U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Honduras
PATENT4NHNDESIGN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 1/1/2019
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Honduras' trend tracks the number of design patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors from Honduras. This provides insight into the innovative activity and technological progress in Honduras.
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 non-functional aspects of a manufactured product. Tracking design patents originating in Honduras can indicate the level of industrial design and new product development in the Honduran economy.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and granting process.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists and policymakers to assess Honduras' competitiveness and integration into global value chains.
Key Facts
- Design patents account for about 15% of all U.S. patents granted.
- Honduras ranks 87th globally for patent applications per capita.
- The U.S. is the top destination for Honduran design patent holders.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of design patents granted by the U.S. to inventors originating from Honduras. Design patents protect the ornamental features of manufactured products.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking design patents from Honduras provides insight into the country's industrial innovation and new product development, which are important indicators of economic competitiveness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and granting process.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this trend to assess Honduras' integration into global value chains and the competitiveness of its manufacturing and design sectors.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays of several months between when patents are granted and when the data is published by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Honduras (PATENT4NHNDESIGN), retrieved from FRED.