I’m asking this for my boyfriend who doesn’t use reddit. He’s in the fishing industry and has this brilliant idea for a tool that fisherman use everyday – but a much better version of it that would make the use of this tool much easier to use. It doesn’t exist yet, we checked. The problem is he (and I) have ZERO clue on how to get this going… I know that he needs to build or create some sort of prototype, right? Is there a company that can help with this? I know there are these “invention help” companies that exist, but are they legit? If they are legit, are there some that are considered better? How do they work and make money? Sorry if I’m just spewing a bunch of questions but I’m just at a loss when it comes to this stuff. I really want to help him make this a reality because he’s struggling financially at times and I just have this deep-down feeling that this could really be a great thing not only for him, but for the fishing industry in general. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

  • Bob-Roman@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    As I understand it, your boy friend has an idea of how to improve upon an existing tool design.

    For example, people use to punch holes in things with hand drill. Then someone got the idea to attach electric motor (faster, less time). Next, someone figured out how to use batteries rather than plug cord (portable).

    So, your friend should be able to demonstrate how his improvement or innovation will save time (faster process), be safer, or some other attribute(s).

    This could be a drawing, mock up, glue on, whatever. In other words, he has to be able to turn idea into an image. Then, at least you can copyright or trademark or begin patient process if possible.

    I wouldn’t take idea to third party without protecting intellectual property.