35 U.S.C. § 114 — Models, specimens (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP

35 U.S.C. § 114 Models, specimens

Source: Patent Statute (35 U.S.C.)BlueIron Update:
2 Rules2 Verbatim

This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 35 U.S.C. § 114, including 2 rules 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.

Summary

The Models, specimens section requires applicants to provide a model of convenient size that advantageously exhibits the invention's parts when necessary.

What this section covers

  • This section covers the requirement for applicants to furnish models or specimens of their inventions to exhibit them advantageously.

Key obligations

  • Applicants must provide a model of convenient size for their invention.
  • The model must be sufficient to exhibit advantageously all parts of the invention.
  • The Director has discretion to require models under 35 USC 114.

Practice notes

  • Ensure the model provided is of convenient size and clearly represents all aspects of the invention.
  • Avoid providing overly large models that may be impractical for examination.

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22