Prosecution Insights
Last updated: October 01, 2026

Examiner: SANTOS, ROBERT G

Tech Center 3600 • Art Units: 3673

This examiner grants 73% of resolved cases

Analysis

Robert G. Santos is an experienced examiner in Tech Center 3600 and Art Unit 3673, with 1159 resolved cases. His allowance rate of 73.1 percent indicates a consistent pattern of granting patents. The large volume of 1159 resolved cases makes this allowance rate a reliable indicator of his examination style.

The data shows a significant interview lift of 34.8 percent. This metric suggests that interviews are an effective tool for applicants, as they are associated with an increase in the probability of allowance compared to the 73.1 percent overall allowance rate. Practitioners should consider the 34.8 percent lift when deciding whether to request an interview in Art Unit 3673.

The median days to allowance is 824, which is the typical timeframe for successful applications. This 824 day period, combined with the 73.1 percent allowance rate, suggests a relatively efficient and predictable prosecution path. These metrics provide a comprehensive overview of the environment within Tech Center 3600 for cases assigned to this examiner.

Written from this page's own data; every figure is computed from USPTO records and verified before publication.

Performance Statistics

73.0%
Allow Rate
+21.0% vs TC avg
1,179
Total Applications
+35.0%
Interview Lift
824
Avg Prosecution Days
Based on 1159 resolved cases, 2023–2026

Rejection Statute Breakdown

2.8%
§101 Eligibility
29.4%
§102 Novelty
42.8%
§103 Obviousness
11.2%
§112 Clarity

Currently Pending Office Actions

App #TitleStatusAssignee
19283235 PLAY YARD Non-Final OA Wonderland Switzerland AG
19302850 Techniques For Detecting A Force Acting On A Base Of A Patient Transport Apparatus Non-Final OA Stryker Corporation

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