What are the requirements for acceptable patent drawings?
According to MPEP 608.02(b), drawings are considered either acceptable or unacceptable. The Office of Patent Application Processing (OPAP) will accept drawings if they are readable and reproducible for publication purposes. Additionally, examiners review drawings for:
- Disclosure of the claimed invention
- Proper use of reference numerals
The MPEP states: Drawings will be accepted by the Office of Patent Application Processing (OPAP) if the drawings are readable and reproducible for publication purposes.
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