How do I search for patpatents?
How do I search for patpatents?
Patents may be searched in the USPTO Patent Full-Text and Image Database (PatFT). The USPTO houses full text for patents issued from 1976 to the present and PDF images for all patents from 1790 to the present.
Where can I find a full text version of a patent?
The USPTO houses full text for patents issued from 1976 to the present and PDF images for all patents from 1790 to the present. Customize a search on all or a selected group of elements (fields) of a patent.
Where can I find free online access to patent collections?
Free online access to patent collections is provided by many countries. Some available databases include: a network of Europe’s patent databases- This site also provides access to machine translation of European patents for some languages. (JPO) – This site also provides access to machine translations of Japanese patents.
How do I search for patents that are similar to my patent?
Inventors are encouraged to search the USPTO’s patent database to see if a patent has already been filed or granted that is similar to your patent. Patents may be searched in the USPTO Patent Full-Text and Image Database (PatFT).
Which countries filed the most international patent applications in 2018?
The statistic shows a ranking of the 10 countries who filed the most international patent applications in 2018. In 2018, the United States were leading the ranking with a total of 55,981 international (PCT) patent applications filed in that year.
Where can I find information about a foreign patent?
For additional search resources, contact your local Patent and Trademark Depository Library , visit the USPTO Public Search Facility or the USPTO Main STIC Library. The staff in the Main STIC Library are experts on foreign patents and able to help the public as needed.
