patentoitavuuden

Patentoitavuus refers to the legal concept of patentability, which determines whether an invention is eligible for patent protection. In most jurisdictions, an invention must meet several criteria to be considered patentable. These typically include novelty, inventive step (also known as non-obviousness), and industrial applicability (or utility). Novelty means the invention must be new and not previously disclosed to the public before the filing date of the patent application. Inventive step requires that the invention is not obvious to a person skilled in the relevant field of technology. Industrial applicability means the invention must have a practical use or be capable of being made or used in some kind of industry.

Different countries may have slight variations in their patentability requirements and examination processes. For example, some jurisdictions have specific exclusions for certain types of subject matter, such as abstract ideas, laws of nature, or mathematical formulas, which are generally not patentable. Medical treatments and diagnostic methods can also face specific patentability hurdles depending on the country. The patent office examines the application to determine if these criteria are met. If an invention is deemed patentable, a patent is granted, providing the patent holder with exclusive rights to prevent others from making, using, or selling the invention for a limited period.