How does the ‘totality of the record’ principle apply to patent examinations?
The ‘totality of the record’ principle is a fundamental concept in patent examinations, particularly when assessing non-obviousness. MPEP 716.02(f) states: “The totality of the record must be considered when determining whether a claimed invention would have been obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art at the time the invention was made.” This principle…
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