What should be included in a patent application abstract?
A patent application abstract should include a concise summary of the key technical elements of the invention. The MPEP 608.01(b) states:
The abstract should sufficiently describe the disclosure to assist readers in deciding whether there is a need for consulting the full patent text for details.
The abstract should cover:
- The technical disclosure of the improvement
- The nature and gist of the invention
- The principal use of the invention
It’s important to note that legal phraseology often used in patent claims should be avoided in the abstract.
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