LML4801 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2026 - DUE 14 April 2026
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Course
Patent and Copyright Law (LML4801)
LML4801 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2026 - DUE 14 April 2026; 100% TRUSTED
Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Imagine that you are the patent manager for CIDSS, and you are tasked
with assisting Dr Dlamini with applying for the patent. Is there anything
, from the scenario that would pose a challenge to the granting of the
patent, or if the patent is granted, anything that might lead to the
revocation of the patent at a future date (seeing as how South Africa is
a non-examining jurisdiction as far as patents are concerned).
1. Lack of Novelty (Newness)
A patent can only be granted if the invention is completely new.
Possible issue:
If Dr Dlamini publicly disclosed the invention (e.g., published research,
conference presentation, thesis, or social media) before filing, this
destroys novelty.
Even informal disclosure (e.g., discussions without confidentiality
agreements) can count.
Risk:
The patent may still be granted initially, but later revoked if prior
disclosure is proven.
2. Lack of Inventive Step (Obviousness)
The invention must not be obvious to someone skilled in the field.
Possible issue:
If the invention is just a minor improvement or combination of existing
technologies, it may be considered obvious.
Risk:
Competitors can challenge the patent in court and have it revoked for
lacking inventiveness.
Semester 1 2026 - DUE 14 April 2026
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Course
Patent and Copyright Law (LML4801)
LML4801 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2026 - DUE 14 April 2026; 100% TRUSTED
Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Imagine that you are the patent manager for CIDSS, and you are tasked
with assisting Dr Dlamini with applying for the patent. Is there anything
, from the scenario that would pose a challenge to the granting of the
patent, or if the patent is granted, anything that might lead to the
revocation of the patent at a future date (seeing as how South Africa is
a non-examining jurisdiction as far as patents are concerned).
1. Lack of Novelty (Newness)
A patent can only be granted if the invention is completely new.
Possible issue:
If Dr Dlamini publicly disclosed the invention (e.g., published research,
conference presentation, thesis, or social media) before filing, this
destroys novelty.
Even informal disclosure (e.g., discussions without confidentiality
agreements) can count.
Risk:
The patent may still be granted initially, but later revoked if prior
disclosure is proven.
2. Lack of Inventive Step (Obviousness)
The invention must not be obvious to someone skilled in the field.
Possible issue:
If the invention is just a minor improvement or combination of existing
technologies, it may be considered obvious.
Risk:
Competitors can challenge the patent in court and have it revoked for
lacking inventiveness.
