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Solar-powered ball

US8196550B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 2010
Grant dateJun 12, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49826
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A solar-powered ball is described. The solar-powered ball includes a member positioned in an interior of the solar-powered ball. The member comprises a solar panel that powers motion-activated lights. The solar-powered ball provides a pet toy. The solar-powered ball further includes an internal frame that supports an outer shell. The outer shell allows solar or light radiation to pass through to the solar panel in order to power the motion-activated lights.

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