What does patent infringement mean?

Patent infringement refers to any person who uses another person's patented technology for profit by means of production, sale or introduction without the permission of the patentee. The significance of patent infringement lies in protecting the innovation achievements of enterprises or individuals and promoting technological development and innovation. However, if others infringe the patent right, the patentee can bring a patent infringement lawsuit to the court to safeguard his legitimate rights and interests.

There are many forms of patent infringement, such as directly manufacturing patented products, selling patented products, importing patented products and so on. In addition, some infringements take indirect measures, such as producing or selling accessories and components closely related to patented technology or providing related services. As long as the patent claim is satisfied, it can constitute infringement.

Patent infringement is a kind of economic loss to the patentee, but it may also have adverse effects on the infringer, such as being fined, being liable for compensation, facing litigation risks, being sanctioned by law, etc. Therefore, enterprises need to obtain and use their own technology through legal channels, and at the same time actively protect their own patent rights to avoid unnecessary risks and losses.