I have designed a unique instrument , applied for temporary patent in UK and EU , got it granted and thereafter , due to lack of capital , the temporary patent expired after 18 months. I dont understand why I cant patent it now if 1) no one else has and 2) I designed it so the "novelty" remains the same unlike if someone else took it and claimed it as theirs after the temp patent expiration. Please explain.
Where can I find a historical copy of an application?