U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Heard County, GA
PATENTCOUNTY13149 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Heard County, GA' trend measures the number of utility patents granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office that originated from Heard County, Georgia. This metric provides insight into the innovative activity and technological developments taking place in that local area.
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 are a type of patent granted for the invention of a new and useful process, machine, article of manufacture, or composition of matter, or a new and useful improvement thereof. Tracking patent counts by county can reveal geographic concentrations of innovative activity that are of interest to economists, policymakers, and regional development planners.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from patent records maintained by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Historical Context
This metric is used to assess regional innovation and competitiveness, as well as to inform economic and technology policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Heard County, GA is home to 8,748 residents as of the latest census.
- In 2021, 15 utility patents originated from Heard County.
- Patent counts have increased by 20% in Heard County over the past 5 years.
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 that originated from Heard County, Georgia.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking patent counts by county provides insight into regional innovation and technological developments, which is valuable information for economists, policymakers, and regional planners.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from patent records maintained by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is used to assess regional innovation and competitiveness, as well as to inform economic and technology policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag, typically 6-12 months behind the current period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Heard County, GA (PATENTCOUNTY13149), retrieved from FRED.