U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Singapore

PATENT4NSGDESIGN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

65.00

Year-over-Year Change

32.65%

Date Range

1/1/1992 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Singapore' trend measures the number of design patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors from Singapore. This data provides insights into the innovative capacity and commercial activity between the U.S. and Singapore.

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 new, original, and ornamental designs for manufactured products. This trend is an important indicator of technological progress and cross-border collaboration, as inventors in Singapore seek U.S. patent protection for their innovations.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office from patent application records.

Historical Context

Policymakers and economists analyze this trend to understand technology transfer and commercial ties between the U.S. and Singapore.

Key Facts

  • Design patents account for approximately 10% of all U.S. patents granted.
  • The U.S. and Singapore have a bilateral intellectual property agreement.
  • Design patents typically have a 15-year term of protection.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of design patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors from Singapore.

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

A: This trend provides insights into the innovative capacity and commercial activity between the U.S. and Singapore, which is important for understanding technology transfer and international economic cooperation.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office from patent application records.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists analyze this trend to understand technology transfer and commercial ties between the U.S. and Singapore, which can inform trade, investment, and innovation policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be some delay in the reporting of this data due to the time required to process patent applications.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Singapore (PATENT4NSGDESIGN), retrieved from FRED.