"However, the prevailing conventional wisdom, supported by statistical data such as the recent study by Pat Choate, noted economist and student of the patent system, is that the vast majority of re-examination proceedings result in the strengthening of the patent being re-examined. This study will be posted on both TPL’s and Patriot’s websites for your review."

They've never mentioned the USPTO before, hopefully this is a "ramp up" to an announcement regarding a re-exam result to be delivered this week or next.

Like Bill, I was also disappointed with no explanation of the dry period. More enlightening than usual - maybe we'll get upgraded from mushrooms to vegtables LOL!