What is the competency of Rospatent as an International Searching Authority?

What is the competency of Rospatent as an International Searching Authority? Rospatent’s competency as an International Searching Authority extends to specific types of applications. According to MPEP 1840.04: “The Federal Service for Intellectual Property (Rospatent) (Russian Federation) has informed the International Bureau that it is prepared to search and examine international applications in all fields…

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What are the eight sections of the International Patent Classification?

The International Patent Classification (IPC) is divided into eight sections, each representing a broad field of technology. According to the MPEP, the eight sections are: A. Human Necessities B. Performing Operations; Transporting C. Chemistry; Metallurgy D. Textiles; Paper E. Fixed Constructions F. Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating; Weapons; Blasting G. Physics H. Electricity These sections form…

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