To properly preserve a future petition to remove the restriction after a traversal the claims should only be referred to as withdrawn. The application you are asking about was withdrawn after publication and never was granted.This means there isn't a patent and there is no patent protection. In this article, we will delve into the terminology associated with withdrawn patents, along with its implications and importance. An applicant withdraws the appeal after the period for reply to the final rejection has expired, the application is to be considered abandoned. Revocation usually could be on any of the grounds that are set forth while evaluating a patent for grant. An allowed application for a patent in which the applicant files correspondence to withdraw the patent from issue. To withdraw from issue a utility or plant application, an applicant may wish to file a petition under 37 CFR 1.313(c)(2) with a RCE or under 37 CFR 1.313(c)(3) Welcome to the home of excellence in truth and service. Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, historically Black research institution.