Can a design patent cover multiple parts of a single article?
Yes, a design patent can cover multiple parts of a single article. The MPEP 1504.01(b) states: “The claim may also involve multiple parts of a single article, where the article is shown in broken lines and various parts are shown in solid lines.” In this scenario, the overall article is typically shown in broken (dashed)…
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A design comprising multiple articles or multiple parts embodied in a single article refers to a design patent that covers the collective appearance of multiple components or parts, either as separate articles or as parts of a single product. According to MPEP 1504.01(b): “While the claimed design must be embodied in an article of manufacture…
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