Technology background
In the market for products and devices for the PET line, A wide variety of toys for dogs are available, being the area of animal entertainment one of the most explored. The objective of the sector is to make the dogs spend their energy with the right objects..
Technology description
The invention describes a programmable automatic device for dispensing objects or toys for dogs, composed, not minimum, by two modules used together: the command center, in which the release period is scheduled, and the compartment where the toy is packed. Through the command center, it is possible to schedule the release time of toys for each niche.
Figure 1 – Overview of modules, highlighting:
A) command center
B) compartment for storing objects
Problem Fixed
Toys for dogs that have their own stimulus and, and when they have, put the animal at risk due to the type of components used. In so many cases, the devices require prior training of the animal for operation, may pose a risk to the unattended animal, considering that they usually have parts within reach or even fixed to the animal.
Applications
The present invention was developed as an alternative giving movement to various toys, without putting the animal at risk, and promoting dog entertainment, even in the absence of the pet owner. Another application is to use it to entertain cats or even children..
Advantages
The device combines safety and entertainment for an animal that is unattended, giving movement and interest to a toy at the scheduled time.
A similar equipment available on the market, has capacity for only 4 (four) toys and is accommodated on a bench, that can be within reach of the dog, while the present invention allows the dispensation of 6 (six) objects or more and is fixed to the wall, getting out of the dog's reach.
Technology Readiness Level (TRL – Technology Readiness Level)
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Status and opportunity
Patent granted by INPI under application number BR 10 2015 003027-4.
The patent can be found in full at Lume by link.
Inventors
Marília Klein
Fábio Pinto da Silva
