Abstract: There is provided an image processing apparatus where in an additional image storage unit 3, a color additional image is stored into a color image storage unit 4, and a black/white additional image is stored into a black/white image storage unit 5. A color judging unit 2 judges as to whether an input image corresponds to a color image, or a black/white image every page thereof. Based upon the judgment result of the color judging unit 2, an image synthesizing unit 6 adds the color additional image stored in the color image storage unit 4 to the input image when the input image is the color image, and adds the black/white additional image stored in the black/white image storage unit 5 in the input image when the input image is the black/white image. Then, the image synthesizing unit 6 outputs the resulting image synthesized with the additional image.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer-readable storage medium, and including a method for providing content. The method comprises receiving a first login request from a first device used by a user, the request being associated with a first anonymous identifier associated with the first device, and determining a user tag for the user, that does not include any personally identifiable information associated with the user. The method further comprises receiving a second login request from a second different device used by the user, the request being associated with a second different anonymous identifier associated with the second different device, and storing an association between the user tag, the first anonymous identifier and the second different anonymous identifier. The method further comprises receiving a request for content from either the first or second different device and providing content in response to the request using the association.

Abstract: A shovel includes a continuously curved blade comprising a curved central portion that extends from a first cutting edge to a second cutting edge and a first curved wing and a second curved wing disposed along a curved central portion. The shovel also includes a base operably coupled to the continuously curved blade and comprising a first side wall coupled to a concave surface of the first curved wing, a second side wall spaced from the first side wall and coupled to a concave surface of the second curved wing, and a third side wall coupled to the curved central portion, wherein the third side wall extends from the first side wall and the second side wall toward the first cutting edge.

Abstract: A core recovery vehicle for recovering cores from turf which includes an elongated chassis having elongated sides and a front and a back. 1st and 2nd V-shaped wipers are carried on the chassis in a substantially horizontal orientation proximate to the front of the core recovery vehicle whereby the 1st and 2nd V-shaped wipers funnel cores from an open front to an apex opening of each V-shaped wiper; and 1st and 2nd elevators substantially aligned respectively with the apex opening of the 1st and 2nd V-shaped wipers, the 1st and 2nd elevators are substantially aligned with and have substantially all major parts thereof coincident respectively with 1st and 2nd substantially vertical virtual parallel spaced apart planes substantially aligned with the major axis of the chassis.

Abstract: A method for distributing delivered crop during a spreading operation includes providing an agricultural utility machine and a spreading tool movably mounted thereto, automatically controlling a motion of the spreading tool, and spreading crop by the spreading tool.

Abstract: A dust restrictor is provided for eliminating dust and dirt accumulation between surfaces. The dust restrictor includes at least one dust restricting element and an attachment mechanism. The dust restricting element is disposed in a dust accumulating area of an arrangement. The attachment mechanism is provided for fixing each of the dust restricting elements to the dust accumulating area.

Abstract: A seed metering system, for use on a row crop planter, selects individual seeds from a seed reservoir and dispenses the seeds singularly at a controlled rate. A direct drive seed metering system includes a seed disc having a plurality of suction apertures with a recessed pocket adjacent to an aperture. The recessed pockets act to agitate seeds in the seed reservoir and to direct seed flow towards the apertures. A seed path relief system aids the placement of the seeds such that they are released from an outer edge of the seed disc. An adjustable seed singulator is mounted adjacent to the face of the seed disc where inner and outer blades are adjusted radially to compensate for the singulation of various seed sizes and shapes. The seed disc is driven via engagement of an internal gear with the external gear of an independent drive motor.

Abstract: A laterally movable carrier is associated with a row frame. The carrier is connected to a frame member, an opener, a first outlet and a second outlet to allow for dynamically variable adjustment of the lateral separation between a first row of planted seed and a second row of planted seed, where the first row of seed is adjacent to the second row of seed.

Abstract: An electric mower of the battery-operated type has at least one cutting blade, an electric motor for driving the cutting blade, and an electronic piloting unit for the electric motor. At least one optical sensor is deposited upstream of the cutting blade. The optical sensor is configured to deliver; as the mower advances, at least one predictive signal of a quantity of plants to be cut. The electronic piloting unit is configured to establish an optimum rotation speed of the drive motor of the cutting blade, of said predictive signal of the optical sensor, and of a speed of advance of the mower. The method and apparatus are applicable at least to walk-behind mowers.

Abstract: A header is supported by a pair of hydraulic float cylinders, where a float pressure to the cylinders is directly controlled by an electronic control supplying a variable control signal to a PPRR valve arrangement to maintain the float pressure at a predetermined value. At the set pressure a predetermined lifting force is provided to the header. A position sensor is used to generate an indication of movement and/or acceleration and/or velocity. The electronic control is arranged, in response to changes in the sensor signal, to temporarily change the control signal to vary the lifting force and thus change the dynamic response of the hydraulic float cylinder. A lift force greater than that required to lift the header can be provided by a lift cylinder and can be opposed in a controlled manner to apply a controlled downforce by the back of the same cylinder or by a separate component.

Abstract: An agricultural harvesting head comprises a frame that supports a cutter configured to cut an agricultural product. The agricultural harvesting head also comprises a set of laterally extending and forward tilted feeding tracks that guide the cut agricultural product to a center of the agricultural harvesting head. The set of feeding tracks comprise a base web of elastomer-impregnated fabric, elongated cleats that extend upward from the base web and extend across substantially the entire width of the base web and a plurality of textured protrusions that extend upward from the web between adjacent elongate cleats. The textured protrusions protrude upward from the base web a distance sufficient to catch and hold grain rolling downhill in a direction perpendicular to the direction of travel of the feeding track and extend over substantially the entire width of the base web.

Abstract: A compost turning apparatus may include a towable mobile base being elongated in a longitudinal direction and having a lateral direction. The mobile base may comprise a frame, a tongue mounted on the frame, one or more transport wheels mountable in a transport setup and an operational setup, one or more support wheels mounted on the frame, and a drive wheel mounted on the frame. The apparatus may also include a rotor mounted on the mobile base to rotate about an axis oriented substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the mobile base. The rotor may have a plurality of paddles arranged in circumferential rows, with various paddle positions and paddle orientations.

Abstract: A bale forming device forms a bale in a bale forming chamber surrounded by a casing. A discharge gate actuator moves a discharge gate from a closed position into an opened position. The formed bale is ejected out of the casing and drops onto a ramp. A ramp sensor detects the bale dropping onto the ramp and triggers the discharge gate actuator to stop opening the discharge gate.

Abstract: A plant propagation apparatus and associated methods are disclosed for automating and optimizing the process of cutting, scraping and applying rooting hormone to plant stems. In at least one embodiment, a housing provides an at least one substantially tubular-shaped receiver sized and configured for removably receiving a plant stem therewithin. An at least one blade is positioned within the housing and configured for cutting the plant stem at a desired angle. An at least one pump outlet is positioned within the at least one receiver and configured for selectively administering a volume of rooting hormone to the plant stem. An at least one abrasive surface is positioned within the at least one receiver and configured for scraping an outer surface of the plant stem, as the plant stem is removed from the receiver.

Abstract: Systems and methods for plant phenotyping using mechanical manipulation are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method for plant phenotyping includes: agitating a plant with an agitator; acquiring images of the plant with a camera while agitating the plant; and analyzing the images of the plant to determine properties of the plant. The plant may be at least partially agitated at a resonance frequency of oscillation of a stalk of the plant.

Abstract: A seedling nursery member for grafting according to an aspect of the present disclosure includes at least one seedling nursery unit. At least one seedling nursery unit includes a seed storage section configured to store a seed of a plant and have a space for the plant to germinate, a stem storage section configured to store a stem of the plant that has germinated and elongated, and a stem holder configured to hold the elongated stem of the plant. At least a portion of the seed storage section of at least one seedling nursery unit is configured to be openable to the outside of at least one seedling nursery unit. At least a portion of the stem storage section of at least one seedling nursery unit is configured to be openable to the outside of at least one seedling nursery unit.

Abstract: A system and method provide a foundation for a plant during growth and transportation.

Abstract: A screen installation comprising a screen cloth assembly (22) with a screen cloth (7) and at least one flat strip (21) fastened to the screen cloth, as well as screen sections (8, 18), to opposite edges of the screen cloth, at least one screen section of which has an undercut chamber (20) and a longitudinal opening (23) that opens into this chamber, wherein the strip is accommodated in the chamber of the at least one screen section so that the screen cloth fastened to it can extend outwards from it through the longitudinal opening of the screen section. The strip (21) is fastened at a distance from the adjacent free edge of the screen cloth (7) in the form of a free screen cloth flap (19). The screen cloth flap extends from the strip and via the longitudinal opening (23) of the at least one screen section (8, 18) outwards from it.

Abstract: Fabrics suitable for a wide variety of uses, including coverage of crops, crop planting sites, or both, are disclosed. The fabrics may comprise at least one spunbond layer comprising filaments including a filler. The at least one spunbond layer may comprise a basis weight of least about 12 grams-per-meter-squared and the at least one spunbond layer may comprise an average transmittance value within the photosynthetic active radiation (PAR) across wavelengths 400 nm to 700 nm comprising about 37% or less. Methods of enhancing crop growth are also disclosed.

Abstract: A system for building a reconfigurable trellis includes at least one slidable pole connector configured to slide along a pole having either a circular or rectangular cross-section. The slidable pole connector includes a first portion configured to slide along a first pole and a second portion extending perpendicularly from the first portion and configured to receive an end of a second pole. The first portion may be in the form of a sleeve, which may be unitary or may include two detachably connected parts. A tightening mechanism may be provided to secure the first portion against the first pole and to prevent further sliding of the first portion when the connector is in a desired position. Several slidable pole connectors may be used with one another and with strand or rope connectors to secure a plurality of vertical poles, horizontal poles, and ropes, cables, strings, or or wires to one another in a variety of adjustable configurations.

Abstract: A method for culturing a microbial or cellular seed culture includes positioning a first flexible bag within a chamber of a first retainer, the first retainer being secured to a mixer table. A culture is produced within a compartment of the flexible bag, the culture comprising a growth media and a microbial or cellular starter culture added thereto. The mixer table is activated so that the culture is mixed within the compartment of the first flexible bag while the microbes or cells of the culture grow, the culture having a maximum volume of less than 10 liters.

Abstract: A modular system includes a hub and a set of modules removably coupled to the hub. The modules are physically coupled to the frame relative to each other so that each module can operate with respect to a different row of a field. An individual module includes a sensor for capturing field measurement data of individual plants along a row as the modular system moves through the geographic region. An individual module further includes a treatment mechanism for applying a treatment to the individual plants of the row based on the field measurement data before the modular system passes by the individual plants. An individual module further includes a computing device that determines the treatment based on the field measurement data and communicates data to the hub. The hub is communicatively coupled to the modules, so that it may exchange data between the modules and with a remote computing system.

Abstract: A valve control assembly for a watering system including a decoder unit and provided with valve control outputs, a solenoid releasably attachable to a valve. The decoder unit is arranged in a substantially cylindrical shaped decoder body having a central axis. The solenoid is arranged in a substantially cylindrical solenoid housing. The decoder body and the solenoid housing are releasably attachable together so that in attached position their axes fall in the same line and their edges along which they are united have respective conforming recesses that are fitted together and prevent angular displacement. In the interior of the decoder body and the solenoid housing in the connection zone a hollow space is defined. Control wires connect the decoder unit, with the solenoid are placed in the hollow space. The control wires having a length to permit dis-assembly and replacement of any of the decoder unit and the solenoid.

Abstract: A watering assembly is provided. The watering assembly includes a reservoir body, a support assembly, a wicking assembly, and an inlet assembly. The reservoir body defines an enclosed space. The support assembly is structured to support soil. The support assembly is coupled to the reservoir body. The wicking assembly includes a number of wicking elements; the wicking elements are coupled to at least one of the reservoir body or support assembly. The wicking elements extend from the reservoir enclosed space to a location outside the reservoir enclosed space. The inlet assembly is coupled to the reservoir body and structured to provide fluid communication from a location outside the reservoir enclosed space to the reservoir enclosed space. When the reservoir body, the support assembly, the wicking assembly and the inlet assembly are assembled, the reservoir body, the support assembly, the wicking assembly and the inlet assembly form a contained watering assembly.

Abstract: A plant watering device. The plant watering device includes an outer container having a plurality of apertures on a lower portion of a first sidewall, an inner container having a second sidewall defining and open upper end and an open lower end, wherein the second sidewall of the inner container is secured to an interior surface of the first sidewall of the outer container via a fastener; and an apron encircling an outer side of the first sidewall. The plant watering device is securable to the ground via a stake. In use, water is poured into the inner container, flows through the open lower end of the inner container to the outer container interior volume, and then exits the apertures of the outer container. This allows the water to gently diffuse around an area where a plant is planted, while the apron prevents soil erosion and damage to the plant.

Abstract: A hydroponic produce display apparatus for in-store and market display of plants. The hydroponic produce display apparatus includes a basin for holding a volume of liquid with an opening formed in the basin. A hydroponic container having a first end and a second end with the first end of the hydroponic container cooperating with the opening in the basin, and the plants growing within the hydroponic containers. An irrigation mechanism moves liquid from the basin to the second end of the hydroponic container wherein harvested hydroponic containers are exchanged with harvested containers.

Abstract: The invention provides a marker related to quantitative traits of a Gramineae plant, and in particular, stalk length. Such Gramineae stalk-length-related marker comprises a continuous nucleic acid region selected from a region sandwiched between the nucleotide sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 1 and the nucleotide sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 2 of a chromosome of the Gramineae plant.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated XW16G, the plants and seeds of wheat variety XW16G, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety XW16G with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety XW16G with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety XW16G are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety XW16G and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated YW16H, the plants and seeds of wheat variety YW16H, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety YW16H with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety YW16H with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety YW16H are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety YW16H and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated YW16J, the plants and seeds of wheat variety YW16J, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety YW16J with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety YW16J with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety YW16J are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety YW16J and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 87352527 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 87352527, to the plants of soybean cultivar 87352527, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 87352527, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 87352527. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 87352527. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 87352527, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 87352527 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel watermelon line 51WA009 and plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom. The invention also provides methods for producing a watermelon plant by crossing the watermelon plants of the invention with themselves or another watermelon plant. The invention also provides watermelon plants produced from such a crossing as well as plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom. Further provided are methods of producing triploid watermelon seed and plants and seedless watermelon fruit produced therefrom as well as the triploid watermelon seed and plants and the seedless fruits produced by such methods.

Abstract: Provided is a canola variety designated 45CM39 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof produced from a cross of inbred varieties. Methods for producing a canola variety comprise crossing canola variety 45CM39 with another canola plant. Methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 45CM39 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Canola variety 45CM39, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, plant parts and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of canola variety 45CM39 are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided is a canola variety designated PV 591 GCS and seed, plants and plant parts thereof produced from a cross of inbred varieties. Methods for producing a canola variety comprise crossing canola variety PV 591 GCS with another canola plant. Methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PV 591 GCS through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Canola variety PV 591 GCS, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, plant parts and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of canola variety PV 591 GCS are disclosed.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated W080385C1, the plants and seeds of wheat variety W080385C1, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety W080385C1 with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety W080385C1 with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety W080385C1 are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety W080385C1 and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated 6PFBY86B, the plants and seeds of wheat variety 6PFBY86B, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety 6PFBY86B with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 6PFBY86B with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety 6PFBY86B are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety 6PFBY86B and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated 6PGEL62B, the plants and seeds of wheat variety 6PGEL62B, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety 6PGEL62B with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 6PGEL62B with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety 6PGEL62B are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety 6PGEL62B and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 63111410 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 63111410, to the plants of soybean cultivar 63111410, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 63111410, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 63111410. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 63111410. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 63111410, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 63111410 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 76152404 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 76152404, to the plants of soybean cultivar 76152404, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 76152404, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 76152404. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 76152404. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 76152404, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 76152404 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01067827. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01067827. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01067827 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01067827 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01068163. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01068163. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01068163 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01068163 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 86331141 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 86331141, to the plants of soybean cultivar 86331141, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 86331141, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 86331141. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 86331141. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 86331141, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 86331141 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 80411617 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 80411617, to the plants of soybean cultivar 80411617, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 80411617, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 80411617. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 80411617. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 80411617, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 80411617 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A milking system includes several milking devices, each having a milk-carrying part, a temporary milk storage vessel, a milk pipe system, a milk storage tank, and a main milk pipe, which connects the temporary milk storage vessel to the milk storage tank. The milking system includes a first cleaning device having at least one first cleaning liquid supply and at least a pump, which cleaning device is configured to clean at least the milk-carrying part of at least one milking device and a part of the milk pipe system which connects the milk-carrying part to the temporary milk storage vessel, by transferring cleaning liquid from the cleaning liquid supply through at least the milk-carrying part of the at least one milking device and through said part of the milk pipe system to the temporary milk storage vessel by pumping. The temporary milk storage vessel includes a main pump for transferring liquid from the temporary milk storage vessel through the main milk pipe in the direction of the milk storage tank.

Abstract: Free stall systems having free stall units arranged in a substantially parallel relationship having coated rail members. The coated rail members comprising an elongated fiberglass material manufactured by grinding a starting fiberglass material prior to a coating being applied. The starting fiberglass material can be reclaimed and reused from other industries such that the fiberglass material may be cut to remove unwanted metal end portions and/or cut to a desired size prior to the grinding and coating steps. The coated fiberglass material can be coated with a UV-resistant material or other coating to maintain the longevity of the fiberglass member during its use. The coated fiberglass apparatus may be utilized in free stall systems, gates, fencing materials and other applications where a solid fiberglass rod or hollow fiberglass tube having a desired coating is desired.

Abstract: An absorbent sheet 10 for pets comprises: a liquid-permeable top sheet 12; a liquid-impermeable back sheet 14; an absorbent core provided between the top sheet 12 and the back sheet 14; and a colored area visually recognizable from a top sheet side. An antimicrobial and/or a bacteriostat is provided on the top sheet side relative to the absorbent core.

Abstract: A pet carrying backpack is provided and includes a backpack body having a bottom panel, a front panel, a rear panel, a right-side panel, and a left-side panel that collectively form an interior compartment. The backpack body also has a top portion with a collar that forms an opening through which a head of an animal disposed within the interior may protrude. The collar may be stretchable. Paw holes are disposed on a front of the backpack body which accommodate paws or legs of the animal. Shoulder straps are disposed on and extend from the front panel. A pet carrying platform is disposed on or within the bottom panel. The pet carrying platform includes a frame member and a pad member.

Abstract: An improved drip preventing container for dispensing limited amounts of a liquid to an animal which is adaptable for use with animals, such as dogs, having breeds of different sizes. The drip preventing container for dispensing limited amounts of a liquid to an animal generally comprises a top portion which can be configured to be useful for different sized animals and is constructed and arranged to engage a bottom portion. The drip preventing container further contains an animal access chamber constructed and arranged to prevent large amounts of water from being stored within the chamber and for reducing splashing water from exiting the device while the animal is drinking.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a livestock grooming article and method of forming same are disclosed. The livestock grooming article includes a handle extending along a handle axis, and a head extending along a head axis and connected to the handle. The head includes a body including a first major surface and a second major surface, and a back slidably connected to the first major surface of the body. The back includes a first major surface and a second major surface, where the first major surface of the back faces the first major surface of the body when the back is connected to the head. The head also includes a bristle extending through the body and beyond the second major surface of the body.

Abstract: Various apparatus and associated methods involve a light source that provides light at wavelengths that substantially correlate to local maxima in the spectral sensitivity of a diurnal avian. In an illustrative example, the light source may output light primarily in wavelength bands that are not substantially absorbed by colored oil droplets and/or visual pigment in at least one type of cone in the eye of a diurnal avian. In some embodiments, the light source may include a light-emitting diode (LED) light source. Exemplary light sources may output spectral components to illuminate diurnal avians with local maxima of intensity at wavelengths that substantially correspond to local maxima in a spectral sensitivity visual response characteristic of the diurnal avians.