
PRACTICAL - POINTERS for PATENTEES
F. A. CRESEE, M.E.
PREFACE
PRACTICAL - POINTERS for PATENTEES
CHAPTER I - DEMAND FOR INVENTIONS OF MERIT
CHAPTER II - INCOME FROM INVENTIONS
CHAPTER III - SECURING CAPITAL
CHAPTER IV - HOW TO ARRIVE AT THE VALUE OF A PATENT
CHAPTER V - HOW TO CONDUCT THE SALE OF PATENTS
CHAPTER VI - HOW TO CONDUCT THE SALE OF PATENTS—Continued
A practical handbook for anyone who has turned a spark of imagination into a patented invention, this guide walks new patentees through the often‑overlooked business side of innovation. Drawing on the author’s observations of successful inventors, it offers clear steps for valuing a patent, preparing the right legal paperwork, and approaching potential buyers without costly missteps. Readers will find handy tables, form samples, and straightforward advice that demystifies the process of turning intellectual property into revenue.
The book also paints a picture of the vibrant market that craves useful new ideas, explaining why manufacturers and investors are eager to secure exclusive rights. It warns against common pitfalls such as unscrupulous agents, while showing how a well‑presented invention can command a fair price and give its creator a lasting monopoly. By the end of the first part, inventors have a solid foundation for negotiating confident, profitable deals.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (183K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Joe Longo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2007-09-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for a practical early-20th-century guide for inventors, this author wrote in a direct, useful style aimed at helping patentees make sense of the business side of innovation.
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