[qwytw]

> effect is pretty similar to what you describe.

The max yearly fee is $7,400? It can be a lot or absolutely nothing depending on a specific patent.

> In some jurisdictions you get a discount on the fees if you declare that you are open to license out your patent.

Would it really ever be worth the effort just to save a few thousand per year at most?

3,700 if you're a non profit or < 500 employees.