U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Croatia
PATENT4NHRDESIGN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.00
Year-over-Year Change
33.33%
Date Range
1/1/1993 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Croatia' trend measures the number of design patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors from Croatia. This metric provides insight into Croatia's technological innovation and participation in the global patent system.
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. Tracking design patents from Croatia helps economists and policymakers understand the country's industrial competitiveness and ability to commercialize inventions.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and examination process.
Historical Context
This metric is used to analyze Croatia's innovation capacity and integration into international markets.
Key Facts
- Design patents account for around 15% of all U.S. patents granted.
- Croatia ranks 60th globally in the number of design patents filed.
- U.S. design patents have a term of 15 years from the date of grant.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of design patents granted by the U.S. to inventors from Croatia. Design patents protect new, original, and ornamental product designs.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking Croatia's design patents provides insight into the country's technological innovation and participation in the global patent system, which is an important indicator of industrial 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 examination process.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze Croatia's innovation capacity and integration into international markets.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short delay as it depends on the patent examination and granting process.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Design Patents Originating in Croatia (PATENT4NHRDESIGN), retrieved from FRED.