This guide is an introduction to patents for ASU science and engineering students. It is divided into sections designated by the TABs across the top of this page. The contents of these sections include:
About Patents
Explains the 3 main types of patents that the United States issues; breaks down the different sections of a patent and what each section contains. International patents are briefly covered as well. Links are provided to where more detailed information is available on the United States Patent and Trademark and the European Patent Office websites.
ASU Patent/IP Information
Links to information for ASU faculty, researchers and students; also contains information about ASU community outreach for IP and business information.
Famous Inventors and Inventions
Have fun with patents; links to information about famous inventors and inventions
Finding Patents
Instructions for finding patents using free web-based resources. Find out how to search by:
Glossaries
Links to definitions for terms frequently used in the patenting process
Statistics
Links to statistical data for patenting activities in Arizona, U.S. and Internationally
Where to Find ...
Not sure where to go to find the information you need? This page links to the major patent databases plus where patent information is available