Articles in this chapter
Article 1
An invention is the result of the thought of an individual or individuals that provides a new practical solution to a specific technical problem in the field of industry. An invention may be in the form of a product or a process.
Frequently asked
Article 1 · in plain terms
What is an invention under Iran's Industrial Property Act?
An invention is a product or a process that provides a new, practical solution to a specific technical problem in a field of industry.
Can a process be patented in Iran, or only a product?
Both. Article 1 states expressly that an invention may take the form of a product or a process.