Carville Hollingsworth
Former USPTO Patent Examiner | Registered Patent Agent
Robotics, AI, Machine Learning, Autonomous Driving, Mechanical Systems
Helping Inventors Secure Strong, Defensible Patents
As a registered U.S. Patent Agent and former USPTO examiner with 4+ years of experience issuing over 450 Office Actions in autonomous driving, robotics, AI, machine learning, and sensor fusion;
I bring insider knowledge to guide startups, independent inventors, and tech companies through the patent process. I understand exactly what examiners look for — and what moves applications toward allowance.
Credibility Highlights
Registered Patent Agent specializing in AI, robotics, autonomous driving, software, and mechanical inventions.
Examined patents for industry leaders including Tesla, NVIDIA, Google, Microsoft, Apple, Samsung, Intel, Amazon, Uber, Ford, Hyundai, Honda, Raytheon, Mitsubishi, and more.
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland (Dean's List, 3.33 GPA).
Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Services: Fixed-Rate or Hourly: Choose the structure that fits your project:
Hourly Services: Entire projects or additional support billed at $95/hour for flexibility.
Expedited Fixed-Rate Options:
USPTO Filing Only - starting at $350
Prior Art Search (references only) — starting at $500
Office Action Reponses — starting at $1,200
In-Depth Fixed-Rate Options:
Patentability Analysis (search + written opinion) Comprehensive prior art search with a written patentability assessment, including analysis of novelty, obviousness, and recommendations for claim strategy.
Typical investment: $750-1,000$
Provisional Patent Applications Secure an early filing date with a streamlined provisional application.
Typical investment: $2,000–$3,000
Non-Provisional Patent Applications Complete drafting and USPTO filing for full protection.
Typical investment: $5,000–$10,000
Office Action Responses Strategic responses to Office Actions to advance toward allowance.
Typical investment: $1,200–$2,500
Freedom-to-Operate Analysis Assess infringement risks for your product or technology.
Typical investment: $1,500–$4,000
Technical Areas of Expertise Deep experience in cutting-edge fields:
Robotics
Artificial Intelligence
Sensor Fusion
Autonomous Vehicles
Software
Mechanical Systems
Electromechanical Devices
Medical Devices
My USPTO background provides unique insight into how examiners evaluate novelty, prior art, and patentability — helping you avoid common pitfalls and build stronger applications.
How the Process Works
Consultation — Discuss your invention, goals, and strategy.
Search & Preparation — Conduct prior art search and draft application.
Filing & Analysis — Submit to USPTO and review results.
Ongoing Prosecution — Respond to Office Actions and advance to allowance as needed.
Start Protecting Your Invention Today If you're ready for a patent search, application drafting, prosecution strategy, or any USPTO matter, feel free to reach out below to discuss your project.
Carville Hollingsworth is a registered U.S. Patent Agent authorized to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Regstration #84,905
