Design Patent Protection

Design patent protection is a form of legal protection granted to the decorative design of an article of manufacture, They are a type of industrial design right. Some examples that are covered by design patent protection are furniture, jewelry, beverage containers, and computer icons.

What Is a Design Patent Protection ?

A design patent protection is a form of the legal protection of the unique visual qualities of a manufactured item. A design patent protection may be granted if the product has surface ornamentation, unique configuration, or both. In other words, a design patent provides protection for the ornamental design of something that has functional utility.