The detailed description in a patent application serves several crucial purposes: It provides a comprehensive explanation of the invention, as required by 37 CFR 1.71 and MPEP § 608.01. It must be detailed enough to enable any person skilled in the pertinent art or science to make and use the invention without involving extensive experimentation.…

The ‘Detailed Description of Invention’ section requires a comprehensive and precise level of detail. According to MPEP 608.01(g): “This detailed description, required by 37 CFR 1.71, MPEP §§ 608.01, 2161, and 2162, must be in such particularity as to enable any person skilled in the pertinent art or science to make and use the invention…

Yes, you can generally use your own terminology in the detailed description of your patent application. The MPEP 608.01(g) states: “An applicant is ordinarily permitted to use his or her own terminology, as long as it can be understood.” However, there are some important considerations: The terminology must be clear and understandable to a person…