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What is a pending payment?
This means the paperwork has been submitted to and received by the patent office, but the office has not given the idea a patent yet. If someone violates a pending patent that is later approved, it's the same legally as violating an established patent, under American law. Note that other countries' legal interpretation will differ.
Where can I find a database of items that are waiting for patent online?
Patents are a secret process. If someone gets your information while the patent is pending, they can steal your idea. The US patent office can give you information. www.uspto.gov/products/catalog/patent_services/index.jsp
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i have a Winchester 37. 28inch that says patent pending . Any idea the value of this gun
What does PAT PEND mean on vintage jewelry?
Patent and Pending is like a copyright. You cannot use/steal the name or idea as it has been protected.
What is is a possible consequence of revealing an invention to the outside world before filing for patent protection?
Someone can steal your idea, and patent it.
If I have an idea that I haven't heard of before, how do I go about seeing if there is already a pending patent for it?
There are several ways to search for pending patents. One is to go to Google Patent Search (www.google.com/patents) or you can contact companies that help you develop your ideas. They charge a fee, but they will research and see if there are any similar products in development. You can search the internet under invention developers for a choice of companies,
Can someone use your idea if you failed to patent it?
Yes. Ideas cannot be protected; only expressions of ideas.
Can I patent an idea without a prototype"?
No, you cannot patent an idea without a prototype. A prototype is typically required to demonstrate the functionality and feasibility of the idea in order to obtain a patent.
How can someone patent an idea?
There is no real way of patenting an idea. A vague idea or concept can not really be copyrighted. One has to have a clear blueprint or a proof of concept in order to copyright.
Can InventHelp help me patent my idea?
Yes, InventHelp can assist you in the process of obtaining a patent for your idea.
Is there a do-it-yourself guide on how to patent a new type of motor?
Getting a patent is a great idea to protect your idea. You can apply for a patent online www.InventionHome.com.
What do you mean plagiarism?
Plagiarism is using someone elses answer, idea or writing and claiming it as your own knowing it is not your work or not giving the original writer credit.
