Patent

Patent

Of or referring to exclusive rights granted by a sovereign state to an inventor or their assignee for a limited period of time in exchange for the public discloser of the invention.

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cross section

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The cross section is a diagram or drawing representing a cut at right angles to an axis.

prior art

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The prior art refers to any relevant knowledge, acts, descriptions and patents which pertain to, but predate the invention in question.

hinge pin

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A hinge pin is a cylindrical fastener made of wood, metal, etc., used to join two parts with freedom of angular movement at the joint.

applicant

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The applicant refers to the natural person who or legal entity that files a patent application.

agent

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The agent is the person who has the specialized qualifications necessary for representing clients in obtaining patents and acting in all matters and procedures relating to patent ...