Provisional Patent (Utilty) Applications

Understanding Provisional Patent Applications
What is a provisional patent application - are they good or bad for an inventor.

Filing For A Provisional Patent Application
Provisional patent applications - how to apply for this one year low cost patent.

Definition of a Provisional Patent Application
A provisional patent application is a type of interim utility patent filed with the USPTO.

Provisional U.S. Patent Applications
If a provisional patent application is filed first, then a regular U.S. patent application may be filed within one year claiming priority from the provisional application. Includes advantages and disadvantages for both U.S. residents and foreign applicants.

FAQ on Provisional Patent Applications
Frequently asked questions about provisional patent applications - includes why you may or may not want to file for a provisional patent application.

Questions About The Provisional Patent Application
Don Kelly answers questions about the provisional patent application (PPA)

USPTO - Provisional Patent Application
For filing a provisional patent application.

Including Claims in Provisional Patent Applications?
An ongoing debate amongst some patent attorneys is whether to include claims in provisional applications.

Descriptions For Provisional Applications
Learn the level of detail required in a provisional U.S. patent application.

PatentWizard 2.02
PatentWizard is a software tool designed by a patent attorney (Michael S. Neustel) to assist businesses and inventors in drafting and filing their own "provisional" patent application.