What does formal examination of patent mean?

Patent examination refers to the comprehensive examination of the newly applied patent application documents by professional examiners using legal standards and rules. The examiner will evaluate the contents of the patent application materials, check whether they meet the standards of patent authorization, and issue a patent authorization certificate if it is determined that the application meets the requirements.

Patent examination mainly includes the examination of the applicant's subject qualification and whether the invention is available. At the same time, it will also evaluate the novelty and creativity of the patent, such as whether there is a prior related technology. All review processes will be conducted within the statutory time, and public questions and comments will be openly awaited.

Patent examination is a complex task involving law and technology, aiming at ensuring that patent applications conform to the patent law and formal rules. The purpose of examination is to ensure that the meaning of the patent application is clear and will not infringe upon the rights and interests of any other enterprise or inventor. Through patent examination and application, the patentee can be guaranteed to develop and produce patents within the validity period in order to obtain commercial benefits. At the same time, patent examination is also conducive to maintaining and promoting innovation and technological progress.