Specific details analysis:
There are three kinds of patent applications in China: invention, utility model and design.
Invention refers to new products, new methods, new technologies and new processes, and can also be an improvement of existing product methods.
The utility model, commonly known as gizmo, refers to the improvement of tangible products. It should be noted that only when designing the shape, structure or combination of products can you apply for a patent for utility model. If it is about technology, formula and other technical solutions, it still belongs to the category of invention.
As the name implies, appearance design refers to a new design that designs the shapes and patterns of products or their combinations, or a new design that combines colors with shapes and patterns.
At present, the authorization rate of invention patents in China is low and the patent examination period is long. General invention patents are granted for 1 ~ 3 years. Compared with invention patents, the authorization time of utility model and design patents is generally 4~6 months. The authorization period is short and the authorization rate is high.
At present, the examination of patent application items has been added in the evaluation of professional titles. Having a patent can add points to the title. In order to stimulate the innovation vitality of inventors and designers, patent applications have been incorporated into the title evaluation system of most enterprises and institutions, further stimulating the independent innovation vitality of universities, scientific research institutions and cultural institutions, and making them truly become scientific and technological innovation achievements. Obtain intellectual property rights such as invention patents, new plant varieties and computer software. It will serve as an important condition for the evaluation of professional and technical titles and promotion of ranks in enterprises and institutions, and strengthen the intellectual property protection of enterprises and institutions and right holders.
Patent technology can not only play a plus role in the evaluation of professional titles, but also create personal value, such as:
1. With three invention patents or utility model patents, you can join the China Inventors Association and become an inventor!
2. You can use intellectual property rights to obtain shares and equity, become a shareholder of the enterprise, and enjoy equity dividends!
3. Doctors, technicians, teachers and researchers can get extra points for evaluating their professional titles!
4. Civil servants and officials with patent certificates can easily be promoted to technical officials, professional officials and business officials!
5. Increase the chances for college students to enter high-tech enterprises!
6. You can get extra points for studying abroad and applying for a prestigious university!
From now on, pay attention to the intellectual property rights around you and give play to your innovative advantages.