A study on technology acquisition and diffusion in “Satellite Platform” clusters at the growth stage

The mechanisms of technology acquisition and diffusion of different types of industry clusters at different stages vary widely, and “Satellite Platform” clusters at the growth stage become the focus of attention with the development of local embeddedness of outside large companies. Based on the case study of auto parts cluster in Liujiang County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, this article argues that the “Satellite Platform” clusters at the growth stage are mostly composed of low technological level firms with weak R & D capabilities; strongly technological dependent on outside companies; lack of internal links and technology diffusion; lack of R & D infrastructure and related public service system. On the basis of the analysis of characteristics and problems of “Satellite Platform” clusters at the growth stage, this article also suggests some policy measures: building external innovation networks, strengthening the role of industrial associations, speeding up construction of technological innovation platform, and promoting public service, to enhance capabilities of technology acquisition and diffusion of firms to promote the development and maturity of “Satellite Platform” clusters at the growth stage.