I'm a programmer and have spent much time creating, what I consider to be, a very unique algorithm. Can I patent this?
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Yes, you can patent the algorithm applied to a technical process, like the vulcanization of rubber, or any such industrial process. You could also patent the algorithm as it is implemented on a computer to do something technically useful. However, mere mathematical algorithms which merely solve a mathematical problem and do not have any other real world application are generally difficult to package so that the invention you claim is patentable. You should discuss this with an experienced patent attorney in more detail to determine your best course of action.
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