What is the purpose of the preamble in a design patent specification?
The preamble in a design patent specification serves a specific purpose as described in MPEP 1503.01:
“The preamble, if included, should state the name of the applicant, the title of the design, and a brief description of the nature and intended use of the article in which the design is embodied or applied.”
Key points about the preamble:
- It’s optional but can provide useful context.
- It should be brief and to the point.
- It can help clarify the article’s nature if the title is not self-explanatory.
- It should not include a detailed description of the design.
Example preamble: “I, [Applicant’s Name], have invented a new design for a Chair, as set forth in the following specification.”
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