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Animal deterrent apparatus for mounting to a culvert

US7278375B2 · kind B2 · utility

17Cited by
22References
8Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 17, 2006
Grant dateOct 9, 2007
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 17, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01M31/002
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An automated animal deterrent apparatus for mounting to a culvert, the apparatus includes attached weatherproof housings to protect its other components; a passive infrared sensor to detect pest animals within a detection zone; a siren to produce noise; a scent releasing assembly to emit an odor; a strobe light to produce light flashes; a solar panel and battery to power the apparatus; and a tube and clamp assembly for attaching the apparatus to the end of a culvert.

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