DESIGN PATENT
\dɪzˈa͡ɪn pˈe͡ɪtənt], \dɪzˈaɪn pˈeɪtənt], \d_ɪ_z_ˈaɪ_n p_ˈeɪ_t_ə_n_t]\
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A patent issued on a new design, used for purely aesthetic reasons, that does not affect the functioning of the underlying device. Design patents last for 14 years from the date the patent is issued. For example, the unique flaring fender designs appearing on new model trucks to make them look more sporty are non-functional industrial designs that may qualify for design patents.
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