• All text matter should be in at least 12
•
point font and each letter must be clear and distinct in Times
New Roman font type.
• The paper size must be either:
Patent Applications
• Patent applications are written and submitted by people who wish to protect their inventions from use by others in the marketplace.
Structure of a patent
• Cover sheet • Specification • Drawings (when necessary)
Cover sheet
You may want to include things such as:
Title Names of inventors (inc. student numbers) A checklist of the parts included in the patent
• NOT subjective : ‘I made a table in a better way that can save us money’
FAQ
(frequently asked questions)
• I still don’t understand what a patent is, can you explain?
• Simple Answer: The ‘background’ describes the industry it is in and the reason you invented it or what problem its solves or helps in what way. (eg “an invention relating to woodworking that solves the problem of having to connect wood pieces slowly, using a hammer and nails〞 ..