Appeal No. 95-2993
Application 08/019,387
would have suggested the presently-claimed methods to one of ordinary skill in the art.
In addition, we note that the file wrapper of the instant application indicates that the
examiner did not search any of the available electronic databases. Thus, upon return of
the application, the examiner should also consider whether he has located and reviewed
all the relevant prior art.
REVERSED
William F. Smith )
Administrative Patent Judge )
) BOARD OF PATENT
)
) APPEALS AND
Joan Ellis )
Administrative Patent Judge ) INTERFERENCES
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