I want to invent a waterless automated carwash so the earth can conserve it's precious water resource. Can I trust those 800 Invent agencies that advertise on TV all the time? I already have an unrefined mini design in my garage that works.
2007-09-14 16:33:01 · 4 answers · asked by ev1go 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
How long and hard does it take to get the patent?
2007-09-14 16:33:22 · update #1
I truly admire your talent my good friend, and such noble idea, very advanced and Earth friendly, my hat off to you.
Now do a little research before making any commitment, remember you may be sitting on a gold mine! So keep your eyes open. A good friend of mine who is a PHD in Mechanical Engineering, is also a patent Attorney. But i believe he only does big Corps. stuff. He is very honest because, he loves this stuff, and he ain't all about $$$$.
I will ask him about this, if you like send me a message, let's say next Tuesday, and i let you know what he suggested.
Good Luck and Best Regards.
2007-09-14 17:25:00 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually it takes 18 months to two years to obtain a patent.
As for the Invent Agencies, this is what the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office has to say about it:
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...It is advisable, however, to check on the reputation of invention promotion firms before making any commitments. It is suggested that you obtain this information from the Better Business Bureau of the city in which the organization is located, or from the bureau of commerce and industry or bureau of consumer affairs of the state in which the organization has its place of business. You may also undertake to make sure that you are dealing with reliable people by asking your own patent attorney or agent or by asking others who may know them....
... In nearly all states there are state planning and development agencies or departments of commerce and industry which seek new product and new process ideas to assist manufacturers and communities in the state. If you do not know the names or addresses of your state organizations you can obtain this information by writing to the governor of your state. ...
...In your own or neighboring communities you may inquire of such organizations as chambers of commerce and banks. Many communities have locally financed industrial development organizations, that can help you locate manufacturers and individuals who might be interested in promoting your idea. ...
2007-09-14 16:49:49 · answer #2 · answered by Randy G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No because they will help you but I feel they would keep the patent rights. I would contact a International lawyer that special es in Paten laws
2007-09-14 16:44:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
observing the historic previous of mankind i'm going to declare The music! or possibly Drums, as prehistoric men used it to speak... If we live strictly in the bounds of the final millenia, I'l decide for the acoustic guitar, as no tool has had its impression and it being portable made it achievable for one to be waiting to play large music rather everywhere...
2016-11-15 06:42:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋