How can mistakes in PCT application drawings be rectified?

The process for rectifying mistakes in PCT application drawings is outlined in MPEP 1825 and MPEP 1836. Key points to note are: Obvious mistakes in drawings can be rectified without affecting the international filing date, with some exceptions. The omission of an entire sheet of drawings generally cannot be rectified without affecting the filing date.…

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Can original or printed patent drawing sheets be physically altered in a reissue application?

No, original or printed patent drawing sheets cannot be physically altered in a reissue application. The MPEP clearly states: “Amending the original or printed patent drawing sheets by physically changing or altering them is not permitted. Any request to do so should be denied.” Instead of physically altering the original drawings, applicants must submit replacement…

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How should drawings be amended in a patent application?

According to 37 CFR 1.121(d), drawings in a patent application should be amended as follows: Changes must comply with § 1.84 (or §§ 1.84(c) and 1.1026 for nonprovisional international design applications). Amendments must be submitted on a replacement sheet labeled “Replacement Sheet” in the top margin. Replacement sheets must include all figures from the prior…

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What is an “Annotated Marked-up Drawing” in a reissue application?

An “Annotated Marked-up Drawing” in a reissue application is an optional document that applicants can include to illustrate changes made to drawing figures. The MPEP describes it as follows: “If desired, applicant may include a marked-up copy of any amended drawing figure, including annotations indicating the changes made. Such a marked-up copy must be clearly…

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How should drawings be amended in a reissue application?

Amending drawings in a reissue application requires specific procedures: Submit replacement sheets for any changed drawings Include all figures from the original sheet, even if only one is amended Label amended figures as “Amended” and new figures as “New” Explain all changes in detail on a separate sheet Canceled figures must be surrounded by brackets…

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How are drawings amended in a reissue application?

How are drawings amended in a reissue application? Amending drawings in a reissue application follows specific rules outlined in MPEP 1453. The manual states: “Amendments to the original patent drawings are not permitted. Any change to the patent drawings must be by way of a new sheet of drawings with the amended figures identified as…

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