Search is the systematic evaluation of patent & non-patent literature to determine technology and commercial trends in order to ensure appropriate implementation and protection of innovation. IPCalculus conducts complex patent and other literature searches for law firms, companies, universities and inventors in the diversified technology domains. Our searchers hold advanced technical degree and some are registered to practice before Patent Office.
Our search services includes
Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search
Freedom to Operate (also known as Freedom to Practice, Right to Use or Clearance search), includes a comprehensive search of unexpired patents. These searches also include a limited validity search of expired and unexpired patents, publications, and non patent literature. Read more
Patentability / Novelty Search
A patentability search is conducted to determine if an invention meets the requirements of novelty, usefulness, and non-obviousness. This is the most common yet one of the most essential searches, and needs to be carried out irrespective of the assurance of patentability. The search not only makes the application process easier but also helps to strengthen the invention against issues of validity. Read more
Validity / Invalidity Search
A patent validity/invalidity search is conducted by a client who is concerned about his product infringing a particular patent. Detailed research is conducted to determine whether the claims of a particular patent are valid or invalid when analyzed and compared to the prior art available on the date of filing. Read more
Prior-art Search
IPCalculus provides research services on every public disclosure available relevant to the subject matter of the invention and provides a detailed study and analysis on the novelty and inventiveness of the invention. Prior art search also known as state-of-art search. Read more
Infringement Search
An infringement search, also known as a clearance search, is conducted to establish whether a product or process infringes an unexpired patent in the country where it is planned to be commercialized Read more
Accelerated Examination Search
In 2006, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) launched accelerated examination program of patent applications that guarantee a decision within 12 months from the date of the application's filing. One requirement of these procedures is the submission of an Accelerated Examination Support Document. Read more