How I got my First Patent - How to Apply for a Patent - Step By Step

[@dumbcat]

5:07 "In order to get a patent you have to think up something completely new that no one has created before." I have been told you can actually take an existing product, improve it somehow, and still get a patent.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

That is correct, you can take something existing and then build something new around or on top of it

[@mattreynolds464]

This is a very accurate video on costs. I just got my patent and the numbers here are spot on! Good work.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks Matt. Congrats on getting your patent!

[@kidzone2190]

Did you do global patent?

[@selinane2Seli-zw3pz]

@@kidzone2190 global patent doesn't exist

[@kidzone2190]

@@selinane2Seli-zw3pz thanks. What is the secure way to go? Kindly share if you get time.

[@selinane2Seli-zw3pz]

@@kidzone2190 Please speficy you question. ;-)

[@samp4050]

Your youth and maturity are amazing. You're smart, honest and helpful. Thank you for sharing your personal experiences. 😊

[@Gregcoach]

I worked as a USPTO Patent Examiner for 4 years. For the past 20 years I have been working with Patent Law Firms drafting the Patent applications for the clients. I would agree that one can draft and file a Provisional Patent application to mainly reserve the filing date. However, as it comes to the Utility Non-Provisional Patent application, an experienced Patent practitioner is needed 100%. The Utility Non-Provisional Patent application requires claims that determine the scope or the coverage (i.e., protection) of the future Patent. Drafting claims takes years to master. Claims need to adhere to the Patent laws and be adequately supported by the specification and the diagrams. All of the claim drafts produced by less experienced attorneys are reviewed by senior attorneys and partners and a lot of corrections are often made. In over 20 years, I have not seen a good set of claims written by an inventor. Now some are trying to use AI for their claims - still does not work at all. If it were so easy, thousands of Patent law firms would not exist. Keep in mind that the author of the video had a very simple basic invention.

[@Sarah-gq5jl]

I have a really simple idea that I hadn't ever seen.... but don't know how to get it patented....I'd like to sell my idea but have absolutely no money?

[@Sarah-Naseem]

Gregcoach do you still provide services? How to contact you? I need to file patent. Thanks

[@BewarePeople-od2bd]

How how much u think u need to get it done.😌 I’ll invest if I like it.

[@BewarePeople-od2bd]

Challenge excepted

[@chrisgersky7]

I have already completed my provisional patent for my invention. I am now in the process of completing my non-provisional patent for my utility patent (it is a bath product)... it is VERY tedious and stressful trying to sort out all the details and everything else that the USPTO requires...BUT I am going to try to keep focused and do it ALL on my own. Patent attorneys are just plain too expensive! The USPTO has help services (on the phone or through email) that are useful. I feel I can do this all on my own.... and so can others!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Hey Chris, I agree that you can definitely do it on your own. The only reason I used an attorney on my non-provisional is because specifically the claims and the way they are worded and structured has a lot of importance in the event of patent enforcement. If I were you, I'd maybe just talk to a patent lawyer or spend a few hundred bucks to make sure your claims are done correctly. But I love your attitude and drive, best of luck!

[@3dcadmasters]

DIY helps you when marketing time comes around. Some attorneys can do Fix-and-File for a smaller fee.

[@JVent-lt7pv]

Did you ever get your idea patented?

[@superevostevo]

Did you ever get it done

[@GabrielChua75]

I've been searching for similar videos all day, and this is by far the most helpful one. No fluff, just the good stuff. Thanks so much for making such a kick-ass video man. Can't wait for your next one! :-)

[@SmokytheBear6969]

Wow 👏 👏 👏! No extra info that distracts from main focus Well done TY

[@peterdinh3240]

Holy c***, this is the most beneficial thing in the world! I looked through USPTO to learn how to file a patent and it did not go well. Everything is thrown at you, so many things, and so many things to read! This video helped tremendiously! I will start my process on patent my idea!

[@yurihoo2053]

Your knowledge based on actual experience and also honest feedback are very reliable. Thank you very much!!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thanks

[@tinkeringengr]

Let me summarize the entire process -"hire a lawyer to do it for you"

[@globalike424]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@prettyjassy]

😂🤭

[@BewarePeople-od2bd]

Only lay people trust a lawyer.

[@soulda]

Can you make a video on how you managed to turn an idea to a prototype? Like how do you reach out to companies/people to work on the design...etc

[@donke691]

@@NopeToBroke cast into a printed mold thats made from already melted plastic?

[@Dopeinkartjunkies]

Alibaba

[@karyfrancis4161]

I'm actually very good at this, with one exception I need a list of the steps so I know what to complete first.

[@samueljoseph4462]

Thanks a lot brother...i watched this video first and i am sure i need not go to any other now ... it's a complete package ... You cleared it all ..glad i came here first

[@stevegovea1]

Finally got mine... now trying to make the product, which is the hardest part.

[@raymondjoseph7177]

Nice work. Really one of the most informative videos out there. If I can add to your comments. You can get a patent if someone else has a similar product. Your idea/product must have a significant difference or use from the existing patent. Also if someone had a patent and let it expire or has not paid their extension fees causing the patent to expire, you can submit against that patent. Just saying so people are not put off from trying. if you don't try, you can't make the product successful. Don't give up.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks, Raymond. You're right, appreciate you adding some clarification. All the best!

[@selinane2Seli-zw3pz]

Wtf mean submit against ? You mean submit again ? If a patent is expired you can't file it again. It is public domain. Dude that is the basic of patenting...

[@raymondjoseph7177]

@@selinane2Seli-zw3pz you dont know how patients work. If you submit for one and the idea is already patented you won't be issued a patent. Even if the patent is expired. You have to change yours or prove yours is different and better in some way. An LED light bulb is a perfect example. If you submitted for patent against the same monofilament without any change or real benefit, you wont be issued a patent. If you submit for patent against the same monofilament but replaced with a light emitting diode (led), you will be issued a patent for an LED light bulb. Educate yourself before you get deep into patents. Could cost lots of money and wasted time.

[@selinane2Seli-zw3pz]

@ the answer is no. Filing without a patent attorney is a terrible idea whatever is the size of your company.

[@farzeenfarooq642]

Thank you for this video! It has helped me out a lot to file a patent application. I went pro se and non-provisional first and got patented, but everything you mentioned in this video had been taken into consideration and spewed back to me, mostly through tears on my end...but worth it in the end!!!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

You're awesome, nice job getting it done. Best of luck!

[@farzeenfarooq642]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Thank you again!

[@vvip4769]

I'm here from Trinidad!! 🇹🇹🇹🇹Great video, very helpful for me. Got alot of products in development that will need usa patent. Thank alot!!✌🏾✌🏾

[@Wajang100]

Same here bro. Trini amazon seller 🇹🇹

[@arminius301]

Excellent instructional and very helpful to newbies! I've written and filed several provisional patents, and followed one of them up with a non-provisional patent, doing all of it myself (lots of research, reading books on patenting, and it helps that I work with AutoCAD in my job in civil engineering). I'd typically avoid paying a lawyer if at all possible. If you have an OCD-type sense for nitpicking details you can beat a lawyer at his game LOL. Anyway, some lawyers might cut their fees if you have done most of the legwork yourself, have clean drawings and precise descriptions etc. The only thing that would have been more helpful to this video is to tell people if you're actually making any money. Having put out 30 grand just for the patent, you'll also need to put out cash for marketing etc. After all's set and done, what kind of money are you making on this invention roughly, or are you still upside down. Why spend all this time and money on something that, at the end, will only make you nickels and dimes? Hard to imagine that you can sell your product by the millions and make real dough???

[@davidsteinhour5562]

I'm pretty sure it's "after all is *said* and done". Sorry, I have an OCD-type sense for nitpicking details. No but what I really wanted to say is: this is a great perspective and good advice. Thanks.

[@arminius301]

@@davidsteinhour5562 Good catch. Reason I tend to use incorrect wording for colloquialisms is I'm originally from Germany so I didn't grow up with English, but had to learn it while residing in the US, haha. Try saying Fischer's Fritze fischte frische Fische.

[@arminius301]

@@davidsteinhour5562 btw, it's likely that your last name was Steinhauer at some point before it was americanized. Having German ancestry it's no surprise you have a knack for nitpicking. Steinhauer in German means Stonemason/Stonebeater. My great grandmother's maiden name was Eisenhauer (Ironsmith/Ironbeater). The Eisenhowers in this country at one time had the last name Eisenhauer.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

This is a great point, i will be making a follow up video on your topic, thank you for the idea

[@kingsiddiq4153]

@@iamMartinDimitrov This was great informative video but my question is how do you make the prototype and the actual product!!!

[@successfulaustralia786]

This the best video on the topic as the presenter is very clear about each step and cost.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks Doc

[@jarrodlangford7692]

Listen man, this video is game. like real game. Going to get my provisional patent written up tomrrow.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

LETS GO!

[@jarrodlangford7692]

​@iamMartinDimitrov submitted it using patent wizard. Was cake 🙏. Got a local shop to 3d print my prototype. Was fun process. Thanks man you rock

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

@@jarrodlangford7692 Thats awesome, proud of you bro, you got this!

[@jarrodlangford7692]

Hey man, I sold it over 450 times in January so far. Just wanted to come back and say thank you again for this video. Probably changed my life. Cheers man!@@iamMartinDimitrov

[@dbfence1]

Thank you for your time. My idea is so simple but useful. I’ve never seen anything like it. Any and all help is appreciated. Great vid

[@vjenks7243]

Bro, thank you so much! This video was to the point, concise, understandable and accurate, all of which are extremely important when you're trying to patent a product. THANK YOU!!!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thank you bro, best of luck

[@amberdawnallen3594]

This is an incredibly helpful video and has cleared up a TON of questions for me!!

[@LOFLC2012]

Thank you, very well and simply explained. Best of luck to you with all your endeavours.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thank you!

[@LOFLC2012]

Your welcome! stay safe and blessed.

[@sulamitadepaz1812]

Such an informative video! Thank you for posting!

[@Wajang100]

Damn those fees are HIGH. Great vid. Good luck with your business. I just followed the USPTO tutorial vid on provisional patents thanks to u 🙏

[@jross4725]

Great video. This idea is gonna change the game

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks bro

[@sevaslee4865]

I have to many ideas to be waiting on this , its my money and i need it now !!!

[@weststar3597]

Thank you for sharing. I was looking for design patent. The software patent wizard currently is only for utility patent.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Design patents are easier than utility patents, legal fees are often cheaper too

[@weststar3597]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Yes, I get someone who can help me with that now.

[@inventorj]

Awesome video brotha! Thanks for the insight into how to move past the provisional. Right now I'm working on my PPA but this was a great breakdown of future costs if I decide to go this route. Hopefully my license company will foot the bill if we decide to get the utility patent!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thanks! That sounds awesome, best of luck

[@ValenciaRose.]

@@iamMartinDimitrov What patent lawyer did you use? Im looking for someone in chicago

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I recommend www.incubateip.com/ Randy was great to work with@@ValenciaRose.

[@ValenciaRose.]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Thanks!! Have you tried the free patent program? I'm trying to decide if I should do the "free" one or pay for it. And did you come across the patent professor while looking for help with your patent? If so, what do you think of them?

[@ValenciaRose.]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Hi, it's me again, sorry for all the questions lol But would you happen to know a good manufacturing company that can make functional prototypes?

[@markshriner7089]

Well done! Concise, informative, and accurate!

[@tristanchampalou8769]

Great video, looking to start my own so really appreciate it. Congrats on the patent!

[@slcrooks]

Really well done on the process and costs.

[@NewLife-qj9mx]

I had investigated all this for over a year - great straight to the point video - and yes, accurate 👍 In my own case, in this 'dog eat dog' world - copyright infringement, attorneys fees, etc - and 'make me' - I just decided to self produce, market, and sell on my own. If someone copies my product I cant stop them, but most likely couldnt anyway, lol

[@isaac1572]

Yes, I've been advised that a patent is only a tool to use in court after some one copies your idea. If they are manufacturing overseas, it can be expensive and difficult to prosecute. He said the best way is just to make it and market it faster and cheaper than any copycat can. Sorry it sounds a bit negative but that was the advise.

[@NewLife-qj9mx]

@@isaac1572 exactly

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Yeah, thats a good approach. In some cases like selling on Amazon, you can stop other sellers from selling items infringing on your IP on the USA marketplace, which is the biggest marketplace. So thats good, but you're on the right track.

[@Pilao_girl]

Great product you got there and great video, thanks

[@waltergnerre]

Thank you man, best of luck in your endeavors!

[@DioJeanBaptiste]

thank you for the number break downs man, great info

[@Rio.Motel.84]

Awesome! Great video and advice!

[@itsnaj780]

Where do we go about making our idea a product after the patent? Man i hope i get my patent thanks so much for the info.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

It really depends on what your product is, if you give some more detail i can provide you a better answer

[@PNaught]

Very clear and concise video. I appreciate it

[@tamelatyler5155]

Thanks for sharing such valuable information

[@sarahadkins2540]

I appreciate the run-down on the cost of a patent. As a side note can you as an individual also perform a patent search before doing a provisional filing? My reason for this is to avoid a rejection and paying more fees.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

You can do a search, just search the key words related to your product either on google patents or here: ppubs.uspto.gov/pubwebapp/static/pages/landing.html

[@anubianakira9442]

Do you have any PDF examples of questionnaires to propose your patent idea to companies just while it's being worked on by the engineers

[@abmcd9381]

How long is the utility patent good for? Also, any info on the manufacturing process of your product? Thanks!

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

20, and there are some videos on my channel touching on mfg. Do you have a specific question?

[@guillermoalbertopiedra1779]

Thanks for the video! And btw you're so handsome 😍

[@austinrobertfloressr.661]

Awesome video. I'm from Belize and was thinking to patent a few ideas so I have learnt a lot and this is a great step. Many questions answered in one video. Thanks bro!

[@knownasyellow]

Would I need to get a prototype made before I apply for Provisional Patent ? If so, How can I get a prototype made without my idea being stolen ?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Hey, yes I believe you do need to have made a working prototype in order to apply for a patent. This doesn't mean that it needs to be production quality or ready to sell to someone, it just needs to work as you describe in your patent. I would recommend to find similar components to what you need that you can buy and then "macgyver it" in other works use what you have to get as close as you can to your vision of the product. Thats the cheapest route. Otherwise you can get a prototype manufacturer to sign an NDA and help you make your prototype, but this will likely cost in the low few thousand dollars to in the 10's of thousands depending on the complexity of the product. I hope this helps, let me know if you have any other questions.

[@blackheart6897]

@@iamMartinDimitrovDo you need prototype even before filing provisional patent?

[@philiphof2141]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Your comments have been generally accurate and impressive for a non-patent practitioner, and I enjoyed the video, but this answer is incorrect. There is requirement for having a prototype before filing for patent protection of an invention. What is required is simply that you are able to show and describe the inventive subject matter in the patent application with sufficient detail to essentially instruct a person how to make and use the inventive subject matter. A prototype would help in this regard, but is not necessary.

[@philiphof2141]

I meant to say there is "no" requirement for a prototype.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

@@philiphof2141 Yeah thanks for the clarification, always learning.

[@michwashington]

I subscribed because of this video 🏋🏻‍♂️👍

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thank you!

[@SaifEldeenEmad]

Thanks so much for the step by step process 🙏

[@chikezieonyekwena8918]

Thanks for making the video and sharing your experiences in an interesting way

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thanks, hope it helped!

[@craigdwillia]

It's a great video, but I am totally new to the process. I find that most videos on the subject skip over something. First you said you only had $200 to work with, then you said you paid thousands. Where did your thousands come from? Another video I watched talked about Office Actions, which he said were rejections -- that you would always get a rejection, but he didn't explain why.

[@califormoi]

This is gold thank you for that!!!!

[@freegender930]

If I don't want to believe you how expensive this is and everything you're saying is probably true and thank you 🙏

[@paulneilson6117]

You wanna go straight to a utility patent more power to you. Thanks

[@renabell1108]

Appreciate your honesty

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks for watching!

[@patzimmerman2319]

Thanks for the very informative video, brother.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Of course! Good luck Pat

[@manishkumarsangeliya]

Thanks bro this video is really helpful for me

[@mehrdadmahmoudi3681]

You mentioned if you knew better, you would have hired lawyer to file your provisional patent, why? How does a patent lawyer help with filing the provisional patent? What do they bring to the table?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

You could miss something or be too general or too broad. Honestly you don't need one, but if you had them check it over once you've wrote it, that wouldn't hurt. For example, it would be good to know that basically your first claim is the most important part of the patent, so time should be spent there specifically making sure its good. More so for the details, but a lawyer is not needed, especially if you're trying to do it on a budget.

[@mehrdadmahmoudi3681]

@@iamMartinDimitrov thank you, this makes sense.

[@joserod2195]

Excellent job sir! Very helpful information

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thanks Jose

[@avamasquerade]

This will be the last time someone will tell me I can't possibly draft, file, successfully respond to office actions, and get awarded a utility patent myself before I prove them wrong.

[@undisclosed7691]

Updates?

[@teemakoka]

Awesome information 🙌🏾thank you so much!!!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@rogerstephens2749]

Thanks for your video im almost ready to start the patent application process. My prototype is almost done. How did you test the market for your idea before you got your patent?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Hey Roger, you have to outline who your potential customers are and then talk to them and let them use your product. Then you observe their reaction and learn from there. You'll likely need them to sign an NDA if you haven't yet filed your patent. Hope that helps, let me know if you have any questions.

[@andretang6636]

@@iamMartinDimitrov what is NDA

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

@@andretang6636 Non disclosure agreement. Use a 2-way NDA, that way both you and whoever you are talking to are both agreeing to keep your conversation private.

[@TheBrOk3n76]

Ok...thank you for the information. Kinda ridiculous on all the fees geesh...so my next question is.. how did you approach the manufacturer and did you pay the start up cost or how did that exactly work?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I did a kickstarter campaign that funded our first inventory. I was already talking to the manufacturer and got samples from him. After kickstarter we put the deposit down for our order and started production.

[@Inventor_VA]

You are going too be on T.V. Some day

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Appreciate you bro!

[@Inventor_VA]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Congratulations. And see you on T.V. Soon!

[@elijahwhippo3513]

Awesome info, thank you so much

[@robertsugarland]

Amazing achievement, good job! Should I finish my design first and show a photo of prototype to the USPTO? should I hire an industrial designer?

[@TnOutdoors931]

Great info, thanks for making this video

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thanks Bryan

[@ATomafsky]

Thanks for the video

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@angelozou3914]

Hi SanClips, I am not an American, can you make a design patent application video tutorial, step by step to finish.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I would love to but I've never made a design patent, its much easier from my understanding and there isn't much use for it in my opinion unless you're protecting one specific design. Like a design patent can be worked around by changing a small angle in the design or even the color - (if i understand it correctly) so not really worth it. Utility is the way to go.

[@strong123]

Thanks for the info !

[@reneelvs1740]

For those who are wondering whether the price/cost of a patent Attorney is correct, the answer is yes he is spot on

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks!

[@cosmicdebris2223]

I almost went for this only a few things stopped me; - I'm here in Europe. If you mail details of your application less any legal cover, anyone can copy you, including the recipient of your mail - if you mail your idea it will be null and void as patent and provisional applications must be sent via special encrypted e-mail otherwise it is considered in the public domain the moment you hit the send button as the internet is not safe. It looks like you submit your stuff via patent wizard by regular e-mail in the US. As said, that way it is considered as having hit the public domain and can no longer be patented.

[@suzannesuzanne6201]

Thanks for the video; it's great info to get started

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thank you

[@alexanderhammer688]

Thanks. Good job!

[@ricliu4538]

Great video!!!! Thank you

[@Mr.8ezman]

I have an idea I'd like to patent. At the beginning of the video you said you only had 200 bucks. How did you pay for all those fees if you only had 200 bucks? Thank you kindly.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I did a kickstarter, that helped a lot, I also won business pitch competitions. I also made another video on how to get a "free patent" its under $1,000 which is basically free when it comes to patents. www.youtube.com/watch?v=KM8Fe...

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

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[@Mr.8ezman]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Thank you for taking the time to respond. I will get right on it. If I make it big I'll let you know....

[@AhmedAlshameri]

oh man, I have no chance to patent anything of what I know with that costs 🙄😣 thanks thou, really informative video!

[@vannguyennaviahdik]

Thanks for this great video. Really helpful !

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks Van

[@Divinespritualhealimg]

Believe in yourself you all can do anything all by yourself

[@siddharthb2226]

Nice. Keep it up.

[@Matt-cr7yb]

I'm so glad you're doing this video I've been going crazy thank you very much U.S. MARINE Veteran

[@laverdad6120]

I have more help with this young man than a chicago inventors organization or other so call inventors help

[@Lusion2007]

Can you do a Q&A. It would be nice to ask questions about how your current products making you income. How you have overcome all the overhead

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks for the idea, I will do a Q&A in the future

[@Lusion2007]

@@iamMartinDimitrov not sure if you have an email or something I just did my provisional patent print. And your video definitely helped me out. I just don’t know how to get to marketing.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

@@Lusion2007 i do have an email, its not hard to find on the internet. And I'm not a marketing expert, so not sure i will be helpful there

[@TheREVISISLAND24]

Cool idea for lifters. How many units did you guys sell online?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks and a lot

[@funfrenzzy52]

Very nicely explained

[@MissJoysArtRoom]

Have you done any other videos on the process on finding the lawyer, developing the product & so forth?

[@jzcski]

Thanks so much for posting! The best videos around! How did you select a manufacturer?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

You have to talk to a bunch, Or getting recommended to a manufacturer by someone you know is the best

[@jzcski]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Thanks for the reply!!

[@staceyosborne7259]

Good video. Helped me thoroughly.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Thanks! Glad you got value out of it

[@socalvideo1]

Great video, not happy talk just straight to the point information.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thank you

[@gleanerman2195]

I have a great idea that I want to patent but I don't have that kind of money, can you help me try and do this myself.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I have made this video and a video on how to get a free patent if you qualify. You can see it on my channel. These are all of the tools you need

[@harpreetsanghera4138]

Great video very helpful thanks bud

[@enriquea308]

Did you wait to have the Patent to start selling the product or once you apply with the provisional one are you protected from being copied?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

provisional gives you 12 months to file the real patent. Should have a provisional files before publicly showing and selling product/idea

[@JEZPP]

Can you patent an idea similar to another but with some improved features?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

yeah, depending on how much the difference is will dictate if you can get a new utility or just a new design patent

[@JussPerfect]

Hi. I am wondering if you can help advice me. I have a very unique idea for a household tool. Similar to your product that you use an item available and make your holder. Similarly you didn't design or come up with the spring clip but merely use its it for another tool or product. My ideal also use another similar item but on a household item. The lawyer said I didn't design the tool that function like that even thought it's on other use. I told him that there are no such household tool that I am patenting. Its the only one in the world of that tool that function like that. He also agreed on this point that he has never seen such household tool like that but because ita movement and its similar in design to other tool. I saw your video that you use the clipping method to apply on the gripping holder. So my question is must you be the designer of the clipping method to file your patent? I still felt the lawyer didn't focus on my point that the household tool I am working on is the only one in the world that function like that. Thank you amd sorry for the long message.

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Hi Juz, there are two types of patents, design and utility. With a design patent, you can get them for just about anything slightly new that you can think of. The utility patent is for a new functionality for a new type of product that you are the first to create. You can build on other items as long as they are not protected by current IP.

[@dsteele485]

Super helpful, thanks!

[@desmondstanley4372]

So, I HAD an idea; however, I just found something similar from what looks like a small business in another country with a prototype that seems to not fully function. They have a website but the copyright trademark is from 2015-2021 and I don’t see a patent on it. My design looks different but they have many of the features I thought of already. It looks like they either ran out of funding or just stopped. Is it still worth a shot? I really do think my design could break through where they couldn’t. What do you think, anyone?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

I think that its still possible for you to get a patent, but you would need to have good points on how your design is different than theirs if the patent examiner asks.

[@jermainehorton2824]

Great informational video 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

thank you!

[@fflores957]

This is perfect for what I’m trying to patent. Thank you for the details. I don’t have $18K available to invest into a parent. What are other ways to protect a functional product? Would the provisional patent be enough?

[@selinane2Seli-zw3pz]

Provisionnal patent application doesn't give any protection if it doesn't become a regular patent application

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

The provisional patent gives you 12 months to file a real patent. In that 12 months you can develop the prototype, test the market, and sell the product if you're able to. If the idea is good and you find the funds, then you can move to filing a non provisional.

[@cyber8000]

@@iamMartinDimitrov Do the lawyer fees ($8k

[@ATomafsky]

How will that hold 315 on the barbell ?

[@iamMartinDimitrov]

Yes it will, you can see on our IG

[@JBtexasOG]

Martin, did it end up costing you more in the long run because you filed the provisional yourself? Or is it just more time consuming? Thx.

[@michaelabraham3677]

Close to $20,000? Sheesh. Thanks for the heads up!