How are figures selected for inclusion with the abstract in a PCT application?

The selection of figures for inclusion with the abstract in a PCT application follows these guidelines: The applicant may suggest a figure in the request form (PCT Rule 3.3(a)(iii)). The International Searching Authority (ISA) may select a different figure if it better characterizes the invention. If no figure is useful for understanding the abstract, the…

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What should not be included in a PCT application abstract?

According to MPEP 1826, a PCT application abstract should not include: Statements on the alleged merits or value of the invention Speculative applications of the invention Superfluous language Legal phraseology such as “said” and “means” Prohibited items as defined in PCT Rule 9 The MPEP states: “The abstract shall not contain statements on the alleged…

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How should chemical formulae be included in a PCT application abstract?

When including chemical formulae in a PCT application abstract, follow these guidelines: Include the chemical formula that best characterizes the invention. Choose the most characteristic formula among all formulae contained in the application. MPEP 1826 states: “Where applicable, the chemical formula which, among all the formulae contained in the international application, best characterizes the invention.”…

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How does the abstract differ from the specification in a patent application?

The abstract and the specification serve different purposes in a patent application. While the specification provides a detailed description of the invention, the abstract offers a brief overview. According to MPEP 608.01(b): The abstract is a brief narrative of the disclosure as a whole, as concise as the disclosure permits, in a single paragraph preferably…

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