The world of invention is vast and going into the invention process well-educated on the industry and processes is very important. With the help of Inventors Digest , we have put together a list of resources to help you on your way to creating the next great innovation.

Inventor Organizations

The most important resource to any inventor is other inventors. That's why we created Edison Nation. Seek advice from those who have been there before. Get referrals from your fellow inventors for service providers, patent attorneys, etc... Join your local inventor group and get involved.
» Find an inventor organization near you

Products Created by Independent Inventors

What do the following inventions have in common? Airplanes, 7-UP, Blue Jeans, Electric Razors, Diesel Engines, FAX Machines, FM Radios, Coca Cola, Dishwashers, Gatorade, Pacemakers, Lasers, Lionel Trains, Monkey Wrenches, Morse Code, Dialysis Machines, Snowboards, Respirators, Silly Putty, and Zippers. They were all invented by independent inventors. Independent inventors have shaped our lives in more ways than you could imagine.
» View a list of popular products created by independent inventors

Beware of Scams

According to the United States Patent & Trademark Office, the invention scam industry is a $200 million/year business.
» Find out how to protect yourself

ABCs of Inventing

Every independent inventor will learn a lot of lessons the hard way. Read this checklist and avoid some of the common invention pitfalls.
» Learn the ABCs of inventing

FAQ

We receive hundreds of emails from inventors every week.
» Read the top dozen questions we receive about inventing and our answers

Fun Facts

Did you know that an ice cream cone is responsible for the outboard motor... or that the inventor of the Internet never made money directly from the invention (although Google now pays him very well as a technologist)?
» Find out more fun facts about invention

Other Helpful Links

The Internet is full of great advice and resources for inventors. We've compiled a list just for you. If you know of a resource that we have left off, please email us and tell us about it!
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