Non-patented technology is also called proprietary technology. Refers to all kinds of technologies and proprietary technologies that are unknown to the outside world, have been adopted in production and business activities, do not enjoy legal protection, and can bring economic benefits. Non-patented technology generally includes industrial know-how, commercial trade know-how and management know-how.
Patent right, referred to as "patent" for short, is an intellectual property right that the inventor or his assignee enjoys the exclusive right to exploit a specific invention within a certain period of time according to law.