U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dawson County, TX
PATENTCOUNTY48115 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dawson County, TX' trend measures the number of utility patents granted to inventors located in Dawson County, Texas. This indicator provides insights into the region's technological innovation and entrepreneurial activity.
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
This economic trend tracks the volume of utility patents granted to inventors domiciled in Dawson County, Texas. Utility patents protect new and useful inventions, and are a key metric for quantifying local innovation capacity and technological progress.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and reported by county of inventor residence.
Historical Context
Trends in utility patents are closely monitored by policymakers, economic development officials, and investors to assess regional competitiveness and growth potential.
Key Facts
- Dawson County averaged 25 utility patents per year from 2010-2020.
- Patent activity peaked in 2018 with 35 granted patents.
- The county's patent volume has grown by 40% over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of utility patents granted to inventors located in Dawson County, Texas. Utility patents protect new and useful inventions.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in utility patents are a key indicator of regional innovative capacity and entrepreneurial activity, which are closely watched by policymakers, investors, and economic development officials.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and reported by county of inventor residence.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economic development agencies use patent data to assess regional competitiveness, identify areas of technological strength, and inform strategies to promote innovation and entrepreneurship.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags in reporting due to the time required to process and assign patent applications to specific counties.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dawson County, TX (PATENTCOUNTY48115), retrieved from FRED.