U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in North Korea

PATENT4NKPREISSUE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 1/1/2012

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in North Korea' metric tracks the number of reissue patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from North Korea. This data provides insights into North Korea's technological development and innovation.

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

Reissue patents are granted when an inventor discovers an error in a previously issued patent and requests a corrected version. This metric specifically focuses on reissue patents originating from North Korea, shedding light on the country's efforts to protect and refine its intellectual property.

Methodology

The data is collected and published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Historical Context

This metric is relevant for analysts and policymakers studying North Korea's technological capabilities and innovation trends.

Key Facts

  • North Korea has increased its reissue patent filings in recent years.
  • The majority of North Korean reissue patents are in the fields of electronics and engineering.
  • Reissue patents account for a small but growing share of total U.S. patents originating from North Korea.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the number of reissue patents granted by the U.S. to inventors from North Korea. Reissue patents are issued when errors are discovered in previously granted patents.

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

A: This data provides insights into North Korea's technological development and innovation efforts, as reflected by its residents' attempts to protect and refine intellectual property through the U.S. patent system.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is relevant for analysts and policymakers studying North Korea's technological capabilities and innovation trends, which can inform assessments of the country's economic development and potential areas of strategic concern.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be lags in reporting and publication of the data, and the metric only covers reissue patents, not the full scope of North Korean patenting activity in the U.S.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in North Korea (PATENT4NKPREISSUE), retrieved from FRED.