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OT/Has someone ever applied for a patent? |
computers4kids |
Oct 10 2011, 07:00 AM
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Love these little cars! Group: Members Posts: 2,443 Joined: 11-June 05 From: Port Townsend, WA Member No.: 4,253 Region Association: None |
I have this widget that I've built 30 of so far that I believe has true marketing potential. Sorry, it won't bolt on a 914. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) The idea is novel, unique and inexpensive to make, but has a worldwide audience. Anyway, I was toying with the idea of mass producing several thousand for a first run but if this takes off like I think it might--some big company is going to replicate it.
The patent process? Any idea how difficult it is to get one....costs? From what I've read you can do it yourself or hire a patent attorney. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks, Mark |
Chris Pincetich |
Oct 10 2011, 01:31 PM
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B-) Group: Members Posts: 2,082 Joined: 3-October 05 From: Point Reyes Station, CA Member No.: 4,907 Region Association: Northern California |
Be sure to stay VERY FAR AWAY from anyone offering "patent services" that market your invention etc. I own 25% of a patent for providing design and logistics support, and the lead designer insisted in enrolling in one of those scams. Lots of scams out there. Good advice above: make it, be the best, expect to get copied regardless of patent.
CAN pending patents be searched now? One loop-hole in your favor: last I heard (several years ago!!) patents pending could not be searched, and adding "patent pending" to your marketing was free. There is no reason not to broadcast a "patent pending" label as you launch. Good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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