What are the requirements for statements under the Atomic Energy Act and NASA Act?
Statements under the Atomic Energy Act and NASA Act must set forth “the full facts” surrounding the conception and making of the invention. According to MPEP 151, these facts should be unique to that invention. The MPEP states: “The use of form paragraphs or printed forms which set forth only broad generalized statements of fact…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for patent applications related to aeronautical and space activities?
For inventions related to aeronautical and space activities, applicants must file a statement with specific information if requested by the USPTO. According to 51 U.S.C. 20135: No patent may be issued to any applicant other than the Administrator for any invention which appears to the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of reporting patent applications to the Department of Energy (DOE)?
Patent applications that appear to disclose, purport to disclose, or do disclose inventions or discoveries relating to atomic energy are reported to the Department of Energy. The purpose is to allow the DOE access to these applications for review. As stated in MPEP 150: Applications for patents which appear to disclose, purport to disclose or…
Read MoreWhat information must be included in a statement to the Department of Energy for atomic energy-related inventions?
For inventions related to atomic energy, applicants must file a statement under oath with specific information. According to 42 U.S.C. 2182, this statement should include: Full facts surrounding the making or conception of the invention Whether the invention was made or conceived under any contract or arrangement with the Commission (now DOE) Whether the contract…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of the detailed description in a patent application?
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.…
Read MoreWhat level of detail is required in the ‘Detailed Description of Invention’ section?
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…
Read MoreCan I use my own terminology in the detailed description of my patent application?
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…
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