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Natman Addict
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Joined: 13 Jan 2006 Posts: 873 City: Eddy TOWN
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Posted: Aug 15, 2006 4:12 pm Post subject: patents |
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so ive got a super duper duper whooper good ivention, and it really effects slalom wakes. Someone explain the proper way to patent my invention, do I just go ahead build it then patent, or patent the idea, im somewhat lost in confusion about patents... ![Question](images/smiles/icon_question.gif) |
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Posted: Aug 15, 2006 7:58 pm Post subject: |
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Get in touch with a Canadian and a US patent attorney.
You can do it yourself, but the resulting patent will probably be worth squat. |
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204Waker Wakeboarder.Commie
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Joined: 13 Oct 2003 Posts: 1748 City: Edmonton
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Posted: Aug 15, 2006 8:02 pm Post subject: |
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its not a good idea if it involves skiing. If it can make a 6 foot wake for wakeboarding, patent it ![Laughing](images/smiles/icon_lol.gif) |
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Posted: Aug 15, 2006 8:26 pm Post subject: |
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Natman, unless you have some good $ you probably wont want to go to an attorney. Our patent which is pending now cost $7k. _________________
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Posted: Aug 16, 2006 5:47 pm Post subject: |
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It depends on the state of the "art" or technology and how much research is involved.
At least get a consultation. If you fail to protect your idea properly and it's as good as you say, you'll probably get killed in competition.
EDIT: you can negotiate a flat fee, or a contingency (usu. royalty-based) after the consultation. |
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