What is the difference between using WPI and INPADOC for patent searches?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 901.07, there are key differences in how…
Read MoreWhat are WPI and INPADOC databases used for in patent examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 9 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The World Patents Index (WPI) and International Patent Documentation Center…
Read MoreWhat is the agreement between the USPTO and INPADOC, and how does it benefit examiners?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 9 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The USPTO has a special agreement with the International Patent…
Read MoreWhat is patent family information and how can examiners access it?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 9 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Patent family information refers to related patent documents that share…
Read MoreHow can I access published international applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Published international applications are made available to the public through…
Read MoreHow can abandoned applications be accessed for prior art searches?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Abandoned applications can be accessed for prior art searches through…
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