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You would need to supply the patent office with detailed images of the design, as part of the application process. Unlike copyright, the patent process is quite elaborate and often requires the assistance of an attorney.

For information on US design patent applications, see the link below.

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What does patent mean on jewelry?

One type of patent is the design patent, which protects "ornamental characteristics." If the design is sufficiently innovative, it may receive a design patent.


White mold on patent leather shoes?

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What is an example of a design patent in the field of product design?

An example of a design patent in the field of product design is the iconic Coca-Cola bottle shape, which is protected by a design patent to prevent others from copying its unique design.


What distinguishes patent leather shoes from other shoes?

Patent leather shoes are most distinguishable from other shoes by the material they are made out of. Patent leather is industrially produced leather which has a much different look and feel than traditional leather.


What should you do if you want to apply for a utility patent so the function will be protected and your attorney wants to apply for a design patent and what is the difference?

A design patent provides absolutely no protection for any functional aspect of the design; only the ornamental appearance. They are also valid for only 14 years from date of issue. You would need to file two different patent applications to protect both the design and the function of a device, and this is fairly typical for consumer products (e.g., shoes, home appliances, etc).


How can i fix cracked patent shoes?

how to fix cracks in patent leather


What are patent leather shoes?

Patent leather shoes are leather shoes that are manufactured to be very soft and reflective. According to what I've read, the word patent became attached to this name simply because the technique was patented with the US Patent Office in Washington, D.C. In other words, the creator of the technique who was the patent holder simply named his product "patent leather shoes".


Does anyone know how to get a patent for a wheelchair?

You'll want to file a design patent application. This basically is a special type of patent for people who have a design for a new product.


Design Patent Search?

Anyone desiring to secure a patent upon his or her special design will need to perform a design patent search. Design patents are reserved for a special category of physical items under law. Laws for design protection vary by country around the globe. In the United States, the ornamental design that is on a functional item can be granted a design patent. A design patent can only be granted for a unique ornamental design of an item that is functional. Examples include computer icons and other computer images, beverage containers, jewelry and furniture. This patent is also a form of an industrial design right, enforceable by law. Design patent attorneys are able to register with the government as an agent or attorney specializing in patent applications after they pass a registration examination offered by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Foreign countries have their own form of a design patent and application procedure. To consider another design to be an infringement upon a design patent, it only needs to be shown that another design is similar to the patented design; it does not need to be an exact copy. The inventor, a patent attorney, or registered patent agents are the only ones who are allowed to prosecute design infringement or to file a design patent application. Most design patent applications contain a transmittal, a specification, some drawings and a declaration. The design patent application will not be published in the United States and several other countries until it is granted. It is very important to maintain secrecy until the patent is granted. Design patent searches are made to determine that the new design does not infringe upon another patented design. Most patent design searches and applications are done by patent attorneys to ensure that all legal aspects of the process are performed correctly. Design patents are valid for a period covering 14 years following the issue date. This type of patent is only for the ornamental nonfunctional design of a functional item. Some items that have a design patent may also have a copyright or a trademark. Each separately protects from being copied under penalty of law. There are 33 categories of items that can be granted a design patent in the United States. Items include apparel, packaging, musical instruments, games, toys, lighting, cosmetic products and many other items that can incorporate unique nonfunctional designs. (A chart showing all categories can be viewed at: http://www.freepatentsonline.com/design-patents.html.)


When did the Frisbee get a patent?

The Frisbee patent was issued on September 30, 1958 as Design Patent number D183,626.


Can you patent a knife design?

Yes.


How do you stretch patent shoes?

Use a hair dryer.

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