Patent Terms Glossary
Electronic File Wrapper
Definition:
System that provides a way to access electronic copies of the correspondence, documents and other pertinent records used in considering a particular case.
FDC
Definition:
Final Data Capture - Once the fee, any correspondence, and/or drawings are matched with the application and all requirements have been met for issuance as a patent.
Divisional Application
Definition:
A later application for an independent or distinct invention disclosing and claiming (only a portion of and) only subject matter disclosed in the earlier or parent application.
Design Patent
Definition:
May be granted to anyone who invents a new, original, and ornamental design for an article of manufacture.
ISA
Definition:
International Search Authority - either a national Office or an intergovernmental organization whose tasks include the establishment of documentary search reports on prior art with respect to inventions.
Nonprovisional Patent Application
Definition:
An application for patent filed under 35 U.S.C. 111(a) that includes all patent applications (i.e., utility, design, plant, and reissue) except provisional applications.
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