Law - Purpose of the Invention

Explain what the technology does - in terms of the problem(s) that it solves. Focus on the critical aspect(s) of the invention. Give the reader the "big picture." Why would your Mom and Dad be proud of your creation as a solution to someone's technical problem? When a patent application is filed, this explanation will be a part of the Summary of Invention section.

The position of the USPTO on this issue is described in the following section(s) of the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP):

MPEP 608.01(d) - Brief Summary of the Invention


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