Drawing

Patent drawings must show every feature of the invention as specified in the claims. Omission of drawings may cause an application to be considered incomplete but are only required if drawings are necessary for the understanding of the subject matter sought to be patented.

-- see Drawing Requirements for more info

Context: Patent

-- see representation of mark

Context: Trademark

By the United States Patent and Trademark Office

PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Glossary

The part of an international application which illustrates the invention and which is required when it is necessary for the understanding of the invention.

Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) ( About )

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