Last updated: May 29, 2026

Application No. 18/617,567

System and Method for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Based Interactive Virtual Asset Composition

Non-Final OA

Filed

Mar 26, 2024

Examiner

CHOWDHURY, RAYEEZ R

Art Unit

2174

Tech Center

2100 — Computer Architecture & Software

Assignee

Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.

OA Round

1 (Non-Final)

Interview Optional

— +22.8% interview lift. Examiner has a relatively high allowance rate (81%); +22.8% interview lift. A written response may suffice.

Based on 481 resolved cases, 2023–2026

Examiner Intelligence

CHOWDHURY, RAYEEZ R View full profile →

Grants 81% — above average

Career Allowance Rate

389 granted / 481 resolved

+25.9% vs TC avg

Strong +23% interview lift

Without

With

+22.8%

Interview Lift

resolved cases with interview

Typical timeline

2y 8m

Avg Prosecution

9 currently pending

Career history

492

Total Applications

across all art units

Statute-Specific Performance

§101

19.8%

-20.2% vs TC avg

§103

26.6%

-13.4% vs TC avg

§102

9.3%

-30.7% vs TC avg

§112

22.4%

-17.6% vs TC avg

Black line = Tech Center average estimate • Based on career data from 481 resolved cases

Prosecution Timeline

Mar 26, 2024

Application Filed

Apr 01, 2026

Non-Final Rejection mailed (current)

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Prosecution Projections

1-2

Expected OA Rounds

81%

Grant Probability

99%

With Interview (+22.8%)

2y 8m (~6m remaining)

Median Time to Grant

Low

PTA Risk

Based on 481 resolved cases by this examiner. Grant probability derived from career allowance rate.