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Nee, er is geen verschil tussen een octrooi en een patent. Beide termen verwijzen naar hetzelfde: een exclusief recht dat door een overheid wordt verleend aan een uitvinder voor een uitvinding, gedurende een beperkte periode.

The short answer: there is no substantive difference between an octrooi and a patent. Both terms mean the same thing: the exclusive right to a technical invention, usually for a period of...

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Who becomes a patent attorney?

If a child is asked about his future plans, it is pilot, fireman, policeman to footballer. But perhaps some do think of the profession of inventor, a profession that is in the...

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Are all patents technical masterpieces?

When someone has a patent to his name, esteem rises among people. Because yes, that makes you a real Willie Root after all! A taster of real...

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I have a patent, now what?

Patents are valid everywhere in the world and if you have a patent, you get rich.... This is a misconception that is widespread. If only that were true!

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Can I protect my invention in multiple countries?

Yes, you can protect your invention in multiple countries, but this requires a specific approach. This is because patent protection is territorial, meaning that a patent offers protection only in...

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Who is monitoring whether someone is infringing my patent?

When your patent has been granted, it is often a great milestone to be celebrated. After all, your patent gives you exclusive rights to your invention. No one else may use it without...

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Is it difficult to get a patent?

That's a fun question! Obtaining a patent can certainly be tricky, as the process involves several steps and strict requirements. But at Custos IPC, we love...

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Applying for a patent, how do I do it?

Applying for a patent in the Netherlands is a formal process that provides protection for your invention. During this process, the support of a patent attorney is not an obligation, but ensures...

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Which inventions are not eligible for a patent?

Patents can protect a wide range of inventions. But, there are also some subjects that are excluded from patent protection. These exclusions vary from country to country, but fortunately most patent systems apply...

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Is there a European patent?

As so often, there is no simple answer to this simple and justified question. “Yes”, there is a European patent, but it is not the same as a single...

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