A patent search should be conducted by the Applicant before filing for a patent. The objective of a patent search is usually to make sure that your invention is novel and is not similar to an already existing invention.
As the criteria of a patentable invention is novelty, it does well for a patent applicant to get the information related to the invention from the public domain. This includes going through the already registered patents to compare the existing documents and decide the patentability of the invention.
When a patent search is conducted for the purposes of filing the patent specifically, it can be called a patentability search. By conducting this search, the applicant would be aware of the closest similar invention that might exist and would be able to refute any objection that might arise during the examination of a patent.
Though it is advisable to take the help of professionals. If the applicant wants to conduct their own patent search, it can be done and modified using the following ways:
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As every year many inventions are patented, many of them are rejected as they are infringed. A patent search is advisable to save time and effort
The benefits of provisional patents include an early priority date and legal protection of the patent during the stages of its development.
Priority date refers to the date of the usage of a specific device/invention in the market before the technology is used by the competitors. By having an early priority date, you can contest against a similar patent by claiming prior usage and registration.
If you can provide complete specifications and the invention has been completed, you can apply directly for patent permanent.
Patent protection is a territorial right. It is valid only in India unless registered separately in other countries.
A patent expired after the completion of 20 years, or if the validity is successfully challenged through an opposition. The patent right will also be removed if the owner doesn’t pay the annual renewal fee.
