Design applications focus on the protection of the ornamental design of a functional item, detailing the visual appearance rather than the technical aspects.
We provide support for the below steps involved in securing a design patent.
The design application is prepared to contain the below:
- A clear and descriptive title for the design
- A description with focus on the visual features of the design, highlighting its novelty without delving into technical functionalities.
- Drawings with multiple views of the design (e.g., front, rear, top, bottom, left, right, and perspective views) to clearly represent the design’s ornamental aspects. The views should be consistent, with clear lines.
- A statement of novelty emphasizing the unique visual aspects that distinguish the design from existing designs. This could be the shape, configuration, surface ornamentation, etc.
- Class and Sub-Class: Appropriate Locarno Classification (an international classification used for industrial designs) under which the design falls – This is crucial for the correct categorization of the design.