Google Patents is a free, intuitive tool from Google designed to search and browse patents and patent applications from around the globe. It pulls together information from major patent offices like the USPTO, EPO, and WIPO, among others, creating a centralized hub for patent data. Using Google’s robust search engine, users can locate patents by entering keywords, patent numbers, inventor names, or other specific terms. The platform provides in-depth access to patent documents, including detailed technical descriptions, legal claims, illustrations, and translated texts, making it a vital resource for inventors, researchers, and companies.
Its standout features include powerful search filters, automatic translations for patents in foreign languages, and a straightforward interface for exploring patent details. While it doesn’t handle patent filings, Google Patents is an essential resource for uncovering prior art, studying existing technologies, or diving into innovations
Today, I found this great sci-fi knife design of the Collapsing Blade by Joseph Varner on the google patents website:
