer #2 · answered by Spock (rhp) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out this site....
2007-05-27 15:27:13 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. Nightcall 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋