Invention Intention

I ran across this Question-and-Answer exchange (that I've significantly edited) and thought it valuable for those of you considering taking a physical product to market.

Question:

"How can I know if my idea is technologically feasible and how to go about developing it for market? I have an idea for a product I want to invent. I see other versions of it but none that include the features I have in mind. I want to use this device to serve a certain function in my daily life. What can I do? I am not very technologically minded."

Best Answer (Chosen by Asker):

·       First of all, DO NOT discuss the details of your invention to anyone.

·       Do some market research without revealing much about your invention. You'll have to reveal what is the invention, but not the details about how it's made.

·       Then go to a patent attorney and have your idea patented. A world-wide patent is recommended.

·       Have a technical drawing done by a professional illustrator whom your patent attorney may recommend.

·       Have a prototype made and branded. Use one item as a prototype made for testing to see that it works.

·       Consult a manufacturer's rep to locate the resources and connections you need to get the product to market and on the shelf.

·       When it seems good to go, go for it.

(Answered by someone who holds nine patents on new products)

Getting an idea to market is a challenge. Get good counsel you can trust, and get moving on your product idea before someone else comes up with a (perceived) same product!

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