get_top_inventors
Identify top inventors in a specific technology field using patent data. Filter results by keywords, IPC codes, application or publication dates, and patent authority. Ideal for evaluating innovation leaders or recruiting talent.
Instructions
Shows the top inventors in the technology field. Evaluate top performers or identify potential recruits. Returns up to the top 10 inventors. Note: Search must contain either keywords or IPC. If both are provided, IPC is prioritized.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| apply_end_time | No | Patent application end year (yyyy format). Filters by application filing date. | |
| apply_start_time | No | Patent application start year (yyyy format). Filters by application filing date. | |
| authority | No | Patent authority code (e.g., CN, US, EP, JP). Filters by patent office. Use OR for multiple, e.g., "US OR EP". | |
| ipc | No | Patent IPC classification code. Used to specify a particular technology field. | |
| keywords | No | Keywords to search within patent title and abstract/summary. Supports AND, OR, NOT logic. Example: "mobile phone AND (screen OR battery)" | |
| public_end_time | No | Patent publication end year (yyyy format). Filters by publication date. | |
| public_start_time | No | Patent publication start year (yyyy format). Filters by publication date. |