I have been working on an engine that I believe could be the next power source for the world. I am 25 years old and recently engaged. I am hoping that I can start a business off of the idea but haven't built a prototype yet. Anyone have any Ideas about how to build a prototype and market my idea?
3 answers | Asked by cplum80482 | 2 weeks ago in General

I would recommend that you do not build a prototype or try to market your idea yet. You should speak to a patent attorney and have the invention patented first. This will give your idea some legal protection from being stolen from you.

I would recommend NOT discussing the idea in web forums or even in person with anyone until you have talked to a patent attorney.

Do not waste your time and money on so-called patent mills that promise to patent your idea for a few hundred dollars, make sure to talk to a real live attorney who can advise you on the cost and process of obtaining a patent.

It is not a cheap process. Here is a link to help you locate a patent attorney if you so desire:
http://smallbusiness.findlaw.com/patent/

Best of Luck$$

We agree with Alex. After you get the legal side of things done with patent. Draw up some plans and find some investors or partners.

The patent process expensive, but you can get the patent number which is routine with a good attorney to get started and protect.

Also, inventions are people and entrepreneurs Show your protected work in a professional website and an introduce a profile.

After you are done in the legal protection aspect of this specific invention...look us up. Maybe we would consider and help sponsor you...or partner up.

Wishing you the best!
Hope to hear from you-

Al
www.business2000foundation.com

Finish what you started.
You stated you have been working on an engine.
So finish it. Test it. Record your test dates, and the results.
Show comparison data. You need to prove that this engine is more efficient or costs less and provides better results than what is already on the market.
Check out some online journals that provide articles on similar inventions.
Read the forums.
You have to have proof that your invention will be a better investment before any investors will give you money.
If you need specific parts to make other engines, you need to provide information about where to get these parts and how much each will cost.
Research companies that would be interested in buying this engine and marketing it for you. How much money would they be willing to pay for each engine? What good is one engine right?
Prepare your proposal like a scientist and think like a marketer.
Who is going to distribute these engines?
A new invention is the beginning of a chain of manufacturing, distribution, and marketing. You need to fill in the blanks so investors know the process and the amount of money it will cost to produce and market.
Why stop at one invention? If you are creative, you probably can invent other things that benefit humanity. That's how you build up a professional reputation... by proving that what you created really works, can be reproduced and sold for use by a specific type of buyer.