Supplement patent protection
Would you like stronger protection for your invention? Sometimes it can be a good idea to supplement the patent with trademark or design protection.
If you are planning to use a sign to differentiate your product from others, you can apply for trademark protection. If you are concerned about the product's appearance and form, it can be wise to get design protection.
Here is an example of how you can use different intellectual property rights to protect a bicycle helmet:
| What you do not want anyone to imitate | Example | Form of protection |
| The helmet's name |
Speedy
|
Trademark |
| How you solved the problem of the helmet fitting perfectly for safety reasons |
The straps are attached in a very special way |
Patent |
| The helmet's special appearance |
Tapers to the back |
Design |
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