Examiner: HU, JENSEN

Analysis

Jensen Hu is an examiner in Tech Center 2100, specifically working within Art Unit 2161. With 546 resolved cases, this examiner has a well-established history of processing patent applications. The data from these hundreds of cases reveals specific trends regarding both the likelihood of success and the expected duration of the prosecution cycle.

The allowance rate for this examiner stands at 68.1 percent. This figure indicates a relatively high probability of securing a patent compared to more restrictive examiners. Furthermore, the interview lift of 26.9 percent highlights the utility of direct communication. When practitioners engage in interviews, the probability of allowance increases significantly beyond the baseline 68.1 percent rate.

In terms of timing, the median days to allowance is 1314. This duration represents the middle point of the timeline for successful applications. Practitioners should manage client expectations around this 1314-day mark while prioritizing interviews to capitalize on the 26.9 percent lift. The combination of a 68.1 percent allowance rate and a strong interview benefit suggests a collaborative approach is often productive in Art Unit 2161.