Abstract: A collapsible pet bed has a base. A rear wall is hinged to a rear side of the base and can rotate between a collapsed position where the rear wall and the base lie in a common plane and an erected position where the rear wall is perpendicular to the base. A side wall is hinged to a side of the base and can rotate between a collapsed position where the side wall and the base lie in a common plane and an erected position where the side wall is perpendicular to both the base and the rear wall. Snaps or other such connections releasably hold the rear wall and the side wall at a vertical corner when the pet bed is in the erected condition. Corner guards can be mounted on the convex corners of the pet bed to prevent damage caused by a pet gnawing at the corners.

Abstract: An electrochemical cell has a first electrode inserted into growth media (soil) and a second electrode inserted into a plant at a position above the ground. The first electrode is coupled to the second electrode to form a potential difference therebetween. An injector has charged fluorescent colorants therein. The injector injects the charged fluorescent colorants into plant above the ground and the potential difference drives the charged fluorescent colorants through a portion of the plant that is above the ground. The potential difference can be formed through a galvanic cell, with an external power supply, and/or a solar panel or cell.

Abstract: An arrangement of photovoltaic panels is configured for installation in a greenhouse having support beams. The arrangement includes frames. Each frame includes at least one photovoltaic panel mounted on a rod. At least one motor is mechanically connected to rotate one or more rods, for bringing each photovoltaic panel to different fixed angular positions. Fittings are arranged at a perimeter of the arrangement. Each fitting is sized and shaped to attach to at least one of the support beams, such that the arrangement is supportable exclusively by the support beams. A system includes at least one such arrangement, a controller, and a plurality of sensors. The controller is programmed to select an optimal fixed angular position for each photovoltaic panel for promoting plant growth, based on environmental and plant conditions and the sensor outputs, and to instruct each motor to rotate each rod to the selected angular position.

Abstract: A remote operating squeeze chute includes a frame having one or more gates and side members configured to move in a manner to allow animals to enter into and out of the frame. The side members help secure or squeeze the animals when within the frame. A control unit is included to allow an operator to regulate the functions of the chute. A power collection system and air collection system are included. The power collection system permits power to be collected and stored remotely for operation of the chute in rural areas.

Abstract: A collapsible pet crate that is easy to operate, aesthetically pleasing, quiet, light, durable, easy to clean, and safe and comfortable for the animal. Also disclosed herein are methods of operating a collapsible pet crate. The collapsible pet crate disclosed herein can further include one-step operation, environmentally safe and pet-friendly materials, and method to include various pet-friendly accessories.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a feeder port with a tubular body. In some embodiments, the feeder port may include an internal cavity that extends through the tubular body. In some aspects, the feeder port may include an entry portion and an exit portion opposite to the entry portion. In some aspects, the feeder port may include external threading configured to receive a bushing that may secure the feeder port within the trough. In some implementations, the feeder port may include a waterproof seal.

Abstract: A large animal lifting and moving apparatus includes a frame having a front end and a rear end, the frame, a drive shaft rotatably coupled to the frame, a drive motor coupled to the frame and operatively coupled to the drive shaft; the drive motor selectively powered by a power source, and one or more roller chains coupled to the drive shaft. The frame is structured to support a large animal between the front end and the rear end and structured to be moved during operation of the large animal lifting and moving apparatus. When the drive motor is powered by the power source, the drive motor drives the drive shaft and the roller chains coupled to the drive shaft.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pest repelling, killing, and/or damaging UV light-emitting device (100) comprising—a housing (200),—a control element (110) configured to output a control signal (111), and—a UV light-emitting element (115) configured to emit, in response to the control signal (111), far-UVC light (125) thereby repelling, killing, and/or damaging one or more pests, e.g. or in particular mosquitos, irradiated by the emitted far-UVC light (125).

Abstract: Tools for smart farming, including devices, management systems and methods of livestock management are provided.

Abstract: A live catch rodent trap comprises a housing, an entry door, a release or exit door, and a latch assembly. The housing defines a first or entry opening, and a second or release opening. The entry door selectively covers the first opening, enabling a rodent to enter an interior of the trap and to be captured therewithin. The release door is pivotally attached to the housing. The release door is, in response to actuation by a user, movable between a closed position covering the second opening, and a release position at least partially uncovering the second opening and permitting a rodent to exit the interior of the trap. The latch assembly selectively secures the release door in the closed position, and includes an actuator adapted to be engaged or biased by a user for releasing the latch assembly from a latched state.

Abstract: an animated fishing lure is, generally disclosed. The fishing lure includes a shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator system, a lure body and a controller. The shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator system is generally positioned within the lure body and includes a flexible non-compressive base and an actuator wire made of SMA located on either side of the base. Each actuator wire is connected to a controller. Inducing electrical current through the actuator wires generates heat and results in a contraction of the wire. The tension generated by wire contraction act on the flexible non-compressive base causing it to bend. By alternating electrical currents through each of the actuator wires the lure is alternatively bent from a right bent position to a left bent position repeatedly creating an oscillating motion.

Abstract: A hydroponic system for cultivation and harvesting of floating aquatic plants is provided. The hydroponic system includes an arrangement of a plurality of vertically-stacked cultivation trays, each tray containing an amount of fluent media on which floating aquatic plants are able to grow. The hydroponic system also includes a media reservoir in which fluent media is contained and subject to treatment before being circulated to the cultivation trays and a harvesting reservoir for receiving aquatic plants grown in the cultivation trays and harvested from the same. The hydroponic system further includes an automated control system that manages media flow into and from the trays and aquatic plant harvesting from the trays. A method of cultivating and harvesting floating aquatic plants is also provided.

Abstract: To provide a mechanism for performing environment control in a plant cultivation device and process control regarding to a work process for cultivating a plant. A plant cultivation device includes a plurality of sensors for monitoring a growing condition of a plant to be cultivated; an environment controlling unit for controlling an environment which is a condition of at least one of light, air, water, and space in the plant cultivation device; and a process controlling unit for controlling a work process for cultivating the plant.

Abstract: A fishing weight according to the present invention may include a main body member having a passageway formed through a medial portion thereof. The fishing weight may also include an outer coating that covers a substantial portion of an outer surface of the main body member. The main body member may include a combination of calcium chloride, magnesium glycinate, limestone, and water. The outer coating may comprise a combination of gelatin, calcium chloride and magnesium glycinate.

Abstract: An assembly for holding a liquid sample, the assembly comprising a cup for holding a liquid and a chamber assembly, The chamber assembly comprises: a cap configured to be removably joined to the cup and to close the cup when joined to the cup; a chamber joined to the cap and having an open top end above the cap, the chamber traversing the cap and extending from the open top end to a bottom end below the cap, such that when the cap is joined to the cup, the bottom end of chamber is located inside the cup, the first chamber having at least one perforation at or near the bottom end; a chamber cap configured to be joined to the open top end of the chamber and to close the chamber when joined to the chamber.

Abstract: A method of increasing interspace among plant containers. The method comprises: providing a set of plant containers, the set comprising first and second plant containers; arranging the first plant containers in a first structured grid formation along a horizontal plane; and arranging the second plant containers in a second structured grid formation along said horizontal plane, whereby when viewed from above the first and second plant containers are alternatingly arranged in a joint structured grid formation in a first area. The method comprises, for increasing the interspace among the plant containers, mutually simultaneously moving the second plant containers in their second grid formation away from the first plant containers in a vertical direction and subsequently placing the second plant containers in a second area.

Abstract: A linkage-type litter box comprises a box body, a filter shovel, a driving mechanism and a linkage member. A cavity is provided inside the box body, and the filter shovel is arranged inside the cavity. The driving mechanism is arranged on the box body and connected to the linkage member. The linkage member is connected to the filter shovel to drive the filter shovel to rotate and reciprocate.

Abstract: A yellow jacket bait bottle is provided and designed for effective and safe extermination of yellow jacket populations. The device comprises a cylindrical container with a hollow interior, accessible through a tamper-resistant lid featuring a hinge and flange for easy opening and closing. A plurality of access holes around the container's perimeter allows yellow jackets to enter, collect poisoned bait, and exit freely. The bait bottle includes a central hole in the lid for a flexible loop, enabling the device to be hung in various locations. The method involves placing a pesticide-laced attractant inside the container, hanging the bait bottle, and allowing yellow jackets to transport the bait back to their nest, thereby eliminating larvae and reducing the population.

Abstract: An animal-waste collection apparatus includes an elongate shaft with adjustable length, a forearm-stabilising assembly at a proximal region, and a coupling assembly at a distal region. The coupling assembly provides multi-axis articulation between a first coupling element fixed to the shaft and a second coupling element borne by interchangeable attachment bodies. A first attachment body supplies a support structure defining a seat for a removable receptacle, and a second attachment body comprises opposing jaws movable between open and closed positions to retain a flexible bag. Each attachment body is interchangeably engageable with the coupling assembly through the second coupling element. The apparatus enables selective collection of liquid or solid waste while permitting ergonomic handling across varied user statures and physical abilities.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a feeder port system with a tubular body. In some embodiments, feeder port may include a tubular body with an entry portion and an exit portion. In some aspects, the feeder port may include a collar and an external threading. In some implementations, the feeder port system may include a gate mechanism configured to provide and deny access to the entry portion of the feeder port. In some aspects, the feeder port system may include a support structure, a sliding door, and a platform. In some aspects, the feeder port system may be configured to provide access for farm animals to consume feed while blocking access to rodents and pests.