Do I need a prototype before applying for a patent?
As of date, a prototype or a working example of your invention, or idea is not required for you to be able to initiate the patent process. Only the thought or the idea and all of the details will suffice. However, as we have mentioned, for a utility patent, instead of a prototype you will need a very detailed written explanation of the invention.
This will include how you make and use this invention. In case of a design patent, you will be required to have drawings or sketches of your design or art. These are also known as formal patent drawings.
Will a provisional patent application give me patent protection?
A provisional patent application, as the name suggests, is just the application itself. It means that you are now in the process of being considered for a patent. It will not provide you with any protection per se. However, it can be used as a deterrent to competitors when you use the stamp “patent pending” because it will mean that you are first in line.
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