uspto-database

Query USPTO patent and trademark data via PatentSearch, PEDS, and Trademark APIs.

18|1|Updated Dec 27, 2025
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Skill: uspto-database
Source: https://github.com/LogauaEngstrom/claude-scientific-skills/tree/main/scientific-skills/uspto-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LogauaEngstrom/claude-scientific-skills --skill uspto-database-logauaengstrom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, uspto-opendata-python, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Accessing and correlating USPTO patent and trademark data across patents, trademarks, and examination records is slow and error-prone; this Skill consolidates API access and tooling to accelerate IP research, due diligence, and competitive analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified access to PatentSearch, PEDS, and Trademark data via ready-to-run scripts for discovery, prosecution history, and status tracking.
  • Use cases include patent landscape analysis, trademark health monitoring, assignment tracking, and portfolio analytics for companies or inventors.
  • Real-world scenario: an IP analyst quickly queries multiple USPTO data streams, aggregates results, and surfaces key action items such as pending office actions and ownership changes.

Quick Start

Query current USPTO patent and trademark data for a target company and generate a concise portfolio summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about uspto-database

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search USPTO patent and trademark data for a specific company?

You can search USPTO patent and trademark data by querying the unified PatentSearch and trademark APIs to discover portfolios, track statuses, and aggregate records for a target organization. The Skill provides ready-to-run scripts for this exact discovery process.

Can I track pending office actions and ownership changes across a patent portfolio?

Yes, you can track pending office actions and ownership changes by applying the PEDS and Assignment APIs. The Skill queries examination histories and assignment records, then surfaces key action items like ownership transfers and pending deadlines.

What do I need to access USPTO PEDS and PatentSearch APIs?

You need API key authentication configured for USPTO access and the Python dependencies 'requests' and 'uspto-opendata-python' installed. The Skill handles rate-limit management and structured error handling automatically once authenticated.

Does this tool handle USPTO API rate limits and query errors?

Yes, the Skill handles USPTO API rate limits and structured errors automatically. It implements rate-limit handling and error management across PatentSearch, PEDS, and Trademark API calls to ensure reliable data retrieval.

What is the best way to analyze a patent landscape for multiple inventors?

The best way to analyze a patent landscape is using the unified API tooling to query PatentSearch and PEDS data across inventors. The Skill aggregates examination histories and patent records, enabling comprehensive portfolio analysis and competitive intelligence.

Can I monitor trademark health and prosecution history using USPTO data?

Yes, you can monitor trademark health and prosecution history by querying the USPTO Trademark and PEDS APIs. The Skill tracks trademark statuses and examination records, allowing you to generate portfolio summaries and surface pending actions.