Searching for patents in the field of catalysis involves several steps:
1. Keyword Search: Start with keywords related to your area of interest, such as "catalyst," "reaction mechanism," or "enzyme catalysis." 2. Classification Codes: Utilize patent classification codes like IPC (International Patent Classification) or CPC (Cooperative Patent Classification) specific to catalysis. 3. Patent Numbers: If you know specific patent numbers, enter them directly to retrieve documents. 4. Assignee/Inventor Search: Search by the name of the company or individual inventor to find patents they have filed. 5. Combination of Filters: Use a combination of keywords, classification codes, and other filters to narrow down your search results.