by Daniel X. Thomas
The application relates to a processing apparatus, image sensor and system.
Brief outline of the case
The application was refused for lack of IS and the applicant appealed.
The board confirmed the lack of IS of claim 1 of the MR.
The board did not admit AR 1-3 under Art 13(2) RPBA.
by Daniel X. Thomas
The patent relates generally to a method for accessing a service and a corresponding device.
Brief outline of the case
The patent was maintained in amended form. The two opponents appealed the decision of the OD. An intervention occurred during appeal.
The MR was deemed lacking IS and the AR was not admitted in the procedure.
by Daniel X. Thomas
The patent relates to a method for controlling and/or monitoring a compressor system as well as a compressor system comprising one or more compressors.
Brief outline of the case
The opposition was rejected and the opponent appealed.
The board decided that claims 1, 13, 14 as granted lacked IS over D1=US 2007/0005805 +D4: US RE40,817 E.
by Daniel X. Thomas
The patent relates to a scroll pump and a method for operating as scroll pump.
Brief outline of the case
The OD decided maintenance according to AR 1.
The opponent appealed.
The board held that the only admissible AR lacked IS over E1=US 2014/0271233, classified as X in the ESR.
by Daniel X. Thomas
The patent relates to method of obtaining a two- or three-dimensional formed structure of an AIMg alloy plate product.
Brief outline of the case
The opponent appealed the rejection of its opposition.
The board held that the patent as granted was infringing Art 123(2). The same applied to the AR 1-9.