Thermo DogCoat dog coat with integrated heating function
The dog coat with an integrated heating element addresses the lack of thermal protection in conventional coats by providing adjustable heat distribution, effectively preventing hypothermia in cold-sensitive dogs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE202024001445
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-07-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-23
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Conventional dog coats fail to provide effective thermal protection against hypothermia for cold-sensitive dogs, particularly those with short fur or health issues, lacking a reliable heating mechanism.
A dog coat with an integrated heating element, comprising a flexible heating wire carrier material and a battery module, which can be activated at the push of a button, providing adjustable heat distribution and ensuring freedom of movement for the animal.
Effectively prevents hypothermia in cold-sensitive dogs by maintaining body temperature through adjustable heat distribution, enhancing their comfort and health safety.
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Abstract
Description
[0001] The invention, called the Thermo DogCoat and classified as a pet product, is a dog coat with an integrated heating function. Designed specifically for cold-sensitive animals, including short-coated breeds and those with weakened immune systems due to age or illness, the Thermo DogCoat, which provides warmth at the touch of a button, effectively prevents the risk of hypothermia and its associated health consequences. At the same time, the distinctive heating function distinguishes the Thermo DogCoat from conventional dog coats, which are made solely from heat-storing or heat-insulating materials to retain heat.
[0002] The structure and function of the Thermo DogCoat is discussed below with reference to the drawings; these include • in Fig. 1 (“ Fig. 1”) an overall view of the Thermo DogCoat, showing all the optical features of the coat, • in Fig. 2 (“ Fig. 2”) the positioning of the heating element based on a simplified pattern of the dog coat, • in Fig. 3 (“ Fig. 3") the side view of the jacket-specific belt system, • in Fig. 4 (“ Fig. 4”) the front view of the jacket-specific belt system, • in Fig. 5 (“ Fig. 5”) shows the structure of the battery module.
[0003] The thermal concept of the Thermo DogCoat is based on textile and technical components. The textile elements of the garment promote the thermal effect of the coat and include a soft, heat-storing inner lining (e.g. fleece fabric) and a wind- and water-repellent, heat-insulating outer material (e.g. softshell fabric).
[0004] The heating function of the jacket comes from the heating element (for the production of the Thermo DogBag, the heating element is to be ordered as a finished product from a specific supplier; therefore, no assembly work is required. According to the manufacturer, the heating module provided for the Thermo DogBag is waterproof, machine washable, and has voltage protection.) (see Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3), which is a flexible, fabric-like carrier material with integrated heating wires (The heating wires can be heated to different temperatures by supplying electricity.) (cf. Fig. 2, Fig. 5). It is integrated into the garment as a middle, hidden layer according to the pattern, so that the heating surface extends over the entire back of the dog (cf. Fig. 2). The heating element also has a USB-C port located near the battery module (see Fig. 2, Fig. 4).
[0005] The specific battery module of the Thermo DogCoat was designed as a power source and control unit for the heating element. Fig. 3 and Fig. 4, it is attached to the outer coat of the animal's chest area by a special strap system (1). This positioning ensures that the battery module does not restrict the animal's freedom of movement. Furthermore, the length-adjustable strap system distributes the load of the battery module evenly across the dog's trapezius muscles (7), protecting the back and preventing the garment from slipping due to the weight of the battery module. The strap system is also equipped with a plastic plate that acts as a holder for the battery module (6).
[0006] The battery module of the Thermo DogCoat is Fig.5. It consists of a water- and shock-resistant plastic housing (8) with built-in technical components, consisting of batteries (11), circuit board (14), and the button mechanism (10). The internal button mechanism (10) is activated by pressing the central part of the front housing (9). The battery module also has a connecting cable (12) to connect it to the heating element, as well as a connection point (13) for charging the battery module. List of reference symbols 1 belt system 2 battery module 3 heating element 4 Connection point for the battery module 5 heating wires 6 Holding device for the battery module 7 trapezius muscles 8 housings 9 Condition button, outer surface 10 button mechanism, internal 11 batteries 12 connection cables 13 Power connection point 14 circuit board
Claims
[1] The idea underlying the Thermo DogCoat is to integrate a battery-operated heating element into the concept of a dog coat, resulting in a garment that provides warmth and prevents the dangers of hypothermia. [2] The specific battery module of the Thermo DogBag in structure and function. The module is attached to the specific belt system of the coat in the chest area of the animal and functions as a power source and control unit for the heating element integrated into the coat (see Fig. 3-5). [3] The special belt system of the Thermo DogCoat, which on the one hand distributes the load of the specific battery module evenly over the dog’s trapezius muscles and on the other hand prevents the garment from slipping due to the additional weight (cf. Fig. 3, Fig. 4)