What is Form Paragraph 7.05.018 used for in patent examination?

Form Paragraph 7.05.018 is used in patent examination to address computer-implemented functional claim limitations in the context of subject matter eligibility rejections under 35 U.S.C. 101. According to MPEP 2106.07(a)(1), this form paragraph is used:

“For computer-implemented functional claim limitations, to explain that the computer and algorithm are not sufficiently described.”

Specifically, Form Paragraph 7.05.018 is employed when:

• The claim includes computer-implemented functional limitations
• The specification does not adequately describe the computer and algorithm used to perform the claimed function
• The examiner needs to explain why the claim fails to satisfy the written description requirement under 35 U.S.C. 112(a)

This form paragraph helps examiners address the intersection of subject matter eligibility and written description requirements for computer-implemented inventions, ensuring that applicants provide sufficient detail about how their claimed functions are achieved.

To learn more:

• Form Paragraph 7.05.018
• 35 U.S.C. 101
• 35 U.S.C. 112(a)
• computer-implemented functional claims
• written description