A person who invented a new machine for making beverages may protect his exclusive right by

When a person invents a new machine for making beverages, they can protect their exclusive right by obtaining a patent. A patent is a legal document that gives the inventor the exclusive right to produce, use, and sell the invention for a certain period of time, usually 20 years. It gives the inventor legal protection against anyone else making, using, or selling the same invention without permission. The patent owner can also license the invention to others for a fee. Obtaining a patent is important because it ensures that the inventor can benefit from their creation and prevents others from copying their idea without permission.