Anatomy of a Patent

A patent is a complex document that is made up of many parts, including specifications that describe the item, how to make and use the invention, claims that specifically describe what is protected by the patent, and explanatory drawings, if needed. The cover sheet to the patent and the patent itself contain a wealth of information, but reading a patent can be an educated and productive undertaking or a frustrating attempt to glean important information while sifting through its many parts. If you don't write or read patents for a living, this session will help you avoid being confused or even intimidated. This presentation will discuss the parts of a patent, how to quickly read a patent, and how to understand claims.