How long does it take to secure a patent? The answer depends on a number of factors, including the type of patent, the technology field, the complexity of the invention, and the backlog of applications at the patent office. On average, it takes about 22 months to get a patent in the US. But there are ways to speed up the process, such as filing a provisional patent application and requesting expedited examination.

Are you wondering what things can and cannot be patented? In this blog post, we'll discuss the patentable subject matter under U.S. law, including processes, machines, articles of manufacture, compositions of matter, and new and useful improvements to existing inventions. We'll also provide examples of patentable inventions and explain how to determine if your invention is patentable.