Nikola Tesla U.S. Patent 1,061,142 - Fluid Propulsion Patent Wrapper Page 63

( ( ( J ) J ) 1 } T J J 7 which while not intended for that purpose, might be used as a pump and because the claim now asked for would in that event read upon the device. We submit that the Examiner has overlooked the essential and in this case controlling facts in what appears to be a purely technical application of a rule the purpose and intent of which was to prevent the grant of two patents for the same invention, but not of two patents for two inventions as wholly distinct as a turbine and a pump. We, therefore, ask that the application be reconsidered, and the claim allowed. Respectfully submitted, Kun. Dage. Crohen & tay. Alles for Zuela. word 863