What are the rules for submitting working models with patent applications?
What are the rules for submitting working models with patent applications? The rules for submitting working models with patent applications are outlined in MPEP 713.08 and MPEP 608.03. Key points include: Working models are not required in most cases. The USPTO may require a working model under 37 CFR 1.91 if deemed necessary. If submitted,…
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Yes, you can submit a working model of your invention to the USPTO, but it’s generally not required unless specifically requested by the examiner. According to MPEP 608.03(a): ‘Models or exhibits are not required in most patent applications since the description of the invention in the specification and the drawings must be sufficiently full, clear,…
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