Author Archive
Review of Some of the Most Famous Inventions
Over seven million patents have been issued in the United States alone, but some inventions in history stand out from all the rest. This article will explore some of the world’s most famous inventions and the people responsible for them.
We begin our journey into historic inventions at the beginning of the alphabet: with adhesives!
The first […]
Getting Your Invention Store Ready in 30 Days
If your invention is done, functional, and ready for sale, congratulations! You have reached a plateau that few inventors ever see with their own eyes - a finished product that is destined for store shelves. But now, it’s crunch time. You want to be in stores 30 days from now. What do you do to […]
How To File For A Patent
The way you file a patent is by filling out an application and submitting it to the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a fee. Of course, patent applications are not like job applications or credit card applications. This is where you explain your invention in gross detail and have it meticulously examined by […]
How to Document New Ideas
Documenting new ideas is not just good practice. It may be absolutely critical if you intend on getting a patent and then enforcing it. This is because patent laws in the United States are based on the “first to invent rule.” Clause 101 of US Code 35 states:
“Whoever invents or discovers any new and useful […]
Your Domain Name Trademarks Questions Answered
A frequent question among Internet entrepreneurs is “Can I trademark a domain name?” The answer is yes - in some cases. Generally, the rule is that you can trademark a domain name if it is original and not just a combination of ordinary dictionary words. Legal authority NOLO dot com has the following to say […]
Five Key Networking Tips for Inventors
While the swift cut-and-parry of creation is the heart of an inventor’s life, there is another important component - networking. Let’s face it; no matter how great your invention may be, you can always benefit from talented professionals in your field that might be willing to lend a hand. Maybe it’s that database programmer you’ve […]
How Does Your Invention Fare?
Some mistakes are just too fatal to overcome. If you make them, your invention is pretty much dead on the water with no hope for success. Fortunately, your invention need not be doomed to the scrap heap of useless or uninteresting contraptions.
A wise man once said that smart people learn from their mistakes, while […]
