2. Prototype
can help add value to a project as well as
credibility. In some instances, the company
will need to innovate to be able to prove that
the concept works and that the theoretical
design translates into a working model.
3. Prototype usefulness for
Licensing
Prototype development is not essential, but
can add value to a project. Prototype would
be adequate to demonstrate the basic
fundamentals of the idea.
4. Step 1. Document It
This is the first step to patenting the
idea and keeping it from being
stolen. Write the idea down in an
inventor’s journal and have it signed
by a witness.
5. Step 2. Research It
The company will need to research
the idea from a legal and business
standpoint. Before to file a patent,
one should:
6. Step 2. Research It
Complete an initial patent search. Visit the
website to ensure the requirement for patenting,
complete a rudimentary search for free at
www.ipophil.gov.ph to make sure no one else
has patented the idea. One should also
complete a non-patent “prior art” search.
7. Step 2. Research It
Research your market. Do some preliminary
research of the target market. Is this something
people will actually buy? One can determine
these costs by comparing those of similar
products currently on the market. This will also
help size up the competition.
8. Step 3. Make a Prototype
A prototype is a model of the invention
that puts into practice all the things that
were written in the inventor’s journal. This
will demonstrate the design of the
invention that will be presented to the
potential lenders and licenses.
9. Step 3. Make a Prototype
Here are some general rules of thumb when prototyping
invention:
1. Begin with a drawing, sketch out all of the ideas into
inventor’s journal.
2. Create a concept mock up out of any material that will
allow one to create a 3-D model of the design.
3. Create a full-working model of the idea; consider using a
computer-animated virtual prototype..
10. Step 4. File a patent
There are two main patents to choose from:
1. Utility patent (for new processes or machines)
2. Design patent (for manufacturing new, non-
obvious ornamental designs). If the invention is
really valuable, someone will infringe on it.
11.
12. Advantages of Prototype
1. It tests and refines the functionality of the design.
2. It makes it possible to test the performance of
various materials.
3. It will help you describe your product more
effectively.
4. It will encourage others to take it more seriously.
13. Patenting
Create a thorough record of the invention.
1. Record the process of inventing the
product.
-List all the things that need to create
it, all the possible parts and materials for the
invention
14. Patenting
Create a thorough record of the invention.
2. Keep records of the research showing
that no similar patented products in the
same market. Prove that invention is unique
in order to quality for a patent.
15. Patenting
Create a thorough record of the invention.
3. Consider the commercial sales of value of the
invention. Make sure you have recorded the
commercial value and potential income based on sales
of you the invention. This way, one will know that the
earning potential of the product outweighs the amount
paid.
16. Patenting
Create a thorough record of the invention.
4. Create an informal drawing of the
invention. An accurate drawing of invention
may be required in patent application
17. Making Invention a Reality
1. Create a prototype.
2. Create a presentation.
3. Present an invention to a manufacturer.
4. Produce your invention
5. Advertise you invention
