Patent Formula Usage Guidelines

Summary

Mathematical formulas themselves are generally not patentable, but their specific applications might be. To determine if Charlene Boehms formula and constant are patented, search the USPTO and Google Patents databases. For commercial use, consult a patent attorney to ensure your app doesnt infringe on existing patents. Slight modifications like using 0.738001 may not avoid infringement if the application is similar. Conduct a thorough patent search and seek professional legal advice to ensure compliance.

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Can you search online and figure out what I can and can't do using *.* as my constant? Can I put the data I get in an app? Can I use *.* instead? I didn't think you could patent formulas?
While I can't perform online searches, I can guide you on general principles regarding patents:
- Patent Search: To check if a formula or constant is patented, search the USPTO and Google Patents databases.
- Using Constants: Typically, mathematical formulas themselves aren't patentable, but their specific applications might be.
- Commercial Use: Consult with a patent attorney to ensure your app doesn't infringe on existing patents.
- Modifications: Slight modifications like using *.* might not sidestep a patent if the application is similar.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
the application is the same lol.
It sounds like you're concerned about potential patent issues for using Charlene Boehm's formula and constant in your app. Here are a few points to consider:
- Mathematical Formulas: Typically, formulas alone aren't patentable, but their specific applications might be.
- Patent Search: Conduct a thorough search in patent databases like USPTO and Google Patents.
- Consultation: Consulting a patent attorney is advisable to ensure compliance and avoid infringement.
Do you need guidance on how to perform a patent search, or any other aspect?