@ Ray Tomlinson
@ Ray Tomlinson Ray Tomlinson, the father of internet email, died on March 5 at the age of 74. It was Tomlinson who put everything together in 1971 so that over two-billion emails can be sent every day. His creation has brought the world closer together equally for good and for evil. As an integral […]
Tradeshow Myths
Tradeshow Myths Invention Myth #1: Inventors and Tradeshows The first myth in this series is one I hear all the time, and can be the most painful lesson for a first time inventor, which is the need to exhibit an invention at a tradeshow. Inventors are absolutely convinced that exhibiting their product at a tradeshow […]
How Do I Get An International Patent?
How Do I Get an International Patent? Occasionally, a client will inquire about obtaining patent protection in countries outside of the United States.� In such circumstances, clients will often conduct some preliminary internet research and come across a term known as PCT (�Patent Cooperation Treaty�).� The question then becomes; namely, what is PCT and do […]
Patent Pending or Patented?
Patent Pending or Patented? Navigating patent law is among the most frustrating parts of being an inventor. Many great ideas make it from conception to reality, only to be dragged down by the patent process. Despite the logistical roadblocks involved in seeking a patent, patent protection is necessary to safeguard your idea as your own. […]
Brief History of Black Inventors
A Brief History of Black Inventors Because February is Black History Month, it is appropriate to reflect upon the accomplishments of the many Black Inventors. Any discussion of Black Inventors will always be incomplete because an inventor�s race is never required on a patent application. Of all our institutions, the Patent Office has always been […]
How to Get Your Invention Made and Sold in America
How to Get Your Invention Made and Sold in America We�ve been contacted by many inventors who have decided to take the plunge and start making and selling their inventions directly. After the decision is made to get started, the next step is figuring out if the product should be made in America or overseas […]
April 15th
April 15th April 15th, also known affectionately as, Tax Day has come and gone for another year. I hope the numbers were kind to you. As Americans, we pay our fair share of taxes based upon our income less whatever deductions we�re entitled to.Income as reported on our tax forms is important to small-entity inventors. […]
Somebody Stole My Invention� Now What?
Somebody Stole My Invention… Now What? A couple of years ago I was heading to the PGA Show in Orlando, FL to meet with two different companies that were interested in licensing my invention and distributing it through major retail chains.If you’ve never been to a national industry tradeshow before, it can be very overwhelming. […]
On The Market By Christmas
On The Market By Christmas Over the years, many inventors have asked me if I thought that I could get their invention on the market by Christmas.� We live in a microwave society where everything needs to be done yesterday.� Although the world is getting faster, it still takes some time to get an invention […]
Are Trade Shows Becoming Dinosaurs?
Are Trade Shows Becoming Dinosaurs? Your Invention Guru will be leaving on a jet plane next week for Las Vegas to attend the combined SEMA and AAPEX trade shows. These industrial trade shows are for the automotive and related industry. There will be products for virtually any motorized vehicle. The SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) […]
