Design patents are available to protect ornamental designs of functional items, such as furniture, computer icons, telephone and computer casings, and more. If this is your area of work, you may wish to apply for a patent for a particular design. Other types of design can be protected by copyright or trademark.
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For patent information, you need to contact The US Patent and Trademark Office or you can also visit their websiteand find some additional patent information there.
No, you do not need a prototype in order to obtain a patent. A prototype is not required for the patent application process, but having one can help demonstrate the functionality and uniqueness of your invention.
it means that you have a gross patent and need a new one
ALL fashion designers need pattern making because they need to know how much pattern is going to be in the clothing they are making.
Designers need to understand the depth, width, and height part of the shape. ^_^ this is also that they won't get the wrong measurements.
Before you file for a patent, you'll need to contact a patent attorney. The cost for attorney time alone is usually around $1500. You'll need drawings of your idea, which run $100 - $150 per page, and a fee for the actual patent itself.
Masters in Design.
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No , but it is strongly recommended.
To file a patent for your invention, you need to submit a detailed application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This application should include a description of your invention, drawings or diagrams, and claims that define the scope of your invention. You may also need to conduct a patent search to ensure your invention is unique. Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed by a patent examiner, and if approved, you will be granted a patent for your invention.
The qualifications to become a patent lawyer depend on the country and/or state you live in. However, in general you need several years of post high school education in order to become a patent lawyer. You need to a college degree in the technical field you'll be specializing in, a law degree, and have passed additional exams specific to patent law.