What are the key components of a valid inventor’s oath or declaration?

A valid inventor’s oath or declaration must include several key components as outlined in the MPEP:

1. Inventor bibliographic information (see MPEP § 602.08(a))
2. The name of the inventor or each joint inventor
3. Signatures of each inventor, except as otherwise provided
4. Identification of the application to which it is directed

The MPEP states: The inventor’s oath or declaration must include certain inventor bibliographic information (see MPEP § 602.08(a)), name the inventor or each joint inventor and except as otherwise provided be signed by each inventor (see MPEP § 602.08(b)), and identify the application to which it is directed (see MPEP § 602.08(c)).

It’s important to ensure all these elements are present and correct to avoid potential issues with the patent application process.

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• inventor’s oath
• declaration
• patent application
• USPTO
• key components