The concepts of invention and utility model are consistent. How to change it?

1. Expand or narrow the scope of protection: The application for a patent for utility model has been authorized, so we can consider expanding or narrowing the scope of protection, that is, by increasing or reducing the technical features in patent claims, we can try our best to avoid conflicts with existing invention patents while maintaining the required scope of protection.

2. Modify the patent type: If the application for a patent for utility model conflicts with the existing invention patent, we can consider changing the patent type to an invention patent. The examination standards for invention patents and utility model patents are different. You can re-examine whether the technical scheme meets the application requirements for invention patents and re-draft the patent application form to apply.