Intellectual property retrieval device, intellectual property retrieval method and intellectual property retrieval program

Abstract

To provide an intellectual property retrieval device, method and program for reducing time and effort of user's operation by having both a function for retrieving an intellectual property and a function for displaying sales information of the intellectual property.SOLUTION: An intellectual property retrieval device 10 includes a registration part for performing registration in storage means, a reception part for receiving a retrieval key or an instruction from a user, a retrieval part for retrieving the storage means by using the retrieval key, an intellectual property sales information acquisition part for acquiring information of an intellectual property sales systems existing outside or inside the intellectual property retrieval device, and a display part. The registration part registers information related to an intellectual property published by an intellectual property office in the storage means, the intellectual property sales information acquisition part acquires information as to whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the retrieval key received from the user are exhibited, and the display part displays a retrieval result of the retrieval part and also displays whether the intellectual properties in the retrieval result are exhibited on the basis of the information acquired by the intellectual property sales information acquisition part.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an intellectual property search device, an intellectual property search method, and an intellectual property search program. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, the importance of intellectual property has been increasing, and many applications have been filed to obtain rights related to intellectual property (intellectual property rights). In order to obtain intellectual property rights, it has become necessary to investigate whether applications have been filed for the same intellectual property. In addition, it has become necessary to investigate whether one is infringing on the intellectual property rights of others when performing one's own business. Conventionally, technology for searching intellectual property has been used when conducting such investigations. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an information search system that performs searches using data containing intellectual property information.

[0003] Furthermore, in recent years, there has been an increasing need to buy and sell intellectual property rights. Regarding the buying and selling of rights (transfer of rights), in addition to making a transfer offer after specifying the transferee, a system for making a transfer offer to an unspecified number of people is being considered. For example, Patent Document 2 proposes listing and offering intellectual property rights on a website, and selling and buying with other users in an online auction or online shopping format. Furthermore, Patent Document 3 discloses a method for trading intellectual property rights over a network, in which either an intellectual property right or a right related to an intellectual property right is treated as a commodity and a trading contract for the commodity is made over a network. Moreover, Patent Document 4 discloses an intellectual property right buying and selling system that posts sales information on intellectual property rights and accepts bid applications presenting purchase prices for the rights. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] JP 2018-206376 A [Patent Document 2] JP 2016-110348 A [Patent Document 3] JP 2002-99776 A [Patent Document 4] JP 2004-78524 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, in the conventional technology, the system for searching for intellectual property and the system for buying and selling intellectual property are separate, causing inconvenience to users. Since intellectual property search systems are designed to search for intellectual property, they are not designed to handle other operations such as buying and selling the searched intellectual property. To find out whether the searched intellectual property is being bought or sold, a search must be performed in a separate intellectual property trading system, which is inconvenient for users. An example of a system for searching intellectual property is an intellectual property management system, but such a system can only search for cases belonging to a limited number of users, and is therefore inadequate for searching intellectual property.

[0006] Although intellectual property is searched in the intellectual property trading system, the purpose is limited because the system is used by users who intend to buy and sell intellectual property. When searching for intellectual property, users use the system for various purposes. For example, when filing an application to acquire rights for one's own intellectual property, users may check whether rights have already been acquired with the same content, or whether implementing or using one's own intellectual property without acquiring the rights will infringe on the rights of others. If a right similar to one's own intellectual property is found, the rights may not be purchased immediately, and one may consider changing the mode of implementation or use to avoid infringement. Therefore, when searching for intellectual property, it is very rare to use the intellectual property trading system from the beginning, and a system for searching intellectual property is usually used. However, as mentioned above, in the conventional intellectual property search system, in order to check whether the searched intellectual property has been bought and sold, it is necessary to conduct a search in another intellectual property trading system, which is very inconvenient.

[0007] Therefore, the present invention aims to provide an intellectual property search device that combines the function of searching for one's own or others' intellectual property with the function of displaying intellectual property sales and purchase information, thereby reducing the amount of operation required by the user. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] In order to solve the above problems, the intellectual property search device of the present invention comprises: An intellectual property search device that searches a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displays to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device comprises: A registration unit for registering information in the storage means; A reception unit that receives a search key or an instruction from a user; a search unit that searches the storage means using the search key; an intellectual property trading information acquisition unit that acquires information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; A display unit, the registration unit periodically or irregularly acquires information regarding the intellectual property that has been made public by an intellectual property office, and registers the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property trading information acquisition unit acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale, The display unit displays the search results of the search unit, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on the information obtained by the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit. It is characterized by: Effect of the Invention

[0009] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an intellectual property search device that combines the function of searching for one's own or others' intellectual property with the function of displaying intellectual property buying and selling information, thereby reducing the effort required for users to operate the device. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of an intellectual property search device of the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an example of a registration unit. [Diagram 3] 13A and 13B are diagrams illustrating an example of an intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit. [Figure 4] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a search key input screen. [Diagram 5] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating an example of a search result screen. [Figure 6] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the search result screen. [Figure 7] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the search result screen. [Figure 8] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of an intellectual property display screen. [Figure 9] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. [Figure 10] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. [Figure 11] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating an example of an update screen. [Figure 12] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a document. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. [Figure 14] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of an auction display screen. [Figure 15] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of an auction display screen. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0011] The intellectual property search device, the intellectual property search method, and the intellectual property search program according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments, and may be modified within the scope of what a person skilled in the art can imagine, such as other embodiments, additions, modifications, deletions, etc., and any aspect is within the scope of the present invention as long as it provides the functions and effects of the present invention.

[0012] The intellectual property search device of the present invention comprises: An intellectual property search device that searches a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displays to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device comprises: A registration unit for registering information in the storage means; A reception unit that receives a search key or an instruction from a user; a search unit that searches the storage means using the search key; an intellectual property trading information acquisition unit that acquires information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; A display unit, the registration unit periodically or irregularly acquires information regarding the intellectual property that has been made public by an intellectual property office, and registers the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property trading information acquisition unit acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale, The display unit displays the search results of the search unit, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on the information obtained by the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit. It is characterized by:

[0013] An embodiment of the present invention will be described. Fig. 1 is a diagram for explaining an intellectual property search device of this embodiment. Fig. 1 illustrates an intellectual property search device 10, a storage means 31, an intellectual property buying and selling system 32, a user 40, and a terminal 41. The arrows in the figure show a schematic representation of data flows, instructions, etc.

[0014] The user 40 is not particularly limited, and may be, for example, a corporation, an individual, an organization, etc., as appropriate, and examples thereof include countries, companies, patent offices, and other offices. Although the term "user" is used, it may also be referred to as an employer, administrator, user, target, or recipient. In the following explanation, the terms "user" and "target" are used interchangeably. Examples of the terminal 41 include PCs, smartphones, tablets, etc.

[0015] The intellectual property search device 10 of this embodiment has a registration unit 11, a reception unit 12, a search unit 13, an intellectual property purchase and sale information acquisition unit 14, and a display unit 15. The intellectual property search device 10 of this embodiment has, for example, a CPU, a RAM, a ROM, a HDD, an IF, etc., and also has other parts, etc. as necessary.

[0016] The communication method between the terminal 41 and the intellectual property search device 10 is not particularly limited and can be changed as appropriate. The communication may be via the Internet or the like, or may be wired or wireless.

[0017] The storage means 31 stores information on intellectual property. The intellectual property is a patent, a utility model, a design, or a trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public. In this embodiment, unless otherwise specified, the term "intellectual property" includes intellectual property applied for at the Intellectual Property Office and intellectual property rights granted at the Intellectual Property Office. In the following, the term "type of intellectual property" may be used, and the type of intellectual property may be a patent, a utility model, a design, or a trademark. The intellectual property office may be, for example, the Japan Patent Office, and may include not only the Japanese Intellectual Property Office, but also foreign intellectual property offices.

[0018] Examples of information stored in the storage means 31 include application number, applicant, address or residence of applicant, registration number, right holder, address or residence of right holder, expiration date, identification number of applicant or right holder, title of invention, scope of claims, detailed description of invention, drawings, title of utility model, scope of utility model registration claim, detailed description of utility model, design, article related to design, description of design, trademark, classification, designated goods or designated services, etc. In addition to the above, for example, the contents of amendments, the date of amendments, the date of notice of reasons for refusal or decision of refusal, the contents of other procedures and the date of procedures may be stored. These are created based on information published by the Intellectual Property Office.

[0019] In this embodiment, the intellectual property stored in the storage means 31 is not limited to that owned by the user who uses the intellectual property search device 10. For example, those that have been applied for at the Patent Office in the past, those for which rights have been granted at the Patent Office in the past, etc. may be stored. It is not limited to domestic cases, and foreign cases may also be stored.

[0020] The storage means 31 may be included in the intellectual property search device 10, or may be provided outside the intellectual property search device 10. For example, it may be provided on a cloud. The communication means between the intellectual property search device 10 and the storage means 31 is not particularly limited and can be changed as appropriate. Communication may be via the Internet or the like, or may be wired or wireless. Furthermore, the storage means 31 may be one or multiple.

[0021] The intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside or inside the intellectual property search device 10. In the illustrated example, the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10, but is not limited to this. The intellectual property buying and selling system 32 has information regarding buying and selling of intellectual property, for example, intellectual property and information indicating whether the intellectual property is being put up for sale, and has other information as necessary. When the intellectual property is said to be put up for sale, it may be said that the intellectual property is being sold, or that an offer for transfer of the intellectual property has been made.

[0022] Information regarding the sale and purchase of intellectual property may include, for example, information indicating whether the intellectual property is up for sale, the auction price, the successful bid (purchase price), the seller, the successful bidder (purchaser), the auction date, and a description of the intellectual property.

[0023] The functions of the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 are not particularly limited as long as the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 can acquire information related to buying and selling of intellectual property. For example, the intellectual property buying and selling system may have a function of providing information in response to a request from the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14. The intellectual property buying and selling system may be referred to as an intellectual property buying and selling site or the like. As the intellectual property buying and selling system 32, a generally provided intellectual property buying and selling service or the like can be used.

[0024] The communication means between the intellectual property search device 10 and the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is not particularly limited and can be changed as appropriate. The communication may be via the Internet or the like, or may be wired or wireless. The intellectual property buying and selling system 32 may be one or multiple.

[0025] The registration unit 11 performs registration (which may also be referred to as storing) in the storage means 31. The registration unit 11 in this embodiment periodically or irregularly acquires information about intellectual property that has been made public by the Intellectual Property Office, and registers the acquired information in the storage means 31.

[0026] The intellectual property to be made public by the Intellectual Property Office includes those applied for at the Intellectual Property Office and those registered at the Intellectual Property Office. The timing of making the intellectual property public varies depending on whether it is a patent, utility model, design, or trademark. When the registration unit 11 registers in the storage means 31, it is sufficient to register what has been made public without distinguishing between patents, utility models, designs, and trademarks. In addition, it is preferable that information not only be made public at the time of application or registration, but also be made public through a request for examination, a request for trial, the submission of an amendment or a written opinion, a registration of an update, a change of address, a change of name, a transfer, or the like, be registered in the storage means 31.

[0027] 2 is a diagram showing a schematic diagram of the processing contents of the registration unit 11. The registration unit 11 accesses the site 22 of the Intellectual Property Office via the Internet 20, acquires the intellectual property information published by the site 22 of the Intellectual Property Office, and registers the acquired information in the storage means 31.

[0028] The registration unit 11 continuously registers the contents of the intellectual property in the storage means 31 on a regular or irregular basis. Although not particularly limited, the registration unit 11 performs registration on a regular basis, for example, daily, weekly, monthly, etc. In addition to this, registration is also performed on an irregular basis, such as when an instruction to register is received. By continuously registering the contents of the intellectual property in the storage means 31 on a regular or irregular basis, the contents of the storage means 31 can be enriched.

[0029] In this embodiment, the user does not need to store information about the intellectual property in the storage means 31. This reduces the work required by the user. In this embodiment, the storage means 31 is used, which stores the contents of the intellectual property in advance, so the user can save the work of inputting. In addition, since the user does not need to manually input the contents of the intellectual property, mistakes are less likely to occur in the contents of the intellectual property stored in the storage means 31. When the user inputs the contents of the intellectual property into the storage means 31, there is a possibility that input errors will occur, so in this embodiment, the accuracy of the contents of the intellectual property can be improved.

[0030] In addition, in this embodiment, since the user does not need to store the intellectual property information in the storage means 31, it is possible to prevent the burden on the user even when registering information on a large number of intellectual properties. Furthermore, it is possible to ensure the accuracy of the contents of the intellectual property even when registering information on a large number of intellectual properties.

[0031] The registration unit 11 in this embodiment may perform registration in the intellectual property buying and selling system 32. For example, when an instruction to put up an intellectual property is received from a user, a registration may be performed to the effect that the intellectual property is being put up for sale. If the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists inside the intellectual property search device 10, the registration process by the registration unit 11 can be easily performed. If the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10, the registration unit 11 may not be able to perform registration.

[0032] The reception unit 12 receives a search key or an instruction from a user. The search key can be appropriately selected, and examples of the search key include application numbers and registration numbers. In addition, any characters may be used. Examples of the arbitrary characters include characters contained in the name of the invention, the scope of the claims, the detailed description of the invention, the abstract, the name of the utility model, the scope of the utility model registration claims, the detailed description of the utility model, the article related to the design, the description of the article related to the design, the description of the design, the trademark, and the designated goods and services. The search key may be a meaningful word or may not be a meaningful word. Examples of the search key include, for example, the identification number, address, residence, name, or characters contained in the name of the applicant or right holder. In addition, the search key to be accepted may be one or more. In the case of more than one, the search keys are appropriately combined and used as the search key. The search key may be referred to as a specific item, a case-specific item, or the like.

[0033] There is no particular limitation on the method by which the reception unit 12 receives a search key or an instruction from a user. For example, a method in which the user inputs a search key into an input screen displayed on the terminal 41 and presses an execute button can be given.

[0034] The search key is preferably a character string, but is not limited to this and may be an image. Methods for accepting images include uploading.

[0035] The search unit 13 searches the storage means 31 using the search key accepted by the acceptance unit 12. The search method is not particularly limited and can be selected appropriately. The search unit 13 may, for example, determine whether the search key corresponds to an application number or a registration number, or may determine whether the search key is included in the title of the invention, the claims, the detailed description of the invention, the abstract, the title of the utility model, the claims of the utility model registration, the detailed description of the utility model, the article related to the design, the description of the design, a trademark, the designated goods, the designated services, etc. In addition, for example, the search unit 13 may determine whether the search key is included in the identification number, address, residence, name, or title of the applicant or right holder.

[0036] When an image is received as a search key, the search unit 13 performs an image search using, for example, image recognition technology in the storage means 31. Items to be searched for in the image search include, for example, drawings of patent applications, drawings of utility model registration applications, drawings of designs, and image trademarks.

[0037] The search method of the search unit 13 will be explained in more detail below. When the search unit 13 searches, for example, the type of patent, utility model, design, or trademark may be specified. For example, an item for specifying the type of patent, utility model, design, or trademark may be provided on the screen for inputting the search key. By allowing the type to be specified in this way, the search accuracy can be improved, and it becomes easier to present the search results that the user desires. For example, when checking whether or not a patent right of another party has been infringed, only patents are searched, so that noise (for example, utility model, design, or trademark in this example) can be prevented from being included in the search results.

[0038] Furthermore, when the search unit 13 searches, for example, the items to be searched may be specified. For example, on the screen for inputting a search key, items such as the name of the invention, the scope of claims, the detailed description of the invention, the abstract, the name of the utility model, the scope of claims for utility model registration, the detailed description of the utility model, the article related to the design, the description of the design, the trademark, the designated goods, the designated services, etc. may be specified. In addition, for example, the name or title, address, and residence of the applicant or right holder may be specified. By allowing the user to specify the items, the search accuracy can be improved, and it becomes easier for the user to obtain the search results he or she desires.

[0039] Furthermore, when the search unit 13 searches, the items to be searched may be preset. For example, in the case of a patent, the title of the invention, the scope of the claims, and the detailed description of the invention may be searched; in the case of a design, the article related to the design and the description of the design may be searched; and in the case of a trademark, the trademark, the designated goods, and the designated services may be searched. In other words, the items to be searched may be preset (items to be searched may be determined as default settings), and the predetermined search items may be searched using the search machine. Even in this case, the user may be allowed to specify and select the search items.

[0040] One way for the user to specify and select these search methods is, for example, to allow search settings to be made on the intellectual property search screen (the screen where the search key is entered). By the user specifying and selecting the search settings, the search method can be changed as appropriate, as described above. Furthermore, the intellectual property search screen may be common to all of patents, utility models, designs, and trademarks, or a separate intellectual property search screen may be provided for each of patents, utility models, designs, and trademarks. In this way, providing separate intellectual property search screens for each type of patent, utility model, design, and trademark makes it easier for the user to operate.

[0041] The intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 acquires information on the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device 10. In addition, the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale.

[0042] The method by which the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit 14 acquires information from the intellectual property trading system 32 is not particularly limited and can be selected as appropriate. For example, scraping, API (Application Programming Interface), SQL (Structured Query Language), etc. can be used. When the intellectual property trading system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10, for example, a method of acquiring information using scraping or an API is assumed, but is not limited to this. If necessary, crawling or other methods may be combined. When the intellectual property trading system 32 exists inside the intellectual property search device 10, for example, a method of acquiring information using SQL is assumed, but is not limited to this, and an API or the like may be used. When the intellectual property trading system 32 exists inside the intellectual property search device 10, the intellectual property trading system 32 can be easily managed by having a storage unit such as a database.

[0043] 3 is a diagram for explaining a schematic example of the relationship between the intellectual property search device 10 and the intellectual property buying and selling system 32. (A) is an example in which the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10, and the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 accesses the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 via the Internet 20 to acquire information. (B) is an example in which the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists inside the intellectual property search device 10, and the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 accesses the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 via wiring, circuits, etc. to acquire information.

[0044] For example, the information on whether or not an intellectual property is being put up for sale may be an item indicating the auction status. There is no particular limitation to this, and it may differ depending on the type and administrator of the intellectual property buying and selling system 32. For example, if an intellectual property is being put up for sale, a status of "auction" is set in the item indicating the auction status, and the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 can acquire this status to determine whether or not the intellectual property is being put up for sale.

[0045] The information used by the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit 14 when acquiring information from the intellectual property trading system 32 can be appropriately selected. The search results of the search unit 13 may be used, or may not be used. Examples of such information are described below.

[0046] As an example, the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit 14 acquires information from the intellectual property trading system 32 using the search results of the search unit 13, and acquires key information for reaching the relevant intellectual property in the intellectual property trading system 32 from the search results of the search unit 13. In this case, the accuracy of acquiring information from the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is improved. When acquiring information from the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 using the search results of the search unit 13, it is preferable to use, for example, an application number or a registration number. Since the application number and the registration number are generally used as search keys in the intellectual property buying and selling system 32, using the application number and the registration number makes it easier to acquire information from the intellectual property buying and selling system 32.

[0047] An example of this case will be further explained. When a user searches for intellectual property, it is not often the case that the user inputs an application number or a registration number. For example, in many cases, a search is performed by inputting a keyword (noun, coined word, etc.). In this example, the user inputs a keyword as a search key, and the search unit 13 searches the storage means 31. Since the storage means 31 stores information on published intellectual property, the items are highly consistent, and it is easy to perform a search by keyword. For the intellectual property searched by the search unit 13, the application number and / or registration number are obtained from the intellectual property, and the intellectual property transaction information acquisition unit 14 uses the obtained application number and / or registration number to acquire information on the corresponding intellectual property from the intellectual property transaction system 32. In this way, it becomes easier to reach the corresponding intellectual property in the intellectual property transaction system 32, and it becomes easier to acquire information. Although the intellectual property transaction system 32 may have different search keys due to different specifications, it becomes easier to acquire information by using the application number and / or registration number.

[0048] This embodiment is not limited to the above example, and information may be acquired from the intellectual property trading system 32 without using the search results of the search unit 13. In this case, for example, a search key received from a user is used.

[0049] As an example, the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit 14 acquires information from the intellectual property trading system 32 without using the search results of the search unit 13, and uses a search key received from the user as key information to reach the relevant intellectual property within the intellectual property trading system 32. In this case, the search key received from the user can be used, making it easier to configure the process.

[0050] The intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 may acquire information from the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 periodically or irregularly in advance. For example, the intellectual property stored in the storage means 31 may be used to acquire listing information from an intellectual property buying and selling system (conveniently referred to as a first intellectual property buying and selling system) existing outside the intellectual property search device 10. In this case, an intellectual property buying and selling system (conveniently referred to as a second intellectual property buying and selling system) existing inside the intellectual property search device 10 may be formed using the information stored in the storage means 31 and the information acquired from the first intellectual property buying and selling system. In this case, when the reception unit 12 receives a search key from a user and receives an instruction to execute a search, the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14 acquires information from the second intellectual property buying and selling system (the intellectual property buying and selling system existing inside the intellectual property search device 10) using the received search key or the search result of the search unit 13. In this way, the execution time of the process can be shortened.

[0051] The intellectual property trading information acquisition unit 14 in this embodiment is not limited to the above example. Instead of acquiring information from the intellectual property trading system 32 in advance, the intellectual property trading system 32 may be accessed and information acquired each time a search instruction is received from a user. In this case, the processing may take time, but the processing of the device may be easily configured.

[0052] The display unit 15 displays the search results of the search unit 13, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on the information obtained by the intellectual property buying and selling information acquisition unit 14. The word "display" may also be referred to as "presentation" and includes providing information to the user.

[0053] The content for indicating whether or not an intellectual property is being offered for sale is not particularly limited, and examples include "on sale," "not on sale," and "on sale." In addition, the price of the item being offered may also be displayed. Since it is sufficient to know whether or not an intellectual property is being offered for sale, it is sufficient to display the fact that the intellectual property is being offered for sale for intellectual property that is being offered for sale. Therefore, it is not necessary to display "not on sale" or the like for intellectual property that is not being offered for sale.

[0054] The display method is not particularly limited and can be selected as appropriate. For example, a screen showing the search results is displayed on the terminal 41. It is preferable that the search results are displayed in a list format, for example, of the intellectual property searched for by the search unit 13. Displaying the results in a list format improves viewability and makes it easier for the user to understand the search results.

[0055] Displaying the searched intellectual property in a list format may also be referred to as displaying in an enumeration, and corresponds to, for example, displaying multiple searched intellectual property on the same screen. When displaying in a list format, it is preferable to display an overview of the intellectual property together with the application number and registration number. This improves viewability. The overview of the intellectual property is not particularly limited, but examples include the name of the invention, a description of the invention, the name of the utility model, a description of the utility model, a description of the design, and a trademark (letters, drawings, etc.).

[0056] When the display unit 15 displays the search results of the search unit 13, it is preferable to allow the user to select any of the intellectual property displayed in the search results. It is preferable to accept the user's selection and display details of the selected intellectual property. In this way, viewability is improved. An example of the display will be described below.

[0057] In one example, the display unit 15 displays one or more intellectual property searched for by the search unit 13 in a list format as the search result of the search unit 13, together with the search results of the search unit 13 and information as to whether the intellectual property in the search result is being put up for sale. In this case, it becomes easier for the user to understand which intellectual property is being offered for sale, and the browsability is improved, particularly when a plurality of intellectual property is searched for.

[0058] In one example, the display unit 15 displays one or more intellectual property searched by the search unit 13 in list form as a search result of the search unit 13, and based on instructions from the user received by the reception unit 12, displays details of the intellectual property searched by the search unit 13, together with information on whether the intellectual property is being put up for sale. In this case, the searched intellectual property can be viewed in a list format, making it easier to understand the search results. In addition, the listing status can be confirmed along with details of the intellectual property, making it easier to consider whether or not to purchase the intellectual property being listed.

[0059] When displaying the searched intellectual property, the display unit 15 preferably displays on the screen a purchase button for executing a process for supporting the procedure for purchasing the intellectual property being put up for sale. By having the ability to search for intellectual property, as well as the ability to assist with the procedures for purchasing, information on whether or not an item is listed can be utilized more effectively, further improving user convenience.

[0060] The process for supporting the procedure for purchasing the intellectual property being put up for sale is not particularly limited and can be selected as appropriate. For example, data for making a purchase application can be sent to the intellectual property buying and selling system 32. Another example is that, when the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is outside the intellectual property search device 10, the external intellectual property buying and selling system 32 can be moved (accessed) by pressing a purchase button. Another example is that when the purchase button is pressed, documents for filing an application or registering the transfer of rights can be created. Another example is that the procedure for purchasing the intellectual property can be explained.

[0061] When displaying the searched intellectual property, the display unit 15 preferably displays an update button on the screen for executing a process for supporting the procedure for updating the intellectual property. In addition to the ability to search for intellectual property, the function to assist with procedures for renewing rights will further improve user convenience.

[0062] The renewal button may be displayed on the relevant screen each time, or may be displayed when renewal is possible. The period when renewal is possible is the period after an intellectual property right has been acquired and before the term of validity expires. Renewal includes registration of establishment, registration of renewal of term of validity, registration of extension of term of validity, etc., and procedures for paying registration fees or patent fees to the Intellectual Property Office.

[0063] The renewal of intellectual property rights refers to procedures for maintaining intellectual property rights, and does not necessarily correspond to the terminology used in the law. For example, in the case of trademark rights, an application for renewal registration of a trademark right can be considered a renewal, and paying registration fees to maintain a trademark right can also be considered a renewal. For example, in the case of patent rights, paying patent fees to maintain a patent right can be considered a renewal. In other cases, such as utility model rights and design rights, paying registration fees to maintain the right can be considered a renewal.

[0064] If it is legally possible to carry out the renewal procedure of an intellectual property right, the renewal procedure may be supported. For example, since the current Trademark Act stipulates that an application for renewal registration must be made between six months before the expiration date of the trademark right and the date of expiration (Article 20 of the Trademark Act), it is preferable to take such legal provisions into consideration. In this case, consistency in the system is easier to achieve. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, instructions from a user may be accepted before the legally stipulated period for renewal, and in this case, such instructions may be stored in a buffer to be processed, for example. As a method for judging whether it is legally possible to carry out the renewal procedure of an intellectual property right, for example, the current date, the type of intellectual property right, the legal provisions, the expiration date of the term of validity, the renewal date, etc. may be used.

[0065] The process for supporting the procedure for renewing intellectual property is not particularly limited and can be selected as appropriate. For example, when the renewal button is pressed, a document to be submitted when paying the registration fee or patent fee to the Intellectual Property Office may be created. Other examples include explaining the procedure for renewing intellectual property. Other examples include calculating the cost required for renewal and displaying it on the screen, which is preferable because it saves the user the trouble of calculating the cost. Other examples include allowing the user to select the year for which the patent fee or registration fee is to be paid.

[0066] When displaying the searched intellectual property, the display unit 15 preferably displays on the screen a listing button for executing a process for supporting the procedure for listing the intellectual property on the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 . In addition to the function to search for intellectual property, the function to assist in the procedure for listing intellectual property will further improve user convenience. If the searched intellectual property is not listed, the user can move on to the procedure for listing, making more effective use of information on whether or not the intellectual property is listed.

[0067] The process of supporting the procedure for putting up an intellectual property is not particularly limited and may be appropriately selected. For example, data for putting up an intellectual property may be transmitted to the intellectual property buying and selling system 32. The data for putting up an intellectual property may include, in addition to data indicating that the intellectual property is being put up for sale, information on the user, the selling price, a description of the intellectual property, and the like.

[0068] Other examples of the process for supporting the procedure for putting up an intellectual property include, for example, when the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is external to the intellectual property search device 10, making it possible to move to (access) the external intellectual property buying and selling system 32 by pressing a putting up button. Other examples include supporting the operation of uploading images of documents related to the putting up. Other examples may include explaining the procedure for putting up an intellectual property.

[0069] Documents related to the auction are not particularly limited, but include, for example, registration certificates, seal certificates, and other documents that show the legitimacy of the right or the legitimacy of the seller. For example, the legitimacy of the right can be shown by posting and presenting the registration certificate of the intellectual property right put up for auction.

[0070] The intellectual property search device 10 of this embodiment may have a document creation unit for creating documents. When creating documents as a process for supporting procedures, the document creation unit preferably creates the documents using information in the storage means 31. In this case, the user does not need to input information, which not only reduces the amount of work, but also prevents mistakes in documents due to input errors.

[0071] The method for the document creation unit to create a document can be appropriately selected. For the intellectual property selected by the user, the items required for creating a document are obtained from the storage means 31, and the document is created using the obtained items.

[0072] The format of the document to be created may be appropriately changed taking into consideration current laws and formats. It is preferable that the document creation unit creates the document using a document template. For example, by creating the document by applying the information in the storage means 31 to the document template, the document can be created more easily and accurately. The document creation unit may create the document by designating a specified person other than the user as an agent. For example, this can accommodate cases where an agent creates the document and carries out the procedures, thereby expanding the range of users.

[0073] The created document may be made available to the user as electronic data. For example, the user may print out the electronic data and mail it to the Intellectual Property Office for processing.

[0074] When updating or listing, it may be possible to confirm whether the applicant or right holder of the intellectual property undergoing the procedure is the user, but such confirmation is not essential. For example, the documents required for performing the procedure may be prepared by a person other than the applicant or right holder of the intellectual property undergoing the procedure.

[0075] It is preferable that the display unit 15 displays, in the case where the intellectual property rights of the searched intellectual property still exist, that the intellectual property is being put up for sale. The display unit 15 can prevent the processing configuration of the device from becoming complicated by limiting the searched intellectual property to those whose intellectual property rights still exist as targets for displaying whether or not they are being put up for sale. Intellectual property that has been applied for but has not yet been granted rights may also be put up for sale, but since this varies depending on the external intellectual property trading system 32, displaying that those whose rights still exist are being put up for sale makes it easier to configure the display processing.

[0076] It is preferable that the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 has additional information including the auction price of the intellectual property being put up for sale, and that the display unit 15 displays the additional information together with information on whether the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale. By displaying additional information, users will be more likely to consider purchasing intellectual property.

[0077] The additional information may include, for example, an explanation of the intellectual property in addition to the auction price of the intellectual property. The explanation of the intellectual property deepens understanding of the intellectual property. The explanation may also be called an explanation or an introduction. The explanation is created, for example, by the seller.

[0078] In this embodiment, listing intellectual property includes, for example, listing intellectual property on an intellectual property buying and selling system. Listing includes, for example, making an offer for transfer to a specific person or unspecified people, and listing on a site. A site includes, for example, a computer that accumulates specific information on the Internet, or an entire system including that computer. The intellectual property buying and selling system may be an auction-style site as long as it is capable of buying and selling intellectual property.

[0079] The effects of this embodiment will be further explained below. The intellectual property search device 10 of this embodiment searches the storage means 31 that stores information on intellectual property, and presents the user with search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others. The use of the search results is not particularly limited, and the user can select it as appropriate. For example, in order to obtain intellectual property rights, it is possible to investigate whether an application has been filed for the same intellectual property, or whether rights have been obtained for the same intellectual property. For example, by inputting a trademark for which the trademark right is to be obtained as a search key and searching, it is possible to view identical or similar trademarks as search results. In addition, it is also possible to investigate whether the user is infringing on the intellectual property rights of others when carrying out his / her own business.

[0080] The intellectual property management systems of the prior art are used by users to manage their own intellectual property (for example, intellectual property of which the applicant is the user or the right holder is the user), and therefore do not generally present the intellectual property of others as search results. In addition, the intellectual property trading systems of the prior art can only search for items that have been put up for sale or that have been traded, and the intellectual property that can be searched is limited, so the function of searching for intellectual property is insufficient. After a user searches for his / her own intellectual property, if intellectual property with similar content already exists, the user must consider whether to change the manner of implementation or use, apply for permission to implement or use the existing intellectual property, or purchase it. In the prior art, if a user wishes to purchase the intellectual property, after searching using the intellectual property search system, it is necessary to check whether the intellectual property is being put up for sale using another intellectual property trading system, which is very time-consuming.

[0081] In this embodiment, search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others are displayed to the user, and whether the searched intellectual property is being put up for sale is also displayed. The intellectual property search device of this embodiment has a novel idea of ​​being able to know whether the searched intellectual property is being put up for sale during the operation of performing a search. In this embodiment, it is possible to know whether the searched intellectual property is being put up for sale during the process of searching for intellectual property and examining the search results, eliminating the need to use multiple systems. Therefore, the intellectual property search device of this embodiment has both a function of searching for one's own or others' intellectual property and a function of displaying intellectual property buying and selling information, thereby reducing the effort required of the user in operations.

[0082] In addition, in this embodiment, even if a user searches for intellectual property without setting a purpose of purchasing intellectual property, the option of purchasing intellectual property can be presented to the user. For example, in order to acquire intellectual property rights, a search is performed to see if an application has been filed for the same intellectual property or if rights have been acquired for the same intellectual property, and it is assumed that the same rights already exist. In this case, the user may choose to change the implementation or use of his / her own intellectual property or give up on acquiring rights, but by displaying and providing the user with information on whether the intellectual property is on sale, the option of purchasing the intellectual property can be presented to the user. In particular, users who have little knowledge about intellectual property often do not realize that intellectual property can be purchased from others. This is advantageous for such users.

[0083] Furthermore, this embodiment has the effect of stimulating the circulation of intellectual property, which is an excellent advantage for both buyers and sellers of intellectual property. As described above, it is possible for a buyer to reduce the time and effort required for research. Also, a user who performs a search can efficiently search for intellectual property that is being offered for sale. In a conventional intellectual property buying and selling system, only intellectual property held by the system can be searched for, but in this embodiment, it is possible to search for a wide range of intellectual property. For sellers, it becomes easier to find buyers for intellectual property that is up for sale, which reduces waste of intellectual property and stimulates the circulation of intellectual property.

[0084] Some detailed examples of this embodiment will be described below, although the present invention is not limited to the following examples.

[0085] <Example 1> 4 is a diagram showing an example of a screen for inputting a search key. The screen for inputting a search key may be called an intellectual property search screen or the like. By inputting a search key in an input field 51 and pressing a search button 52, the reception unit 12 receives the search key, and the search unit 13 executes search processing. In addition, it may be possible to select and change search settings by pressing a search setting button 53.

[0086] Although not particularly limited, examples of search settings include selection and change of the type of intellectual property, and selection and change of the display format of the search results.

[0087] Fig. 5 is a diagram showing an example of a screen with search results when the search button 52 is pressed in Fig. 4. In the example shown in the figure, search results are displayed in a list format for trademarks, patents, and designs. As shown in the figure, search results before and after rights have been granted can be displayed, and applicants and right holders can be displayed as search results not only to the user.

[0088] In the illustrated example, the searched intellectual property is displayed in a list format, and the search results are displayed together with information on whether the intellectual property is up for sale. As illustrated, "up for sale" is displayed for No. 1 to 3, which indicates that the intellectual property No. 1 to 3 is up for sale on the intellectual property buying and selling system 32.

[0089] In the illustrated example, "XXXXXX" is entered as the search key, and in addition to trademarks, patents and designs are displayed as search results. For example, search results may include, but are not limited to, the name of the invention, detailed description of the invention, description of the design, and items related to the design, which contain "XXXXXXX" or characters similar to "XXXXXXX". Trademarks that are identical or similar to the entered trademark "XXXXXXX" are displayed as search results. Nos. 1 and 2 are trademark registrations and trademark registration applications for trademarks that are identical to the entered trademark. The post-grant and pre-grant states may be displayed, or the post-grant and pre-grant states may be displayed as one.

[0090] The illustrated example is a case where the storage means 31 is searched using the search key "XXXXXXX" and information is obtained from the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 using the search key "XXXXXXX".

[0091] In the illustrated screen, pressing a display button 61 displays details of the pressed application or right. Note that the display button 61 does not have to be provided. For example, a link may be provided to the item to be displayed, and details may be displayed by pressing the item.

[0092] Fig. 6 is a diagram showing another example of the search result screen when the search button 52 is pressed in Fig. 4. In the example shown, the intellectual property search result screen does not display information on whether the intellectual property is auctioned. In the example shown, the screen displaying the details of the intellectual property (Fig. 8 described later) displays information on whether the intellectual property is auctioned.

[0093] Fig. 7 is a diagram showing another example of the screen of the search results when the search button 52 is pressed in Fig. 4. In the example shown in the figure, the searched intellectual properties are displayed in a list format, and the search results and information on whether the intellectual properties are up for sale are also displayed. As shown in the figure, the auction prices are displayed for each intellectual property, and by displaying the auction prices, it may be possible to indicate that the intellectual properties are up for sale.

[0094] In the illustrated example, the storage means 31 is searched using the search key "XXXXXXX", and the search results are used to obtain information from multiple intellectual property buying and selling systems 32. The storage means 31 is searched using the search key "XXXXXXX", the registration number of the relevant trademark (No. 1234567) is obtained, and that registration number is used to obtain information from multiple intellectual property buying and selling systems 32. Since the trademark (trademark right) is being offered for sale in intellectual property buying and selling systems 32 (buying and selling sites) A ​​to C, the offering price is obtained and displayed, and it is clear that trademark No. 1234567 is being offered for sale.

[0095] In the illustrated example, the auction price is displayed to indicate that the intellectual property is up for sale, but the present invention is not limited to this and may be displayed as "up for sale", "on sale", "available for purchase", etc. As in the illustrated example, by displaying the searched intellectual property in a list format together with the auction price, it becomes easier to compare sites and purchase the intellectual property at a lower price.

[0096] FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of an intellectual property display screen. This example is an example when the display button 61 No. 1 in FIG. 5 or FIG. 6 is pressed. The intellectual property display screen may be called an intellectual property details display screen, a details display screen, etc. In this example, the screen displays "intellectual property information," "applicant / right holder information," and "listing status." However, this embodiment is not limited to the example shown in the figure, and can be modified as appropriate.

[0097] In "Intellectual Property Information," trademark, classification, registration number, application number, etc. are displayed. These can be changed as appropriate. Also, the expiration date of the term of validity, etc. may be displayed. In this example, for example, the name of the trademark, the designated goods, designated services, etc. are not displayed, but these may be displayed. Also, a button such as "Show details" may be provided, and by pressing this, for example, the name of the trademark, the designated goods, designated services, etc. may be displayed.

[0098] In the "Applicant / Right Holder Information" section, the name or title of the right holder is displayed. If there are multiple right holders, all or some of the right holders may be displayed. In addition, the applicant may be displayed, or an identification number, address, or residence may be displayed.

[0099] The contents of the intellectual property displayed on the intellectual property display screen 70 can be appropriately selected. For example, the application number, registration number, registration date, application date, expiration date, name of the invention, name of the utility model, design drawings, articles related to the design, trademarks, designated goods and services, classification, etc. In addition, the right holder, applicant, etc. may be displayed.

[0100] The "Listing Status" displays that the selected intellectual property is being listed. It also displays the source of the intellectual property trading system 32 in which the intellectual property is being listed. These displays can be changed as needed.

[0101] In this example, a purchase button 71 is displayed. When the purchase button 71 is pressed, a process is performed to assist in the procedure of purchasing intellectual property. For example, as shown in the figure, when the purchase button 71 is pressed, the user is moved to the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 where the intellectual property is being offered for sale. The example shown in the figure may be an example in which the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is present outside the intellectual property search device 10, or may be an example in which the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 is present inside the intellectual property search device 10.

[0102] 9 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. The illustrated example may be an example in which the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10, or an example in which it exists inside the intellectual property search device 10. Different processing may be performed when the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists outside the intellectual property search device 10 and when the intellectual property buying and selling system 32 exists inside the intellectual property search device 10.

[0103] In the illustrated example, additional information is displayed, including the listing price and the seller's comments. By displaying an explanation of the intellectual property, such as the seller's comments, the user can better understand the intellectual property, which can lead to a purchase. This type of display may also be performed in the example shown in FIG. 8.

[0104] <Example 2> Fig. 10 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. This example is an example when the display button 61 No. 1 in Fig. 5 is pressed. Display of the exhibition status is omitted.

[0105] As shown in the figure, the intellectual property display screen of this example displays a message that the intellectual property right can be renewed, and displays an renewal button 72. When the renewal button 72 is pressed, the screen moves to a renewal registration application screen.

[0106] FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of the document creation screen (trademark) when the renewal button 72 is pressed. The document shown is a document for performing a trademark right renewal registration, and is an application form for trademark right duration renewal registration. The document creation screen 80 shown in the figure allows the renewal period to be selected (5 years, 10 years). In this example, a button 81 for changing right holder information is provided, and pressing the button 81 moves to a document creation screen for, for example, changing the name or address. Also, a button 82 for confirming the payment amount in case of renewal is provided. If the created document is satisfactory, the create button 83 is pressed, and if changes are required, button 84 is pressed. These can be changed as appropriate.

[0107] The document creation unit in this embodiment acquires items necessary for creating a document from the storage means 31, and creates a document using the acquired items. As shown in the figure, items of a trademark right duration renewal registration application form, such as the submission date, trademark registration number, trademark right holder, and payer, are set and a document is created. Therefore, the user can create a document by simply pressing a specified button. In this embodiment, the effort and time required for inputting information when creating a document is eliminated, and the effort and time required for document creation can be reduced. In this embodiment, when creating a document, the user does not need to input, for example, a registration number, a name, or a title, and the effort and time required for document creation can be reduced.

[0108] Fig. 12 is a diagram showing an example of the screen displayed when the Create button 83 is pressed. The user may download the created document, print it, or perform other operations. In this example, it does not matter whether the user is the right holder or applicant of the intellectual property displayed on the intellectual property display screen. This makes it possible to prevent restrictions on the user who creates the document. In this way, according to this embodiment, update operations can be easily performed.

[0109] <Example 3> Fig. 13 is a diagram showing another example of the intellectual property display screen. This example is an example when the display button 61 No. 5 in Fig. 5 is pressed. Display of the exhibition status is omitted.

[0110] As shown in the figure, the intellectual property display screen of this example indicates that the intellectual property right can be updated, and displays an Update button 72. When the Update button 72 is pressed, the screen moves to a renewal registration application screen. It also indicates that the intellectual property right can be put up for sale, and displays a Sell button 73. When the Sell button 73 is pressed, the screen moves to the Sell screen.

[0111] Fig. 14 is a diagram showing an example of the listing screen. This example is an example when the listing button 73 in Fig. 13 is pressed. In the example shown in the figure, an input field 91 for inputting the listing price and an input field 92 for inputting a description are provided. The document selection button 93 is a button for uploading an image of a registration certificate or the like. If there are no problems with the input contents, a button 94 for moving to a confirmation screen is pressed, and if the input contents need to be re-entered, such as by reselecting the intellectual property to be put up for auction, a button 95 is pressed.

[0112] FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an example of the listing screen, and is an example of a confirmation screen. This example is an example when button 94 in FIG. 14 is pressed. In the example shown, the duration, identification number, name of the rights holder, etc. are displayed. Also displayed are the listing price and description. If there are no problems with the input contents, press the "List" button 96, and if re-entering, press button 97. In this way, according to this embodiment, the listing operation can be performed easily.

[0113] As described above, the present invention has both the function of searching for one's own or other people's intellectual property and the function of displaying information on buying and selling of intellectual property, thereby reducing the effort required of a user to perform operations.

[0114] According to the present invention, as described above, there is provided a computer implemented method for intellectual property searching. The intellectual property search method of the present invention is an intellectual property search method performed by an intellectual property search device, An intellectual property search method for searching a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displaying to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, comprising: The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device comprises: a registration step of registering in the storage means; a receiving step of receiving a search key or an instruction from a user; a search step of searching the storage means using the search key; an intellectual property trading information acquisition step of acquiring information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; A display step is performed; The registration step includes periodically or irregularly acquiring information about the intellectual property that is published by an intellectual property office, and registering the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property transaction information acquisition step acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale, The display step displays the search results of the search step, and also displays whether the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on the information obtained in the intellectual property trading information acquisition step. It is characterized by:

[0115] According to the present invention, as described above, there is provided an intellectual property search program for causing a computer to execute a process. The intellectual property search program of the present invention is an intellectual property search program that causes an intellectual property search device to execute processing, An intellectual property search method for searching a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displaying to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, comprising: The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device includes: A registration process for registering information in the storage means; A reception process for receiving a search key or an instruction from a user; a search process for searching the storage means using the search key; An intellectual property trading information acquisition process for acquiring information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; Execute the display process, The registration process includes periodically or irregularly acquiring information about the intellectual property published by the Intellectual Property Office, and registering the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property trading information acquisition process acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to a search key received from a user are listed, The display process displays the search results of the search process, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on information obtained in the intellectual property trading information acquisition process. It is characterized by: [Explanation of symbols]

[0116] 10 Intellectual property search device 11 Registration Department 12 Reception 13 Search section 14 Intellectual Property Transaction Information Acquisition Department 15 Display section 31 Memory means 32 Intellectual Property Trading System 40 users 41 Terminals 50 Intellectual Property Search Screen 51 Input field 52 Search button 60 Search result display screen 61 Display button 70 Intellectual Property Display Screen 71 Purchase Button 72 Update button 80 Document creation screen 81~84 Buttons 85 Documents 90 Listing screen 91, 92 Input fields 93~95 Buttons

Claims

1. An intellectual property search device that searches a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displays to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device comprises: A registration unit for registering information in the storage means; A reception unit that receives a search key or an instruction from a user; a search unit that searches the storage means using the search key; an intellectual property trading information acquisition unit that acquires information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; A display unit, the registration unit periodically or irregularly acquires information regarding the intellectual property that has been made public by an intellectual property office, and registers the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property trading information acquisition unit acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale, The display unit displays the search results of the search unit, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on the information obtained by the intellectual property trading information acquisition unit.

13. An intellectual property search device comprising:

2. The intellectual property transaction information acquisition unit acquires information from the intellectual property transaction system using the search results of the search unit, and acquires key information for reaching the relevant intellectual property in the intellectual property transaction system from the search results of the search unit.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

3. The intellectual property trading information acquisition unit acquires information from the intellectual property trading system without using the search results of the search unit, and uses a search key received from a user as key information for reaching the relevant intellectual property in the intellectual property trading system.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

4. The display unit displays, in a list form, one or more intellectual properties searched for by the search unit as a search result of the search unit, and also displays the search result of the search unit together with information on whether the intellectual property in the search result is being put up for sale.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

5. The display unit displays one or more intellectual properties searched for by the search unit in a list format as a search result of the search unit, and displays details of the intellectual property searched for by the search unit based on an instruction from the user received by the reception unit, and displays the details of the intellectual property together with information on whether the intellectual property is being put up for sale.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

6. When displaying the searched intellectual property, the display unit displays a purchase button on the screen for executing a process to support a procedure for purchasing the intellectual property being put up for sale.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

7. The display unit displays an update button on the screen when displaying the searched intellectual property, the update button executing a process for supporting a procedure for updating the intellectual property.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

8. When displaying the searched intellectual property, the display unit displays a listing button on the screen for executing a process to support a procedure for listing the intellectual property in the intellectual property trading system.

2. The intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

9. The display unit displays, when the intellectual property rights of the searched intellectual property still exist, that the intellectual property is being put up for auction.

2. An intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

10. The intellectual property trading system has additional information including the auction price of the intellectual property being auctioned, The display unit displays the additional information together with information on whether the intellectual property is being offered for sale in the search results.

2. An intellectual property search device according to claim 1.

11. An intellectual property search method performed by an intellectual property search device, An intellectual property search method for searching a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displaying to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, comprising: The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device comprises: a registration step of registering in the storage means; a receiving step of receiving a search key or an instruction from a user; a search step of searching the storage means using the search key; an intellectual property trading information acquisition step of acquiring information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; A display step is performed; The registration step includes periodically or irregularly acquiring information about the intellectual property that is published by an intellectual property office, and registering the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property transaction information acquisition step acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to the search key received from the user are being put up for sale, The display step displays the search results of the search step, and also displays whether the intellectual property in the search results is being offered for sale based on the information obtained in the intellectual property trading information acquisition step.

13. An intellectual property search method comprising:

12. An intellectual property search program for causing an intellectual property search device to execute a process, An intellectual property search method for searching a storage means for storing information on intellectual property and displaying to a user search results including not only the user's intellectual property but also the intellectual property of others, comprising: The intellectual property is a patent, utility model, design or trademark that has been applied for and / or registered with an intellectual property office and made public; The intellectual property search device includes: A registration process for registering information in the storage means; A reception process for receiving a search key or an instruction from a user; a search process for searching the storage means using the search key; An intellectual property trading information acquisition process for acquiring information on an intellectual property trading system existing outside or inside the intellectual property search device; Execute the display process, The registration process includes periodically or irregularly acquiring information about the intellectual property published by the Intellectual Property Office, and registering the acquired information in the storage means; The intellectual property trading information acquisition process acquires information on whether one or more intellectual properties corresponding to a search key received from a user are listed, The display process displays the search results of the search process, and also displays whether or not the intellectual property in the search results is being put up for sale based on information obtained in the intellectual property trading information acquisition process. The present invention relates to an intellectual property search program.

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