Where can I find A.P.C. published applications for research?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. A.P.C. published applications are available in several locations for research purposes: The Patent Search…
Read MoreHow can patent examiners use A.P.C. published applications in patent examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Patent examiners can use A.P.C. published applications as prior art in patent examination, but…
Read MoreWhat is the correct way to cite an A.P.C. published application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The MPEP provides a specific format for citing A.P.C. published applications. The correct citation…
Read MoreWhat are Alien Property Custodian (A.P.C.) published applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Alien Property Custodian (A.P.C.) published applications are documents from World War II-era patent applications…
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