More Patented Toys Pt. 3
In Spirit of the Toy Story 4 movie and all great toys alike, we will be looking at some famous toys and their patents. Let’s dive straight in. Mr. Potato Head or Talking Toy with Attachable Encoded Appendages (US 6,257,948) Mr. Potato Head has been part of the Toy Story franchise since the beginning. But […]
Some of the Latest Apple Design Patents
Apple products are known by their sleek and elegant designs. From their iPhones to their Macbooks, we have always seen some really unique and intriguing designs by Apple that leaves a lasting impression. But these designs can also be protected by patents. More specifically, design patents. Let’s explore what design patents are generally, before checking […]
Injection Molding: why it’s a useful tool
When looking for the best way to create parts in the fastest and efficient way possible I found several different possible solutions. There is only one that combines a low cost, short time frame and ease of use; this led me to my discovery of Injection Molding. This is a quick way to produce quality […]
The many faces of pumpkin patents!
It is the eve of Halloween! Hopefully all the pumpkins have been carved and are ready to be illuminated for the festivities that tomorrow hold. As the candle brings to life the newly carved face of the pumpkin, it starts to take on an identity. Its smile or frown becomes a haunting facial expression, yet […]
Design Patents and Utility Patents
I hope everyone is having a happy Thanksgiving. I searched through the patent office to find patents with a Turkey and I looked through the many utility patents and design patents. This led me to wonder if people really understand the difference between the two. Utility Patents: For any process, machine, composition of matter or […]