Ex Parte Kleyer et al - Page 8

              Appeal No. 2006-2649                                                                Page 8                
              Application No. 10/336,259                                                                                

                     Here, the cited references disclose all of the components of the instantly claimed                 
              composition, and would have suggested combining those components in order to                              
              produce an electrically conductive silicone composition that does not cause conduction                    
              faults at electrical contacts.  The references therefore support a prima facie case of                    
              obviousness, which Appellants have not rebutted.  The rejection under 35 U.S.C. § 103                     
              is affirmed.                                                                                              
                     No time period for taking any subsequent action in connection with this appeal                     
              may be extended under 37 CFR § 1.136(a).                                                                  


                                                     AFFIRMED                                                           



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              EG/jlb                                                                                                    











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