TOPOGRAPHIES OF SEMICONDUCTORS

1- PROTECTABLE SUBJECT MATTER.

They protect the topography of a semiconductor product, that is to say, the lay out of the different layers and elements that comprise an integrated circuit, its three dimensional disposition and its interconnections.

2- TERM OF PROTECTION.

10 years from the end of the year in which the topography has been registered or in which use of it has been made in any country of the world.

3- PROCESSING.

The application is examined by the SPTO in respect of formal requirements and thereafter, its grant is published in the Industrial Property Official Gazette.