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# Embodiment Description Write detailed embodiments for: **$ARGUMENTS** Embodiments describe HOW to make and use the invention -- they are the patent equivalent of experiment sections, but describe the invention rather than evaluating it empirically. ## Constants - `MIN_EMBODIMENTS = 1` — At least one complete embodiment required - `MAX_EMBODIMENTS = 3` — Practical limit; more embodiments strengthen enablement - `EMBODIMENT_STYLE = detailed` — `detailed` (full working example) or `outline` (sketch) - `REFERENCE_NUMERAL_PREFIX = 100` — Starting reference numeral for first figure's components ## Inputs 1. `patent/INVENTION_DISCLOSURE.md` — invention decomposition (core/supporting/optional features) 2. `patent/CLAIMS.md` — drafted claims that the embodiments must support 3. User-provided figures (if any) in any directory 4. `patent/figures/numeral_index.md` if it exists (from `/figure-description`) ## Workflow ### Step 1: Plan Embodiments For each claim category (method, system, etc.), plan at least one embodiment: | Embodiment | Covers Claims | Type | Key Variations | |-----------|--------------|------|----------------| | 1 | Claims 1, X | Best mode / preferred | [primary implementation] | | 2 | Claims 2, 3 | Alternative | [different parameters/materials] | | 3 | Claims 4, 5 | Additional alternative | [different configuration] | ### Step 2: Write Each Embodiment For each embodiment, write a detailed description following this structure: **Opening paragraph**: "In one embodiment, [invention summary with reference to what is being described]." **Component/step-by-step description**: For method embodiments: - Describe each step in order - Reference figure numerals: "As shown in FIG. 1, at step 202, the processor 102 receives the input data 104..." - Include specific parameters, ranges, and conditions - Describe what happens at each decision point For system/apparatus embodiments: - Describe each component - Reference figure numerals: "Referring to FIG. 1, the system 100 comprises a processor 102, a memory 104, and a communication interface 106..." - Describe interconnections between components - Describe operation of the system step-by-step **Variations and alternatives**: - "In some embodiments, the processor 102 may be a GPU, an FPGA, or an ASIC." - "In another embodiment, the memory 104 may be replaced with a distributed storage system." - "The parameters described above are exemplary; other values within the range [X, Y] are also contemplated." These variations are critical -- they support broader claim interpretation. ### Step 3: Reference Numeral Integration Ensure consistent reference numeral usage: 1. Every component mentioned must have a numeral 2. Numeral must appear first in parentheses after the component name: "the processor (102)" 3. Subsequent references: "the processor 102" (no parentheses) 4. Numbering follows figure series: 100-series for FIG. 1, 200-series for FIG. 2 **Format**: - First mention: "the processor