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Patents
- Google PatentsSearch for granted patents and applications from USPTO and translated patents from multiple international bodies. See About link for an updated list of countries. Also related non-patent literature. Filters are applied post-search.
- Advanced Google PatentsSelect criteria before searching for better results.
- About Google PatentsTips on searching Google patents, including operators, using classifications and more.
- United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)Search for U.S. patents, applications, and trademarks.
Why Patent?
- Top 10 Reasons Why Your Startup Needs PatentsInsights from Forbes.
First to File: Patents for Today's Scientist and Engineer by Publication Date: 2014Lays out the new features of patent law introduced by the America Invents Act of 2012.
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Patent Fundamentals for Scientists and Engineers by Publication Date: 2012e-book
Introduction into patenting for engineer and scientists. Covers changes due to the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA).
