Title 37--Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights
CHAPTER I--UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE,
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
PART 1--RULES OF PRACTICE IN PATENT CASES
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Addresses for correspondence with the Patent and Trademark Office.
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Business to be transacted in writing. |
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Business to be conducted with decorum and courtesy. |
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Nature of correspondence and signature requirements. |
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Identification of application, patent or registration. |
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Receipt of correspondence. |
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Times for taking action; Expiration on Saturday, Sunday or Federal holiday. |
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Certificate of mailing or transmission. |
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Definitions. |
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Filing of correspondence by ``Express Mail.''
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Files open to the public. |
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Assignment records open to public inspection. |
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Copies and certified copies. |
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Patent applications preserved in confidence. |
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Requests for identifiable records. |
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National application filing fees.
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Patent application and reexamination processing fees.
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Patent post allowance (including issue) fees.
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Document supply fees. |
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Post issuance fees.
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Miscellaneous fees and charges.
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Fees payable in advance. |
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Methods of payment. |
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Deposit accounts.
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Refunds. |
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Definition of small entities and establishing status as a small entity to permit payment of small entity fees; when a determination of entitlement to small entity status and notification of loss of entitlement to small entity status are required; fraud on the Office. |
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Refunds when small entity status is later established; how errors in small entity status are excused. |
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Applicants may be represented by a registered attorney or agent. |
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Correspondence respecting patent applications, reexamination proceedings, and other proceedings. |
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Recognition for representation. |
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Revocation of power of attorney or authorization; withdrawal of registered attorney or agent. |
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Applicant for patent.
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When the inventor is dead. |
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When the inventor is insane or legally incapacitated. |
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Joint inventors. |
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Assigned inventions and patents. |
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Filing when an inventor refuses to sign or cannot be reached. |
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Correction of inventorship in a patent application, other than a reissue application, pursuant to 35 U.S.C. 116.
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General requisites of an application. |
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Language, paper, writing, margins. |
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Application number, filing date, and completion of application. |
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Parts of application to be filed together; filing receipt. |
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Claim for foreign priority. |
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Duty to disclose information material to patentability. |
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Chemical and mathematical formulae and tables. |
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Expungement of information or copy of papers in application file. |
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Oath or declaration. |
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Person making oath or declaration. |
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Officers authorized to administer oaths. |
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Supplemental oath or declaration. |
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Declaration in lieu of oath. |
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Foreign language oaths and declarations. |
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Detailed description and specification of the invention. |
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Title and abstract. |
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Summary of the invention. |
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Reference to drawings. |
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Claim(s). |
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Application data sheet. |
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Arrangement of application elements. |
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Claiming benefit of earlier filing date and cross-references to other applications. |
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Reservation clauses not permitted. |
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Drawings required in patent application. |
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Content of drawing. |
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Standards for drawings. |
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Corrections to drawings. |
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Models or exhibits not generally admitted as part of application or patent. |
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Specimens. |
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Return of models, exhibits or specimens. |
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Copies of exhibits. |
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Submission of computer program listings. |
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Filing of information disclosure statement. |
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Content of information disclosure statement. |
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Third-party submission in published application. |
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Advancement of examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.103 |
Suspension of action by the Office.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.104 |
Nature of examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.105 |
Requirements for information. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.110 |
Inventorship and date of invention of the subject matter of individual claims. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.111 |
Reply by applicant or patent owner to a non-final Office action. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.112 |
Reconsideration before final action. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.113 |
Final rejection or action.
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![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.114 |
Request for continued examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.115 |
Preliminary amendments. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.116 |
Amendments after final action or appeal
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.121 |
Manner of making amendments in applications.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.125 |
Substitute specification. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.126 |
Numbering of claims. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.127 |
Petition from refusal to admit amendment. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.129 |
Transitional procedures for limited examination after final rejection and restriction practice. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.130 |
Affidavit or declaration to disqualify commonly owned patent or published application as prior art. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.131 |
Affidavit or declaration of prior invention. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.132 |
Affidavits or declarations traversing rejections or objections. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.133 |
Interviews. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.134 |
Time period for reply to an Office action. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.135 |
Abandonment for failure to reply within time period. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.136 |
Extensions of time. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.137 |
Revival of abandoned application, terminated reexamination proceeding, or lapsed patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.138 |
Express abandonment. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.141 |
Different inventions in one national application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.142 |
Requirement for restriction. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.143 |
Reconsideration of requirement. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.144 |
Petition from requirement for restriction. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.145 |
Subsequent presentation of claims for different invention. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.146 |
Election of species. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.151 |
Rules applicable. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.152 |
Design drawings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.153 |
Title, description and claim, oath or declaration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.154 |
Arrangement of application elements in a design application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.155 |
Expedited examination of design applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.161 |
Rules applicable. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.162 |
Applicant, oath or declaration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.163 |
Specification and arrangement of application elements in a plant application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.164 |
Claim. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.165 |
Plant drawings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.166 |
Specimens. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.167 |
Examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.171 |
Application for reissue. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.172 |
Applicants, assignees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.173 |
Reissue specification, drawings, and amendments. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.175 |
Reissue oath or declaration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.176 |
Examination of reissue. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.177 |
Issuance of multiple reissue patents. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.178 |
Original patent; continuing duty of applicant. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.179 |
Notice of reissue application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.181 |
Petition to the Commissioner. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.182 |
Questions not specifically provided for. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.183 |
Suspension of rules. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.191 |
Appeal to Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.192 |
Appellant's brief. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.193 |
Examiner's answer and reply brief. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.194 |
Oral hearing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.195 |
Affidavits or declarations after appeal. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.196 |
Decision by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.197 |
Action following decision. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.198 |
Reopening after decision. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.198 |
Reopening after decision. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.211 |
Publication of applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.213 |
Nonpublication request. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.215 |
Patent application publication. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.217 |
Publication of a redacted copy of an application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.219 |
Early publication. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.221 |
Voluntary publication or republication of patent application publication. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.248 |
Service of papers; manner of service; proof of service in cases other than interferences. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.251 |
Unlocatable file. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.291 |
Protests by the public against pending applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.292 |
Public use proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.293 |
Statutory invention registration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.294 |
Examination of request for publication of a statutory invention registration and patent application to which the request is directed. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.295 |
Review of decision finally refusing to publish a statutory invention registration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.296 |
Withdrawal of request for publication of statutory invention registration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.297 |
Publication of statutory invention registration. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.301 |
Appeal to U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.302 |
Notice of appeal. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.303 |
Civil action under 35 U.S.C. 145, 146, 306. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.304 |
Time for appeal or civil action.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.311 |
Notice of allowance. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.312 |
Amendments after allowance. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.313 |
Withdrawal from issue. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.314 |
Issuance of patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.315 |
Delivery of patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.316 |
Application abandoned for failure to pay issue fee. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.317 |
Lapsed patents; delayed payment of balance of issue fee. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.321 |
Statutory disclaimers, including terminal disclaimers. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.322 |
Certificate of correction of Office mistake. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.323 |
Certificate of correction of applicant's mistake. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.324 |
Correction of inventorship in patent, pursuant to 35 U.S.C. 256. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.325 |
Other mistakes not corrected. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.335 |
Filing of notice of arbitration awards. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.351 |
Amendments to rules will be published. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.362 |
Time for payment of maintenance fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.363 |
Fee address for maintenance fee purposes. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.366 |
Submission of maintenance fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.377 |
Review of decision refusing to accept and record payment of a maintenance fee filed prior to expiration of patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.378 |
Acceptance of delayed payment of maintenance fee in expired patent to reinstate patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.401 |
Definitions of terms under the Patent Cooperation Treaty. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.412 |
The United States Receiving Office. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.413 |
The United States International Searching Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.414 |
The United States Patent and Trademark Office as a Designated Office or Elected Office. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.415 |
The International Bureau. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.416 |
The United States International Preliminary Examining Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.417 |
Submission of translation of international publication. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.419 |
Display of currently valid control number under the Paperwork Reduction Act. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.421 |
Applicant for international application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.422 |
When the inventor is dead. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.423 |
When the inventor is insane or legally incapacitated. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.424 |
Joint inventors. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.425 |
Filing by other than inventor. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.431 |
International application requirements. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.432 |
Designation of States and payment of designation and confirmation fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.433 |
Physical requirements of international application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.434 |
The request. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.435 |
The description. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.436 |
The claims. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.437 |
The drawings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.438 |
The abstract. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.445 |
International application filing, processing and search fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.446 |
Refund of international application filing and processing fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.451 |
The priority claim and priority document in an international application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.455 |
Representation in international applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.461 |
Procedures for transmittal of record copy to the International Bureau. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.465 |
Timing of application processing based on the priority date. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.468 |
Delays in meeting time limits. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.471 |
Corrections and amendments during international processing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.472 |
Changes in person, name, or address of applicants and inventors. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.475 |
Unity of invention before the International Searching Authority, the International Preliminary Examining Authority and during the national stage. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.476 |
Determination of unity of invention before the International Searching Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.477 |
Protest to lack of unity of invention before the International Searching Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.480 |
Demand for international preliminary examination.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.481 |
Payment of international preliminary examination fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.482 |
International preliminary examination fees. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.484 |
Conduct of international preliminary examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.485 |
Amendments by applicant during international preliminary examination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.488 |
Determination of unity of invention before the International Preliminary Examining Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.489 |
Protest to lack of unity of invention before the International Preliminary Examining Authority. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.491 |
National stage commencement and entry. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.492 |
National stage fees.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.495 |
Entering the national stage in the United States of America.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.496 |
Examination of international applications in the national stage. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.497 |
Oath or declaration under 35 U.S.C. 371(c)(4). |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.499 |
Unity of invention during the national stage. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.501 |
Citation of prior art in patent files. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.502 |
Processing of prior art citations during an ex parte reexamination proceeding. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.510 |
Request for ex parte reexamination.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.515 |
Determination of the request for ex parte reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.520 |
Ex parte reexamination at the initiative of the Commissioner. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.525 |
Order for ex parte reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.530 |
Statement by patent owner in ex parte reexamination; amendment by patent owner in ex parte or inter partes reexamination; inventorship change in ex parte or inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.535 |
Reply by third party requester in ex parte reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.540 |
Consideration of responses in ex parte reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.550 |
Conduct of ex parte reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.552 |
Scope of reexamination in ex parte reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.555 |
Information material to patentability in ex parte reexamination and inter partes reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.560 |
Interviews in ex parte reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.565 |
Concurrent office proceedings which include an ex parte reexamination proceeding. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.570 |
Issuance of ex parte reexamination certificate after ex parte reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.601 |
Scope of rules, definitions. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.602 |
Interest in applications and patents involved in an interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.603 |
Interference between applications; subject matter of the interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.604 |
Request for interference between applications by an applicant. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.605 |
Suggestion of claim to applicant by examiner. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.606 |
Interference between an application and a patent; subject matter of the interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.607 |
Request by applicant for interference with patent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.608 |
Interference between an application and a patent; prima facie showing by applicant. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.610 |
Assignment of interference to administrative patent judge, time period for completing interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.611 |
Declaration of interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.612 |
Access to applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.613 |
Lead attorney, same attorney representing different parties in an interference, withdrawal of attorney or agent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.614 |
Jurisdiction over interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.615 |
Suspension of ex parte prosecution. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.616 |
Sanctions for failure to comply with rules or order or for taking and maintaining a frivolous position. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.617 |
Summary judgment against applicant. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.618 |
Return of unauthorized papers. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.621 |
Preliminary statement, time for filing, notice of filing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.622 |
Preliminary statement, who made invention, where invention made. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.623 |
Preliminary statement; invention made in United States, a NAFTA country, or a WTO member country. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.624 |
Preliminary statement; invention made in a place other than the United States, a NAFTA country, or a WTO member country. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.625 |
Preliminary statement; derivation by an opponent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.626 |
Preliminary statement; earlier application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.627 |
Preliminary statement; sealing before filing, opening of statement. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.628 |
Preliminary statement; correction of error. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.629 |
Effect of preliminary statement. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.630 |
Reliance on earlier application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.631 |
Access to preliminary statement, service of preliminary statement. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.632 |
Notice of intent to argue abandonment, suppression or concealment by opponent. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.633 |
Preliminary motions. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.634 |
Motion to correct inventorship. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.635 |
Miscellaneous motions. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.636 |
Motions, time for filing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.637 |
Content of motions. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.638 |
Opposition and reply; time for filing opposition and reply. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.639 |
Evidence in support of motion, opposition, or reply. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.640 |
Motions, hearing and decision, redeclaration of interference, order to show cause. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.641 |
Unpatentability discovered by administrative patent judge. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.642 |
Addition of application or patent to interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.643 |
Prosecution of interference by assignee. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.644 |
Petitions in interferences. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.645 |
Extension of time, late papers, stay of proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.646 |
Service of papers, proof of service. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.647 |
Translation of document in foreign language. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.651 |
Setting times for discovery and taking testimony, parties entitled to take testimony. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.652 |
Judgment for failure to take testimony or file record. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.653 |
Record and exhibits. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.654 |
Final hearing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.655 |
Matters considered in rendering a final decision. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.656 |
Briefs for final hearing. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.657 |
Burden of proof as to date of invention. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.658 |
Final decision. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.659 |
Recommendation. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.660 |
Notice of reexamination, reissue, protest, or litigation. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.661 |
Termination of interference after judgment. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.662 |
Request for entry of adverse judgment; reissue filed by patentee. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.663 |
Status of claim of defeated applicant after interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.664 |
Action after interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.665 |
Second interference. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.666 |
Filing of interference settlement agreements. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.671 |
Evidence must comply with rules. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.672 |
Manner of taking testimony. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.673 |
Notice of examination of witness. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.674 |
Persons before whom depositions may be taken. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.675 |
Examination of witness, reading and signing transcript of deposition. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.676 |
Certification and filing by officer, marking exhibits. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.677 |
Form of an affidavit or a transcript of deposition. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.678 |
Time for filing transcript of deposition. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.679 |
Inspection of transcript. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.685 |
Errors and irregularities in depositions. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.687 |
Additional discovery. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.690 |
Arbitration of interferences. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.701 |
Extension of patent term due to examination delay under the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (original applications, other than designs, filed on or after June 8, 1995, and before May 29, 2000). |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.702 |
Grounds for adjustment of patent term due to examination delay under the Patent Term Guarantee Act of 1999 (original applications, other than designs, filed on or after May 29, 2000). |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.703 |
Period of adjustment of patent term due to examination delay. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.704 |
Reduction of period of adjustment of patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.705 |
Patent term adjustment determination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.710 |
Patents subject to extension of the patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.720 |
Conditions for extension of patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.730 |
Applicant for extension of patent term; signature requirements. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.740 |
Formal requirements for application for extension of patent term; correction of informalities. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.741 |
Complete application given a filing date; petition procedure. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.750 |
Determination of eligibility for extension of patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.760 |
Interim extension of patent term under 35 U.S.C. 156(e)(2). |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.765 |
Duty of disclosure in patent term extension proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.770 |
Express withdrawal of application for extension of patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.775 |
Calculation of patent term extension for a human drug, antibiotic drug or human biological product. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.776 |
Calculation of patent term extension for a food additive or color additive. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.777 |
Calculation of patent term extension for a medical device. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.778 |
Calculation of patent term extension for an animal drug product. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.779 |
Calculation of patent term extension for a veterinary biological product. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.780 |
Certificate or order of extension of patent term. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.785 |
Multiple applications for extension of term of the same patent or of different patents for the same regulatory review period for a product. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.790 |
Interim extension of patent term under 35 U.S.C. 156(d)(5). |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.791 |
Termination of interim extension granted prior to regulatory approval of a product for commercial marketing or use. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.801 |
Biological material. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.802 |
Need or opportunity to make a deposit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.803 |
Acceptable depository. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.804 |
Time of making an original deposit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.805 |
Replacement or supplement of deposit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.806 |
Term of deposit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.807 |
Viability of deposit. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.808 |
Furnishing of samples. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.809 |
Examination procedures.
|
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.821 |
Nucleotide and/or amino acid sequence disclosures in patent applications. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.822 |
Symbols and format to be used for nucleotide and/or amino acid sequence data. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.823 |
Requirements for nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences as part of the application. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.824 |
Form and format for nucleotide and/or amino acid sequence submissions in computer readable form. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.825 |
Amendments to or replacement of sequence listing and computer readable copy thereof. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.902 |
Processing of prior art citations
during an inter partes reexamination proceeding. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.903 |
Service of papers on parties in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.904 |
Notice of inter partes reexamination in Official Gazette. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.905 |
Submission of papers by the public in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.906 |
Scope of reexamination in inter partes reexamination proceeding. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.907 |
Inter partes reexamination prohibited. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.913 |
Persons eligible to file request for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.915 |
Content of request for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.919 |
Filing date of request for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.923 |
Examiner's determination on the request for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.925 |
Partial refund if request for inter partes reexamination is not ordered. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.927 |
Petition to review refusal to order inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.931 |
Order for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.933 |
Patent owner duty of disclosure in inter partes reexamination proceedings. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.935 |
Initial Office action usually accompanies order for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.937 |
Conduct of inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.939 |
Unauthorized papers in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.941 |
Amendments by patent owner in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.943 |
Requirements of responses, written comments, and briefs in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.945 |
Response to Office action by patent owner in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.947 |
Comments by third party requester to patent owner's response in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.948 |
Limitations on submission of prior art by third party requester following the order for inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.949 |
Examiner's Office action closing prosecution in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.951 |
Options after Office action closing prosecution in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.953 |
Examiner's Right of Appeal Notice in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.955 |
Interviews prohibited in inter partes reexamination proceedings. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.956 |
Patent owner extensions of time in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.957 |
Failure to file a timely, appropriate or complete response or comment in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.958 |
Petition to revive terminated inter partes reexamination or claims terminated for lack of patent owner response. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.959 |
Notice of appeal and cross appeal to Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.961 |
Jurisdiction over appeal in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.962 |
Appellant and respondent in inter partes reexamination defined. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.963 |
Time for filing briefs in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.965 |
Appellant's brief in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.967 |
Respondent's brief in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.969 |
Examiner's answer in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.971 |
Rebuttal brief in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.973 |
Oral hearing in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.975 |
Affidavits or declarations after appeal in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.977 |
Decision by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences; remand to examiner in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.979 |
Action following decision by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences or dismissal of appeal in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.981 |
Reopening after decision by the Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences in inter partes reexamination. |
![TEXT](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/TEXT.gif) |
![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.983 |
Patent owner appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.985 |
Notification of prior or concurrent proceedings in inter partes reexamination. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.987 |
Suspension of inter partes reexamination proceeding due to litigation. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.989 |
Merger of concurrent reexamination proceedings. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.991 |
Merger of concurrent reissue application and inter partes reexamination proceeding. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.993 |
Suspension of concurrent interference and inter partes reexamination proceeding. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.995 |
Third party requester's participation rights preserved in merged proceeding. |
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![PDF](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20081105121747im_/http://www.access.gpo.gov/images/PDF.gif) | 1.997 |
Issuance of inter partes reexamination certificate. |