▸case-06 Analyze the following patent claims and list independent claim IDs in a JSON array `independent_claims`:
1. A surgical instrument comprising a handle and a curved blade.
2. The surgical instrument of claim 1, wherein the blade is titanium.
3. A method of operating a surgical instrument, comprising positioning a curved blade at a target site and actuating a handle connected to the blade. | pass→pass | 2,664 | 2,287 | -14% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 492 | 512 | +4% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-01 Parse the claim structure for these two claims into JSON with fields `claim_id`, `claim_type` ('independent' or 'dependent'), and `parent_claim_ids`:
1. A portable filtration device comprising a cylindrical housing, a mesh filter disposed within the housing, and an inlet valve attached to the housing.
2. The portable filtration device of claim 1, further comprising a flexible carrying strap attached to the housing. | pass→pass | 3,280 | 2,152 | -34% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 675 | 546 | -19% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-02 Parse the claim hierarchy into JSON for the following claims:
1. A method for signal processing comprising receiving an audio signal and applying a low-pass filter to the audio signal.
2. The method of claim 1, wherein the low-pass filter has a cutoff frequency of 1 kHz.
3. The method of claim 1 or 2, further comprising amplifying the filtered signal. | fail→pass | 4,610 | 5,593 | +21% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 931 | 1,380 | +48% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-03 Classify the claim type and parent claims in JSON format for this claim text:
'1. An electronic sensor assembly comprising: a printed circuit board; a microcontroller mounted on said printed circuit board; and a wireless transceiver coupled to said microcontroller.' | fail→fail | 6,572 | 3,102 | -53% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,147 | 694 | -39% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-04 Extract structural components into JSON with keys `preamble`, `transition_phrase`, `transition_type`, and `body_elements` from the following claim:
'A robotic arm mechanism for automated assembly, comprising: a base member; an articulated link pivotally connected to the base member; and an end effector attached to the link.' | fail→fail | 4,056 | 2,830 | -30% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 805 | 579 | -28% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-05 Map immediate parent claim IDs in JSON for the following set:
Claim 1: A battery module comprising cells and a cooling plate.
Claim 2: The battery module of claim 1, wherein the cooling plate contains liquid channels.
Claim 3: The battery module of claim 2, wherein the liquid channels are arranged in a serpentine pattern. | fail→fail | 3,973 | 2,327 | -41% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 808 | 580 | -28% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-07 Parse the transition type ('open', 'closed', or 'semi_closed') into JSON for each of these two patent claims:
Claim 1: A composition consisting of water, sodium chloride, and ethanol.
Claim 2: A composition comprising water, sodium chloride, and ethanol. | pass→pass | 3,369 | 2,889 | -14% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 651 | 651 | 0% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-08 Parse the following method claim into a JSON array `steps` where each item has `step_number` and `action_verb`:
'1. A method for data encryption, comprising: receiving an unencrypted data stream at an input interface; generating a cryptographic key using a hardware random number generator; and encrypting the unencrypted data stream using the cryptographic key to produce encrypted output.' | pass→pass | 3,688 | 2,535 | -31% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 724 | 659 | -9% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-09 Parse the following claim into preamble and body limitations in JSON, indicating in `preamble_limiting_status` whether the preamble phrase is limiting due to internal body antecedent references:
'A high-efficiency heat exchanger for cryogenic fluid cooling, comprising a heat conduit and an outer jacket surrounding the conduit, wherein cryogenic fluid flows through said conduit.' | pass→pass | 10,206 | 7,080 | -31% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,002 | 1,462 | -27% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-10 Extract individual limitations into JSON objects with fields `limitation_text` and `is_means_plus_function` (boolean) from this patent claim:
'1. An automated sorting apparatus comprising: a conveyor belt; and means for detecting defective articles on the conveyor belt.' | pass→pass | 5,946 | 5,302 | -11% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,162 | 1,111 | -4% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-11 Parse the target modified element in JSON for this claim pair:
1. A vehicle assembly comprising a chassis, four wheels attached to the chassis, and an electric motor.
2. The vehicle assembly of claim 1, wherein each of the four wheels includes a regenerative braking hub. | fail→fail | 4,270 | 5,657 | +32% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 781 | 1,353 | +73% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-12 Analyze antecedent basis status in JSON (`valid` or `missing_antecedent`) for terms in the following claim elements:
'A system comprising: a primary server; a database connected to a secondary server; and a communication bridge linking said primary server to said database.' | pass→pass | 7,684 | 7,860 | +2% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,631 | 1,906 | +17% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-13 Parse the chemical composition limitations into JSON array `components` with fields `name`, `min_wt_percent`, and `max_wt_percent`:
'A lubricant composition comprising: 50 to 80 wt% synthetic base oil; 5 to 15 wt% viscosity modifier; and 1 to 5 wt% anti-wear additive.' | pass→pass | 3,864 | 2,575 | -33% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 849 | 635 | -25% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-14 Parse claim 2 into JSON with field `modification_type` ('element_addition' or 'element_restriction') and `added_element_name`:
1. A door lock mechanism comprising a bolt and a latch.
2. The door lock mechanism of claim 1, further comprising a keycard reader operatively connected to the bolt. | pass→pass | 2,481 | 2,278 | -8% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 464 | 464 | 0% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-15 Construct a JSON object mapping claim IDs to their direct parent claim ID (`null` for independent claims) for this set:
1. A drone comprising a frame and a motor.
2. The drone of claim 1, further comprising a camera.
3. The drone of claim 1, further comprising a GPS module.
4. The drone of claim 2, wherein the camera is an infrared camera. | pass→pass | 2,937 | 3,176 | +8% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 572 | 712 | +24% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-16 Parse the limitations of this claim into JSON with `structural_elements` list and `functional_clauses` list:
'A fluid valve comprising a valve body and a seal, whereby fluid flow through the body is completely obstructed when the seal is engaged.' | pass→pass | 3,817 | 2,983 | -22% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 714 | 658 | -8% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-17 Categorize claim types and dependencies in JSON (`apparatus`, `system`, or `method`) for the following:
1. A network router apparatus comprising a memory and a processor.
2. A data routing system comprising the network router apparatus of claim 1 and a remote management server. | pass→pass | 3,113 | 3,656 | +17% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 628 | 902 | +44% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-18 Parse the preamble, transition phrase, and transition type ('open', 'closed', or 'semi_closed') in JSON for this claim:
'A ceramic substrate consisting essentially of silicon carbide, aluminum nitride, and sintering aids.' | pass→pass | 2,339 | 2,925 | +25% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 481 | 626 | +30% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-19 Parse this multi-level claim into a structured JSON hierarchy where sub-elements are nested under their parent element:
'1. An imaging device comprising:
(a) an optical lens assembly including a primary lens and a secondary lens;
(b) an image sensor aligned with the optical lens assembly.' | pass→pass | 4,742 | 4,104 | -13% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,017 | 1,018 | +0% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-20 Interpret the scope of the term 'pliant seal' in Claim 1 of US Patent 9,876,543 based on the specification's discussion of silicone rubber versus neoprene materials. | pass→pass | 14,739 | 19,643 | +33% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 2,307 | 3,679 | +59% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-21 Evaluate whether Claim 1 of US Patent Application 17/123,456 disclosing 'A wireless charging pad comprising an array of planar inductive coils' is novel under 35 U.S.C. 102 over US Patent 8,111,222 which discloses a planar array of inductive wireless charging coils. | pass→pass | 10,206 | 9,969 | -2% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,826 | 1,958 | +7% | 0 | 0 | — |
▸case-22 Draft three original patent claims (one independent apparatus claim and two dependent claims) for a foldable solar panel invention having a flexible hinge and integrated micro-inverter. | pass→pass | 8,475 | 5,338 | -37% | 1 | 1 | 0% | 1,631 | 1,001 | -39% | 0 | 0 | — |