Method and system for monitoring livestock
First Claim
1. A system for monitoring livestock contained within a structure which comprises a visual receptor element located inside of the structure, a transmitter element located outside of the structure, and a receiver element located remote of the structure, whereby livestock contained within the structure may be viewed remotely by a user.
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Abstract
A method and a system for monitoring livestock is adaptable for use in settings where the animals are kept in stationary structures, such as barns or other outbuildings, and in settings where the animals are being transported by means of a livestock trailer or the like. The method and system of the present invention provides for three primary elements. The first element is the visual receptor element. It includes a camera, a power adapter, mounting hardware for the camera, and cable for connecting those components to the second element, a transmitter and power adapter. The third element is a receiver, a power adapter and additional cables. In the preferred embodiment of the device used with the method and system of this invention, the receiver includes an integral monitor that is used for viewing purposes.
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20 Claims
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1. A system for monitoring livestock contained within a structure which comprises
a visual receptor element located inside of the structure, a transmitter element located outside of the structure, and a receiver element located remote of the structure, whereby livestock contained within the structure may be viewed remotely by a user.
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11. A method for monitoring livestock which comprises the steps of
providing a visual receptor element, providing a transmitter element, and providing a receiver element, whereby livestock may be viewed remotely by a user.
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