What are the definitions of different types of patents?

(1) invention patent:

It refers to the new technical scheme proposed for products, methods or their improvement, which is the intangible assets of enterprises and a highly stable way to protect product innovation and method innovation.

(2) utility model patents:

It refers to the new practical technical scheme put forward for the shape and structure of products or their combination, as well as the micro-innovation to protect the shape and structure of products.

③ Appearance patent:

Refers to the new design of the product's shape, pattern or their combination, as well as the combination of color and shape and pattern, which is aesthetic and suitable for industrial application. Protect product appearance, packaging, etc.