Appeal No. 1999-2069
Application 08/397,639
this provides the suggestion for using different order
transformation models in Kano (EA12).
We agree with the Examiner that Frankot's teaching of using
different order transformation models would have suggested to one
of ordinary skill in the art to use different order
transformation models in Kano and, in particular, to use a lower
order model for the more complex nonlinear transformation model.
For the reasons stated above, we conclude that Appellants
have failed to persuade us of insufficient evidence to establish
a prima facie case of obviousness. The rejections of claims 1-5
are sustained.
No time period for taking any subsequent action in
connection with this appeal may be extended under 37 CFR
§ 1.136(a).
AFFIRMED
LEE E. BARRETT )
Administrative Patent Judge )
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)) BOARD OF PATENT
MICHAEL R. FLEMING ) APPEALS
Administrative Patent Judge ) AND
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