This page provides information on the types of patents and types of patent applications, and the examination process. Patent Examples: Sample 1: 6070148 Electronic Commerce System and Method for Providing Commercial Information in Electronic Commerce System.USPTO currently has the following Form-Fillable PDFs available that will provide auto-loading of data directly into USPTO databases. Every applicant should supply the information listed in the first three sections: Application Information, Applicant Information, Correspondence. If CMU decides to fill a provisional application for a patent, you will be asked to work with a patent attorney to prepare the application. The typical method of filing a patent application is using the USPTO's Patent Center Website. Navigate to the Patent Center portal and create a USPTO account. The claims can be presented in independent form (i.e. Complete the requested information for each inventor.