Kevin T. Amiss - Alexandria VA Martin H. Abbott - Fairfax VA
International Classification:
A01K 2900
US Classification:
119707
Abstract:
A method for inducing cats to exercise consists of directing a beam of invisible light produced by a hand-held laser apparatus onto the floor or wall or other opaque surface in the vicinity of the cat, then moving the laser so as to cause the bright pattern of light to move in an irregular way fascinating to cats, and to any other animal with a chase instinct.
Laser Light Navigational Safety System For Improved Detectability In Low Visibility Conditions
James Hypes - Woodbridge VA Alvin Hypes - Lutz FL Martin Abbott - Fairfax VA
International Classification:
F21K 700 B60Q 126
US Classification:
362259
Abstract:
The present invention provides a navigational safety lighting system for use in low visibility conditions caused by fog, mist, rain, snow or other particulate matter in the atmosphere. A laser light source is utilized which emits a beam of laser light that is visible to the naked eye when it strikes the particulate matter in the atmosphere. The laser light source may be mounted on an air, water or land craft, or may be mounted on navigational or other objects to identify them in such low visibility conditions. Also, the laser light source on an air, water or land craft may be directed in the direction of movement of the craft to identify obstacles in the path of the craft in such low visibility conditions.
takeover interest. The exchange, which handles 80 percent of global trade in metals futures, said in September it had received several expressions of interest. A bid may be recommended to shareholders as early as March, Martin Abbott, chief executive officer of the exchange, said at the time.