What do you mean by "preferred embodiment" and "embodiment" in the patent specification?

An embodiment is an explanation of a preferred embodiment of an invention or utility model. The number of embodiments should be determined according to the nature of the invention or utility model, the technical field it belongs to, the existing technical situation and the scope of protection.

The preferred embodiment of the invention or utility model is an important part of the specification, which is extremely important for the comprehensive disclosure, understanding and realization of the invention or utility model, and for supporting and interpreting the claims. Therefore, the specification should describe in detail the preferred embodiment of the invention or utility model that the applicant considers to be realized. When appropriate, examples should be given; If there are drawings, they shall be explained with reference to the drawings.

The preferred embodiment shall embody the technical scheme adopted in the application to solve the technical problems, and make a detailed description of the technical features supporting the claims.