Patent Search: Conducting a comprehensive search to ensure that the invention is novel and not already patented. Patent Application: Drafting and filing the patent application, which includes detailed descriptions and claims about the invention. Examination: The patent office reviews the application and may issue objections or rejections that require responses. Office Actions: Responding to official communications from the patent office, which may involve amending claims or providing additional information. Allowance and Grant: If the application meets all requirements, the patent is granted, providing exclusive rights to the inventor.