5. What can be patented? An invention relating either to a product or process that is new, involving an inventive step and capable of industrial application can be patented. However, it must not fall into the categories of inventions that are non- patentable under sections 3 and 4 of the Act.
Technically, it is possible to patent a new use of an existing product. Realistically, it might not be worth applying because you would have to show that the new use is nonobvious. Even if you believe your use to spectacularly nonobvious, expect an uphill battle.
Ing to section 10 of Indian Patent act, 1970, the content of Patent application (complete specification) should include: Title of the invention. Field of the invention. Background of the invention. Object of the invention. Summary of the invention. Detailed description of the invention. Drawings. Best method.
Format of a Patent Application The Specification. The Title. The Description. The Claims. The Drawings. The Abstract. Sample Specifications. Minimum Requirements for a Filing Date.
One can go to the USPTO official website and file a patent online. Publication: The Patent Office publishes the application on their official website after some time. Then, the application is ready to enter for the examination stage. Prosecution: During examination, the examiner may ask for a few clarifications.