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Location method and apparatus

US5949350A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 21, 1997
Grant dateSep 7, 1999
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01K15/023
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for training an animal to remain in a specified area of containment. The perimeter of containment being easily tailored to fit a specific geometry. The system includes apparatus for determining the location of the animal, apparatus for specifying boundary coordinates, apparatus for determining if the location of the animal is within the containment perimeter, and apparatus for administering stimulus to the animal if warranted.

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