What is a non-patent literature search?

Non-patent literature as Prior Art Non-Patent Literature is any document and/or publication that is not an issued patent or published patent application.

What is the field of search in a patent?

A proper field of search normally includes the classification locations in which the claimed subject matter of an application would be properly classified at the time of the application’s classification or grant of a patent.

How do I search MPEP?

Once you’ve got the correct chapter or supplement open, you can type in your search string and click ‘Find’. From there, the MPEP viewer will take you to the first instance of that search string found in that document.

How do I find NPL?

Top five strategies to search Non-Patent Literature

1. Strategy 1: Understand different forms of Non-Patent literature.
2. Strategy 2: Learn and Use Operators.
3. Strategy 3: Searching Articles or Journals in ESPACE.
4. Strategy 4: Checking NPL citations for Patent application or Publication in Patent Database.

Does prior art includes search of non-patent literature?

Simply put, a prior art search involves searching various publicly available sources to find out whether an invention has been previously described or detailed in other references (i.e., prior art). The most obvious form of prior art is previously granted patents and published patent applications.

How do you do a patent search step by step?

1. STEP 1: Understand What a Patent Search is and What it is Not. It’s important to know what your goals are going into a patent search.
2. STEP 2: Invention Disclosure.
3. STEP 4: Begin Searching Broadly.
4. STEP 5: Classification Searching: Determine Invention Classification(s)
5. Step 6: Non-Google Searches.

How long does it take to complete a patent search?

How long does a patent search take to complete? A patent search takes 1 to 2 weeks to complete after receiving drawings and a written explanation of your invention.

How many pages is MPEP?

3000+ page
The MPEP: Material Tested As the MPEP is 3000+ page long manual (plus appendixes, and supplemental elements), that means the answer to your exam questions are buried somewhere in there.

What does MPEP stand for?

Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP)

What is included in prior art search?

A Prior art search is a dedicated search to figure if there exists any evidence that could deem a patent/application invalid. Prior art searches include three types, based on the purpose of the search, i.e. Novelty Search, Invalidity Search, and FTO Search.

Is a prior art search required?

Conclusion. Performing prior art searches before filing a patent application is crucial for innovators who are looking for patent protection. An exhaustive prior art search involves identifying all the relevant patent/non-patent literature to ensure that an invention is worth patenting.