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Inventors Network

A non-profit volunteer group assisting inventors and innovators to guide their next steps from inception to commercialization of their ideas

Based in Columbus, Ohio

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James Ritty

Ritty, a Dayton resident, developed the first cash register in 1878.

Josephine Cochran

An Ohio inventor of the first successful hand-powered dishwasher, patented in 1886, constructed with the help of mechanic George Butters.

Charles Kettering

Kettering and his team invented the first automobile self-starter in 1911, one of over 300 patents he held.

Garrett Morgan

His most notable inventions were a gas mask (1914) used in a construction rescue, and the first 3-way traffic light (1923).

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Then And Now

Inventing In Ohio

Inventing is a complicated process, from conceptualizing, prototyping, financing, manufacturing, marketing, commercializing, selling. We have members that have experience and expertise in all phases. We’ve been there!

Many notable inventors and inventions were from Ohio, and Ohio continues to produce innovators with tremendous potential to better society. Inventors Network is here to help.

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Edison's first Movie Machine, the Kinetoscope, was a 'Talkie'. In 1886 the clockwork turned one shaft causing the small pictures to seem to move when viewed through the magnifying glass. Simultaneously, the synchronized sounds can be heard through earphones.
Edison's first Movie Machine, the Kinetoscope, was a 'Talkie'; 1886.

“Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration.”

-Thomas Edison

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  • Resources to advance your invention
  • Camaraderie and networking with other inventors who share your experience
  • Education and advice at a much lower cost than going to the professionals
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"The inventor information you get at Inventors Network is unequalled. It's why I volunteered to help as a Trustee!"
-Greg O'Brien
"...I learnt the various aspects of inventing from the experts who came and talked to the body. I also admire many experienced members of the forum who guided me..."
-Kamal Fernando
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Inventors Network Meetings

Every 2nd Thursday of the month, 7:00pm

“The Point” at Otterbein University 
60 Collegeview Rd.
Westerville, OH 43081

Some topics include:

  • USPTO Search Engine, Rules
  • Sources for assistance for creating models
  • How to, what to do next
  • Financing Sources

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Wright Brothers' glider with a single vertical rudder before its flight, Oct. 10, 1902.
  • 11/09/2023
In Part 3 of a series about his book, “The Inventors Bible,” Ron Docie discussed “Patent To Market,” and how marketing considerations should be addressed early in your patent process.

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presenter and describe your invention to the group to
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If you have a service or product for inventors and want to spread the word, consider sponsoring an event or becoming an annual sponsor.  You can present your service/product, explain what it does and how it is used.  If you are a company looking for new products to make, license or sell, consider becoming a sponsor, as well.  Besides aiding the inventor community, your sponsorship can be an advertising/marketing tool for your business.

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Inventors are an essential part of a society’s economy.  They need support.  All of our Officers and Trustees are unpaid volunteers, paying dues just like other members.  As with any modern organization, we have operational costs such as our new website and its continued maintenance; internet and other communication fees; office supplies and equipment; rents/leases, etc., which exceed our income from member dues; sponsor fees; advertising sales, and so on.  As this occurs, we must reduce our modest treasury to survive.  Donations, plus other income, are crucial to meet our operational costs.

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Inventors Network is an informational and networking organization. Attending a meeting does not establish a professional or business relationship with any featured speaker or other member unless expressly stated and agreed to between those parties. Members are encouraged to contact speakers outside of our meetings to receive services which can be relied upon in the member’s particular circumstances. Meetings are designed to make members aware of issues and considerations in the invention process. Inventors Network assumes no responsibility for the success or failure of a member’s actions taken in reliance upon information received at its meetings.