Patentability Search / Novelty Search

A Patentability Search or Novelty Search identifies prior art references that either alone, or in combination, are material to the patentability of an invention.

Patentability Search / Novelty Search results may include published applications and issued patents, both U.S. and foreign, as well as non-patent literature such as scientific journals and papers. Our experienced analysts highlight segments of particular relevance in the identified references. Upon request, these highlighted segments are mapped to the elements of your invention.

Patentability Search / Novelty Search Strategy

Identification of Best Fit Classes
Keyword Searching
- Classification-limited keyword searching
- Keyword searching not limited by classifications

Patentability Search / Novelty Search References Cited

U.S. Patents
Published U.S. Patent Applications
Foreign Patents
Published Foreign Patent Applications
Non-Patent Literature

Patentability Search / Novelty Search Delivery Methods

PDF version of report (via e-mail)
IP Dashboard Search Report System (web-based report interface)
- PDF copies of each reference
- Zipped bulk download of all references

Patentability Search / Novelty Search
Additional Add-On Services

Break down of the invention into elements and mapping of
applicable reference excerpts to each element
Figure review of best fit class(es)

Patentability Search / Novelty Search Turnaround Time