Method for obtaining information about a farm animal
US11013216B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61D17/002
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a method for obtaining information about a farm animal, wherein a device (a) is attached to the head region of an animal, said device containing at least one acceleration sensor by means of which recurring acceleration data is measured, wherein the acceleration data is evaluated using automatic data processing means, and, as an outcome of the evaluation, is indicative of the activities and/or conditions of the animal. The acquired acceleration data is evaluated in order to detect the swallowing processes carried out by the animal.
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