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We take the hassle out of intellectual property so you can get back to doing what you do best: making great things.
In order to determine which type(s) of intellectual property you need, let's illustrate an example using an oven mitt. Let’s say you made an improvement from a basic oven mitt. Different types of innovation require different protection.
(oven mitt shaped like a dog)
The value of your innovation lies in the design - the way it looks - so you should apply for a design patent.
(oven mitt with traction strips to improve grippability)
The value of your innovation lies in the way it works - so you should apply for a utility patent.
(oven mitt shaped like a dog)
The value is in your name, logo or slogan because it is how potential customers know your brand and reputation, so to protect it, you should apply for a trademark.
(oven mitt shaped like a dog)
The value is in your creative work because it is an expression unique to you. You should apply for a copyright.
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To be protected by a utility patent, an invention must fall into one of these categories:
Process or method for producing a useful, concrete, and tangible result - like a procedure, strategy, process, software
Machine - typically a device with moving parts or circuitry
Article of manufacture - a manufactured item
Composition of matter - original, synthetic chemical or genetic composition
Improvement of an invention that fits within one of the first four categories
To be protected by a utility patent, an invention must fall into one of these categories:
Process or method for producing a useful, concrete, and tangible result - like a procedure, strategy, process, software
Machine - typically a device with moving parts or circuitry
Article of manufacture - a manufactured item
Composition of matter - original, synthetic chemical or genetic composition
Improvement of an invention that fits within one of the first four categories
To be protected by a utility patent, an invention must fall into one of these categories:
Process or method for producing a useful, concrete, and tangible result - like a procedure, strategy, process, software
Machine - typically a device with moving parts or circuitry
Article of manufacture - a manufactured item
Composition of matter - original, synthetic chemical or genetic composition
Improvement of an invention that fits within one of the first four categories