Illuminated drinking system
US8578884B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/0008
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved drinking system having a water source capable of delivering water through water supply pipes, watering stations fluidly connected to the water supply pipes, and at least one light source optically connected to at least one of the watering stations. Also provided is a method for selectively distributing water to animals within a farm facility utilizing illuminated watering stations.
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