Enablement
Continuum
Claim Scope
Narrow Broad
Tech Predictability Predictable Normal disclosure required.
Follow-on innovators benefit.
“Thorough” disclosure required.
Patentee benefits.
Unpredictable “Significant” disclosure required.
Follow-on innovators benefit.
“Significant” disclosure required.
Patentee benefits.
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