According to Article 2 of the Patent Law, inventions and creations include inventions, utility models and designs. Invention refers to a new technical solution proposed for a product, method or improvement thereof. Utility models refer to new technical solutions proposed for the shape, structure or combination of products that are suitable for practical use. Appearance design refers to a new design that is aesthetically pleasing and suitable for industrial application based on the shape, pattern, or combination of the product, as well as the combination of color, shape, and pattern. Non-patented technology, also known as proprietary technology and technical secrets, refers to various technologies and experiences that are not known to the outside world, have been used in production and business activities, and do not enjoy legal protection. Such as unique design, shape, formula, calculation formula, software package, manufacturing process and other process know-how, technical secrets, etc. A type of corporate intangible asset. The Supreme People's Court's "Regulations on Several Issues Concerning the Trial of Science and Technology Dispute Cases" stipulates that non-patented technological achievements should meet the following conditions: (1) Technical solutions or technical know-how including technical knowledge, experience and information; (2) In a secret state, That is, it cannot be obtained directly from public channels; (3) It has practical value, that is, it can enable the owner to obtain economic benefits or competitive advantages; (4) The owner has taken appropriate confidentiality measures and has not disclosed any information without an agreement on confidentiality obligations. Provide it to others. As long as an enterprise's technology possesses the above characteristics, it is the enterprise's non-patented technology.