Automatic pet trainer
OwnerKrishnamurthy Sundararajaninventor
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Abstract
This invention relates to an integrated automatic device for training and feeding a pet, which also functions as a play mate while the owner is absent or otherwise engaged. A toy holder, when actuated by an ejector, throws a toy placed therein to a predetermined distance. This toy holder is actuated by a spring connected to a spring tensioner and a rotating shaft activated by a motor programmed by microprocessors. Voice command issuer and proximity switches are provided to regulate the functioning of the device. The device is connectable to a pet feeder including a feeder capable of supplying feed for a predetermined period. The entire system is controllable by a remote control.
Claims19
An integrated automatic device for training, entertaining and feeding pets comprising:
- a) a housing provided with a toy holder;
- b) a rotating ejector actuated by a tensioned spring connected to the toy holder to throw a ball a predetermined distance;
- c) a screw to adjust the spring tension in the ejector;
- d) a switch to detect the presence/absence of the toy in the toy holder;
- e) a proximity sensor to detect the presence/absence of a pet or human;
- f) a sound generating means;
- g) a voice recorder and microphone;
- h) a control panel for controlling the operations of said device;
- i) multiple timers with display means;
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- j) a power panel for various inputs and outputs.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.