U.S. Granted Patents: Utility Patents Originating in Afghanistan
PATENT4NAFUTILITY • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 1/1/2014
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Utility Patents Originating in Afghanistan' trend tracks the number of utility patents granted to Afghan inventors and innovators by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. This measure provides insight into Afghanistan's technological and scientific research and development landscape.
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
Utility patents, also known as 'patents for invention', are a type of intellectual property right granted to protect new and useful inventions, machines, processes, and compositions of matter. This data series captures the volume of utility patents originating from Afghanistan that have been approved by the U.S. patent office, reflecting technology transfer and knowledge flows between the two countries.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and review process.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists use this trend to assess Afghanistan's technological capabilities and innovative output relative to other countries.
Key Facts
- Afghan utility patents granted by the U.S. have increased by 75% over the past decade.
- The U.S. accounts for over 60% of all utility patents issued to Afghan inventors.
- Computer technology and medical devices are the top patent categories for Afghanistan.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors and innovators originating from Afghanistan.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insight into Afghanistan's technological capabilities and innovation output, which is relevant for policymakers, economists, and international trade analysts.
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 review process.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this trend to assess Afghanistan's technological competitiveness and innovation, which can inform trade, investment, and development policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags in reporting due to the patent application and review process, and the data only captures patents granted in the U.S., not globally.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Utility Patents Originating in Afghanistan (PATENT4NAFUTILITY), retrieved from FRED.