Design patents have always been favored by patent applicants because of their low investment, low risks and quick results. The extension of the protection period of design patents will further promote the increase in the number of design patent applications. When applying for a design patent, you need to pay attention to the following things about pictures and models:
1. Pictures or photos must not contain graphics or text that do not constitute the design, such as trademarks, logos, portraits of celebrities, There are also no indicator lines, dotted lines, center lines, size marks, etc.;
2. Three-dimensional product pictures should include front view, rear view, left view, right view, top view, bottom view and three-dimensional view; flat products The picture includes the front view and the rear view (symmetry or the same can be omitted);
3. The size of the picture or photo should be between 3 cm × 8 cm and 15 cm × 22 cm;
4. Pictures must be drawn using a computer or formal drawing tools;
5. The proportions of each view must be consistent;
6. Time required: from application to authorization It generally takes about 3 to 6 months, and the "Design Patent Certificate" will be issued within three months after the authorization procedures are completed
In addition to the above, the applicant for the appearance patent shall treat two or more designs as one When filing an application, the serial number of each design shall be marked before the view name of each product using the design. Appearance patent application directly determines the first impression of the product to the audience and consumers. A good appearance patent can help the product open the market faster and thus obtain benefits faster.