Why is a self-search useful?
Before you file a patent application, it is worth checking already published patents. Only inventions that are new worldwide can be patented. An early search can save you time, effort, and costs.
The easiest way to get started is through online databases – they provide an ideal first overview.
For more comprehensive results, a professional prior art search carried out by experts at the Austrian Patent Office can also be a valuable option.
Databases for your own patent search
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