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Low power device and method for livestock detection

US8816864B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

S.C.R. (ENGINEERS) LIMITED · IL

Inventors

Uri Ben Menachem · Netanya, IL
Eyal Brayer · Kfar Monash, IL
Shay Levy · Raanana, IL

Key dates

Filing date	Sep 13, 2011
Grant date	Aug 26, 2014
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 23, 2032

Classification

Technology area (CPC G)Physics
CPC primaryG01S13/767
WIPO fieldMeasurement
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method of tracking animal livestock using electronic frequency signal transmitters and receivers is herein presented. The system involves electronic tags attached to the bodies of livestock. The tags transmit a signal which conveys the location or other pertinent information regarding the status of the animal. The signals are picked up by a receiver attached to a stationary platform, or located in a vehicle, or in a portable hand held receiver device. The information transmitted can be used to locate a specific animal or can be used to monitor the status and condition of the animal. The device contains several modes which minimize power consumption and maximize power supply lifetime.

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