Drawings & Industrial Models

a. Definition

  • Design: The two-dimensional representation of a product, including lines, contours, colors, shapes, textures, and materials.
  • Model: Reprezentarea tridimensională a unui produs, reflectând aceleași elemente vizuale ca desenul, dar în 3D.

b. Why is protection important?

  • Protection of designs and industrial models helps prevent copying and unauthorized use by granting the holder exclusive rights.

c. What is the registration procedure?

  • We complete the application for the registration of the design or industrial model.
  • We include detailed descriptions and graphic representations.
  • The relevant registration fees are paid.

d. How long is the protection valid?

  • Protection is valid for an initial period of 5 years, with the possibility of renewal for up to 25 years.

e. What are the relevant organizations?

  • OSIM: The State Office for Inventions and Trademarks, responsible for national-level protection.
  • EUIPO: The European Union Intellectual Property Office, for protection at the European level.
  • WIPO: The World Intellectual Property Organization, for international protection.

f. What benefits will you gain from protecting designs and industrial models?

  • Competitiveness: Provides a competitive advantage in the market.

  • Monetization: Allows for licensing or selling the protected design/model.

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