Last updated: July 17, 2026

Application No. 18/535,541

Systems and Methods for Diagnosing Batteries

Non-Final OA

Filed

Dec 11, 2023

Priority

Dec 12, 2022 — RE 10-2022-0172880

Examiner

DAVIS, CYNTHIA L

Art Unit

2857

Tech Center

2800 — Semiconductors & Electrical Systems

Assignee

LG Energy Solution Ltd.

OA Round

1 (Non-Final)

Interview Optional

— +27.7% interview lift. Examiner has a relatively high allowance rate (72%); +27.7% interview lift. A written response may suffice.

Based on 204 resolved cases, 2023–2026

Examiner Intelligence

DAVIS, CYNTHIA L View full profile →

Grants 72% — above average

Career Allowance Rate

147 granted / 204 resolved

+4.1% vs TC avg

Strong +28% interview lift

Without

With

+27.7%

Interview Lift

resolved cases with interview

Typical timeline

2y 5m

Avg Prosecution

26 currently pending

Career history

234

Total Applications

across all art units

Statute-Specific Performance

§101

7.6%

-32.4% vs TC avg

§103

82.2%

+42.2% vs TC avg

§102

5.1%

-34.9% vs TC avg

§112

4.9%

-35.1% vs TC avg

Black line = Tech Center average estimate • Based on career data from 204 resolved cases

Prosecution Timeline

Dec 11, 2023

Application Filed

May 01, 2024

Response after Non-Final Action

May 27, 2026

Non-Final Rejection mailed (current)

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Prosecution Projections

1-2

Expected OA Rounds

72%

Grant Probability

99%

With Interview (+27.7%)

2y 5m (~0m remaining)

Median Time to Grant

Low

PTA Risk

Based on 204 resolved cases by this examiner. Grant probability derived from career allowance rate.