The nature of ICT in technology convergence: A knowledge-based network analysis
Sungdo Jung1, Keungoui Kim2, Changjun Lee3
1Korea Construction Infonet, Seoul, South Korea.
Plos One
|July 9, 2021
Summary
Information and communication technology (ICT) readily integrates but converges with similar technologies, significantly driving technology convergence. This patent analysis reveals ICT
Area of Science:
- Network Science
- Innovation Studies
- Intellectual Property Analysis
Background:
- Understanding technology convergence is crucial for innovation and policy.
- Information and communication technology (ICT) plays a pivotal role in modern technological advancements.
- Analyzing patent data provides insights into technology evolution and interactions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role and nature of ICT in technology convergence.
- To map the knowledge network of technology sectors using patent data.
- To identify the influence of ICT on the broader landscape of technological innovation.
Main Methods:
- Constructed a knowledge network using Korean patent data from the European Patent Organization.
- Applied social network theories and analyzed network indices (degree centrality, E-I index, entropy, clustering coefficient).
- Utilized International Patent Classification (IPC) codes to define technology sectors (nodes) and co-occurrences (edges).
Main Results:
- ICT demonstrates a high propensity for integration into various technological fields.
- ICT tends to converge with technologically similar sectors.
- ICT exerts the most substantial influence on technology convergence compared to other technologies.
Conclusions:
- ICT's convergence patterns with similar technologies are key drivers of innovation.
- The study provides a systematic perspective on technology interaction mechanisms.
- Findings can inform national technology policies for enhanced innovation strategies.
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