A design patent is directed to an ornamental design for an article of manufacture. A design may consist of surface ornamentation, ornamental configuration of combination thereof. Design patents can also cover computer displays and icons which are non-functional.  Design patents filed on or after Dec. 18, 2013 have a 15 year term from issuance.

Utility Patents versus Design Patents

Utility

  • New
  • Useful
  • Non-Obvious

Design

  • New
  • Ornamental
  • Original
  • Article of Manufacture

Examples of Design Patents we have obtained:

  • Design Patent D670715 for a display screen with GUI for medical scheduling
    Design Patent D670715 for a display screen with GUI for medical scheduling
  • Design Patent D707611 to USF for a wiper blade ornament
    Design Patent D707611 to USF for a wiper blade ornament
  • Design Patent D866110 for a pedestal stand
    Design Patent D866110 for a pedestal stand
  • Design patent D859139 for a clamping tool
    Design patent D859139 for a clamping tool
  • Design Patent D773062 for a football-shaped spa tub
    Design Patent D773062 for a football-shaped spa tub
  • Design Patent D643900 for a car shaped pool table
    Design Patent D643900 for a car shaped pool table
Design Patents for Vehicles
Design patents are used in every industry. See how the automotive industry uses them to protect their vehicle designs.