Find out how to apply for and maintain a patent in the U.S., and learn about helpful resources.

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Feb 18, 2025 · Patents accelerate the cycle of innovation What is a patent? A U.S. patent gives you, the inventor, the right to “exclude others from making, using, offering for sale, or selling” an invention or …

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To apply for a patent, you must file an application and pay required fees. You may wish to find a patent attorney or agent to help draft the description of the invention and claims, and any required drawings.