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So, for a patent to be issued, your invention must meet four conditions: Able to be used (the invention must work and cannot just be a theory) A clear description of how to make and use the invention. New, or ?novel? (something not done before) ?Not obvious,? as related to a change to something already invented.

How to get a patent in 8 steps Determine if patent protection is appropriate. ... Determine if your invention is patentable. ... Conduct a patent search. ... Determine what kind of patent you need. ... Prepare to submit your application. ... Submit your application. ... Work with your patent examiner. ... Get approved and pay final fees.

How to File a Patent in Wisconsin Create a prototype. Write out every aspect of the invention in words. Make drawings of the invention. Build a prototype of the invention. Test out the prototype and make improvements to it. Consider all the variations of the invention.

Drafting a patent application, even a provisional patent application, is tricky. Patent applications have several parts, each of which can be rejected for technical or formal reasons. If you are going to file it yourself, read the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure.

While you generally cannot change the description in an existing patent application, you can file a certain continuing application to add new matter or make changes. Such an application is called a continuation-in-part, or simply CIP.

No, the use of an attorney or registered agent is not required for filing a patent application. However, an attorney or registered agent is often a useful resource and the USPTO recommends the use of such for preparing a patent application and conducting the proceedings in the USPTO.