Loudspeaker ring

Abstract

The invention relates to a sound ring which is a novel device for training animals, and provides a simple, simple and effective solution for trainees. The design of the wearable sound ring provides immediate animal feedback and hand-free use in training. The device features a wearable design, with a comfortable elastic rubber band sized to fit all needs, a snap-on assembly that is easy to manufacture, a sound chamber with a window to amplify the sound, and a button mechanism with a limited press depth to prevent damage to the internal components. A speaker worn on a user's finger allows the user to provide immediate feedback when training the animal. Wearing the sound also allows the user's hand to remain free in order to hold other items or perform other tasks.

Description

[0001] This patent application is related to the design disclosed in U.S. Design Patent No. D998,915, which covers the ornamental design of a product. BACKGROUND

[0002] Training animals often involves the use of a clicker device to provide immediate feedback for desired behavior. Conventional clickers are hand-held devices with a wristband that can be cumbersome and limit the trainer's activities during a training session. In addition, conventional clickers do not always provide the immediacy required for effective training.

[0003] The two main animal training clicker designs on the market are hand-held clickers with wristbands. These wristband clickers that hang from the user's wrist are very annoying. Each time the user wants to provide training feedback to an animal, they must fumble for the wristband clicker. This requires extra effort on the part of the user and also causes a delay in providing feedback to the animal. This delay in feedback is very detrimental because the animal's good behavior must be immediately rewarded with the clicker sound. If too much time passes, the feedback window is missed. SUMMARY

[0004] The present invention is a clicker ring designed for training a variety of animals including dogs, cats, horses, etc. This novel device provides a simple, easy, and effective solution for the trainer by providing immediate feedback without limiting hand activity. The wearable clicker ring allows the user to provide more immediate feedback when training an animal compared to a wristband. The ring also allows the user's hands to remain free during training for holding other items or performing other tasks.

[0005] The clicker ring features a wearable design, a comfortable elastic rubber band sized for all needs, a snap assembly that is easy to manufacture, a sound chamber with a window to increase the decibel of the sound, and a button with limited press depth to prevent damage to the internal components. The clicker ring is comprised of two ring halves, a button, an elastic rubber band, and a metal sheet that makes a sound when flexed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0006] Figure 1 is a front perspective view of the clicker ring;

[0007] Figure 2 is a front elevational view thereof, the back side being a mirror image;

[0008] Figure 3 is a left side elevational view thereof, the right side being a mirror image;

[0009] Figure 4 is a top plan view thereof;

[0010] Figure 5 is a bottom plan view thereof;

[0011] Figure 6 is an exploded isometric view of the clicker ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0012] The clicker ring includes a housing 601 made of durable plastic. The housing contains the internal components of the clicker, including a sound producing metal piece 603, a sound chamber 605, a button mechanism 602, and an elastic rubber band 604.

[0013] The elastic rubber band 604 is mounted within the housing 601 and is designed to fit comfortably around a user's finger. The elasticity of the rubber band 604 allows one size to fit all the desired designs, accommodating a variety of finger sizes, without the need for adjustable bands or buckles, or manufacturing multiple ring sizes. This greatly simplifies manufacturing logistics.

[0014] The housing 601 is characteristically snap-fit designed for easy assembly during manufacturing. This design simplifies the production process and reduces manufacturing time and cost.

[0015] Within the housing 601, the sound chamber 605 is designed to amplify the sound produced when the button 602 is pressed. The sound chamber 605 is characteristically provided with strategically placed windows to increase the decibel level of the sound, ensuring that even in a noisy environment, the trained animal can hear.

[0016] The button mechanism 602 is designed to only press down to a certain depth, preventing excessive force from damaging internal components, such as the metal sound producing mechanism 603. This design feature enhances the durability and longevity of the clicker ring.

Claims

1. A wearable rattle device for training animals, comprising: a) Wearable ring shape to provide hands-free operation and fast response time; b) Elastic rubber band to allow products of one size to be worn on the fingers for all needs; c) A button mechanism within the housing for producing a sound, including a limited pressing depth feature to prevent damage to internal components; d) Snap-fit ​​design for easy assembly during manufacturing; e) An open acoustic chamber for amplifying resonance and decibels, including windows to increase the decibel level of the sound.

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