Animal trap having timed release door
US7958668B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01M23/16
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An animal trap includes a housing having an opening, a door coupled to the housing, and a latch mechanism. The door is movable between a closed position in which the door obstructs the opening and an open position in which the opening is unobstructed. The latch mechanism is coupled to either the housing or the door and is configured to enable the door to be opened after a period of time has elapsed.
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