| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37958 | World Patent Information | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The patenting activity in the field of controlled nuclear fusion was investigated to assess the role of this emerging technology as a catalyst for inventions in other technological areas. Patent statistical data allows to track not only the evolution of a technology, but also to analyze cross-fertilizing effects of a technology that is not quite ready for implementation. Spillovers from nuclear fusion research for applicable inventions to other technological areas can be identified.
► Identify spillover benefits for complex technology research. ► Applied by patent analysis to controlled nuclear fusion technology. ► Use of citation analysis in this context described.
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Authors
Peter Bruns, Minh Quang Tran, Daniel Kunz, Heinz Mueller, Christian Soltmann,