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Use AI to search effectively for existing patents, identify opportunities, and avoid infringement
The Rundown: In this guide, you’ll learn how to use Perplexity’s AI-powered search to find patents quickly and efficiently.
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Jan 30, 2026

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The Rundown: In this guide, you’ll learn how to use Perplexity’s AI-powered search to find patents quickly and efficiently. This will allow you to identify existing patents, analyze gaps in innovation, and understand how to position your invention without risk of infringement.
Who is this useful for
- Solo builders who want to validate their ideas early, avoid infringement, and discover open areas for innovation in crowded markets.
- Founders validating inventions who need to confirm originality early and avoid investing in ideas that are already protected.
- R&D and product leads who want to identify innovation gaps and align upcoming features with...
