Recently the U.S government made the biggest changes to patent law since 1952. If you've ever had an idea for a novel product or invention, you'll be delighted with some of their changes, and ...

As a new inventor, it can be difficult to know what steps you need to take and what you must do in order to move forward with your invention idea. While there are lots of people who come up with ...

For those mulling the thought of pursuing the creation of their idea, here's advice from a few Minnesota entrepreneurs who took the leap and made the invention in their head into a tangible reality.

In reality, it is probably better to think of the description requirement as the core to patentability. If you can describe your idea with enough specificity you no longer have an idea, but rather ...

Discover a world of creativity and innovation in our latest video, "Cool Inventions Ideas and Tools for You." This engaging ...

Spend time little by little working the idea, describing what you have in text, thinking about the various alternatives and then get some drawings.

How to Present an Invention Idea. ABC's reality TV show, "American Inventor" had a short stint, surviving only two seasons. The unique inventions sometimes made it difficult for the judges to ...

Have an idea for an invention but no formal training? Here’s how to do it Minnesota entrepreneurs share ways they turned an idea into a physical, commercial product.

In THE ART OF INVENTION, Paley explores the essential aspects of creative thinking, from identifying a problem or need—often hidden in plain sight—to finding an inspired solution. He shows how ideas ...