Know-How As An Alternative For The Patent Form Of Protection Of Technical Solutions

Abstract

The authors note that the practical study of progressive technical solutions is one of the most important areas of innovation. Traditionally, technical solutions are protected as objects of patent law. Federal Law No. 35-FZ of 12.03.2014 limited the range of information protected in the know-how mode to information only on the results of intellectual activity in the scientific and technical sphere and methods of conducting professional activities. It is concluded that know-how becomes an alternative to the patent form of protection of technical solutions.