Abstract: Provided is a rotary tillage, sowing, ditching and pressing compound operation machine, including a fertilization and sowing device (2), an intermediate rotary tillage and ditching device (4), a frame (1), a liftable ditcher (3), and a multi-stage press wheel device (5). The multi-stage press wheel device (5) includes a front press wheel (51) and a rear press wheel (52). The front press wheel (51) includes a front press roller shaft (511), front press rollers (512), and connecting rods (514). The rear press wheel (52) includes a connecting plate (521), a rear press roller shaft (523), and a rear press roller (524). A first end of the connecting plate (521) is connected to the rear press roller shaft (523) by a support, and the connecting plate (521) is connected to the frame (1) in a manner of a sliding pair. The rear press roller (524) is mounted on the rear press roller shaft (523) in a manner of a revolving pair, and the rear press roller (524) is located behind the liftable ditcher (3).

Abstract: A draft force imposed upon a tractor by a ground engaging member of an implement attached with the tractor is controlled. A signal in a drivetrain of the tractor is detected, wherein the signal may be an electrical signal such as a voltage or current signal representative of a sensed draft force imposed upon the tractor by the ground engaging member of the implement attached with the tractor. The detected drivetrain signal may also be a data signal representative of the sensed draft force. The sensed signal representative of the sensed draft force is compared with a desired draft force. An output signal is generated based on a difference between the sensed current representative of the sensed draft force and the desired draft force. The generated output signal may be used to effect a vertical movement of the ground engaging member of the implement relative to the ground.

Abstract: A method is provided in which a particularly good agricultural work result is achieved upon use both at the same location and also at other locations for one or multiple agricultural working machines, which may be one or multiple harvesting machines.

Abstract: An agricultural system for monitoring field conditions of a field after an agricultural operation in the field includes an agricultural implement having a frame and ground-engaging tools supported on the frame, with the ground-engaging tools being configured to engage the field during the agricultural operation. The agricultural system further includes a sensor supported on the agricultural implement, where the sensor has a field of view directed towards an aft portion of the field disposed rearward of the agricultural implement relative to a direction of travel, with the sensor being configured to generate data indicative of a field condition associated with the aft portion of the field. Additionally, the agricultural system includes an actuator configured to selectively move the sensor relative to the agricultural implement such that the field of view of the sensor moves along the direction of travel relative to an aft end of the agricultural implement.

Abstract: A system for crop detection and/or analysis can include a set of sensors; a plurality of Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs); a computing system; a housing; and a set of thermal components. Additionally or alternatively, the system can include any other suitable components. A method for crop detection and/or analysis can include any or all of: activating a set of lighting elements; collecting a set of images; and processing the set of images. Additionally or alternatively, the method can include any or all of: actuating and/or otherwise activating a set of implements; training and/or updating (e.g., retraining) a set of models used in processing the set of images; and/or any other suitable processes.

Abstract: An electrically operated agricultural planting implement is used with an agricultural vehicle. The planting implement may include a generator to generate electric power to power electronic components located on the row units of the planting implement as well as to power other functionality of the planting implement such as lifting and/or pivoting. Operating the planting implement via electric power rather than hydraulic power eliminates the need for hydraulic plumbing. A wireless data communication and control system is used with an agricultural planting implement and an agricultural vehicle. The system provides for bidirectional data communication and control between a control unit and the planting implement. The system eliminates the need for wiring and also provides the ability to communicate with and control the planting implement remotely. A user can wirelessly and remotely control the planting implement by inputting commands into the control unit.

Abstract: A method for determining a sowing row direction (4) is provided. The method comprises providing location data for at least one location of interest (5), the at least one location of interest (5) being located within an agricultural field (2). The method further comprises providing a sowing row information map (1; 6; 8), the sowing row information map (1; 6; 8) comprising information on the sowing rows (7) of the agricultural field (2) with a sub-field resolution. Finally, the method comprises identifying the sowing row direction (4) at the at least one location of interest (5) based on the sowing row information map (1; 6; 8). Further, a system (14) for determining a sowing row direction (4), a computer program element, a computer readable medium and a system (10) for generating a processed sowing row information map (6; 8) from a sowing track map (1) are provided.

Abstract: Systems and methods for optimizing a travel speed of a mobile agricultural machine provide for detecting one or more job quality characteristic values, detecting a travel speed of the mobile agricultural machine, determining an optimal travel speed for the mobile agricultural machine based on the one or more job quality characteristic values and a job quality characteristic threshold value for each of the one or more job quality characteristic values, and generating a control signal based on the determined optimal travel speed for the mobile agricultural machine and the detected travel speed of the mobile agricultural machine.

Abstract: An agriculture planter includes a planter frame, a seed hopper, and a trailing arm assembly. The planter frame may include a hitch tongue extending forwardly from the planter frame. The trailing arm assembly may be coupled to a rear portion of the planter frame via a parallel linkage and extend rearward from the planter frame, and include separate but adjustable trailing arm assemblies for the opening implements and the closing implements.

Abstract: Furrows can be opened in a field. Seeds can be delivered to the furrows in the field at different locations in the field. The locations of the seeds in the field can be identified using different types of processing. The different types of process can include event-based processing or frequency-based processing. A material is applied to the field, based upon the seed locations.

Abstract: An air-material mixing and spraying actuator, which relates to the field of devices for spraying materials to deep soil. The actuator includes a material mixing and spraying pipe, a material temporary storage assembly, a second material supply assembly and a compressed air supply assembly, where a material discharge outlet is provided at one end of the material mixing and spraying pipe; the material temporary storage assembly is disposed at one end of the material mixing and spraying pipe to temporarily store materials; the second material supply assembly communicates with the material temporary storage assembly and sends materials to the material temporary storage assembly; and the compressed air supply assembly communicates with the material temporary storage assembly and provides high-pressure air that bursts the soil to form cracks or achieve an uplift effect, and spray the materials temporarily stored to the cracks in cooperation with the material temporary storage assembly.

Abstract: A self-propelled agricultural harvester machine comprising a machine frame, a plurality of ground engaging units for supporting the machine frame from a ground surface, a header assembly for harvesting stalked crops, the header assembly being supported from the machine frame so that the header assembly can be raised, lowered, and tilted relative to the machine frame, at least a first sensor configured to sense at least an orientation of the stalked crops in a path of the agricultural harvester machine, the first sensor configured to output a crop orientation signal, and a controller configured to receive the crop orientation signal from the first sensor and to regulate a header assembly angle relative to the machine frame at least in part in response to the crop orientation signal.

Abstract: During harvesting operations, the operator of an agricultural harvester must generally monitor various operating parameters of the harvester. However, such monitoring of operating parameters can direct the focus of the operator away from the harvesting operation, thereby leading to harvesting inefficiency, harvesting losses, and operator strain and fatigue. This may, in turn, distract the operator from the harvesting operation. Therefore, the agricultural harvester may include a light-emitting device positioned within a field of view of an operator of the agricultural harvester when the operator is viewing unloading operations. The light-emitting device may provide an indication of a fill level of the harvester storage compartment and/or an unloading rate of the harvested material from the storage compartment.

Abstract: An automation system is configured to automatically adjust an operational setting of an agricultural vehicle while performing an operation in a field in order to adjust an operational output parameter of the agricultural vehicle. A method of training the automation system comprises receiving operational information including at least a location of the agricultural vehicle and georeferenced field information. The method further comprises, based on the location of the agricultural vehicle and the georeferenced field information, deciding to run a training sequence. The training sequence comprises measuring the operational output parameter, changing the operational setting, monitoring a subsequent change of the operational output parameter, and updating the automation system based on the changing of the operational setting and the subsequent change of the operational parameter.

Abstract: An agricultural system for monitoring throughput of a feeder configured for use with a harvester performing a harvesting operation within a field may include a feeder housing and a feed assembly configured to direct a first flow of harvested materials and a second flow of harvested materials through the feeder. The agricultural system may further include a first sensor configured to generate first data indicative of the first flow of harvested materials through a first lateral section of the feeder. Similarly, the agricultural system may include a second sensor configured to generate second data indicative of the second flow of harvested materials through a second lateral section of the feeder. Additionally, the agricultural system may include a computing system configured to determine whether the harvester is on-row based at least in part on the first data and the second data.

Abstract: A dual-channel combine harvester suitable for strip-like compound planted soybeans and corns and a method thereof are provided. The combine harvester includes a mobile harvester body and a combine cutting table portion installed on the mobile harvester body. The combine cutting table portion include a main bracket which is provided with a soybean cutting table and a corn picking table. The main bracket is rotatably installed on the mobile harvester body, and a first angle adjusting mechanism is installed between the main bracket and the mobile harvester body. The soybean cutting table is provided with a first bracket fixed with respect to the main bracket. The corn picking table includes a second bracket which is rotatably installed with respect to the main bracket, and a second angle adjusting mechanism is arranged between the second bracket and the main bracket.

Abstract: It comprises a frame (5) capable of being attached to and drawn by a tractor, a bale bundling chamber (4) disposed on the frame (5) to form a pack (3) of bales (2) disposed vertically in a longitudinal direction (“Y”) of the pack (3), a pushing device (13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18) disposed to insert bales (2) into the bundling chamber (4), a platform (19) for lifting bales mounted vertically displaceable inside the bundling chamber (4), and retaining means (21) for retaining bales (2) in the upper position. It is characterized in that the pushing device (13) comprises a compressing surface (13a) adapted to apply on a layer (20) of bales (2) an active compression force in a transverse direction (“X”) of the pack (3), inside the bundling chamber (4), so that the compressing surface (13a) applies the active compression force on the layer (20) of bales (2), while the lifting platform vertically moves the layer (20) in the internal space of the bundling chamber (4).

Abstract: The present invention inter alia discloses an environmentally friendly, and optionally either edible or allowed to be in contact with food, baling materials, methods of its production and use, and a baler utilizing environmentally friendly binding materials for baling. The invention defines the baling materials in both chemical and physical manners. The present invention further discloses means and method for protecting the environment.

Abstract: A plant injection system includes an injection tool configured to penetrate a plant and distribute a liquid formulation to the plant. The injection tool includes a base having an inlet port and a penetrating distribution body extending along a longitudinal body axis. The penetrating distribution body includes a penetrating element and one or more distribution ports in communication with the inlet port. The one or more distribution ports are spaced from the penetrating element. The injection tool includes penetrating and distribution configurations. In the penetrating configuration the penetrating element is configured to penetrate the plant along the longitudinal body axis. In the distribution configuration the one or more distribution ports are configured to distribute the liquid formulation to the plant transversely relative to one or more penetrating directions, at least one of the penetrating directions corresponding to the longitudinal body axis.

Abstract: Disclosed are vertical garden systems for growing and developing plants on substantially vertical or inclined wall segments, wherein said garden systems comprise a plurality of mounting panels that can be mounted, dismounted, opened and closed independently of each other, so that it is possible to generate inspection areas of the wall segment without the need to dismount the mounting panels. Such vertical garden systems can be easily installed without substantially damaging the wall segment. An irrigation system and a monitoring system for the vertical garden system with high efficiency in water consumption and low operating and maintenance costs are also envisaged. Methods of mounting and dismounting the mounting panels in the vertical garden system are also disclosed.

Abstract: System for the cultivation of photosynthetic living organisms, such as plants (5), comprising a support structure for a plurality of shelves (1, 2) on which to cultivate said plants (5), said shelves (1, 2) being positioned one above the other, along a vertical axis, so as to identify a space (100, 110) interposed between the upper face of a shelf and the lower face of the overlying shelf, which space (100, 110) is adapted to cultivate the plants. A light (A. B. C) capture device (3) of a light source is provided, which capture device (3) is positioned above the highest shelf (1), there being transmission means of the light (A. B. C) connected to said capture device (3), which transmission means are configured for the transmission of the light (A. B. C) from the highest shelf (1) to the lower shelves, said activation/inactivation means of said capture device (3) and of said transmission means being provided.

Abstract: A system with rotational guide rails for the protection of an orchard from weather conditions, consisting of a row of columns (1,2), so that at the top of each column (1,2) a pivoting arm (6,7) is rotationally connected by its middle. Over the pivoting arms (6,7), a rectangular cover is placed (10) in the form of a net or a foil, and through its middle section, the cover has a sliding connection to the middle cable (9) run through the columns (1,2), whereas the longer edges have a sliding connection to end cables (8). At the ends of pivoting arms (6,7), rotational guide rails (11) are placed, consisting of a stud screw (13) so that the upper end of the screw (13) is firmly tied to the cable (8), and the lower end of the screw (13) is rotationally connected to the end of a pivoting arm (6,7). The connection between the upper end of the screw (13) and the cable (8) is placed in a cylindrical casing (12) or a cap (12.a) which prevents it from coming into contact with the cover (10).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protective covering for grapevines to mitigate smoke taint by filtering particles that may affect the grapes. The protective covering: comprises a microporous activated carbon material that is capable of being arranged by a user to cover at least a portion of the grapevine; and an attachment means for securing the activated carbon material to, or about, at least the portion of the grapevine.

Abstract: The system (100) comprises a modular agricultural irrigation pivot-like device (101) positioned on an agricultural field (200) in the cultivation of a crop (202a), the device (101) comprising artificial lighting sources (10a, 10b, 10c, 10d, 10e) arranged along the irrigation pivot device (101) at a predetermined distance above the aerial parts of the crop, comprising LEDs, and a plurality of energy sources that feed a plurality of artificial lighting sources, a processor in communication with a dimerizer and/or polarizer of artificial lighting sources and with power sources, wherein a processor a) adjusts (501), in the intervals of the electromagnetic spectrum, the balance between the spectral bands emitted by the light-emitting diodes; and b) determines and implements—an irrigation routine (502); and/or—light(s) supplementation routine (503); in which stages a) and b) are determined by a processor different parameters.

Abstract: The invention relates to a station (1) for a self-moving device (2), in particular lawn-care self moving device, comprising at least one support member, in particular wall (14), and at least one canopy part (10), wherein the canopy part extends from the at least one wall (14) and is configured for parking the self-moving device at least partially under the canopy part, wherein the station is provided with a water inlet (15) and water supply device (30) and an electrical power inlet (16) and an electrical supply device (32), the water supply device (30) and the electrical supply device (32) being configured for connecting the self-moving device (2). The invention further relates to a system (3) comprising the station and the self-moving device (2).

Abstract: An agricultural machine applies liquid material to a field. Valve control signals control valves to apply the liquid material. Row pressure on the agricultural machine is sensed to identify when the valve is opened to apply the liquid material. The valve control signals are generated, based on the row pressure, to control the valves to apply the liquid material at a desired location in the field, relative to plant locations in the field.

Abstract: In one or more examples of the present disclosure, irrigation control software is provided for a computerized irrigation system. The irrigation control software may provide various user interfaces capable of allowing users to create, assign, organize, and save facility maintenance-related electronic notes to a remote database or central irrigation server that is accessible by mobile devices of authorized users. The electronic irrigation notes may be linked to one or more sprinklers or geospatial areas within the irrigation system, may be assigned to one or more authorized users, may include text or images descriptive or indicative of an issue or a maintenance task associated therewith, and may be archived to create maintenance log histories to help monitor issues associated with specific sprinklers or geospatial areas.

Abstract: A planting machine, comprising a planting water tank which is opened at the upper surface and covered with a movable cover, and planting cups for planting plants are arranged on the movable cover; a flow hold which is provided on at least one side of the planting water tank, and a lid which is set to close the flow hole; a light group, which is suspended or fixed above the planting water tank; a controller which provides an output port, the light group connect to the output port. Multiple planting water tanks can be spliced through the flow holes to form a complete indoor planting system, which can facilitate users to flexibly arrange and design the connection of the planting water tanks according to the home or furniture settings to achieve adaptation, thereby improving the existing indoor planting system.

Abstract: An internet of things (IoT) based hydroponic farm system is described. The hydroponic farm system includes a cloud server, a plurality of hydroponic farms, and a plurality of user computing stations. The cloud server includes a data distribution service domain that includes data distribution service middleware configured to use a real-time publish-subscribe protocol to wirelessly communicate hydroponic farm information. Each of the hydroponic farms is divided into a plurality of hydroponic plant growing zones that are configured to grow at least one species of plant. Each hydroponic plant growing zone includes a zone controller. A farm controller is assigned to each of the hydroponic farms.

Abstract: An internet of things (IoT) based hydroponic farm system is described. The hydroponic farm system includes a cloud server, a plurality of hydroponic farms, and a plurality of user computing stations. The cloud server includes a data distribution service domain that includes data distribution service middleware configured to use a real-time publish-subscribe protocol to wirelessly communicate hydroponic farm information. Each of the hydroponic farms is divided into a plurality of hydroponic plant growing zones that are configured to grow at least one species of plant. Each hydroponic plant growing zone includes a zone controller. A farm controller is assigned to each of the hydroponic farms.

Abstract: An internet of things (IoT) based hydroponic farm system is described. The hydroponic farm system includes a cloud server, a plurality of hydroponic farms, and a plurality of user computing stations. The cloud server includes a data distribution service domain that includes data distribution service middleware configured to use a real-time publish-subscribe protocol to wirelessly communicate hydroponic farm information. Each of the hydroponic farms is divided into a plurality of hydroponic plant growing zones that are configured to grow at least one species of plant. Each hydroponic plant growing zone includes a zone controller. A farm controller is assigned to each of the hydroponic farms.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are grow systems for developing plants using aeroponic and hydroponic techniques. The grow system includes a frame, lighting supports, and container skirts for positioning growing containers in the grow system. The container skirts simplify methods of installing or removing growing containers from the grow system without using tools, improves container drainage, and captures nutrient solution spillage when containers are removed from the grow system. The configuration of the grow system allows lighting supports and container skirts to horizontally extend past vertical members of the frame which improves access to plants and grow system lighting.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an advancement in a system primarily designed to be used for the cultivation of spirulina. It provides the basic necessities of algae growth, including fresh air exchange, light, and heat. It also monitors environmental variables, including at least temperature and pH. It transmits this information wirelessly via either Bluetooth or WIFI antennas, to an external system for recording and/or monitoring. Information from the sensors may also be used to form a closed feedback loop to control output of the systems controlling the liquid culture.

Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for growing aquatic plants or macroalgae at variable depths in a body of water. The system includes floating upper ring, a submerged lower ring, and one or more cables, ropes, or chains connecting the lower ring to the upper ring. Also disclosed are a self-powered apparatus and a method of growing aquatic plants or macroalgae with depth cycling. The apparatus include a platform, a floating support, one or more winches for a corresponding cable, ropes, or chain, one or more motors configured to operate the one or more winches, and a renewable power source on or by the platform that provides electrical power to each motor.

Abstract: A plant propagation system is provided that includes a holder for holding at least two plants in relative spaced apart relation to enable a predetermined operation (such as, for example, a cutting operation) to be performed on each of the plants within the holder during a single pass.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01091552. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01091552. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01091552 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01091552 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The present invention is directed in part to soybean variety CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to soybean variety CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514, e.g., in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is directed in part to soybean variety CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to soybean variety CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1923017, CL1923048, CL1923819, CL1923940, CL1923860, CL1923072, CL1923908, CL1944752, CL1944558, CL1944786, CL1945742, CL1945662, and/or CL1945514, e.g., in a breeding program.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for simulating one or more eco habitat conditions. The apparatus includes at least one eco capsule unit and an air inlet chamber for receiving air. The eco capsule unit includes a pressurized water driven turbine, a low-pressure vacuum chamber, a pressurized humid air chamber, where the pressurized water driven turbine is configured to receive pressurized water to propel the pressurized water driven turbine, for generating a highly humidified air-water mixture and a pressurized humid air-water vapor by creating turbulence. The vacuum chamber is configured to enable a wind chill simulation and to remove heat from water for generating a water with reduced temperature by controlling the rate of evaporation of water.

Abstract: A potty station provides a top layer, such as artificial grass having perforations therethrough directing fluid to a tray therebelow. The tray directs pee through a drain hole to a tank through hole in the tank. The hole in the tank has a check valve configured to permit the flow of fluid, while preferably retaining odor in the tank.

Abstract: A cat litter box includes a shell assembly, a rotary drum, and a driving assembly. The shell assembly includes a top shell, a middle shell, and a bottom shell arranged in sequence in a vertical direction. An excrement collection compartment is arranged inside the bottom shell. The excrement collection compartment is arranged opposite to the middle shell. The top shell is detachably connected to the middle shell. The middle shell is detachably connected to the bottom shell. A mounting cavity is formed between the top shell and the middle shell. The rotary drum is rotatably arranged in the mounting cavity. The driving assembly is detachably connected to the middle shell, and includes a driving unit. The driving unit is drivingly connected to the rotary drum.

Abstract: A litter box that is portable and collapsible providing ease of traveling with the litter box. The litter box includes a bottom tray and a top enclosure. The bottom tray is a hollow rectangle with a bottom and the top enclosure has two collapsible walls and a roof that covers the bottom tray when in the collapsed position. The litter box top enclosure is erected for the use of the litter box and the top enclosure can be collapsed for travel.

Abstract: A pet cage includes a plurality of side frames defining a containing space; the plurality of side frames at least includes a first side frame, a second side frame and a third side frame; a connecting pore is defined by the first side frame, the second side frame and the third side frame; and the connecting pore is communicated with the containing space. The pet cage further includes coupling assembly, wherein the coupling assembly has an assembled state and a disassembled state. When the coupling assembly is in the disassembled state, the coupling assembly is separable from the connecting pore; and when the coupling assembly is in the assembled state, at least part of the coupling assembly is located in the connecting pore. The first side frame, the second side frame and the third side frame are located and connected together through the coupling assembly.

Abstract: A massaging pet bed assembly for enhancing comfort for a pet while the pet is lying down includes a pet bed that has a recess integrated into the pet bed to facilitate a pet to lie in the recess. A cushion is integrated into the pet bed to facilitate the pet lie on the cushion. A heating element is integrated into the pet bed to heat the pet bed for warming the pet when the pet lies on the pet bed. A vibration unit is integrated into the pet bed and the vibration unit vibrates the pet bed when the vibration unit is turned on to facilitate the pet to enjoy the sensation of vibration when the pet lies on the pet bed.

Abstract: The instant invention provides systems and methods for powered folding and unfolding of panels for a portable corral. An exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes interconnected fence panels, a motor, a drive wheel, hydraulic and/or electrical lines, controls, and a power unit. Generally, the motors and drive wheels are connected to the folded panels and are utilized to unfold said panels to deploy the corral without the need for the operator to physically move the panels. Also included is a lift system for lifting the corral up for transport and lowering the corral to the ground for deployment.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems for implementing a Lubricated Pet Nail Grinder (LPNG). One embodiment takes the form of a LPNG that includes a housing handle, a support portion affixed on a top portion of the housing handle and a through hole extending vertically through the top portion of the housing handle and the bottom portion of the housing handle, a hose extending through the through hole of the housing handle, wherein the hose comprises a connector affixed to a first end of the hose extending through the bottom portion of the housing handle and an actuator affixed to a second end of the hose extending through the top portion of the housing handle, a lubricant, a lubricant source, a cylindrical roller axially mounted on the support portion of the housing handle, a motor mounted within the interior of the housing handle, a nail-pad separator affixed to a rear side of the support portion of the housing handle, and a shield affixed to a font side of the support portion of the housing handle.

Abstract: A livestock motivation device comprising a compressed gas module, elongate tube, and plurality of noise-making tips is disclosed. The user points the elongate tube with noise-making tip, through which compressed gas is passaged, at the livestock. Passage of compressed gas through the noise-making tip generates a motivating sound, and impingement of flowing gas against the livestock's body provides gentle motivation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the technical field of dog training devices, and provides a device and method for controlling interactive perceptual experience in dog training, the device comprising a receiver and a transmitter, wherein the receiver comprises a fixed device, a training output device provided on the fixed device, a first communication module and a first microprocessor, and the transmitter is a hand-held remote-control perceiving device capable of perceiving an operation, and the remote-control perceiving device comprises a housing, a second microprocessor provided on the housing, a second communication module and a perception input module, and the perception input module performs training output operation by means of press strengths or grip strengths with different intensities. The present invention solves the problem that when the existing dog training device is used, the operation is too simple for the dog trainer to perceive the training intensity experienced by the pet dog.

Abstract: A separable chew toy having an internal cavity, which may be used to store an attractant. accessible via an engageable/disengageable clutch mechanism.

Abstract: A wheelchair for quadrupedal animals enables a limb-disabled four-legged animal, with its trunk cradled in the wheelchair's harness, not only to ambulate on its own, but also, upon halting its wheelchair-assisted ambulation, to transition into sitting and prone positions, and from either of those positions, to transition back into a standing position to again ambulate on its own, independently, without need for human manual assistance. The quadrupedal animal wheelchair includes: a quadruped-supporting main frame; the trunk-cradling harness; at least a pair of wheel stays carrying wheels; a control unit; a wheel-state sensor; and drive mechanisms for altering the position of the wheels in the wheel stays. Analyzing wheel state input from the sensor, the control unit determines wheel position, and commands the drive mechanisms to alter the wheel positions so as to transition the wheelchair into and back from positions allowing the animal to sit, lie prone, or stand.