How are abstracts and abbreviatures used in patent searching?
Abstracts and abbreviatures are important tools in patent searching, as described in MPEP 901.06(d). The MPEP states: “Abstracts and Abbreviatures are publications apart from the original patent documents which were considered useful in the examination of patent applications.” These publications provide condensed information about patent documents, making it easier for examiners to quickly assess relevance…
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Abstracts and Abbreviatures are publications by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) related to abandoned patent applications. As stated in MPEP 901.06(d): “Abstracts and Abbreviatures are U.S. Patent and Trademark Office publications of abandoned applications.” These publications serve as a record of abandoned patent applications, providing information about inventions that were not pursued to…
Read MoreHow are Abstracts and Abbreviatures cited in patent references?
Abstracts and Abbreviatures are cited in patent references as follows: They are listed under ‘Other References’ in citations. The citation format includes the author’s name, type of document (abstract or abbreviature), serial number, filing date, publication details, and classification if available. The MPEP provides this example citation format: Brown, (abstract or abbreviature) of Serial No.…
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All relevant information from MPEP 711.06 has been covered in previous FAQs. No additional meaningful questions can be generated without redundancy. To learn more: MPEP patent examination abstracts abbreviatures defensive publications To learn more: Patentability Report P.R.
Read MoreWhat are Abstracts, Abbreviatures, and Defensive Publications in patent law?
Abstracts, Abbreviatures, and Defensive Publications are historical forms of patent-related publications that were used to disclose inventions without pursuing a full patent: Abstracts: Summaries of abandoned applications, published from 1949 to 1953. Abbreviatures: Specific portions of abandoned applications, published from 1964 to 1965. Defensive Publications: Abstracts of pending applications where the applicant waived rights to…
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