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Table of Contents: “…Overview and underview -- The IP universe -- Beyond the spherical patent -- Patent portfolio thermodynamics -- Classical and quantum patent mechanics -- Provisional patent applications revealed -- The double-edged sword of infringeability and validity -- Lost in IP space -- Patent system operational reality -- That's obvious! …”

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