Vibration-based Solutions for Agriculture, Oil Extraction, and Livestock Care
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept applies the core technology of a massage device with variable stroke length to novel applications in agriculture, oil extraction, and livestock care, enabling innovative solutions for pest control, plant growth, oil extraction, stress reduction, and soil quality improvement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a massage device with variable stroke length, addressing limitations of prior art massaging devices. This inventive concept builds upon that technology to tackle distinct challenges in various industries, such as pest infestations in agriculture, inefficient oil extraction, and livestock stress.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims describe a system for agricultural pest control, where the massage device is configured to emit vibrations for repelling pests from crops. Another embodiment is a method for enhancing plant growth, using the massage device to stimulate plant roots and promote healthy growth. Additionally, the device can be used for oil extraction from seeds, applying vibrations to facilitate oil release. In livestock care, the device provides soothing vibrations to calm animals, reducing stress. Furthermore, the device can be used to improve soil quality by breaking up compacted soil and increasing aeration.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the massage device technology, which were not considered in the original patent. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of this technology to solve distinct problems in various industries, thereby creating new markets and opportunities.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include adjusting the vibration frequency, amplitude, or pattern to optimize the device's performance in different applications. Variations could also involve integrating the massage device with existing equipment or systems in each industry, such as agricultural drones or oil extraction machinery.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the agriculture, oil extraction, and livestock care industries, offering innovative solutions to pressing problems. The market for these applications is substantial, with potential customers including farmers, oil extraction companies, and livestock owners.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61H23/0254 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/0107 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/0153 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/0157 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/1215 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/149 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/1418 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/1664 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/501 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/5005 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/5015 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/5035 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/5038 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/5097 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,482 |
|---|---|
| Title | Massage device having variable stroke length |
| Assignee(s) | HYPERICE IP SUBCO, LLC |