Understanding Patents: Types and Benefits

The video tutorial explains the concept of patents, which are federal protections for inventions. It covers three main types of patents: utility patents, which protect the functional aspects of inventions; design patents, which safeguard the appearance of manufactured items; and plant patents, which are for new plant varieties. Each type of patent has specific criteria and durations, with utility and plant patents lasting 20 years, and design patents lasting 14 years from the filing date.

What is the primary nature of patent rights in the United States?

• Local

• Federal

• State-level

• International

Which type of patent focuses on the functionality of an invention?

• Utility Patent

• Plant Patent

• Design Patent

• Trademark

How long does a utility patent generally last from the date of filing?

• 25 years

• 20 years

• 14 years

• 10 years

What does a design patent primarily protect?

• The process of manufacturing

• The genetic makeup of a plant

• The appearance of a product

• The function of a machine

Which type of patent is used to protect new plant varieties?

• Utility Patent

• Trademark

• Design Patent

• Plant Patent