Patent ID: 6050225
Filing Date: 2000-04-18
Classification: A01K,Y10S

Abstract:
An apparatus for remotely releasing a data package from an animal, comprising:a) an electronics package, comprising;i) receiving means for receiving a transmitted coded release signal;ii) means for comparing the transmitted coded release signal to a unique code associated with the said animal data package; andiii) an actuator circuit for generating an activating signal, andb) a release device adapted to receive the activating signal, said release device having means responsive thereto for releasing said animal data package, wherein said release device is a mechanical device further comprising:i) a micromotor;ii) a screw fixedly attached to a rotor of the micromotor;iii) a nut adapted to fit the screw, wherein the nut is fixedly attached to a connector, said connector providing a link to a means for attaching said data package to an animal; andiv) a housing containing said connector and said nut and which acts to prevent said nut from turning when the screw is caused to rotate.