U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Robertson County, TN

PATENTCOUNTY47147 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4.00

Year-over-Year Change

33.33%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Robertson County, TN' data series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originate from Robertson County, Tennessee.

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 metric provides insight into the innovation and technological activity occurring within a specific geographic region. It is used by economists, policymakers, and businesses to assess the inventiveness and R&D capacity of local communities.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Trends in granted patents can inform regional economic development strategies and infrastructure investments.

Key Facts

  • Robertson County is located in northern Tennessee, bordering Kentucky.
  • Patents originating in the county grew by 12% in 2021 compared to the prior year.
  • The top technology sectors for Robertson County patents are machinery and medical devices.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This data series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originate from Robertson County, Tennessee.

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

A: Trends in granted patents provide insights into the innovation and technological capacity of a local region, which is valuable information for economic development strategies and business investment decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Patent activity can inform regional economic development policies, infrastructure investments, and initiatives to support local innovation and entrepreneurship.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be lags in reporting due to the time required to process and publish patent data, and the data is limited to utility patents originating from Robertson County, Tennessee.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Robertson County, TN (PATENTCOUNTY47147), retrieved from FRED.