While applying for a patent, the law requires that an applicant must provide at least one patent illustration (also called patent drawings). Basically, an inventor includes drawing in the application to ease the process of understanding and to help create a better quality of an application. Mainly in the situation where the invention deals with a process, it[…]
Patent drawings are the visual form of patent description. Invention drawings provide the best possible way to understand the details of the invention, without reading the complete specifications. There is no law that claims the inclusion of drawings as a compulsion. However, since it helps to understand well in less time, it is wise to[…]
Creating an illustration for patents is a completely different affair as it involves strict compliance with the patent regulatory norms of the intended jurisdiction. Unlike other forms of illustration, here, the draftsperson needs to have a complete understanding of the subject matter as well as the patent illustration rules set forth by the respective patent office. Irrespective of the fact whether[…]
Patent drawings or illustrations for patents are the easiest visual form of understanding an invention. Though, it is not compulsory for applicants to include a drawing for their invention still it is recommended as it can help a lot down the line. There are many companies that offer patent drawing services to their clients these days[…]
Irrespective of the fact whether you are intending to file a utility patent or a design patent, a patent drawing can improve the likelihood of patent approval. Though, it is not mandatory as per the statutory rules still it can be of great value down the lines. In the domain of patent filing if a[…]
Illustrations or patent drawings are one of the most important elements of a patent draft. If made prudently and wisely, it can help you a lot in expediting the overall patent granting process. Unlike other kinds of normal drawings, making drawings for patents demands understandings of patent drawing rules, acquaintance with the patent regulatory framework[…]
Before we understand dimensioning in patent drawings, let’s first understand what a patent drawing is. Speaking broadly, patent drawing is a kind of technical drawing used to communicate visually how something functions or is to be constructed. Patent drawings are used by individual inventors, companies, and industry experts to support their invention while filing a[…]
No matter, whether you are drafting a provisional patent application or a complete application, subject matter disclosure is important. Subject matter disclosure can be done either by including specific texts and/or by including patent drawings. However, we must agree that a picture speaks thousand words and it is advisable to include drawings wherever you can.[…]
Patent drawing rules are complex and this is why it’s important to know these rules before you submit a drawing to the respective patent office. The important point that we need to consider while creating illustrations for patents is that, here, we have a set of rules which needs to be followed religiously. Simply, by not[…]
Creating drawings for patents is an art that requires well acquaintances not only with the patent regulatory norms but also of relevant computer aided designing software like AutoCAD. Accompanying an application with a patent illustration is not mandatory, still, if it’s used will be of great value as it can help examiners understand the idea clearly.[…]