Invention Protection

Procedure: Using books, encyclopedias, and the Internet, research the following terms. Define and give examples of each.

intellectual property:



patent:



copyright:



trademark:



trade secret:



Extension

1. Write the patent office to get information on how to file a patent.
2. Locate objects at home or school that have trademarks. Draw the trademark symbol.
3. Create your own trademark by making an original drawing or logo that represents you.
4. Locate patent numbers or "patent pending" on objects. Why are patents numbered? What does "patent pending" mean?
5. Look in books and periodicals for copyright information. What is protected by a copyright?
6. Learn more about copyright and how to register a copyright at http://www.loc.gov/copyright/circs/circ1.html#cr
7. Create your own "trade secret." Discuss things that might be trade secrets in real life.