The invention of many new products not only benefits the needs of human life but also serves the national interest. Therefore, patent protection is essential. However, during the registration process, applicants often encounter some of the following difficulties:
DIFFICULTIES IN THE PATENT REGISTRATION PROCESS AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM
Firstly, the difficulty in preparing the application, especially the description
Applicants often face difficulties when declaring some of the following contents:
- Invention name: The invention name should be brief and not inexorative or advertising.
- Field of use: The patent owner must indicate the field in which the invention is used or related.
- Technical status of the field of use of the invention: It is necessary to state information about the known technical solutions up to the priority date of the application and indicate the technical solution that is closest to the invention stated in the application.
- The technical nature of the invention: The purpose and technical problem that the invention solves, along with the constituent signs of the invention, especially the signs that are new compared to the known technical solutions.
- Brief description of the attached drawings (if any): If the description enclosed with the drawings is intended to clarify the nature of the invention, there must be a list and a brief explanation of each drawing.
In order to obtain an appropriate and regulated description of the invention, the applicant should note:
- Name the invention briefly and concisely.
- Clearly define the field of use and the relevant technical status.
- Clearly describe the technical nature and new signs of the invention.
- Prepare the drawing description thoroughly, if applicable.
Second, the difficulty of keeping the secret of the invention
Patent owners need to be careful when negotiating with co-creators of the invention or examiners before registering. At the same time, proceed with patent registration as soon as possible to avoid information disclosure.
Third, it requires novelty on a worldwide scale
This makes it difficult for owners to register patents because there are still many limitations in searching and accessing patent information in the world in Vietnam. Therefore, the owner needs to conduct a thorough international search to ensure that his invention is new.
Fourth, it is difficult when businesses do not understand the official letters of reply
In the process of processing applications at the National Office of Intellectual Property, the shortcomings and errors of applications are inevitable. Or the author of the invention wants to make an opposition or complaint about the invention. In order to do these things, the author of the invention must be familiar with the official letters of the National Office of Intellectual Property.
Solutions for Successful Patent Registration
Patent registration is a time-consuming, laborious, and costly field, but not every application is successful. In order to ensure successful patent registration and save time, effort and money, authors should prioritize patent registration through official representatives of the National Office of Intellectual Property, reputable intellectual property law firms.
Specific Examples
Example 1: Mr. A invents a new water purification device and wants to register a patent. First, Mr. A should look up the novelty and creativity of the device. After determining that his device has not been previously registered, Mr. A will write a detailed description of the device and submit an application for registration. Mr. A needs to ensure that his description is clear, detailed and in accordance with regulations so that the application is accepted.
Example 2: Company B wants to protect a new production process. Prior to registration, company B must keep this process confidential and only agree with those involved in development or testing after signing a confidentiality contract. Company B should also conduct patent registration early to avoid information disclosure.
Benefits of using A Dong IP's services
Using the services of a lawyer helps ensure that the patent registration process is carried out accurately and efficiently. With professional knowledge and experience, A Dong IP will support you from the initial consulting step to receiving the patent, helping to protect and maximize the value of the patent.
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