What is the significance of an ‘evidence claim’ in combination-subcombination restriction requirements?

An ‘evidence claim’ in combination-subcombination restriction requirements is a claim that demonstrates the combination does not rely on the specific details of the subcombination for patentability. The MPEP explains: “Claim ABbr is an evidence claim which indicates that the combination does not rely upon the specific details of the subcombination for its patentability.” Here, ‘br’…

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