US4391224A
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Animal amusement apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-07-27
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Granted: 1983-07-05
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Expires: 2001-07-27
Abstract
Abstract An animal amusement device wherein a radio transmitter of limited range is carried by the animal. A ball, or other type of movable structure is to be located upon the ground or other supportive surface in close proximity to the animal. Upon the animal moving to within a short distance of the ball, the ball will become randomly movable by being activated by the radio signal mounted within the collar of the animal.
Inventors
- 👤 Harold A. Adler
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 18:36
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63H; A63H30/00; A63H30/02; A63H30/04; A01; A01K; A01K15/00; A01K15/02; A01K15/025; A01K15/0257; A63H13/00; A63H13/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
169 words
Animal attraction apparatus comprising: motor means for operating only when actuated; transmitter means for transmitting a signal; receiver means having an output coupled in actuation relationship to said motor means, said receiver means being for receiving said signal and, when said signal as received is of predetermined power, for causing actuation of said motor means; attachment means for carrying said transmitter means and for mounting on a domesticated animal of the predator type; and simulated prey means which is normally unmoving and which, when in motion, tends to attract such animal, said prey means being for carrying said motor means and coupled to said motor means so that said motor means, when actuated, operates to cause said prey means to move; said transmitter means and receiver means having a signal transmitting and receiving power relationship such that, when said transmitter means is carried by such animal to within a predetermined distance of said prey means, said receiver means actuates said motor means to cause said prey means to move.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
169 words
Animal attraction apparatus comprising: motor means for operating only when actuated; transmitter means for transmitting a signal; receiver means having an output coupled in actuation relationship to said motor means, said receiver means being for receiving said signal and, when said signal as received is of predetermined power, for causing actuation of said motor means; attachment means for carrying said transmitter means and for mounting on a domesticated animal of the predator type; and simulated prey means which is normally unmoving and which, when in motion, tends to attract such animal, said prey means being for carrying said motor means and coupled to said motor means so that said motor means, when actuated, operates to cause said prey means to move; said transmitter means and receiver means having a signal transmitting and receiving power relationship such that, when said transmitter means is carried by such animal to within a predetermined distance of said prey means, said receiver means actuates said motor means to cause said prey means to move.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The animal attraction apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein: said attachment means comprises a collar which is adapted to be worn around the neck of the animal.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The animal attraction apparatus as defined in claim 1 or 2 wherein: said domesticated animal is feline; and said predetermined distance is about two meters.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1986-07-04 | 1987-01-03 | 1987-07-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-07-04 | 1991-01-03 | 1991-07-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-07-04 | 1995-01-03 | 1995-07-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |