U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

PATENT4NCDDESIGN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/1997 - 1/1/1997

Summary

This economic trend tracks the number of design patents originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) that have been granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. It provides insights into innovation and intellectual property dynamics between the DRC and the United States.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

Design patents protect the ornamental or aesthetic aspects of an invention, as opposed to its functional elements. Monitoring design patent activity from the DRC is relevant for understanding technology transfer, global competitiveness, and economic development in the region.

Methodology

The data is collected and published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess international innovation and trade patterns.

Key Facts

  • The DRC issued 7 design patents in 2021.
  • Design patents account for about 10% of total patents from the DRC.
  • China is the top country of origin for design patents in the U.S.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of design patents originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo that have been granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: Tracking design patent activity provides insights into innovation, technology transfer, and economic development in the DRC, which is relevant for policymakers, economists, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess international innovation and trade patterns.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may have a delay of several months in being published and made available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (PATENT4NCDDESIGN), retrieved from FRED.