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US 11,638,414 B2Granted
Use of semantic boards and semantic buttons for training and assisting the expression and understanding of language
OwnerLeo Trottier, Jelmer Tiete +1inventors
InventorsLeo Trottier, Jelmer Tiete, Gary Stephen Shuster
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Abstract
Devices for providing language-like abilities for dogs. Using polygonal layouts, audible, scent, visible and other cues, the devices provide an efficient and novel ability to communicate with dogs in a granular manner. Devices for capturing and releasing scents are provided. Novel button designs and functions are taught with particular suitability for animal training.
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A language expression device, comprising:
- a computer processor operably coupled to a memory containing instructions;
- the computer processor operably coupled to at least two buttons, each button comprising at least one sensor actuated by touch;
- a first button of the at least two buttons mounted on a first board and a second button of the at least two buttons mounted on a second board;
- the first board connected to the second board using an interlocking connector;
- the computer processor receiving data from at least one of the at least two buttons;
- in response to the receiving, the computer processor actuating a speaker that plays back a sound.
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A language expression device, comprising:
- a first button, operably coupled to a first computer processor coupled to a memory containing instructions;
- a second button, operably coupled to a second computer processor coupled to a memory containing instructions;
- the first button mounted on a first board;
- the second button mounted on a second board;
- the first board connected to the second board using an interlocking connector;
- the first computer processor receiving data from the first button indicating the button has been actuated;
- in response to the receiving, the first computer processor actuating a speaker that plays back a sound.
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A language expression device, comprising:
- a button operably coupled to a computer processor coupled to a memory containing instructions;
- the button mounted into a first cutout in a board, the first cutout comprising a primary shape matching a shape of the button;
- where the primary shape is combined with a second cutout in the board continuous with the first cutout;
- where the second cutout is a shape suitable for a human finger to reach in and remove the button;
- the computer processor receiving data from the first button indicating the first button has been actuated;
- in response to the receiving, the computer processor actuating a speaker that plays back a sound;
- where the sound is directed out of the board through the second cutout.
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