There are plant patents. This is specifically for any one who discovers, or invents and then asexually reproduces a plant that is distinctly different and new.

The next kind of patent is for designs. Any time a person creates a new design, this can be patented so that others cannot use that image for their own use. This includes any new, original, or ornamental designs. For example, the Nike sign is well known all over. This is a patented design and cannot be used or replicated.

You can get a utility patent in the case that you discover any new process that is useful, or a machine that is different and unique. This also includes articles that are manufactured and composition of matters and anything that is useful within these specifics.

There are several ways that you can file a patent application. However the easiest way to do this is to file the patent application online. You can go to this link and file electronically EFS-Web.

When you are applying for a patent for something that you have created or discovered, you will need to make a written document that lists the description and claim of the discovery or creation. You will also need to complete an oath or declaration or may need a drawing in some cases. The oath is a sworn statement that is signed by the inventor or the person that has made the discovery that they are in all honesty the one who has found this discovery, or created the invention.

Finally you will need to prepare the filing, pay the examination fees. The fees for different things can be located at the USPTO Web site. When there is an amendment to the applications of the patent, additional fees will be charged.

Each application needs to be electronically completed. This means printed with a typewriter or a computer printer. All parts of the documentation and application must be completed and all fees must be paid before the patent will be sent for approval.

Applying for a patent is not all that hard. You will need to take some time to make sure that all the steps are completed and that all the appropriate fees are paid. Then you will just have to wait for the approval of the application of the patent.

When the application is completed, this is what it should consist of:

1. Application transmittal form
2. Fee transmittal form
3. Application Data Sheet
4. Specification
   • Title of invention
   • Cross reference of other completed application
   • Statement if there is any Federally sponsored research development
   • Reference to sequence listings
   • Summary and background of the invention
   • Claims
   • Detailed description
   • Sequence listing
5. Drawings
6. Executive oath of declaration

With this information completed, and submitted, it will merely be a matter of time before your patent would be approved if it is all correct. It can take up to 1.5 to 2.5 years for a patent to be completed. Therefore it is something that though it will be worth it and is necessary, you will have to be patient for.