Recently Asked Questions - Is it Patentable?

potential patent through programming In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 1/21/2010 Hello, My partner and I own a start up and have 3 things that we believe may be eligible for a patent. One of which we estimate 90% chance of getting, one at 75% and one at around 30%. 1) Using code that a...   Read More    Answer

Repackaging Products In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 1/11/2010 I am repackaging 3 products together in a box. Is this something that I can get a patent for?   Read More    Answer

Existing item and made it different In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 1/8/2010 I created a product using an existing item, added some components and modified it for another use in a new product category. Is this something I can patent?   Read More    Answer

electronic device In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 12/30/2009 I have an idea but not necessarily a product due to not having the know how to create it. How can I patent an idea or get a prototype made without comprimising the idea? I have been reluctant to move forward...   Read More    Answer

Will my product sell? In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 12/4/2009 Okay, I really want to know how to know if my product has a chance. My product is not a toy, but it is something the kids will use at the beach, and the moms will love that it keeps the kids busy for a f...   Read More    Answer

Viable for patent? In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 11/29/2009 I want to apply for a patent on a new method of decoration on a shoe. The method is not new to other products, just to the shoes for a specific purpose. With this new decoration method for shoes it will be a...   Read More    Answer

What is Considered as a Patent In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 11/24/2009 I have an idea for a new set of products by integrating products and capabilities from two existing domains. It involves no technological innovation. Can it be applied for patent? I the answer is yes, what...   Read More    Answer

Inventiveness In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 11/10/2009 Can I patent a product that is particular to my business, but that incorporates a technical function already in the public domain, but not used with the product we wish to make.   Read More    Answer

Work related invention? In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 10/14/2009 I invented a "fixture" at work that is going to be invaluable. They asked me to see if i could think of something that would make the job easier. I went to work on that thought and a few days later had creat...   Read More    Answer

PCT filing dates and subsequent patentability In Is it Patentable?    -  updated on 10/2/2009 If I file a patent application with the PCT, and don't designate a country, like Mexico, what happens after the 12 month priority interval expires? Do I lose the ability to later file a patent in Mexico bec...   Read More    Answer