A patentee is defined as the person or entity registered as the owner of a patent. As patentee, they have the exclusive right to prevent others from commercially exploiting the patented invention without permission. These rights include making, using, selling, or importing the patented product or process. However, the rights of a patentee are not absolute. The government can use patented inventions for its own purposes without consent. Compulsory licenses may also be granted allowing others to use the patent. The patent can also be revoked if it is not worked sufficiently to meet public demand.