Patent Searches

Описание: There are millions of patents and patent applications not just in the United States, but in patent offices around the world. Although you may believe your idea has never been done before, it is still possible that at least some part of it has been done before given the millions of patents and patent applications that exist. I discuss ideas for performing initial searches and how you might want to approach patent searching for your inventions.

Patent Search Tools I mention in this video:

Google Patents: https://patents.google.com/

USPTO Patent Public Search Tool: https://ppubs.uspto.gov/pubwebapp/sta...

Timecodes

0:00 - Introduction
1:19 - Start with a basic keyword search
1:44 - What if you find something similar?
2:05 - Don't get discouraged!
2:28 - Not patentable doesn't mean it's not a good idea
3:23 - Tools for conducting a more detailed patent search
4:07 - Boolean logic searches
5:03 - OR searches
5:30 - Patent class or subclass searches
5:50 - Search tool selection
6:07 - Look to specificaiton and drawings of patents you find
7:18 - Look for your invention features you believe are different
7:31 - Use the information you find to pivot on your invention
8:15 - Patent searches can save you time and cost longer term
9:12 - Filing a patent application without any initial search

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in these videos is for information, educational and entertainment purposes only. IT IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE. Consult an attorney regarding your specific legal situation.

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