Ex Parte Wang et al - Page 7

                Appeal 2006-3166                                                                              
                Application 09/843,582                                                                        
                                         CONCLUSION OF LAW                                                    
                      We find Andros discloses an ionic sponge having a complexing agent                      
                that “chemically bond[s]” to metal particles.                                                 

                                                DECISION                                                      
                      The Examiner’s rejection of claims 14, 19, and 20 under § 102(b) over                   
                Andros is AFFIRMED.                                                                           
                      No time period for taking any subsequent action in connection with                      
                this appeal may be extended under 37 C.F.R. § 1.136(a)(1)(iv)(2006).                          

                                                AFFIRMED                                                      














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