Prototype to Profit journeys taking an idea from conception to the marketplace. It’s intended for scientists, engineers, and inventors who envision new products or services and seek business guidance. Patents, fundraising, problem solving, marketing, and partnering are discussed, along with examples of how SARS-CoV-2 has led to commercial pivots and evolved the way that business is conducted. Seasoned entrepreneurs highlight additional business insights via embedded video interviews.

The 7 Step Invent - Promote - Profit Blueprint Get your Invention Idea from Mind to Market to Profit without the headache, heartache, and bank account draining mistakes so many inventors make Do you have an invention idea that you know the world needs but you don't know how to get started? If so, you're not alone. In this book you'll discover: - The secret to new product success in the marketplace? - How to know if your new product is viable? - How to know if your new product idea is the “right” one for you to pursue? - Get potential buyers to easily say to you; "Oh, I Want That?" - The exact steps to take to get your idea from Mind to Market - How to make money from your Invention? To get the answers to these questions and much more, grab your copy of InventPromoteProfit now! You’re about to learn… Why “Get a patent immediately” is terrible advice when it comes to launching your new invention idea, and could end up costing you more than money The 7 crucial steps you must take to ensure your invention has market viability, proper protection, the right prototype, irresistible packaging, a powerful pitch, compelling promotion, and a streamlined production plan - that leads to profit. (skipping any ONE of these step could cost you precious time and thousands of dollars wasted) The #1 reason most new inventions fail (or at least leave you disheartened and broke) — and it’s not what you think! The fastest, easiest way to build brand loyalty, repeat business and relationships that turn customers into loyal raving fans. Hint - it requires a specific set of skills, mindsets, resources and techniques...and this inventor’s guide tells you exactly what you need to know.

All you need to protect and profit from your invention You’ve got a great idea and you’re ready to strike it rich. Now, you need to find a company or partner you can trust, hash out a fair licensing deal, and get your idea to the marketplace. Profit From Your Idea will help you negotiate and draft a licensing agreement that protects your interests and maximizes your chances of earning a profit. With this all-in-one guide you’ll understand how to: • navigate the licensing landscape • protect your intellectual property rights • sort out ownership rights • work with licensing agents • protect confidential information • find and pitch to potential licensees • license overseas • disclose your invention safely, and • negotiate a winning license agreement. The 11th edition covers the latest developments in licensing law and patent filing rules, and discusses new tools to help you research the market for your invention and identify potential licensees.

Having a novel idea and turning that idea into cash is not as simple as it sounds. To help innovative individuals learn to navigate around the many pitfalls of inventing, Bob DeMatteis has written From Patent to Profit, an up-to-date guide to all of the important steps involved in taking a product from the drawing board to market. Whether you are a professional inventor, a part-time dabbler, or just a clever daydreamer, From Patent to Profit can help make your dreams a reality.

Since the publication of the first edition, several Additive Manufacturing technologies have been invented, and many new terminologies have been formalized. Each chapter has been brought up-to-date so that this book continues with its coverage of engineering procedures and the application of modern prototyping technologies, such as Additive Manufacturing (AM) and Virtual Prototyping (VP) that quickly develops new products with lower costs and higher quality. The examples, practice exercises, and case studies have also been updated. Features Gears toward rapid product prototyping technologies Presents a wide spectrum of prototyping tools and state-of-the-art additive manufacturing technologies Explains how to use these rapid product prototyping tools in the development of products Includes examples and case studies from the industry Provides exercises in each chapter along with solutions