What is the significance of keeping records during experimental use?
What is the significance of keeping records during experimental use? Keeping detailed records during experimental use is crucial for inventors seeking to protect their patent rights. According to MPEP 2133.03(e), whether records were kept is one of the factors considered in determining if an activity qualifies as experimental use. Good record-keeping serves multiple purposes: It…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO evaluate diligence in complex inventions?
The USPTO evaluates diligence in complex inventions by considering the nature of the invention and the circumstances surrounding its development. According to MPEP 715.07(a): ‘In determining the sufficiency of a 37 CFR 1.131(a) affidavit or declaration, diligence need not be considered unless conception of the invention prior to the effective date is clearly established, since…
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