U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Germany
PATENT4NDEREISSUE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
22.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.79%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 1/1/2020
Summary
This economic trend tracks the number of reissue patents originating in Germany and granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. It provides insights into technology transfer and innovation between the two countries.
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
The U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Germany metric measures the volume of patent reissues granted by the U.S. to inventions originally patented in Germany. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze cross-border technology diffusion and the global dynamics of intellectual property rights.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding international technology and innovation flows, as well as the competitiveness of German firms in the U.S. market.
Key Facts
- Reissue patents account for a small fraction of total U.S. patent grants.
- Germany is a major source country for reissue patents in the U.S.
- Reissue patents can indicate technology sharing or cross-border R&D collaboration.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of reissue patents granted by the U.S. to inventions originally patented in Germany. Reissue patents are issued when an existing patent is corrected or amended.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into technology transfer and innovation dynamics between the U.S. and Germany. It is useful for understanding cross-border intellectual property flows and the competitiveness of German firms in the American market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, which tracks all patent applications and grants.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this data to analyze international technology diffusion, intellectual property rights, and the broader economic relationship between the U.S. and Germany.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be a lag of several months between the granting of a patent and its inclusion in this data series. Additionally, the data only captures reissue patents, not the full volume of U.S. patent grants to German inventors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Germany (PATENT4NDEREISSUE), retrieved from FRED.