How to Obtain a Patent?
"Patent; consists of processes that require a serious process from the inquiry process to the application stage and after the application. Patent systems are preferred according to the nature of the invention"
Examined Patent System; A system in which the patent is given on the basis of a research report. 20 years of protection can be provided and the protection period cannot be extended.
Un-Examined Patent System; It is the system where the inventor is entitled to protection for 7 years. However, the inventor and 3rd party may request a review before the end of this period. If the examination report is positive, a 20-year protection period and a examined patent document are given based on the date of application.
Utility model; In this system, research report and examination report are not required. It can be obtained more easily and with less cost and in a shorter time compared to the other system with and without examination. If the applicant wishes, he/she can request a research report. Within 3 months after the utility model application is published, third parties can oppose to the publication. The applicant or its representative can respond to the oppositions. The protection period is 10 years from the date of application and this period cannot be extended.