Legal Definitions - machine

MACHINE

A machine is a device or apparatus made up of fixed and moving parts that work together to perform a specific function. Machines are one of the categories of inventions that can be patented.

• A car engine is a machine that converts fuel into energy to power the vehicle.
• A sewing machine is a machine that uses a needle and thread to stitch fabric together.
• A printing press is a machine that presses ink onto paper to create printed materials.

These examples illustrate the definition of a machine because they all consist of fixed and moving parts that work together to perform a specific function. The car engine has pistons, valves, and a crankshaft that work together to convert fuel into energy. The sewing machine has a needle, thread, and a motor that work together to stitch fabric. The printing press has rollers, ink, and paper that work together to create printed materials.