Got geese? Got geese and you don't want them around because they are a nuisance and their droppings are disgusting and a potential health hazard? Well, this invention from Joseph E. Kovarik of Colorado may be your answer. The device emits random flashes of light over a certain range of wavelengths that repels geese but is not detectable by humans. The light is aimed at goose eye level and the repeller can be contained in a golf pin or other decoy device.
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Abstract
A system and method for driving geese away from an area employs predetermined random illuminations of particular wavelength light directed in a fashion that repels geese while avoiding annoying humans. Embodiments include systems associated with golf course pins and other structures and animal decoys that hide undesired aesthetic appearances of prior art industrial lighting elements. Other embodiments employ adjustable/movable mirror elements used in conjunction with systems powered by solar energy panels positioned below the light source, which can be adjusted in terms of direction, shielding, color, duration, wavelength and pulsation, providing a variety of random patterns so as to avoid habituation by geese.
System and Method to Drive Away Geese
Inventors: Joseph E. Kovarik , Englewood , CO ( US ) ; Jeff Franek , Highlands Ranch , CO ( US
Current Assignee: Individual
Filed: Apr. 6 , 2022