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> You can, however, patent the practical application of a mathematical formula > Genicap's patent calls out the formula's potential use in "graphics programs (
by BoudewijnE 10y ago
> You can, however, patent the practical application of a mathematical formula
> Genicap's patent calls out the formula's potential use in "graphics programs (e.g., 2D, 3D, etc.); CAD software; finite element analysis programs; wave generation programs; or other software," it doesn't specifically mention game design (procedurally generated or otherwise).
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