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Inventing For Dummies

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Inventing For Dummies is a practical guide designed to inspire and assist budding inventors with transforming their innovative ideas into successful inventions. The book covers the entire process from concept development to patenting, and even marketing strategies. It's packed with valuable advice, real-world examples, and encouragement for those eager to make their mark in the world of science and nature.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in unleashing your creativity and inventiveness within the realms of science and nature. It offers practical advice and insights on the inventive process, helping you transform your ideas into reality. Ideal for curious minds who enjoy exploring innovative concepts and wish to delve into the fascinating world of invention.

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Many people have great ideas, but finding the right information about taking the next steps and turning your ideas into reality isn't always easy. Written by a team of leading inventors and legal experts, this book guides you through every aspect of developing your inventive ideas.

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Many people have great ideas, but finding the right information about taking the next steps and turning your ideas into reality isn't always easy. Written by a team of leading inventors and legal experts, this book guides you through every aspect of developing your inventive ideas.

From protecting your invention and product development to finding investment and selling your product into the marketplace, Inventing For Dummies is the easiest way to get your great ideas off the ground and start your business.

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Inventing For Dummies provides comprehensive guidance on the invention process, helping inventors transform their initial ideas into commercial products. The book is praised for its practical advice, covering key aspects such as developing ideas, prototyping, starting a business, and understanding intellectual property to effectively protect one's inventions.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780470519967

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 March 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: UK Edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 879g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Peter Jackson is a Patent Attorney, Intellectual Property Consultant, and an adviser to new inventors. Philip Robinson is the inventor of the ZorinPump. Pamela Riddle Bird is the founder of Innovative Product Technologies, Inc.

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