What is an Inventive Step in Patents? Explained with Examples

In this video, we'll dive into the concept of an inventive step in patents. A patent grants exclusive rights to an inventor for a product or process. To obtain a patent, the invention must demonstrate novelty, an inventive step, and industrial application. We'll focus on what constitutes an inventive step and how it is determined.
*Key Points Covered:*
*Definition of a Patent:* A government-issued exclusive right for a product or process.
*Patent Application Process:* Submitting a detailed application for examination.
*Understanding Inventive Steps:* Determining technical advancements or economic significance over existing products or processes.
*Non-Obviousness:* The invention should not be easily derivable from prior art.
*Examples Discussed:*
1. *Evolution of Computers to Laptops:*
Technical advancements: Compactness, portability, wireless functionality.
Economic significance: Reduced materials and manufacturing costs.
Non-obviousness: Significant reduction in hardware size and integration.
2. *Innovative Plant Pots:*
Technical advancements: Water conservation, reduced manual watering.
Economic significance: Efficient use of resources.
Non-obviousness: Novel design for self-watering functionality.
3. *Biodegradable Packaging Process Improvements:*
Technical advancements: Elimination of harmful chemicals and additives.
Economic significance: Cost-effective and environmentally friendly.
Non-obviousness: Overcoming previous process limitations through innovation.
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