The patent also allows the inventor to:
-Sell their invention and the rights that come with it.
-License the invention to someone else but retain all the intellectual property rights.
-License the invention to someone else but retain all the intellectual property rights.
-Discuss the invention with others with the aim to set up a business based around the invention.
To have a patent, the invention must:
-Be brand new, with nothing of the same already invented.
-Have an inventive step that is not obvious to someone with knowledge and experience in the subject
-Be capable of being made or used in some kind of industry and not just for personal use.
The invention must not be:
-A scientific or mathematical discovery, theory or method.
-A literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work.
-A way of performing a mental act, playing a game or doing business.
-The presentation of information, or some computer programs.
-An animal or plant variety.
-A method of medical treatment or diagnosis.
-Against public policy or morality.
A patent must be renewed every year after the 5th year for up to 20 years protection.
(Crown Copyright, 2011 'About Patents' http://www.ipo.gov.uk/types/patent/p-about/p-whatis.htm [24.10.11])
The above is a great start and shows a good understanding. Well done. You have obviously gone to some lengths to write this up in your own words. Some examples would be good. And encourage others to comment on them.
ReplyDeleteWith regard to your bibliography - you might want to set up labels or create a new page. Ask me how to do this.
Please check the correct protocol for the formatting your source (PG18 in HRS Doc) and remember to include "quotation marks" followed by (Author, Year) if work is directly taken from the source. Speak to me if you want some help on this.