摘要 |
<p>The equipment gives automatic and programmed feeding of domestic animals in the absence of their masters. It comprises a frame with a food hopper and an extracting mechanism from the latter, together with a programming system for the mealtimes, a device regulating the amount of food dispensed each times, and a food bowl. The hopper can be enclosed and with smooth walls, fitting in the frame and with a conveyor belt at the bottom delivering the food to the bowl. The conveyor belt system is rotated once every 24 hours. An optical or an acoustic signal is used in conjunction with a microphone as part of the control system.</p> |