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What is a patent specification?
A complete specification is a document filed with a patent application which sets out what the invention is and how it works. It must be...
Jesse Strafford
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Can I patent the way something looks?
Patents typically cover a new product or process and usually protect the way something works rather than the way it looks. ​ If you're...
Jesse Strafford
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How does filing for a patent work?
There are a range of ways in which to file a patent. This will depend on your intellectual property strategy, budget, timeframes and...
Jesse Strafford
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Does a patent mean I'm protected globally?
No, a patent only covers the country it is granted in. You need to file an application in each country of interest if you wish to protect...
Jesse Strafford
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What does a patent cover and how long for?
A patent can be kept in force for a period of up to 20 years. This period starts from the date of filing. Annual renewal fees beginning...
Jesse Strafford
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Can I use my invention before getting a patent?
You should not publish or publicly use your invention before applying for a patent. Doing so will mean your invention is no longer...
Jesse Strafford
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What does a patent require?
In order to be granted, a patent application generally requires the filing of a complete specification which: discloses the invention in...
Jesse Strafford
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