Citing a Patent: What Does It Mean?

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Citing a patent means that another patent references your patent as prior art, which can enhance the credibility and visibility of your intellectual property. Unlike academic papers, where citations contribute to an h-index, patent citations do not confer direct benefits such as royalties or legal advantages. The primary outcome of a patent citation is increased recognition within the patent landscape, which may indirectly bolster the patent holder's reputation and influence in their field.

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Good morning,

I have a question related to patents for any of you that have one or own one.
What does it mean for you if someone cites your patent in their patent?

You don't really get anything except for a higher h-index when someone cites your paper, what would you get when someone cites a patent.

Thank you
 
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Indeed. Nothing more than that.
 

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