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WO2009076519A1 - Animal simulé - Google Patents

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WO2009076519A1
WO2009076519A1 PCT/US2008/086400 US2008086400W WO2009076519A1 WO 2009076519 A1 WO2009076519 A1 WO 2009076519A1 US 2008086400 W US2008086400 W US 2008086400W WO 2009076519 A1 WO2009076519 A1 WO 2009076519A1
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Vivian D. Hoard
Larry Efird Jacobs
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Catnip Kitties, Inc.
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H13/00—Toy figures with self-moving parts, with or without movement of the toy as a whole
    • A63H13/02—Toy figures with self-moving parts, with or without movement of the toy as a whole imitating natural actions, e.g. catching a mouse by a cat, the kicking of an animal
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H3/00—Dolls
    • A63H3/001—Dolls simulating physiological processes, e.g. heartbeat, breathing or fever
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H3/00—Dolls
    • A63H3/02—Dolls made of fabrics or stuffed
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H3/00—Dolls
    • A63H3/28—Arrangements of sound-producing means in dolls; Means in dolls for producing sounds
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63H—TOYS, e.g. TOPS, DOLLS, HOOPS OR BUILDING BLOCKS
    • A63H5/00—Musical or noise- producing devices for additional toy effects other than acoustical

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  • This invention relates to a simulated animal that may be used as a toy or for therapeutic purposes.
  • a simulated animal is described herein.
  • the simulated animal may be constructed of any material and may or may not closely resemble an actual animal.
  • the simulated animal may contain an internal device that assists in the simulation.
  • the internal device may create sounds and/or vibrations that resemble those of an actual animal, such as a cat.
  • the sounds and vibrations may be created through the use of coupled oscillators and a weighted cone.
  • the configuration and/or operation of the simulated animal may be user adjustable, such as volume, heat level, vibration intensity, etc. Automatic adjustment may also be configured on the simulated animal, such as light detection that results in increasing or decreasing the volume of the internal device within the simulated animal.
  • Figure 1 is a drawing of an exemplary, non- limiting embodiment of the present disclosure illustrating a simulated cat.
  • Figure 2 is a drawing of an exemplary, non- limiting embodiment of an internal device that may be used in an embodiment of a simulated animal.
  • FIG. 1 An exemplary, non-limiting embodiment is illustrated in Figure 1.
  • the present subject matter may take the form of simulated cat 100, with a soft fur exterior 110 which is similar to that of a live cat.
  • Exterior 110 may be composed of natural or synthetic fibers, or any combination thereof.
  • Exterior 110 may be any color, including natural colors and combinations of colors that are typically seen on cats and/or other animals, or novelty colors, such as pink or blue, which may be attractive to some users, such as small children.
  • Exterior 110 of simulated cat 100 may include all the external features of a real cat, such as four articulated legs and an articulated tail.
  • exterior 110 may be constructed to look like a sleeping cat, with simulated legs and tail attached to the body or otherwise made to appear to be present, but not be articulated.
  • the tail may be wrapped around the portion of exterior 110 where the legs would normally be found, simulating a sleeping cat curled up into a ball with the tail covering all or a portion of the legs.
  • the shape of exterior 110 may be designed to improve the "cuddliness" of the simulated pet, by being a shape which is easier to grasp and hold in the arms while sleeping.
  • Exterior 110 may be of any size that assists in furthering the purpose of the present disclosure.
  • exterior 110 is life size, with simulated cat 100 being the approximately the same size as a typical cat. This embodiment may be desirable for those wanting a normal size pet substitute.
  • exterior 110 may be smaller than a normal cat. Such an embodiment may be preferable to small children, being easier for them to hold and cuddle, or may serve as a novelty item. A small embodiment may also be preferable for a travel-friendly version of the present disclosure, and may be more useful when the embodiment is to be packed in a suitcase or carried in a vehicle.
  • exterior 110 is larger than a normal cat, and may be as large as desired.
  • This embodiment may be useful as a novelty item, or may be used to simulate a tiger or lion, or other similarly large animal. A larger embodiment may also be preferred by adult users of the embodiment. Any and all sizes of simulated animal are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Simulated cat 100 may have a head 120 which appears very realistic, and may have open or closed eyes.
  • head 120 may have articulated eyes that both open and close, and the eyes may change position based on the position of simulated cat 100.
  • simulated cat 100 may have a toy-like head that is not particularly lifelike. This embodiment may be preferable to users who do not want a simulated animal that is too lifelike. A more toy-like head may also be preferable to children.
  • the simulated cat may be stuffed with fiber, poly-fiber material, foam, memory foam, or any combination of these or any other material that provides a soft feel when the simulated cat is squeezed, yet provides enough support to simulate the feel of a live cat.
  • the stuffing material may be heat conductive, so that when the simulated cat is held, it absorbs the holder's body heat and becomes warm, further simulating a live animal.
  • the stuffing material may be of any material that creates the desired amount of weight that will properly simulate a pet. Alternatively, a heavier stuffing material may be combined with a softer, lighter stuffing material to create the desired weight while retaining softness.
  • exterior 110 has an opening 130 which leads to an internal cavity 140. Opening 130 may be sealed by any means which allows access to cavity 140 as needed to install and maintain internal device 150 (discussed in more detail below.) Such means may include Velcro®, a zipper, one or more buttons, one or more snaps, or any other means which seal and keep sealed opening 130 during normal use of the embodiment.
  • the opening is constructed such that it is disguised or camouflaged and is not readily apparent when observing or handling the embodiment.
  • Cavity 140 may be of any size or shape which allows the embodiment to function as described by the present disclosure.
  • the cavity is located in the center of simulated cat 100, thus making internal device 150 within cavity 140 harder to feel when the embodiment is grasped.
  • the use of an effective stuffing as described above may also help keep the contours of internal device 150 undetectable from the user.
  • Cavity 140 may be of any shape that furthers the purposes of the present subject matter.
  • the cavity is of a size and shape that is just larger than internal device 150, thereby enabling internal device 150 to be fully effective by maximizing the amount of contact that the exterior of internal device 150 has with the interior of simulated cat 100.
  • cavity 140 is located such that the weight of simulated cat 100, including internal device 150, is evenly distributed throughout simulated cat 100.
  • cavity 140 is located in the chest area of simulated cat 100, between the front legs, so that the purring effects produced by internal device 150 originate in the same anatomical area of simulated cat 100 as they would in a real cat.
  • additional stuffing material may be placed in appropriate sections of simulated cat 100 to create a more balanced weight distribution.
  • internal device 150 provides a vibrating motion, simulating a purring sensation in simulated cat 100.
  • internal device 150 may provide sounds which simulate a cat's purr. In yet another embodiment, sounds and vibration are combined and both are produced by internal device 150. Alternatively, purring sounds may be produced as an inherent function of the production of purring vibrations. In another embodiment, internal device 150 produces an expanding and contracting motion, simulating the breathing of a live animal. With this motion, internal device 150 may also produce sounds that simulate breathing. In one embodiment, a dog may be simulated and the dog's panting may be simulated by internal device 150. In a dog embodiment, internal device 150 may be coupled to a mechanical means which produces the effect of a simulated dog tail wagging.
  • Internal device 150 may produce other movements, vibrations, or sounds that may be helpful in assisting a user in falling asleep or effective in simulating a live animal.
  • internal device 150 may produce heat, simulating the body heat of a live animal. Any, all, or any combination of these functions may be performed by internal device 150 and are within the scope and spirit of the present subject matter. More details regarding one embodiment of internal device 150 are discussed herein in regard to Figure 2.
  • a simulated animal such as simulated cat 100, may have an input port, such as port 160.
  • Port 160 may be connected to internal device 150 through connection 162.
  • Port 160 may be located in location that facilitates use and helps reduce its visibility, such as in the foot of a simulated animal.
  • Connection 162 may be any connection that is capable of effectively transporting input or output to internal device 150, including wired and wireless connectivity means.
  • Port 160 may be any port capable of accepting a connector and/or connection means to perform a specific function.
  • port 160 may accept connector 186 of power cord 180.
  • Power cord 180 maybe used, when connected to port 160, to provide power to internal device 150.
  • power cord 180 may be used to provide power to rechargeable batteries contained within, or otherwise connected to, internal device 150.
  • Power cord 180 may include a plug 182 that may connect to standard power sockets of any type, and cord 184 that may connect plug 182 to connector 186.
  • simulated cat 100 may have other ports or means of detecting and/or accepting input from outside simulated cat 100.
  • Simulated cat 100 may have detector 190, which maybe connected to internal device 150 through connection 192.
  • Connection 192 may be any connection that is capable of effectively transporting input or output to internal device 150, including wired and wireless connectivity means.
  • Detector 190 may be any type of detection means capable of detecting any input.
  • detector 190 may be a photodetector or photosensor capable of detecting light levels on the exterior of simulated cat 100. Such information may be communicated to internal device 150 which may use the light level information to adjust its settings or take other actions.
  • detector 190 may be a device capable of detecting audible input, such as a microphone, that detects noise levels, voice commands, speech, or any other audible input. Such input may be passed to internal device 150, with or without intermediate processing, which may use the input to adjust its settings or take other actions. Any other input and/or output detection means and methods are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Figure 2 illustrates a non- limiting exemplary embodiment of internal device 200 that may be included in an embodiment of simulated cat 100.
  • internal device 150 of Figure 1 may be an internal device of the type illustrated in Figure 2.
  • Internal device 200 may be constructed of any combination of components and materials such that the herein described functionality is achieved.
  • Internal device 200 may include electronics and/or mechanical parts.
  • Internal device 200 may be constructed with outer housing 210 that facilitates the effects that it is designed to produce.
  • outer housing 210 may be constructed of a firm, pliable, heat conductive material which facilitates the transmission of vibrations and heat to the body of a simulated animal such as simulated cat 100.
  • outer housing 210 may be constructed of any material capable of containing the components of internal device 200.
  • Control component 215 may be any collection of circuits, wiring, microchips, programmable arrays, microchips, or any other means that may be used to control electronic and/or mechanical devices. Control component 215 may control all, or some, of the other components that may be configured inside or external to internal device 200. Control component 215 may be connected directly, communicatively, indirectly, etc., to the other component it controls. In an alternative embodiment, control component 215 is not present in internal device 200, and control functions are integrated into the individual components or not present. Embodiments with and without control component 215 are contemplated. For figure clarity, all the possible connections of the components within and external to internal device 200 are not illustrated in Figure 2. However, all such connections, and any possible connection of components and devices that may be configured in internal device 200 are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Internal device 200 may be configured with power switch 220.
  • Power switch 220 may control the flow of electrical power or activation of mechanical power in the device directly, or indirectly, such as by causing control component 215 to control the flow of electrical power or activation of mechanical power.
  • Power switch 220 may be accessible from the exterior of internal device 200, including from a remote location.
  • power switch 220 may be located such that it is easily accessible from the exterior of simulated cat 100.
  • Actuation of control 222 may operate power switch 220.
  • Power switch 220 may be a manual on/off switch as typically found on electronic devices, or it may be a detector or other input that operates power switch 220 through the use of light, sound, voice commands, touch sensitivity, or any other operation means. All such embodiments are contemplated.
  • Timer 235 may be any effective means of controlling power or component activation within internal device 200 based on time, such as an electronic timer or an oscillator, or any other type or means of timing the operation of a component. In some embodiments it may be desirable to operate one or more of the components of internal device 200 for only a set amount of time, for example, to preserve battery life.
  • the activation of power through power switch 220 may activate timer 235, which then cuts the power to one or more components of internal device 200 after a predetermined amount of time.
  • the amount of time that timer 235 runs before cutting off power may be preset or preconfigured at the time of manufacture of internal device 200
  • timer 235 may be configured to allow power to the components of internal device 200 to flow for 15 minutes, and thereafter cut power to the components. In some embodiments, this may be the amount of time that has been determined to be adequate to allow a user to fall asleep. In other embodiments, a user may adjust the amount of time that timer 235 allows power to the components of internal device 200, for example, from one to twenty minutes.
  • timer 235 may be deactivated, in one embodiment by operating control 236. All such embodiments are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Internal device 200 may include motion detector 225.
  • Motion detector 225 may communicate with other components, such as timer 235.
  • Motion detector 225 may be configured to reset time 235 when motion is detected. For example, a user may be having difficulty falling asleep and may toss and turn. Rather than cutting power to the components of internal device 200 after the predetermined time set on timer 235, when the user rolls over or moves, motion detector 225 may reset timer 235 so that the components of internal device 200 continue to operate until the user falls asleep.
  • motion detector 225 may reactivate components when motion is detected. For example, if a user has been asleep for a time period longer than the time configured on timer 235, power may have been cut off to the components of internal device 200.
  • Motion detector 225 may detect the motion of the waking user and reactivate the components of internal device 200. Motion detector 225 may also reactivate timer 235 so that after the configured time has elapsed, the components are again deactivated. Any other use or configuration of motion detector 225 is contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Internal device 200 may be configured with power source 230.
  • Power source 230 may be one or more batteries and associated circuitry, hardware, or other means of extracting power from the batteries and providing it to the components of internal device 200. Such batteries may be typical disposable batteries or rechargeable batteries.
  • Power source 230 may configured in internal device 200, or internal device 200 may be configured within a simulated animal, in such a manner as to facilitate the ease of battery replacement.
  • power source 230 may contain rechargeable batteries that can be recharged without being removed from internal device 200.
  • power may be provided to power source 230 through port 232.
  • Port 232 may be located on internal device 200, or it may be located on the exterior of a simulated animal, such as port 160 of Figure 1.
  • an output may be configured that provides an indication of a low battery condition, such as an audible alert or a light, or an indication of the status of battery charge, etc.
  • port 232 may receive alternating current and power source 230 may convert the alternating current to direct current, or may otherwise use alternating current to provide power to components.
  • port 232 may be a wireless port or a port capable of receiving power through proximity to a power source rather than a direct connection to a power source. Any other type of port or any other means of transporting power to power source 230 is contemplated.
  • Power source 230 maybe connected to any or all of the components within internal device 200 in order to provide them with power. Alternatively, power source 230 may provide power to a subset of components, and one or more of the components that receive power directly from power source 230 may transmit power to other components. All such configurations are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • internal device 200 is configured with a purr component 240.
  • Purr component 240 may be constructed of any type or number of devices, components, and/or materials that effectively simulate the purr of an animal such as a cat.
  • purr component 240 includes first oscillator 242.
  • First oscillator 242 may be configured to generate an audible sound when activated, either directly or through connection to another device or component.
  • First oscillator 242 may be coupled to second oscillator 244 to produce a purring effect.
  • Other components may be included in the coupled oscillators 242 and 244 to assist or otherwise manipulate the output of the oscillators 242 and 244.
  • capacitors may be used to process or shape the sounds or signals generated by coupled oscillators 242 and 244 so that it more closely resembles a purr or other sound effect.
  • Any combination of circuitry, components, devices, or other means may be used to generate or manipulate the sounds created by purr component 240, and all such means are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Coupled oscillators 242 and 244 may be coupled to cone 246.
  • Cone 246 may be constructed similarly to an audio speaker cone, may be one or more components of an audio speaker, or may be an entire audio speaker.
  • cone 246 may be constructed or configured in any other way such that it assists in making the output of coupled oscillators 242 and 244 audible or amplifies the output of coupled oscillators 242 and 244.
  • Cone 246 may be constructed of any material, components, or combination of materials and/or components that facilitate this function. All such constructions are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • weights 247a and 247b Coupled to, or otherwise configured with, cone 246 may be weights 247a and 247b. Weights 247a and 247b may add mass to cone 246 and/or purr component 240 such that when cone 246 moves in response to the output of coupled oscillators 242 and 244, it creates through the assistance of weights 247a and 247b a detectable vibration. Weights 247a and 247b may be composed of any effective material that facilitates the amplification of the vibrations of cone 246. In one embodiment, weights 247a and 247b are constructed of a non-ferrous material, such as brass, to avoid interaction with any magnets that may be associated with cone 246.
  • Weights 247a and 247b may also be a single weight, or more than two weights. Weights 247a and 247b may be of any shape, size, mass, or dimension, including a ring shape specifically designed to couple with the shape of cone 246. Any weighting mechanism or means may be used in conjunction with cone 246 and/or any other component of purr component 240 and/or internal device 200, and all such embodiments are contemplated.
  • internal device 200 may be configured with additional features, such as auxiliary component 250.
  • Auxiliary component 250 may generate heat which may give a simulated animal containing internal device 200 a realistic simulation of body heat.
  • auxiliary component 250 may, when located on a pliable exterior wall of internal device 200 or when located outside of outer housing 210, be configured to produce an expansion and contraction effect, thus imitating the breathing motions of an animal.
  • auxiliary component 250 may play recorded music, speech, or other sounds.
  • a simulated animal and/or an internal device, such as simulated cat 100 or internal devices 150 and 200, may contain several components such as auxiliary component 250. Any number and type of components are contemplated.
  • input may be provided to purr component 240 and/or internal device 200 through port 249.
  • Such input may be physical manipulation of a control attached to port 249 directly or indirectly, such as a knob or switch. Such input may also be the detection of light, sound, or heat levels.
  • Port 249 may also be, or be connected to, a touch sensitive input that detects contact by a finger or other body part.
  • Such input may be used to alter the configuration or operation of purr component 240.
  • port 249 may be attached to volume control 248, which may be connected, directly or indirectly, to any of oscillators 242 or 244, cone 246, or any other component of purr component 240.
  • Volume control 248 may directly control, or transmit directions controlling, the output of the various components such that it affects the volume of the output.
  • port 249 may be configured to receive input indicating light levels, and may increase the volume when light levels are high and lower the volume when light levels are low. This may be desirable if a louder purr is desired during the day and a quieter pun- is desired in the evening.
  • Volume control 248 may also control the amount and intensity of vibration created by cone 246 and weights 247a and 247b. Alternatively, volume control 248 may activate the components of purr component 240 and/or internal device 200 responsive to receiving input reflecting light, sound, or heat levels, or other conditions. For example, articulated eyes may be configured to shut in the dark.
  • purr component 240 and/or internal device 200 may be coupled with a sound detector to detect a certain noise or voice which would then activate the components of purr component 240 and/or internal device 200.
  • Voice detection components and circuitry may be integrated into purr component 240 and/or internal device 200, or be coupled therewith, such that purr component 240 and/or internal device 200 can learn the sounds of a user's voice and respond accordingly. Any other control of any other component through any effective means is contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.
  • Other controls may be configured on internal device 200, or may be communicatively connected to internal device 200. Such controls may be adjusted and/or manipulated by the user of a simulated animal, such as simulated cat 100. For example, if internal device 200 produces sound by any means, volume control accessible to the user may be configured. If internal device 200 produces mechanical effects by any means, the intensity of the effects may be adjustable by the user. If internal device 200 produces heat, the temperature may be adjustable by the user. In some embodiments, such adjustments may be made on a device such as internal devices 150 or 200 through opening 130. Alternatively, controls may be integrated into a simulated animal such as simulated cat 100 and accessible from the exterior, either directly, or placed in an enclosure easily accessible to a user, such as under a flap of material or on a collar.
  • internal device 200 may be controlled by a remote control.
  • the remote control may communicate with device 200 using any known remote control technology, including infrared, radio signals, and sound waves.
  • Such a remote control may control any of the possible functions of internal device 150 described herein in regard to any of the various embodiments disclosed.
  • internal device 200 components of internal device 200, and/or other components may be configured in an simulated animal that communicate with other object or devices to perform tasks.
  • timer 235 may also be configured to send a signal, such as a radio frequency signal, or instruct another device to send such as signal, that will activate a lighting device and shut off or turn on a light.
  • a signal may be sent from a simulated animal or component configured therein that powers on or off other appliances, devices, etc.
  • such signals may instruct devices to alter other conditions. For example, volume control on a stereo, radio, or other audio component may be adjusted.
  • Other types of signals, wired or wireless, and other instructions sent from simulated animal are contemplated as within the scope of the present disclosure.

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L'invention concerne un animal simulé (100). L'animal simulé peut contenir un dispositif interne (150) qui permet à l'animal simulé d'imiter les sons et vibrations d'un animal réel. Le dispositif interne peut employer des oscillateurs et des cônes pondérés pour imiter un animal, tel qu'un chat et son ronronnement. L'animal simulé peut être ajustable par l'utilisateur, permettant à l'utilisateur d'ajuster le volume, l'intensité de vibration, les niveaux de chaleur, etc. La maîtrise de l'animal peut se faire par des commandes physiques, telles que des interrupteurs, ou des commandes sans fil/à distance.
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