One Crucial Word

Posted by Gene Quinn | Oct 31, 2019 | Eye On Washington

A Connected, Portable Drumkit and Other ...

Oct 31, 2019

Answers to Your Prototyping Challenges

Oct 31, 2019

10 Criteria for a Winning Product

Oct 31, 2019

How Many Design Patents Did Thomas Ediso...

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American Inventors

Lightening the Load

by Edith G. Tolchin | Sep 30, 2019 | American Inventors

TushBaby is a baby carrier that distributes the baby’s weight evenly, allowing for comfortable carrying without stressing one’s posture. And who doesn’t love lots of storage room for baby’s and parents’ odds and ends?

A New Angle for Anglers

by Jeremy Losaw | Sep 30, 2019 | American Inventors
The Birth of American Inventor Les Paul

by Inventors Digest | Sep 29, 2019 | American Inventors
The Birth of the Jarvik-7 Heart Inventor

by Inventors Digest | Aug 30, 2019 | American Inventors

Bright Ideas

A Therapeutic Robe, Color-Blending Pens & More

by Inventors Digest | Sep 16, 2019 | Bright Ideas

This month's Bright Ideas include multi-use clipstands, a therapeutic robe, a 2-in-1 bike lock and light and colorblending fineliner pens!

A Home Cheesemaker, A Pain-Relief Patch & More

by Inventors Digest | Aug 28, 2019 | Bright Ideas
A Fitness Cork Roller & Other Bright Ideas

by Inventors Digest | Jul 24, 2019 | Bright Ideas
February Bright Ideas

by Inventors Digest | Apr 15, 2019 | Bright Ideas

Eye On Washington

Sad Song

by Steve Brachmann | Sep 30, 2019 | Eye On Washington

An upcoming deadline stipulated in the recently passed Music Modernization Act has intensified the spotlight on a licensing fight within the industry.

Leaving Talent Behind

by Steve Brachmann | Aug 31, 2019 | Eye On Washington
Put Down Your Weapons

by Gene Quinn | Aug 31, 2019 | Eye On Washington
101 Crisis? Blame the Federal Circuit

by Gene Quinn | Jul 29, 2019 | Eye On Washington

Inventing 101

Identifying the Right Target Market

by Don Debelak | Sep 29, 2019 | Inventing 101

Choose your target market carefully. There are many factors that determine the right target market, but two important ones are market size and pricing.

3D Printing? Try the Library

by Don Debelak | Aug 30, 2019 | Inventing 101
Find Contacts and Use Them Well

by Don Debelak | Apr 3, 2019 | Inventing 101
Seniors’ Impact on Inventing Grows

by John Rau | Nov 6, 2018 | Inventing 101

Inventiveness

How much does a simple, do-it-yourself patent application cost?

by Inventors Digest | Sep 29, 2019 | Inventiveness

How much does a simple, do-it-yourself patent application cost? Taking the strongly recommended route—using a patent attorney—can cost between $5,000 and $10,000-plus.

What? A Bionic chair?!

by Inventors Digest | Aug 30, 2019 | Inventiveness
Leggings for Dogs?

by Inventors Digest | Jul 24, 2019 | Inventiveness
Test Hacking in Japan, Sandals with a Bottle Opener and More

by Inventors Digest | May 20, 2019 | Inventiveness

Lander Zone

Inventing Accessories

by Jack Lander | Sep 30, 2019 | Lander Zone

Not all inventions need a patent or can qualify for one. Sometimes it is best to produce and market. An invention should be considered as an accessory until we conclude that it isn't. And accessories can ride to market on the coattails of the product they complement.

Curmudgeon vs. Millennial

by Jack Lander | Aug 29, 2019 | Lander Zone
Marketing in the Goldilocks Zone: Finding the Sweet Spot of Opportunity

by Jack Lander | Jul 25, 2019 | Lander Zone
Prototypes: When Do We Need Them?

by Jack Lander | Apr 8, 2019 | Lander Zone

Marketing Tips

Crowdfunding Basics and Myths

by Howie Busch | Jul 25, 2019 | Marketing Tips

There are many misconceptions about crowdfunding sites, the best known being Kickstarter and Indiegogo. But first it’s important to review some of the basics, because crowdfunding is a great way to get your product to market. One of the greatest things about crowdfunding is that it turns the traditional manufacturing model on its head—at least when it comes to consumer products.