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 D707611 to USF for a wiper blade ornament Design Patent D866110 for a pedestal stand Design patent D859139 for a clamping tool Design Patent D773062 for a football-shaped spa tub Design Patent D643900 for a car shaped pool table