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Last updated: October 02, 2026
Application No. 18/816,280

Multi-UE and Multi-Message Support in Tunnel Management Messages

Non-Final OA §101
Filed
Aug 27, 2024
Priority
Mar 15, 2019 — provisional 62/819,420 +2 more
Examiner
REYES, CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY
Art Unit
Tech Center
Assignee
Parallel Wireless Inc.
OA Round
1 (Non-Final)
82%
Grant Probability
Favorable
1-2
OA Rounds
1y 2m
Est. Remaining
97%
With Interview

Examiner Intelligence

Grants 82% — above average
82%
Career Allowance Rate
22 granted / 27 resolved
+21.5% vs TC avg
Strong +15% interview lift
Without
With
+15.4%
Interview Lift
resolved cases with interview
Typical timeline
3y 3m
Avg Prosecution
21 currently pending
Career history
69
Total Applications
across all art units

Statute-Specific Performance

§101
4.2%
-35.8% vs TC avg
§103
83.8%
+43.8% vs TC avg
§102
9.7%
-30.3% vs TC avg
§112
2.3%
-37.7% vs TC avg
Black line = Tech Center average estimate • Based on career data from 27 resolved cases

Office Action

§101
Notice of Pre-AIA or AIA Status The present application, filed on or after March 16, 2013, is being examined under the first inventor to file provisions of the AIA . Double Patenting A rejection based on double patenting of the “same invention” type finds its support in the language of 35 U.S.C. 101 which states that “whoever invents or discovers any new and useful process... may obtain a patent therefor...” (Emphasis added). Thus, the term “same invention,” in this context, means an invention drawn to identical subject matter. See Miller v. Eagle Mfg. Co., 151 U.S. 186 (1894); In re Vogel, 422 F.2d 438, 164 USPQ 619 (CCPA 1970); In re Ockert, 245 F.2d 467, 114 USPQ 330 (CCPA 1957). A statutory type (35 U.S.C. 101) double patenting rejection can be overcome by canceling or amending the claims that are directed to the same invention so they are no longer coextensive in scope. The filing of a terminal disclaimer cannot overcome a double patenting rejection based upon 35 U.S.C. 101. Claims 1-15 is/are rejected under 35 U.S.C. 101 as claiming the same invention as that of claims 1-15 of prior U.S. Patent No. 12075497. This is a statutory double patenting rejection. Current Application Application 17/968539 A method for multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages, comprising: determining, for a first node and a second node using GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; and when the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. A method for multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages, comprising: determining, for a first node and a second node using GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; and when the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. A system for providing multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages, comprising: a first node; and a second node in communication with the first node; wherein one of the first node and the second node use GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, and determine if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; and when the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. A system for providing multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages, comprising: a first node; and a second node in communication with the first node; wherein one of the first node and the second node use GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, and determine if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; and when the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. A non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising instructions for providing multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages which, when executed, cause one of a first node or a second node to perform steps comprising: determining, for a first node and a second node using GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; andwhen the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. A non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising instructions for providing multi-User Equipment (UE) and multi-message support in tunnel management messages which, when executed, cause one of a first node or a second node to perform steps comprising: determining, for a first node and a second node using GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP) tunneling support for UE management, if the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging; and when the first node and the second node support multi-UE messaging, then switching to multi-UE multi-messaging mode wherein a chain of messages are formed, wherein sending a multi-UE multi-messaging mode message includes overloading an element of a GTP tunnel message by adding additional messages for different UEs. Conclusion Any inquiry concerning this communication or earlier communications from the examiner should be directed to CHRISTOPHER A REYES whose telephone number is (703)756-4558. The examiner can normally be reached Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:00 EDT. Examiner interviews are available via telephone, in-person, and video conferencing using a USPTO supplied web-based collaboration tool. To schedule an interview, applicant is encouraged to use the USPTO Automated Interview Request (AIR) at http://www.uspto.gov/interviewpractice. If attempts to reach the examiner by telephone are unsuccessful, the examiner’s supervisor, KHALED KASSIM can be reached at (571) 270-3770. The fax phone number for the organization where this application or proceeding is assigned is 571-273-8300. Information regarding the status of published or unpublished applications may be obtained from Patent Center. Unpublished application information in Patent Center is available to registered users. To file and manage patent submissions in Patent Center, visit: https://patentcenter.uspto.gov. Visit https://www.uspto.gov/patents/apply/patent-center for more information about Patent Center and https://www.uspto.gov/patents/docx for information about filing in DOCX format. For additional questions, contact the Electronic Business Center (EBC) at 866-217-9197 (toll-free). If you would like assistance from a USPTO Customer Service Representative, call 800-786-9199 (IN USA OR CANADA) or 571-272-1000. /Christopher A. Reyes/Examiner, Art Unit 2475 8/2/2026 /KHALED M KASSIM/supervisory patent examiner, Art Unit 2475
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Prosecution Timeline

Aug 27, 2024
Application Filed
Aug 05, 2026
Non-Final Rejection mailed — §101 (current)

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Prosecution Projections

1-2
Expected OA Rounds
82%
Grant Probability
97%
With Interview (+15.4%)
3y 3m (~1y 2m remaining)
Median Time to Grant
Low
PTA Risk
Based on 27 resolved cases by this examiner. Grant probability derived from career allowance rate.

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