Where can I find guidance on Statutory Invention Registration (SIR) requests filed before March 16, 2013?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 4 Rules3 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. For guidance on Statutory Invention Registration (SIR) requests filed before…
Read MoreWhat are the file naming conventions for ASCII plain text submissions in patent 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. According to MPEP 608.05, the file naming conventions for ASCII…
Read MoreHow should patent examiners document their Internet search strategies?
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. Patent examiners are required to document their Internet search strategies…
Read MoreCan a design patent be granted for changeable computer-generated icons?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. Yes, a design patent can be granted for changeable computer-generated icons. The MPEP provides…
Read MoreHow should the title be formatted for a design patent involving multiple articles?
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. When a design patent involves multiple articles, the title must…
Read MoreCan a design patent protect the process or functionality of a computer-generated icon?
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. No, a design patent cannot protect the process or functionality…
Read MoreHow should multiple articles be depicted in design patent drawings?
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. When depicting multiple articles in design patent drawings, there are…
Read MoreHow should computer-generated icons be depicted in design patent 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. The MPEP 1504.01(a) provides specific guidance on how computer-generated icons…
Read MoreWhat are the confidentiality requirements for Internet use by patent examiners?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 examiners must adhere to strict confidentiality requirements when using the Internet for patent…
Read MoreHow do confidentiality requirements affect Internet searching for unpublished patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. Confidentiality requirements significantly impact Internet searching for unpublished patent applications. The MPEP states: “When…
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