Idea for Tree Integrity Tester

[Tom G.]

FYI - See below for idea that might be helpful in your inventing. Good
Luck!



How about a Tree Integrity Tester? This could be microwave or ultrasonic
device to check the moisture within the tree trunk. In addition, there
could be a core-sampling drill to check the tree sap chemistry. This tester
could have photocell or vision sensors to check on the chlorophyll content
of the leaves. There could be soil and air sensors to detect ambient
growing conditions, as well as an input keyboard for comments by the testing
person. There could have be a database of good readings for healthy trees
of this species. There could be an internet access to current information
and current tree diseases. A small scanner could upload to a main computer.
This main computer could be located in the car or truck. This main computer
could be used for long term tracking of tree/forest conditions. As an
insurance evaluation tool, this device could evaluate the tree integrity and
the likelihood of blowing over in a high wind. This device could, however,
be a simple as a moisture tester for Christmas trees.




Possible Start Building Blocks -

* Existing concepts for lumber moisture testers, mining core samplers,
maple tree sap access ports, paint color matchers, ultrasonic medical
testing, home inspection testers, etc.

* USPTO Class/Subclasses for "How-To" ideas - 702/36, 324/640, 324/687,
382/141

[Doug]

easy enough to do, but how do you make it mobile?
in other words, a 20 dollar scanner on a 25 dollar tree? does that make
any sense economically?