Prosecution Insights
Prosecution Insights
Tech Center 2800 • Art Units: 2812 2816 2836 2842
This examiner grants 86% of resolved cases
Kenneth B. Wells is a highly prolific examiner with 1437 resolved cases in Tech Center 2800. He maintains a high allowance rate of 86.2 percent and a very efficient median days to allowance of 684. These figures indicate a streamlined and applicant-friendly process in Art Unit 2812. The massive volume of 1437 cases suggests a very experienced examiner with a highly predictable and efficient workflow.
The interview lift is 2.4 percent, which is low but expected given the 86.2 percent baseline. The high volume of cases and the fast timeline of 684 days suggest that this examiner processes applications quickly and is generally receptive to granting patents. Practitioners should focus on clear, concise filings to maintain this efficiency and take advantage of the favorable environment. An interview may not be necessary to secure an allowance, as the 86.2 percent rate is already very high. The 684-day median pendency is a relatively fast timeline, making this examiner's docket ideal for applicants who prioritize speed. Overall, the data reflects a highly efficient and receptive examination process.
| App # | Title | Status | Assignee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19092674 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR RECORDING INFORMATION IN MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM | Non-Final OA | Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. |
| 17589612 | SELECTIVE SHARING OF DEVICE LOCATION INFORMATION | Non-Final OA | Apple Inc. |
| 19173840 | Electronic circuit having a floating gate structure | Non-Final OA | InnoLux Corporation |
| 18879156 | VEHICLE LAMP SYSTEM | Final Rejection | Stanley Electric Co., Ltd. |
| 17661525 | EFFICIENT RADIO RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MEASUREMENTS FOR REDUCED CAPABILITY USER EQUIPMENT | Non-Final OA | QUALCOMM Incorporated |
| 18773222 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING TRACTOR-TRAILER ALIGNMENT FOR CONTROLLING SELF-CANCELLING TURN SIGNALS | Final Rejection | Kia Corporation |
| 18863403 | STREETLIGHT LAMP POST, STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM | Non-Final OA | SIGNIFY HOLDING B.V. |
| 18610639 | DOHERTY AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT | Non-Final OA | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. |
| 19178532 | A PRIVATE CELLULAR ENTERPRISE NETWORK DEPLOYMENT WITH CALL HAND OFF UPON DETECTION OF AN INCUMBENT | Non-Final OA | Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy |
| 18874526 | METAL-OXIDE VARISTOR (MOV) BASED SURGE PROTECTION CIRCUIT FOR PLASMA PROCESSING CHAMBER | Non-Final OA | Lam Research Corporation |
| 19240884 | Oscillating circuit having temperature compensation mechanism | Non-Final OA | REALTEK SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION |
| 19241088 | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING HYSTERESIS BLOCK | Non-Final OA | TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD. |
| 19176354 | Overdrive I/O ESD Protection Network | Non-Final OA | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. |
| 19012272 | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING I/O SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME | Final Rejection | TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD. |
| 18603646 | ADVANCED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (ATM) FOR PEDESTAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN HIGH POWER PECVD CHAMBER | Non-Final OA | Applied Materials, Inc. |
| 19089579 | SWITCH DEVICE AND LOAD DRIVING SYSTEM | Non-Final OA | ROHM CO., LTD. |
| 19215466 | SYSTEM APPROACH FOR BAW TEMPCO REDUCTION | Non-Final OA | Qorvo US, Inc. |
| 18888375 | SURFACE ACOUSTIC WAVE (SAW) STRUCTURES WITH TRANSVERSE MODE SUPPRESSION | Non-Final OA | Qorvo US, Inc. |
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