Mecanismos de divulgação de patentes: uma revisão sistemática da literatura

Abstract

Patents represent the fundamental results of technological research, assuming a crucial importance for the economic development of a country. They are intrinsically linked to the innovative process, which encompasses three essential stages: research, protection and dissemination. Thus, the disclosure of patented knowledge is of fundamental importance to stimulate other creations, as well as the promotion of technology transfer. In this context, this article aims to characterize and analyze the types of mechanisms used for patent disclosure in the academic context, as well as in the business environment. For this purpose, a systematic literature review was conducted on 17 articles indexed in the Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct and Google Scholar databases. The literature analyzed evidence the existence of several mechanisms for patent disclosure, both in the printed and digital media, however, the use of these tools demands management that favors the dissemination of knowledge.