0
Google patents has just updated their patent search to include some pretty neat features.
Once you obtain a list of patents you're interested in, the USPTO.gov site is a pretty good resource, but its searching capability is a little cumbersome.
Archpatent.com does a good job of integrating multiple data sets into one search, and also I like the ability to scroll through results and export data to CSV from the search results.
There are others but those are the ones I use.
What else can I help you with?
Do I have to go to a goverment site to search for patents?
No, there are private entities which will help you search for patents; hewever, the US Patent Office would provide the most exhaustive patent database. To apply for a US patent one must work through the US Patent and Trademark Office. Their website is http://www.uspto.gov. Yes, you must search and apply for patents through a government site. If some other sites or locations offer you patents, you should be careful and watch out for scams.
Where can I search for patents to see if my idea has already been patented?
For patents in the USA you can search at http://patft.uspto.gov/. This site has a comprehensive search engine that gives you several ways to look through the US patent database at both issued patents and patents that are still in the application process.
How many patents were granted by the US in 1990?
99,220, including utility patents, plant patents, design patents, and reissues.
How many patents were granted by us in 2011?
The USPTO granted a total of 247,727 patents from 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2011, including Reissue Patents, Plant Patents, Design Patents, and Utility Patents.
How many patents does GE have?
As of 2010, General Electric (GE) has 1,222 patents. Aside from this, they have filed 37, 268 patents in the US.
Are there examples of patents with a time limit?
ALL US patents expire within a timeframe.
How many patents in 1990?
The US Patent Office issued 99,200 total patents from 1 January 1990 to 31 December 1990, including 9 reissue patents, 6 plant patents, 194 design patents, and 98,991 utility patents.
Where are US patents effective?
U.S. patents are only effective in the United States, its territories, and its possessions
Who had the most patents?
Kia Silverbrook. Silverbrook is listed as an inventor on 3123 issued US utility patents.
Why did marconi get a patent?
Marconi had 33 US patents and 6 UK patents, for developments in wireless telegraphy.
Who was the American inventor who held 1093 patents?
Thomas Edison held 1093 US patents, and over 2000 worldwide.
Do you have a picture of Clara Barton?
We will have if you send us one! :D Try searching in facebook, myspace, google pictures or a local site.
