The Federal Circuit was created in 1982 to handle specific types of cases nationwide, not based on location. It replaced two older courts and has unique rules, like strict residency requirements for judges and the ability to sit in expanded panels. The court ensures judges hear a variety of legal fields and can hold sessions in different locations. It can also remove judges from the Court of Federal Claims and impose criminal sanctions on Members of Congress who argue before it. The goal is to provide fair and efficient justice for citizens.