Jiefeng Yuan

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Jiefeng Yuan is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of intellectual property strategy and technological innovation. His primary research areas include patent portfolio design, technological evolution analysis, and competitive product innovation. Yuan’s most significant contribution is his pioneering approach to “designing around” patent portfolios, moving beyond the conventional method of circumventing individual patents. Instead, he developed a systematic framework for navigating complex bundle patent portfolios by analyzing the technological evolution of leading products in the market. This work, detailed in his 2019 paper "Design Around Bundle Patent Portfolio Based on Technological Evolution," has garnered 10 citations and provides a critical tool for firms seeking to innovate while avoiding infringement. By restoring the strategic position of patents within a broader technological landscape, Yuan’s research offers practical pathways for product development and competitive strategy. His insights are particularly valuable for researchers and practitioners in patent analytics, R&D management, and innovation policy, helping to bridge the gap between legal protection and engineering advancement.