patent-novelty-check

Analyze claim elements against prior-art references and generate novelty assessments.

Updated May 29, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Mang30/myskills --skill patent-novelty-check-mang30
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Skill: patent-novelty-check
Source: https://github.com/Mang30/myskills/tree/main/skills/patent-novelty-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mang30/myskills --skill patent-novelty-check-mang30

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps assess whether an invention is likely novel and non-obvious for patent purposes by mapping claimed features to prior art disclosures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Claim element extraction and preliminary claim drafting to define what the invention’s patent scope would cover.
  • Absolute novelty (anticipation) testing of each preliminary claim element against each prior art reference to detect whether any single reference discloses the full combination.
  • Obviousness (inventive step) combination analysis to evaluate whether a combination of references could render the claim obvious when a reasonable motivation to combine exists.
  • Cross-jurisdiction output including US 35 USC 102/103, CN Article 22, and EP Article 54/56 style assessments.
  • Cross-model examiner verification to stress-test novelty and obviousness conclusions using an examiner-style review prompt.

Quick Start

Use patent-novelty-check by providing an invention description and ensuring patent/PRIOR_ART_REPORT.md is present from your prior-art search, then let the Skill write patent/NOVELTY_ASSESSMENT.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about patent-novelty-check

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check patent novelty and non-obviousness against prior art references?

To check patent novelty and non-obviousness, map each claim element against prior art references to test absolute novelty, then evaluate obviousness by analyzing combinations with motivation to combine. This generates a claim-by-claim anticipation matrix and obviousness combination analysis.

What is the difference between anticipation and obviousness in a patentability assessment?

Anticipation tests absolute novelty by checking if a single prior art reference discloses the full claim combination. Obviousness evaluates whether multiple references could render the claim obvious when a reasonable motivation to combine exists.

Can I assess patentability under US, CN, and EP jurisdictions at the same time?

Yes, cross-jururisdiction patentability assessment supports US 35 USC 102/103, CN Article 22, and EP Article 54/56 style evaluations simultaneously to produce a jurisdiction-focused novelty and non-obviousness assessment file.

How do I draft preliminary claims for an invention description to test patentability?

Draft preliminary claims by extracting claim elements from the invention description to define the patent scope, then test each element against prior art disclosures to determine whether the invention meets novelty and non-obviousness requirements.

What inputs do I need to perform an automated patent novelty check?

Performing a patent novelty check requires an invention description and a prior-art report file, optionally with an invention brief. The assessment extracts claim elements and maps them against the provided prior art references.

Does an examiner-style review help stress-test obviousness and novelty conclusions?

Yes, cross-model examiner verification applies an examiner-style review prompt to stress-test novelty and obviousness conclusions, validating whether the anticipation matrix and combination analysis hold under rigorous patent law scrutiny.