"The Patents and Designs Act, 1907" is a historical piece of legislation from the United Kingdom that defines the law related to patents and industrial designs.
The Act was enacted on December 31, 1907, and it aimed to consolidate and amend the laws related to patents and designs in the UK. It laid down provisions related to the grant, registration, and protection of patents and industrial designs. The Act was a significant step in providing legal protection for inventors and creators, encouraging innovation and creativity within the country.[1] [2] The Patents and Design Act of 1907 encouraged American firms to start manufacturing in the UK by allowing patents to be revoked if they weren't being utilized here.[3]