"Research Methodology and Intellectual Property Rights" (BRMK557) is a focused guide tailored to meet the 2022 Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) syllabus. This book is designed for engineering students and professionals to comprehensively understand research methodology and intellectual property rights, combining theoretical foundations with practical insights.
Module 1 covers the essentials of engineering research, including its meaning, objectives, and the process of finding and solving worthwhile problems. Ethical considerations are in-depth explored, focusing on research misconduct and authorship-related issues.
Module 2 provides a structured approach to conducting literature reviews and technical reading. It guides students through effective search strategies using bibliographic databases like Web of Science and Google Scholar and best practices for attributions, citations, and acknowledgments.
Module 3 delves into intellectual property, starting with the history and role of IP in India’s economic and cultural development. Detailed discussions on patents include obtaining patent protection, patent rights, infringements, and the importance of prior art searches.
Module 4 addresses copyrights and trademarks, explaining ownership, infringements, and registration processes, supplemented by real-world case studies.
Module 5 explores industrial designs, geographical indications, and famous case studies like the Neem and Basmati patents.
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KAILAS PATHADE
Kailas Pathade is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at VSM's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute of Technology, Nipani. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from HIT, Nidsodhi, and a Master's in Machine Design from MMEC, Belagavi. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. at Symbiosis International University, Pune.
Kailas’s research interests include composite materials, finite element analysis, and optimization. His passion for research and teaching is reflected in his commitment to guiding students in understanding research methodology and intellectual property rights (IPR).
Inspired by renowned Marathi novelist V. P. Kale, Kailas believes in combining creativity with technical knowledge to make learning engaging and meaningful. His book, Research Methodology and Intellectual Property Rights is a practical guide for students and researchers alike, aimed at simplifying complex concepts in research and innovation.
