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body of a claim
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A quick definition of body of a claim:
The body of a claim is a part of a patent that explains what the invention is made of or how it works. It comes after the beginning and transition phrases. If the invention is a combination of different things, the body of the claim will describe each part of the combination.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: The body of a claim refers to the part of a patent claim that describes the specific elements or steps of an invention. It comes after the preamble and transition phrase. In a combination claim, the body of a claim outlines the components of a patentable combination.
Example: Let's say someone invents a new type of bicycle that has a motor and can be folded up for easy storage. The body of their patent claim might read:
A bicycle comprising:
- a frame
- a motor
- a folding mechanism
- a seat
- a set of wheels
This example illustrates how the body of a claim defines the specific components of an invention. In this case, the inventor is claiming that their bicycle includes a frame, motor, folding mechanism, seat, and wheels.