Examiner: LIU, HENRY Y

Analysis

Henry Y. Liu serves in Tech Center 4100 and Art Unit 1745. The examiner has a high volume of experience with 1337 resolved cases. The allowance rate for these cases is 75.7 percent. This rate indicates a favorable environment for applicants, with about three-quarters of resolved cases resulting in a grant. The large number of 1337 cases ensures the reliability of these performance statistics.

The median days to allowance is 988. This timeline shows the typical pendency for successful applications under Liu's supervision. The interview lift is 13.0 percent. This figure represents the improvement in allowance probability associated with an examiner interview. When compared to the 75.7 percent allowance rate, the 13.0 percent lift shows that interviews are an effective way to resolve outstanding issues.

For those filing in Art Unit 1745, the 75.7 percent allowance rate and 988 median days to allowance define a predictable environment. The 1337 resolved cases reflect a deep history of examination. The 13.0 percent interview lift is a valuable strategic option for practitioners. The data suggests a generally efficient prosecution path with a good probability of success.