Not necessarily, it depends on what you are applying for. . Methods and business models can also apply for invention patents. So it doesn’t necessarily require a physical object. If you have a new method, such as a unique planting method, you can apply for a patent.
Invention and utility model patents do not require physical objects. To file a patent application with the Patent Office, you usually need to submit the following documents;
1. Request letter;
2. Claims;
3. Description;
4. Drawings of the description;
5. Abstract of the description;
6. Abstract with pictures.
In addition, depending on the circumstances, you may also need to submit: 7. Request for fee mitigation; 8. Patent agency power of attorney, etc. Of course, if you entrust a patent agency to handle it, all this work will be done by the patent agent. What you have to do is to provide the necessary drawings and technical information, and assist the patent agent in understanding your invention. There is often a misunderstanding here. Some people think that certain content needs to be kept confidential when applying for a patent, so they do not tell the patent agent. As a result, the agent’s understanding of the invention is inaccurate, which affects the authorization or protection of the patent. In fact, the agent Essentially, there is an obligation of confidentiality between the person and the client according to the provisions of the Patent Agency Regulations. If you are worried, you can also sign a separate confidentiality agreement with the patent agency. You can discuss with the agent whether you want to keep certain techniques confidential. Only on the basis of a comprehensive understanding of the invention can the agent weigh the pros and cons and obtain a more reasonable scope of protection.