Patents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a patent?What do I need to write a patent application?
What is the 'description' part of a patent application?
What is the 'claims' part of a patent application?
What sort of inventions can be patented?
Should a search be done before filing a patent application?
When can I tell someone about my idea?
In what countries should patent applications be filed?
How much does it cost to file a patent application?
What other costs are there?
How long does it take to get a patent granted?
What can I do with a patent application before it is granted?
What can I do with a valid granted patent?
Can I spread the costs of filing patent application in other countries?
Is there such thing as a worldwide patent?