Abstract
Animal transmitters are provided that can include: a transducer configured to transmit a signal; process circuitry coupled to the transducer; and an energy harvesting element coupled to the process circuitry. Animals having a transmitter coupled thereto are also provided with the transmitter including an energy harvesting element in operational alignment with the animal's musculoskeletal system. Methods for transmitting the location of an animal are also provided with the methods including: coupling a transmitter powered by an energy harvesting element to the animal; and monitoring the transmissions of the transmitter.
Application Number
15/088,032
Inventors
Lu,Jun
Li,Huidong
Martinez,Jayson J
Deng,Daniel
Myjak,Mitchell J
Xiao,Jie
Li,Qiuyan
Wang,Yuxing
Tian,Chuan
Market Sector
Environmental