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What is a topography of semi-conductor products?

 

The title of protection of a topography of a semiconductor product recognises the exclusive right to the layout-design of the different layers and elements that make up an electronic integrated circuit, their three-dimensional arrangement and their interconnections, preventing others from reproducing, selling or using them without the owner's consent.

 

By registering a topography of a semiconductor product, you can protect an electronic integrated circuit in Spain for 10 years from the time the circuit is first marketed or the topography is registered.

 

In order to obtain the title of protection of a topography of a semiconductor product, the application must pass an examination of formal requirements.