Tag: inventions
Thanks a Million!
USPTO issues 1 millionth design patent, to Texas woman for ornamental design of dispensing comb
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YOUR USPTO: ‘They Stole My Invention!’
When a collaboration goes wrong: A look at rare derivation proceedings before the PTAB
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YOUR USPTO: Journeys of Innovation – She Lives ‘Inventivity’
Daughter of Gatorade inventor continues in father’s footsteps with Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
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Your USPTO: Magic Moment – 1 Millionth Design Patent on the Way
According to USPTO projections, the 1 millionth U.S. design patent may potentially be issued in October of this year.
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Your USPTO: What’s Next – Free Trademark Basics
The USPTO’s eight-module Trademark Basics Boot Camp returns July 11.
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Your USPTO: Journeys of Innovation – From Inspired to Inspiring
Damian Earley’s participation in Ohio Invention League helped propel him to invention successes, and motivate siblings
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Your USPTO: Invention-Con 2023
Panelists at “Invention-Con 2023: Building Tomorrow’s Innovation” were powerful reminders of the collaborative spirit of inventing and entrepreneurship; the indisputable importance of intellectual property; and a world of resources that are waiting to be utilized.
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Happiness is a … Robotic Hug?
This animal-shaped cushion has a wagging tail designed to simulate comfort from a pet
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Game of Thrones
The modern flush toilet, which solved an important sanitary problem, has a bizarre history.
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Flare-O-Flame
This vintage ad, sent by California Invention Center Executive Director Larry Udell, is a hot one indeed. After all, who doesn’t want a childish tailpipe attachment for racecar wannabes? And it’s a great way to meet many of your curious local police officers.
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Your USPTO: Director’s Corner – New Law Furthers Inclusive Innovation
With the support of Congress and President Biden—and the Sen. Patrick Leahy-led Unleashing American Innovators Act of 2022, signed into law on December 29—now is the moment to make lasting, sustainable change.
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Your USPTO: News Flash – Beware of Impersonator Calls
Scammers have recently started calling trademark customers, falsely claiming to be an employee with the USPTO.
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