FAQ

What is a patent?

Patent is Exclusive legal right granted by the Patent Office toAA new, useful and progressive invention InventiveThe patent grants its owner The right to prevent others from making, selling, or using an invention without permission., For a period of up to 20 years.

To obtain a patent, theAA find must meet three main criteria::
Innovation (Novelty) – The invention has not been previously published..
progress Inventive (Inventive Step) – Not obvious to an expert in the field.
Industrial utility (Industrial Applicability) – Practically applicable.

A patent provides legal protection for technological innovation., Helps prevent copying, and allows its owner to take advantage of theAFound In the form Commercially and create a competitive advantage.

How to protect your invention with a patent?

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Registering a patent for a new invention is a critical process for legal protection of innovative ideas.and to prevent copyingAnd. To ensure full protection, follow these steps::

Steps to Register a Patent:

Innovation testing Make sure that the invention has not been previously published and that there are no similar patents..

Preparing a patent application Professional writing of the application, including a detailed description, drawings and claims.

Filing with the Patent Office You can submit a request.Patent in one or more countries.

Legal examination The Patent Office examines whether the invention meets the conditions of innovation, progress, Inventive and usability.

Confirmation andReceptacle The patent Once the application is approved, the patent grants exclusive rights for 20 years..

📌 Why is it important to register a patent??

driven Copying or commercial exploitation of invention by others.
allowing Licensing or selling the patent For companies and business entities.
amplifying Business value of companies Startup.

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Linguistically and legally, the standard form is "invention" and is also the official term in patent law. However, many use the term "invention", And even the Academy of the Hebrew Language allows the use of the word invention as an expression to"instrument or method etc. They are fruit imagination and talent creative The established on Principles New or Forces The workers In nature".

📌 What does patent law say??

The Patent Law, 1967, uses the term "invention" Consistently. For example, Section 3 of the law states::

"An invention, whether a product or a process in any technological field, that is new, useful, industrially applicable, and represents an advance Inventive – She is like a patent song"

🔹 That is, according to the law, The correct term is "invention"" and not "invention"".

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The length of time it takes to register a patent depends on the country in which the application is filed.. In most countries, the patent examination and approval process Lasts on average about-4 Years. But, please note, if the patent is ultimately granted, you can claim retroactively from the date the application was filed.

📌 Process steps and waiting time:

Search for prior knowledge Patent search, search for patent applications, articles and various publications that may rule out the possibility of obtaining a patent for your invention.
duration: Several days.

Preparation Initial patent application (Provisional) To serve A provisional application can be filed that allows for a pre-emption as early as possible and will then form the basis for filing a National request or Request PCT For international protection temporarily.
duration: 4-6 weeks.

Filing a full patent application (Non-provisional) The initial application must be converted within 12 months of its submission.
duration: to year.

Publication of the patent applicationThe patent application you filed is published approximately six months after it was filed in one or more countries or when it was filed as an application. PCT.
duration: 6 months.

Substantive examination The authority checks whether theAFound (invention) New, progressive Inventive and useful.
duration: 1-4 Years (may vary) respectively The workload of the Patent Office).
Acceptance and registration of the patent After approval, the registration fee must be paid and the patent certificate must be received..
duration: Several months.

How to speed up the process?

Fast track In some countries you can request Quick test Under certain conditions.
Professional writing of the application A detailed and clear request Made of reduce Objections and expedites approval The patent.
Monitoring and effective conduct with the authority Quick response toObjections that come Saves delays.

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Provisional patent arch (Provisional Patent Application) It is a type of provisional patent application that allows inventors to secure a premiere date. (Priority Date) Before filing a full patent application.

📌 What is a provisional application used for??

🔹 Allows you to submit a description of the invention At a lower cost andNo need to draft claims (Claims).
🔹 Grants 12-month grace period, During which a full patent application can be submitted (Non-Provisional) And keep the priority date.
🔹 Used by startups and entrepreneurs who want Protect an idea quickly, For example, before exposure to investors or the market.

📌 Does a provisional application grant patent rights??

not. A provisional application does not grant legal rights to a patent., It only allows you to reserve a premiere date. If a full application is not filed within 12 months, the potential protection expires..

📢 When should you file a provisional application??

When necessary Maintain priority date quickly.
when Want toFile a patent application cheaply And still maintain the right of priority. Note that later you will have to file a full patent application in any case to receive the patent.
When searching Investors or strategic partners and want to ensure initial protection.

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Before filing a patent application, it is important to check whether there are similar patents that may prevent registration. A professional patent search can help understand whether the invention is truly new and has the potential to be registered..

📌 How to perform a patent search?

🔹 Using free patent databases:

Google Patentspatents.google.com
reservoir World Intellectual Property Organization 🔗 WIPO PATENTSCOPE – https://patentscope.wipo.int This database allows you to search for requests. PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) and in patents from many countries around the world. 🚀
US Patent Database (USPTO)www.uspto.gov

🔹 Search by keywords and technical descriptions Use of terms describing the invention, including different variations.
🔹 Checking existing patents by patent numbers or patent owner names.
🔹 Claims analysis (Claims)Even if similar patents exist, your invention may still be different enough to warrant registration..

📌 Is independent search enough??

🔹 A free search in databases can provide Initial indication, but In most cases it will not constitute replacement worthy For a professional search by a patent attorney Which could save you a lot of heartache.
🔹 Deep and comprehensive search Required to identify also Requests patent or Publications Relevant Others.
🔹 It is recommended to contact experts to Analyze the findings and assess whether the invention is patentable.

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Patent, trademark and copyright are three different types of Protection of intellectual property, each designed to protect a different type of property.

📌 Patent – protection of inventions Technologies

Patent grants Exclusive rights to a new invention Innovative product or process with industrial use.
The patent is granted for a period of Up to 20 years and prevents others To manufacture, sell or use an invention without permission.
Must be submitted Patent application to the Patent Office, AndFor a living processLet him determine thatThe invention New, useful and progressive Inventive.

📌 Trademark – Protection of branding and business identity

A trademark protects Logos, trade names, slogans etc' that identify a business, product or service.
Allows the owner to prevent others from using a name or mark similar to it onhim domain.
For example: the logo ofNike , The nameCoca-Cola, and passwords like "Just Do It" are registered trademarks.
The defense is valid. No time limitYes, As long as you continue to use and renew the registration.

📌 Copyright – protection of original works

Copyright protects Artistic, literary and musical works, Including books, songs, movies, computer software and more.
No formal registration required – protection is in place From the moment of creation, But copyright can be registered in some countries (such as USA) for the purpose of strengthening legal protection.
The defense continues. toLength The entire life of the creator And another 70 years after his death (in most countries).

📢 How to choose the right protection?

If you have developed New technology, You may need patent.
If you created Business branding, It is worth writing down Trademark.
If you produced Creative content, Like a book, a picture or a poemCopyright Protecting you.

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There is no such thing as an "international patent" that provides uniform worldwide protection. Every patent is territorial, meaning it is only valid in the countries where it is registered and approved. Quite a few people confuse the incorrect term "International Patent" and an application PCT. Request PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Allows inventors to postpone the decision regarding filing Request Patent in various countries For up to 30 months From the date of the initial application, while maintaining the priority date and granting additional time to plan the international registration strategy.

📌 Why should you submit a request?T PCT?

Flow considerations Instead of filing directly in each state, you can defer the expense.The Great and spread the submissions over a relatively long period.
Search report You receive a search report that can give an indication of what you will face during the exam.

A positive search report can help you get your patent faster. Several countries allow a positive search report to be relied upon in a request to advance the examination of the patent application.
Maintains the priority date Prevents others from filing a similar patent while you are hesitating.

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Yes, under certain conditions. Not all software is patentable, but if it provides An innovative technological solution to a technical problem, It may be patented..

📌 What makes software? For training patent?

🔹 A technical solution to a technical problem The software must Improve system performance, efficiency, or accuracy Beyond business calculations or standard data processing.
🔹 Innovation and progress Inventive She must present A significant improvement and not an obvious solution For experts in the field.

📌 Examples of software that may be Patentability:

A system for identifying and correcting failures in communication networks An algorithm that automatically detects failures in communication protocols and improves network stability.
Smart energy control for industrial devices Software that optimizes power consumption in real time based on sensor data analysis.
A deep learning-based image recognition system to improve quality control in manufacturing plants Software that analyzes product images and detects defects more accurately and faster than existing techniques.
AI-based user interface performance improvement A system that identifies usage patterns and optimizes the user experience in real time.

📌 Examples of software that cannot be patented:

Customer management system (CRM) Without technical contribution If it just compiles information and displays it, it does not provide a technological improvement..
An app for scheduling appointments based on a personal calendar Performing a time calculation without an innovative technical contribution will not be considered progress. Inventive.
Business model based on pricing algorithm An automated price calculation method will not be patented if it does not improve existing technology..

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Patent application (Patent Application) It is an intermediate step in the patent registration process, while a registered patent (GrantedPatent) It is the result of official approval by the Patent Office, which grants the inventor exclusive rights to the invention..

📌 What is a patent application??

🔹 A legal document filed with the Patent Office, containing, among other things, Detailed description of the invention and set of claims (Claims) Defining the scope of protection sought.
🔹 After submission, the application receives Premiere date (Priority Date), which allows the applicant to file the same invention in additional countries within 12 months.
🔹 The application is reviewed by patent examiners, and may take several years to be approved or rejected..
🔹 A request alone does not grant full legal rights. This means that competitors can still use the invention until the patent is approved.. However, after the initial filing of the patent application, the legal status of the application is Patent Pending And that has a certain value in the eyes of investors, potential buyers, and so on.  

📌 What is a registered patent??

🔹 Patent received after Examination and approval By the Patent Office.
🔹 From Exclusive rights to the inventor Prevent others from making, using, or selling the invention for a period of Up to 20 years.
🔹 Given To enforce a registered patent in courts, While a patent application alone does not provide full legal protection.

📌 Summary of the main differences:

Patent application = initial stage Submit a description of the invention and begin the examination process..
Registered patent = final stage The application has been reviewed and approved, and the invention is legally protected..

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No, there is none. duty Present a working product to register a patentninth. Patents are granted for Technological ideas and inventions that are clearly and fully described, and not about finished products.

📌 What is required to register a patent??

🔹 Detailed description of the invention The application must include: Clear technical document, Details how the invention works and how it can be implemented.
🔹 Claims (Claims)Define the The field of legal protection That the patent will buy.
🔹 Drawings Supporting the understanding of the invention.
🔹 Innovation and progress Inventive To get a patent for your invention, The invention Described in detail and in claims Must be New and not obvious For a professional in the field.

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A patent infringement lawsuit is only possible after the patent has been approved and registered in the country where the infringement occurs.. That is, you cannot be sued for breach of A patent application that is still in the examination process.

📌 What are the conditions for a patent infringement lawsuit??

🔹 A valid registered patent The patent On which the lawsuit is based Must be Happy and active In the country where the violation occurs.
🔹 Infringement of patent claims (Claims)It must be proven that the product The violator or the violating process Exploiting Without permission The invention on which it is given The patent.

📌 What steps can be taken in the event of a violation??

🔹 Warning letter Usually, before filing a lawsuit, an official notice is sent to the infringer demanding that they stop using the patent..
🔹 Patent licensing negotiations Instead of a lawsuit, a licensing agreement can be reached with the infringing company..
🔹 lawsuit If the other solutions don't work, you can file a claim for injunction, Financial compensationand so on.

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Yes, a patent can be sold, just like any other property. A patent gives its owner proprietary rights that can be transferred, sold, or licensed to others..

📌 How to sell a patent?

🔹 sale The owner transfers all rights to the patent to the buyer, who becomes the new owner..
🔹 Licensing Instead of selling the patent outright, you can Grant a license to use Under agreed terms, while maintaining ownership.

📌 How much is a patent worth??

Depends on the commercial value A patent with high market potential could be worth millions, while others may be less profitable..
Depends on the technological field Patents in the fields ofIn-demand and prestigious patents may be worth more than patents in other fields.
Depends on the patent stage In general, Approved patent will be It is worth more than applying for a patent that is still under examination..

📌 To whom can a patent be sold??

Large commercial companies Interested in patents that integrate with their technology.
Competitors in the market May acquire patents to strengthen their intellectual property portfolio or prevent competition.
Legal entities (NPE – Non-Practicing Entities)Acquire patents for legal enforcement and licensing purposes.

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No, a patent cannot be granted for an intellectual concept. general. patent Can be accepted About an invention It must be described in detail. That is, to obtain a patent Must be presented Detailed description of invention Concrete technology which allows it to be implemented in practice.

📌 What are the conditions for obtaining a patent??

🔹 Clear technological implementation Patent application MustT include Detailed application instructions And not just a general idea.
🔹 InnovationThe invention MustT be newthe andSuch thatNot deployedwhat In the past.
🔹 progress Inventive on The invention be Not a mobNat Malithe To an expert in the field.
🔹 Industrial utilityon The invention be NitNat For implementation and operation in a specific technological field.

📌 Examples of concepts that are not patentable

General idea for a new product Without technological details, it is impossible to obtain a patent for it..
A business method without a technological component For example, a dynamic pricing model without an innovative technological solution.

An information management application without technological innovation for example, An application that centralizes users' electricity consumption data But does not offer a unique algorithm or innovative technological integration.
Natural or biological process for example, A weight loss method based solely on dietary changes. Without an innovative technological or chemical change, it cannot be patented..

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Yes, you can patent an improvement to an existing product, but the improvement must be innovative, useful, and progressive. Inventive.

📌 What are the conditions for a patent for an improvement of an existing product??

🔹 InnovationThe improvement must be New and previously unpublished In a similar product.
🔹 progress Inventive The improvement cannot be Of course To a person skilled in the field.
🔹 Industrial utilityThe improvement must be Practical and provide a real technological advantage.

📌 Examples of patentable improvements

A more energy-efficient mechanism for an electrical appliance For example, an upgrade that reduces the power consumption of an air conditioner in 30%.
A unique functional addition to an existing device For example, a pen with a digital sensor that converts handwriting into digital text.
Improving the user interface of a medical device For example, a new system for controlling the device MRI Allows for faster diagnosis.
New material that improves product durability For example, a new coating that extends the battery life of Smartphones.

📌 What cannot be patented??

Routine upgrade or minor adjustment If the improvement is a minimal change that experts in the field would expect, it will not be considered an invention..

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No, an expired patent no longer grants exclusive rights to its owner, and the inventor cannot prevent others from using the invention.the.

📌 When does a patent expire??

Typically, after 20 years from the date of filing Patents are generally valid for up to 20 years from the date of application, subject to payment of periodic renewal fees..
If renewal fees have not been paid In most countries, a patent can expire early if its owner does not pay renewal fees..
Request Rejected patentTtheif During the exam An examination report was issued. Who stated objections to the granting of the patent andNot submitted Timely response, The application will be abandoned and the patent will not be granted..

 

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No, a general idea for an app is not patentable.. However, if the app includes Significant technological innovation, It may be possible to patent the algorithm, method or technological mechanism in which.

📌 When can you patent an app??

🔹 If it solves a unique technological problem For example, an innovative algorithm to improve information security or a method to streamline data communication.
🔹 If it includes technological innovation beyond the code itself For example, a combination of software and hardware that produces a significant technical improvement.
🔹 If it is not just a digital business process Business models, such as "expense management app" or "brokerage platform", are not patentable.

📌 Examples of applications that may be eligible for a patent

Based image processing system AI toFor example, an app that improves image quality in real time using machine learning.
Innovative data compression algorithm Which significantly reduces the size of files sent in the application.
Security technology for financial services Like a unique method for detecting fraud on digital payment platforms.

📌 Examples of applications that cannot be patented

Food ordering app If there is no technological innovation in the booking system itself, but only an improved user interface.
App-based business model For example, a platform for connecting service providers and customers, without unique technology.
A method for automatically calculating prices If it is a purely business algorithm without technical innovation.

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No, a mathematical algorithm alone cannot be registered as a patent.ninth. However, if the algorithm Integrated with a unique technological solution, It may be patentable..

📌 When can an algorithm be patented??

🔹 If it is part of an applied technological system For example, an algorithm to improve information security that is integrated with an advanced encryption mechanism.
🔹 If it provides a significant technological improvement For example, an image processing algorithm that improves the quality of medical scans.
🔹 If it contributes directly to the operation of a physical system For example, an energy management algorithm in a system IoT Which reduces power consumption.

📌 Examples of algorithms that can be patented

An algorithm for detecting anomalies in medical data system AI that is able to detect rare symptoms in clinical data.
Algorithm for managing server loads An innovative method for allocating computing resources that enables energy savings and improved performance.
Algorithm for predicting faults in transportation systems A system that identifies unusual usage patterns and warns of malfunctions in advance..

📌 Examples of algorithms that cannot be patented

A purely mathematical formula If it is just a mathematical equation without technological application, it is not patentable..
Dynamic pricing algorithm If it is just a business model without technological contribution, it is not eligible for patenting..
Recommendation system based on user preferences If the algorithm performs standard data processing without significant technological improvement.

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Yes, a new material can be patented, but it must be innovative, useful, and have unique properties that were not previously known..

📌 What are the conditions for registering a patent for a new material??

🔹 InnovationThe material must be New and previously unpublished In existing scientific publications or patents.
🔹 progress InventiveThe material must not be a direct derivative of existing materials, but must include An unexpected or unique feature.
🔹 Industrial utilityThe material must be Usable in industry, For example, in the fields of pharmaceuticals, chemistry, advanced materials, energy, etc..

📌 Examples of materials that can be patented

A new drug or novel molecule For example, a new active ingredient to treat a rare disease.
Innovative metal alloy Extremely abrasion-resistant material designed for aviation use.
Nanomaterial for improving thermal conduction For example, nanotechnology coating to reduce heat in electrical circuits.

📌 Examples of materials that cannot be patented

Natural materials that were discovered but not modified For example, a new mineral whose properties have been discovered, but has not undergone any unique modification or processing.
Existing mixture with minor modification If the change in the material does not materially affect its properties, it will not necessarily be patentable..
Material that previously existed but was not used Simply using an old material for a new purpose is not necessarily enough to obtain a patent..

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A good patent strategy is much more than registering a single patent – it is a critical tool forIncreasing the value of the company,Attracting investors and ensuring the company's competitive advantage. Startups Innovators face a dynamic environment, so it is important to build a strategy that will avoid fromCompetitors will bypass the invention and maximize the company's business potential.

📌 Key steps in building a patent strategy For a startup

1. Identify the technological core

🔹 What is truly innovative about your product?? It is important to define the central component that gives the company Unique technological advantage.
🔹 What competitors might copy?Identify which elements are essential to the commercial activity of The startup and prevent others from duplicating them.

2. Prioritize Submissions and plan the schedule

🔹 Submissions PTenetsea The patent applications with the highest business value should be filed first.  
🔹 Submit a requestthe Provisional (provisional) Thanks to the low costs relatively Allows you to submit a number multi of early-stage patent applications In social life And even before you've completed a significant round of fundraising.

🔹 When to submit a requestT PCT?If there is global potential, it is recommended to consider Request PCT To gain additional time to decide on target countries.

3. Plan an international strategy – in which countries to file patent applications?

🔹 Economic considerations The cost of registering and maintaining a patent in different countries can be high. It is important to choose the countries where the patent will provide The most business value.
🔹 Where is your main market??A patent must be filed in the countries where the product is will be produced, YYActual sales or where potential competitors operate.
🔹 Protection in countries with significant industrial production In China, India and other countries there is a high level of imitation, so it is worth registering a patent even if you do not plan to sell directly there..

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