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Animal dropping tool

US4645252A · kind A · utility

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10References
10Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 10, 1986
Grant dateFeb 24, 1987
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 10, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE01H2001/1293
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A device for sanitary removal of fecal matter from surfaces. The device includes a cup-holding frame and an elongated handle. A disposable cup is held to the frame from its rear, sides and lip such that a portion of the cup may contact fecal matter without simultaneously soiling the device.

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