1. technical difficulty: the invention patent must be technical, that is, the applied invention must be technical, innovative and practical. Therefore, in the process of seeking invention patents, we need to create some new technical solutions or solutions according to our own professional knowledge.
2. Legal difficulties: To apply for a patent for invention, it is necessary not only to have a technical level, but also to meet the requirements of laws and regulations, including the patent law and the detailed rules for the implementation of the patent, and to ensure that the applied invention will not infringe the patent rights of others through professional inquiry and comparison.
3. Application difficulty: The application process of invention patent is complicated, and a large number of documents are needed, including applications, claims, specifications, etc. And pay fees and exams according to regulations. This process is usually complicated and requires patience and time investment.
To sum up, it is difficult to apply for a patent for invention, so it is necessary to fully realize this point, and on this basis, make full preparations and inputs from the aspects of technical level, laws and regulations, application process, etc., so as to improve the possibility of successful application.
Applying for a patent for invention can bring the following benefits to the applicant:
1. exclusivity: An invention patent is the exclusive right to an invention, that is, within the validity period of the patent, only the patent applicant owns the invention, and others must obtain the permission of the patent applicant to use or develop related technologies. This exclusiveness can protect the creative achievements of innovators and promote technological innovation and development.
2. Conducive to technology transfer and commercialization: having invention patents can attract more technology partners and investors, which is convenient for technology transfer and commercialization. Patent applicants can license their patents to interested enterprises, groups or individuals to improve their own and others' economic situation.
3. Increase the competitiveness of enterprises: For enterprises, having invention patents can help them gain advantages in market competition, promote innovation, improve product quality and competitiveness, and enhance their position in the technical field.
4. It helps to establish the brand image of enterprises: patents are the capital accumulated by enterprises in the technical field. The quantity and quality of patents can reflect the technical strength of enterprises, and at the same time can enhance the brand image and popularity of enterprises.
To sum up, applying for invention patents has many advantages, such as exclusivity, technology transfer and commercialization, increasing enterprise competitiveness, establishing enterprise brand image and so on, which plays a positive role in promoting technological development and economic prosperity.