Abstract: A carrier framework relates to the field of carriers. The carrier framework includes: two support frames arranged opposite to each other; a first connecting assembly including two ends connected to first ends of the two support frames respectively; and a second connecting assembly including two ends connected to second ends of the two support frames respectively. Since the first connecting assembly is detachably connected to the two support frames, and the second connecting assembly is rotatably connected to the two support frames, when the carrier framework is required to be folded and stored, the first connecting assembly can be slid rightwards to separate upper ends of the two support frames, and then, the second connecting assembly is folded to fold the two support frames for storage, further reducing a storage space of the carrier framework.

Abstract: A cap-shaped tent and a mosquito net are provided. A storage package structure is improved so that the setting-up and breaking-down of a tent can be carried out easily and rapidly as compared with the existing structure and the concern of losing the storage package can be reduced. In addition, because the storage package can be utilized as a peripheral bottom mat for the tent, issues caused when the mat is separately provided can be addressed. A folding structure of the tent is improved so that the breaking-down of the tent can be carried out rapidly, and the tent can be rapidly and easily put into the improved storage package, so that convenience in use can be improved. The support structure for the tent is improved so that the setting-up and breaking-down of the tent can be carried out easily and rapidly while ensuring and maintaining a sufficient support force.

Abstract: A land-based ungulate recovery support and stabilization system includes at least one fall control unit mounted in a recovery space and coupled to a harness via at least one rope. The at least one fall control unit provides means for applying brake force(s) to a land-based hoofed animal, such as a horse, fitted in the harness to manage motion of the animal. By managing motion, an uncontrolled fall, a stagger, and other jerking motions can be avoided to prevent injury.

Abstract: A fishing lure includes: an elongated lure body that includes a chamber with an open end; and a ballast moveably inserted in the chamber. The ballast can be selectively manipulated to assume different positions along a length of the chamber to tailor a buoyancy of the fishing lure to accommodate different fishing conditions. The elongated lure body can include multiple sections, with each section resembling a different portion of an organism which certain species of fish treat as prey. The respective sections of the elongated body can be pivotally connected so that the fishing lure mimics the movement of the organism which the fishing lure is intended to mimic as the fishing lure is pulled through a body of water.

Abstract: A quick installation structure for a sunroom and a sunroom are provided, where the quick installation structure includes: a connecting rod; a crossbeam providing with a first connecting unit and a second connecting unit; a connector connected to the connecting rod and including a locking portion, a pushing portion, and an actuating portion. The pushing portion matches with the locking portion, the actuating portion is connected to the locking portion and controls its movement. The locking portion is subjected by the pushing portion during movement and switches between a first state and a second state; the first connecting unit and the second connecting unit are extended to two sides of the crossbeam, both the first connecting unit and the second connecting unit include a connecting portion, which includes a first wall portion and a second wall portion.

Abstract: A gutter system for use in a hydroponic system for cultivating a crop includes a gutter and an upper surface. Arranged in the upper surface are a plurality of openings which are mutually separated in a longitudinal direction of the gutter, such that the gutter forms a channel in which substrates for having crop units of the crop grow therein are placeable via the openings. The upper surface is provided at the position of each of the plurality of openings with a flange which extends substantially perpendicularly relative to the upper surface from an edge of the opening and as such forms a stop for a respective substrate of the substrates.

Abstract: An articulable multi-arm plant support including at least some of a support hub having a hub core, wherein one or more hub arms extend from the hub core, wherein at least one hub arm aperture is formed through a first hub arm sidewall and a second hub arm sidewall of each hub arm; and at least one support arm associated with each hub arm, wherein at least one arm projection extends from each support arm, wherein at least one support arm aperture is formed through each support arm, and wherein a portion of at least one of the support arms is positioned such that a pivot pin is positionable thorough the first hub arm aperture, through the support arm aperture, and through the second hub arm aperture to pivotably attach or couple a support arm to one of the hub arms.

Abstract: A dog walking bag includes a central waste-holding compartment that is accessible from openings at the top end and bottom end of the compartment. The dog walking bag further includes a top flap, removably covering the top opening, and a bottom flap, removably covering the bottom opening. When using dog walking bag, a user deposits plastic waste bags containing animal waste (hereinafter “full waste bags”) into the central waste-holding compartment through the top opening. When a time arrives to empty the central waste-holding compartment of full waste bags, the bottom flap is manipulated to uncover the bottom opening, allowing the full waste bags to fall out of the central waste-holding compartment by force of gravity. In this way, a user is able to empty the central waste-holding compartment of full waste bags without having to touch or manually handle the full waste bags during the emptying process.

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: 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: 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 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.