U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Chad

PATENT4NTDTOTAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1.00

Year-over-Year Change

0.00%

Date Range

1/1/2008 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Chad' trend measures the total number of U.S. patents granted to inventors and companies based in Chad. This metric is important for understanding Chad's innovative capacity and technology transfer.

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 series tracks the annual volume of U.S. patents awarded to Chad-based applicants. It provides insight into Chad's participation in the global innovation ecosystem and its ability to commercialize new technologies for domestic and international markets.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and aggregated by country of origin.

Historical Context

Policymakers and economists use this metric to assess Chad's R&D investment, technology competitiveness, and integration with the global innovation network.

Key Facts

  • Chad has received less than 10 U.S. patents per year on average.
  • U.S. patents originating in Chad account for less than 0.01% of the global total.
  • Patent activity in Chad is low compared to other African countries.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of U.S. patents granted to inventors and companies based in Chad. It provides insight into Chad's innovative capacity and participation in global technology development.

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

A: This metric is important for understanding Chad's technological competitiveness and its ability to commercialize new innovations for domestic and international markets.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and aggregated by country of origin.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists use this metric to assess Chad's R&D investment, technology transfer, and integration with the global innovation network.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be delays of up to 2 years in reporting U.S. patent data by country of origin.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Chad (PATENT4NTDTOTAL), retrieved from FRED.