Abstract: A roller assembly for preventing bruising in livestock includes a central shaft having a longitudinal axis, a plurality of resilient rollers rotatable about the longitudinal axis, an end bracket rotatably connected to a first end of the central shaft, and an intermediate bracket connected to the central shaft between two of the resilient rollers. The end bracket extends from the central shaft and is configured for attachment to a structure such that the plurality of resilient rollers extends into or is tangent to a passageway defined by the structure.

Abstract: A saddle and use of said saddle are provided for seating a rider on an animal, in particular on a horse. The saddle includes a frame for mounting a girth and/or stirrups. The frame includes a front member that defines a pommel side of the saddle, a rear member that defines a cantle side of the saddle and a central member interconnecting the front member and the rear member. The central member is arranged to extend in a longitudinal direction above the spine of the animal. The saddle further comprises cushion members arranged for resting directly on the back of the animal on opposite sides of the central member. The saddle is provided with a connecting element crossing the central member and interconnecting the cushion members, and the connecting element is freely movable or loose with respect to the central member.

Abstract: There is a module for vertical farming. Vertical posts form a grid having rows in both the longitudinal direction and transverse direction. Diagonal support members are installed between posts in a longitudinal direction, along two opposed inner sides of the module, one being along a corridor for passage. In the transverse direction, other diagonal support members are installed without blocking the corridor, and racks are formed in said direction comprising the other diagonal support members, the racks extending vertically for growing plants therein along a height thereof. Floor anchors and corresponding ceiling anchors, located respectively at the bottom and at the top of each one of the posts, are provided to fasten modules on top of each other such that the structure formed by the posts is the load-bearing structure. Catwalks are installed for human passage in the corridor and between adjacent racks.

Abstract: A generating device for simulating a particulate environment for an experimental animal includes an experimental chamber. An ultrasonic atomization device is installed at the bottom adjacent to the center of the experimental chamber. The upper side of the ultrasonic atomization device is connected to a guide device for guiding particles. The guide device includes an air seal cover, and a micro fan is installed inside the air seal cover to drive the movement of particles generated in the ultrasonic atomization device. Air guide pipes are fixedly connected to a side wall of the air seal cover. The generating device has good sealing performance, and can generate a variety of particle simulation environments to accurately and effectively simulate the biological effect of particles in the animal body. The generating device can improve the particle simulation environment, reduce the deviation of experimental data, and ensure the accuracy of the overall experimental data.

Abstract: A breakaway buckle device for a pet collar. The breakaway buckle device includes a first buckle portion, a second buckle portion, and a coupling mechanism arranged to releasably couple the first buckle portion with the second buckle portion. The coupling mechanism can be manipulated to adjust a breakaway force required for the first buckle portion to break relatively away from the second buckle portion.

Abstract: System, methods, and devices may control air flow, temperature, relative humidity, substrate temperature, substrate moisture, carbon dioxide concentration, photoperiod, irrigation, light intensity, spectrum, and vapor pressure deficit. The system may comprise water and air pumps, sensors, air and water distribution apparatus, lights, heaters, foggers, sensors, and electronic system control dedicated to control the environment on individual or multiple growing platforms. The present disclosure provides the ability to provide microclimate control to optimize the environment at the plant or shelf level to optimize plant yields and production resources. The present disclosure may utilize an open or closed plant production configuration depending on the desired plant outcome and plant species.

Abstract: An animal collar assembly for monitoring the animal's behaviour and/or animal's health and/or animal's location, the collar comprising: an electronic module comprising a housing for enclosing electronic componentry therein, the electronic module comprising a first coupling arrangement for coupling to a collar strap adapted to be passed around a neck region of the animal; and a counterweight module having a weight that equal to or greater than weight of the electronic module, the counterweight module comprising a second coupling arrangement for coupling the counterweight module to the collar strap adapted to be passed around a neck region of the animal.

Abstract: Provided are a multi-function device for intensive shrimp farming and intensive shrimp farming systems using this device. The system comprises: shrimp ponds (100) with brackish water pumped from rivers or seas then treated with chemicals, sedimentation and micro-organisms; at least one multifunction device (200) to generate water flow, dissolve molecular oxygen, deliver and dispense shrimp feed and provide solution containing minerals, micro-organisms and other additives; pure oxygen supply device (300) capable of generating oxygen from the air to supply oxygen with purity higher than 90% to water in intensive culture pond to achieve consistently higher concentrations of dissolved oxygen saturated dissolved oxygen concentration; a network of porous sheets floats on the water to reduce the diffusion of oxygen molecules from the water to the air; and a network of lights for providing artificial light to change the feeding cycle of shrimp with industrial and natural food.

Abstract: A trap accessory for attachment to a marine trap that facilitates release of by-catch. A buoyant recovery buoy is operably attached to a trap frame secured to the marine trap. Components for operably attaching the recovery buoy to the trap frame include a latch and attachment components, of which at least one of these components is a Degradable Metal (DM). The DM maintains the integrity of the trap and trap accessory for a pre-determined time, typically 1 year or less. When one or more of the DM components are sufficiently degraded, the recovery buoy is released to open a slot through which animals can escape. A buoy line connected to the trap frame maintains connection between the marine trap and the recovery buoy, which assists in recovery of the marine trap.

Abstract: A device for scent training an animal includes a housing having a front panel in which at least one scent opening is formed, at least one sensor for each scent opening, at least one closeable target scent container for receiving a target scent substance, a coupling device for the target scent containers, a reward device for issuing a reward to the animal, and a control device coupled to the sensors, the coupling device, and the reward device. Each sensor monitors whether the animal puts its nose into the respective scent opening and sends a corresponding notification signal to the control device. The control device activates the coupling device and the reward device in dependence on the notification signals and/or according to a predetermined program.

Abstract: A two-handed dog leash is provided having a rigid tubular member having a first handle, a second handle, and central portion. The central portion is positioned between the first and second handles and defines a centrally located aperture. A cleat assembly is positioned within the centrally located aperture. A leash terminating member secures a first end of a flexible leash within the central portion. The flexible dog leash having a second end configured to pass through the cleat assembly within the centrally located aperture and the flexible dog leash is capable of extending and retracting through the cleat assembly such that the length between the second end and rigid tubular member is adjustable.

Abstract: An animal puzzle bowl is disclosed having a plurality of sockets and a lid with a coupling joint configured to couple with those sockets in a plurality of orientations. The lid may include elements such as a lip or grip for an animal to interact with to allow for opening of the lid so the animal may reach the contents of the bowl. The lids may also include holes so the animal may be encouraged to interact with the bowl by the sight or smell of food or other items of interest. The bowl base can include more than one bowl to allow for a combination of lids to be used. By varying the combination and orientation of the lids an animal must problem solve to reach a desired item in the bowl each time, thus mentally stimulating the animal.

Abstract: Disclosed is a band-type wearable device for a pet which includes: a case having a coupling groove formed so as to open to an outside, and a locking groove concavely formed at an upper side of the coupling groove; a strap of which a distal end is connected to the case, and which is made of a flexible material wrapped around a pet's body and worn on the pet; a fixing bracket which is mounted at the distal end of the strap and includes a sliding coupling portion formed to protrude outward from the distal end of the strap so as to be inserted by sliding into the coupling groove and connect the distal end of the strap to the case; and a locking member coupled to the inner side of the distal end of the strap.

Abstract: A towable live well device for storing fish in a floating live well towed behind a vessel includes a container which tapers from a rear end to a tow end and defines an interior space. A rear edge of a perimeter wall of the container defines an opening to the interior space. A porous rear wall extends across the opening and is configured for permitting a water through the opening and containing a fish in the interior space. A container door opens and closes a container aperture for placing the fish into the interior space. A flotation member is coupled to the container and has a density such that it is configured to float the device. A tow bracket is coupled to the container and is configured for securely tying to a tow line for towing the device by a vessel.