公开(公告)号：US07992519B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-09

申请号：US12311469

申请日：2007-09-17

Applicant: Johan Odeberg ,  Otto Hellekant ,  Raza Mehinovic ,  Magnus Storbjörk ,  Louise Kullgren ,  Torbjörn Petterson ,  Christoffer Hägglund ,  Stefan Irhsén ,  Helmut Obermüller ,  Robert Jonsson ,  Souren Kerikorian ,  Gary Aldgård ,  Gösta Forsén

Inventor： Johan Odeberg ,  Otto Hellekant ,  Raza Mehinovic ,  Magnus Storbjörk ,  Louise Kullgren ,  Torbjörn Petterson ,  Christoffer Hägglund ,  Stefan Irhsén ,  Helmut Obermüller ,  Robert Jonsson ,  Souren Kerikorian ,  Gary Aldgård ,  Gösta Forsén

IPC: A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01J5/007

Abstract: An arrangement is provided in a milking system for simultaneous milking of a plurality of milking animals, wherein the milking system comprises a plurality of milking positions (P1-P24) and an arrangement for establishing identities of and expected milking times for the milking animals. Each of the milking positions is provided with teat cups, which are attached to the teats of a milking animal and are connected to a source of vacuum to milk the milking animal. The inventive arrangement comprises means (10) for determining a milking position, at which the milking animal having the longest expected milking time is present, based on the established identities and expected milking times; and a device (11, 13, 17; 20) for performing an action with respect to the milking system in response to the determination.

Abstract translation: 在挤奶系统中提供了用于同时挤奶多个挤奶动物的装置，其中挤奶系统包括多个挤奶位置（P1-P24）和用于建立挤奶动物的身份和预期挤奶时间的装置。 挤奶位置中的每一个都设置有挤奶杯，其连接到挤奶动物的乳头并连接到真空源以挤奶挤奶动物。 本发明的装置包括：装置（10），用于根据建立的身份和预期的挤奶时间来确定挤奶位置，挤奶动物具有最长预期挤奶时间; 以及用于响应于所述确定而针对挤奶系统执行动作的装置（11,13,17; 20）。

公开(公告)号：US07900581B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-08

申请号：US11818677

申请日：2007-06-15

Applicant: Andreas Springer ,  Juan Olmedo ,  Reinhold Knoche

Inventor： Andreas Springer ,  Juan Olmedo ,  Reinhold Knoche

IPC: A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01J5/01

Abstract: In order to measure a milk flow, a device is proposed that has a channel that has an inlet and an outlet. At least two electrically conducting element are provided in the channel that are arranged at a distance from one another. At least one element has an essentially annular form. Furthermore, at least one element has an essentially pin-shaped form. With the aid of this design according to the invention of a device for the measurement of a milk stream, a relatively simple construction is achieved, which has a relatively high measuring accuracy.

Abstract translation: 为了测量牛奶流量，提出了一种具有入口和出口的通道的装置。 至少两个导电元件设置在通道中彼此间隔一定距离。 至少一个元件具有基本环形的形式。 此外，至少一个元件具有基本上pin形的形状。 借助于根据本发明的用于测量牛奶流的装置的设计，实现了相对简单的结构，其具有相对较高的测量精度。

公开(公告)号：US07886691B2

公开(公告)日：2011-02-15

申请号：US11278114

申请日：2006-03-30

Applicant: Kenneth V. Nordlund ,  Thomas B. Bennett ,  Garrett R. Oetzel ,  Murray K. Clayton ,  Nigel B. Cook

Inventor： Kenneth V. Nordlund ,  Thomas B. Bennett ,  Garrett R. Oetzel ,  Murray K. Clayton ,  Nigel B. Cook

IPC: A01J3/00 ,  A01J5/00

CPC classification number: A01K29/00

Abstract: A method is disclosed for calculating a transition monitor value for one or more milk-producing animals so as to enable its use in evaluating and optimally managing the health and productivity (i.e., the transition performance) of those individual animals and of their herds. An expected milk production is calculated for a given time period of a current lactation based both on the individual's performance in her previous lactation and on her current state. Transition monitor values are calculated as the difference between actual and expected milk production values. The transition monitor values can then be used to evaluate and to optimize the health and productivity of both individuals and herds of individuals and to make comparisons of transition monitor programs both within and between herds.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于计算一种或多种产奶动物的过渡监测值的方法，以使其能够用于评估和最佳地管理这些个体动物及其畜群的健康和生产力（即过渡性能）。 根据个人在以前哺乳期的表现和她目前的状况，在目前哺乳期的给定时间段内计算预期的产奶量。 过渡监测值计算为实际和预期产奶量之间的差异。 然后，过渡监测值可以用于评估和优化个体和个体群体的健康和生产力，并在畜群之内和之间进行过渡监测程序的比较。

公开(公告)号：US07676346B2

公开(公告)日：2010-03-09

申请号：US11870866

申请日：2007-10-11

Applicant: Nic C. Friggens ,  Klaus Lønne Ingvartsen ,  Inge Riis Korsgaard ,  Torben Larsen ,  Peter Løvendahl ,  Carsten Ridder ,  Nicolai Ingemann Nielsen

Inventor： Nic C. Friggens ,  Klaus Lønne Ingvartsen ,  Inge Riis Korsgaard ,  Torben Larsen ,  Peter Løvendahl ,  Carsten Ridder ,  Nicolai Ingemann Nielsen

IPC: G06F19/00 ,  A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01K29/00 ,  G01N21/359 ,  G01N33/04 ,  G06N3/004

Abstract: A system for observing and predicting a physiological state of an animal has been provided. The system includes a computer including a processor and being operatively connected to a database, at least one sample providing device for repetitively providing at least one sample of a body fluid of the animal, an analysis apparatus for analyzing the at least one sample, so as to obtain at least one sample value of at least one parameter of the body fluid, a data interface for repetitively entering the sample value of the at least one parameter in the database, where the database is adapted to store multiple database entries representing the sample value of the at least one parameter at various points in time, and where the processor is programmed to: perform at least one mathematical analysis of the at least one sample value, and selecting, on the basis of the at least one mathematical analysis, the point in time for providing a subsequent sample and performing a subsequent analysis of the subsequent sample for at least one of the parameters.

Abstract translation: 已经提供了用于观察和预测动物的生理状态的系统。 该系统包括包括处理器并且可操作地连接到数据库的计算机，用于重复地提供动物的体液的至少一个样本的至少一个样本提供装置，用于分析至少一个样本的分析装置，以便 以获得体液的至少一个参数的至少一个样本值，用于重复地输入数据库中的至少一个参数的样本值的数据接口，其中数据库适于存储表示样本值的多个数据库条目 的不同时间点的至少一个参数，并且其中所述处理器被编程为：对所述至少一个采样值进行至少一个数学分析，并且基于所述至少一个数学分析来选择所述点 随时提供随后的样品并对至少一个参数进行后续样品的后续分析。

公开(公告)号：US07540258B2

公开(公告)日：2009-06-02

申请号：US11252268

申请日：2005-10-17

Applicant: David Boast

Inventor： David Boast

IPC: A01J5/04 ,  A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01J5/08

Abstract: Apparatus for removing milk from a teat of an animal comprising an outer body having an opening into which the teat is insertable into a space defined by two or more resilient membranes. A pressure difference is applied between the space between the resilient membranes and a region outside the membranes to cause the membranes to ball on to the teat, thereby massaging it to extract milk. To avoid exerting excessive force on the end of the teat yet retain a useful massage pressure, the resilient membranes are under tension in a direction transverse to the direction of teat insertion before the provision of any pressure difference (before the insertion of the teat).

Abstract translation: 用于从动物乳头中去除牛奶的装置，包括具有开口的外部主体，奶头可以插入到由两个或多个弹性膜限定的空间中。 在弹性膜之间的空间与膜之外的区域之间施加压力差，以使膜抵接到奶头上，从而按摩以提取牛奶。 为了避免在奶头的端部施加过大的力而保持有用的按摩压力，弹性膜在提供任何压力差（在插入乳头之前）在横向于奶头插入方向的方向上处于张力下。

公开(公告)号：US07302349B2

公开(公告)日：2007-11-27

申请号：US10641167

申请日：2003-08-15

Applicant: Nic C. Friggens ,  Klaus Lønne Ingvartsen ,  Inge Riis Korsgaard ,  Torben Larsen ,  Peter Løvendahl ,  Carsten Ridder ,  Nicolai Ingemann Nielsen

Inventor： Nic C. Friggens ,  Klaus Lønne Ingvartsen ,  Inge Riis Korsgaard ,  Torben Larsen ,  Peter Løvendahl ,  Carsten Ridder ,  Nicolai Ingemann Nielsen

IPC: G01F19/00 ,  A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01K29/00 ,  G01N21/359 ,  G01N33/04 ,  G06N3/004

Abstract: A system for observing and predicting a physiological state of an animal has been provided. The system includes a computer including a processor and being operatively connected to a database, at least one sample providing device for repetitively providing at least one sample of a body fluid of the animal, an analysis apparatus for analysing the at least one sample, so as to obtain at least one sample value of at least one parameter of the body fluid, a data interface for repetitively entering the sample value of the at least one parameter in the database, where the database is adapted to store multiple database entries representing the sample value of the at least one parameter at various points in time, and where the processor is programmed to perform at least one mathematical analysis of the at least one sample value, and selecting, on the basis of the at least one mathematical analysis, the point in time for providing a subsequent sample and performing a subsequent analysis of the subsequent sample for at least one of the parameters.

Abstract translation: 已经提供了用于观察和预测动物的生理状态的系统。 该系统包括包括处理器并且可操作地连接到数据库的计算机，用于重复地提供动物的体液的至少一个样本的至少一个样本提供装置，用于分析至少一个样本的分析装置，以便 以获得体液的至少一个参数的至少一个样本值，用于重复地输入数据库中的至少一个参数的样本值的数据接口，其中数据库适于存储表示样本值的多个数据库条目 所述至少一个参数在不同时间点处，并且其中所述处理器被编程为对所述至少一个采样值执行至少一个数学分析，并且基于所述至少一个数学分析来选择所述至少一个数据分析 提供后续样品并对至少一个参数对后续样品进行后续分析的时间。

公开(公告)号：US07284498B2

公开(公告)日：2007-10-23

申请号：US11203748

申请日：2005-08-15

Applicant: Roger W. Meads ,  Steve Gostisha

Inventor： Roger W. Meads ,  Steve Gostisha

IPC: A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01J3/00

Abstract: A milking system for animals. In particular, the present invention relates to a milking system implantable within the teat of an animal which provides improved milking rapidity and decreased mastitis incidence.

Abstract translation: 动物挤奶系统 特别地，本发明涉及可植入动物乳头内的挤奶系统，其提供改进的挤奶快速性和降低的乳腺炎发生率。

公开(公告)号：US07281493B2

公开(公告)日：2007-10-16

申请号：US10393431

申请日：2003-03-20

Applicant: Berthold Johannes Theodorus Dietrich

Inventor： Berthold Johannes Theodorus Dietrich

IPC: A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01J7/04 ,  A01J7/025

Abstract: Device for pneumatically milking a cow, comprising a number of milk extractors, each comprising a teat cup as well as milk line connected to the lower end of the teat cup, which line leads from the teat cup to a collection chamber for the milk from the teat cup, each milk extractor being provided with a supply for a cleansing medium, such as a disinfectant, to the teat cup, in particular to a teat present in the teat cup, the supply comprising a line having an end portion with discharge end, and each milk extractor being provided with means for closing off the passage of the milk extraction at or downstream of the discharge end of the line for cleansing medium, preferably at that level, when discharging the cleansing medium, the closing means comprising a reciprocating closing body that can be moved between a position leaving the passage of the milk extractor free and a position closing it off, the closing body being provided with a squirt line forming the end portion with discharge end of the line for supply of cleansing medium, and being positioned to debouch into the milk extractor, particularly the milk line, when in the closing-off position

公开(公告)号：US07231887B2

公开(公告)日：2007-06-19

申请号：US10879360

申请日：2004-06-30

Applicant: Cornelis Christianus Franciscus Havermans ,  Renatus Ignatius Joséphus Fransen

Inventor： Cornelis Christianus Franciscus Havermans ,  Renatus Ignatius Joséphus Fransen

IPC: A01J3/00 ,  A01J5/00

CPC classification number: A01J5/0175 ,  F04B2205/50

Abstract: A milking installation comprises a compressed air system with a compressed air line, a pneumatically controllable cylinder and a compressed air pump for supplying compressed air for the cylinder. The compressed air system comprises a dew point sensor for measuring the dew point of the compressed air and for emitting a dew point signal that is representative of the dew point. The milking installation may comprise or form part of a milking robot for automatically connecting teat cups to the teats of a dairy animal.

Abstract translation: 挤奶设备包括具有压缩空气管线的压缩空气系统，气动可控气缸和用于为气缸供应压缩空气的压缩空气泵。 压缩空气系统包括露点传感器，用于测量压缩空气的露点并且用于发出代表露点的露点信号。 挤奶装置可以包括或形成用于将奶杯自动连接到奶牛动物的乳头的挤奶机器人的一部分。

公开(公告)号：US07225755B2

公开(公告)日：2007-06-05

申请号：US11131343

申请日：2005-05-18

Applicant: Jonathan Kleinsasser

Inventor： Jonathan Kleinsasser

IPC: A01J3/00

CPC classification number: A01K29/00 ,  A01K1/0209

Abstract: In a hog production plant the hogs are divided into a series of separate pens within the hog plant based generally on weight such that the lightest hogs closest to the initial weight are arranged in the first pen when the arrive and the heaviest hogs closest to the final market weight are arranged in the last pen. Each pen includes a sorting scale arranged to receive a hog therein and to weigh the hog for selection of one of two outlet paths leading to the next pen of the series or, in respect of the last pen, to a discharge location. A control unit for the system is arranged such that a required number of hogs to be removed from the last of the pens for market, the required number being less than the total number of hogs in the last pen and less than the total number of hogs in each of the other pens of the series is set and the sorter operated to remove the required number of hogs from the last pen and to transfer from each pen to the next of the series substantially the same number so as to maintain the numbers of hogs in the pens substantially constant.

Abstract translation: 在猪生产工厂中，猪通常以重量分为一系列单独的笔，其重量基本上是这样的，使得最接近初始重量的最轻的猪排放在第一支笔中，当到达和最重的猪最接近最终 市场份额排在最后一支笔。 每个笔包括排列刻度，其布置成在其中接收猪，并称重猪以选择通向该系列的下一个笔的两个出口路径中的一个，或者关于最后一个笔，到排出位置。 用于该系统的控制单元被布置成使得要从市场上的最后一个笔上移除所需数量的猪，所需数量小于最后一个笔中的总数，并且小于总数 在系列的每个其他笔中设置并且分拣机操作以从最后一个笔中移除所需数量的猪，并从每个笔转移到下一个基本相同的数字，以便保持猪的数量 在笔中基本不变。