Author: PowerPatent Content Team

If you’re a founder or engineer trying to patent your tech, here’s something you probably don’t know: where your patent application lands inside the USPTO can make or break your success. What is a Continuation—and Why Should You Care? It’s not just a follow-up—it’s your chance to play smarter A continuation isn’t just a formality.…

Let’s keep this simple. If you’re building something new—whether it’s a breakthrough in AI, robotics, biotech, or just a smart way to solve a real problem—what you’re creating only matters if it actually works in the real world. How Interviews Can Flip the Script The One Thing Founders Miss About Patents Most founders think patents…

Filing a patent is already a journey. You’ve built something real. You’ve invested time and energy. You’ve gone through the application process. And then you hit a wall. The examiner rejects your application. Maybe more than once. Now what?You could appeal. But appeals can take years. They can cost a fortune. And worst of all,…

When you are building something new, the biggest risk is not just if your product works. The real danger is when others copy it or work around it. Competitors will often try to make small changes so they can still take your market without facing legal trouble. That’s where design-arounds come in. Why Figures Matter…

If you’re building something new—something real—you probably know patents can help protect it. But here’s the thing most founders don’t realize: how you write your patent claims can make or break your chances of getting approved. Not just someday. Right now. On this patent. With this examiner. What Is Claim Breadth, Really? Claim Breadth Isn’t…

Here’s the thing. Most startup founders and engineers spend all their time building cool stuff. New tech. Better code. Smarter models. And that’s great—because that’s the fun part. But when it’s time to talk to the patent examiner? Or explain your invention in a way that sticks and gets through? That’s where things slow down.…

When you’re building something new—something the world hasn’t seen before—you’re not just solving problems. You’re also convincing people. Investors. Customers. Partners. Maybe even patent attorneys. And often, the make-or-break moment comes down to one thing: how you talk about your idea. Why Interview Scripts Matter More Than You Think It’s not just a formality Most…

Every founder knows this: getting a patent approved isn’t easy. It’s not just about having a great idea. It’s about playing the game right. And one of the biggest players in that game? The examiner. The truth is, every patent examiner at the USPTO is different. Some are tough. Some are slow. Some love details.…

You’re building something big. You’ve got code, hardware, data—real innovation. You file a patent to protect it, but then it comes back with rejections. Confusing numbers like 101, 102, or 103. Legal language you didn’t ask for. Delays you didn’t plan for. And a whole lot of frustration. What is a 101 Rejection? Understanding the…

When you’re filing a patent, one small decision can make a big difference. One of those early calls is figuring out who to talk to at the USPTO—the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Should you talk to the SPE? Or the Primary Examiner? Or both? What’s the difference between an SPE and a Primary…