Biodegradable Insect Trap with Heat-Attracting Design
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Summary
Problems
Existing insect traps are complex to produce and dispose of, and they do not effectively capture a wide range of insect pests, including ants and cockroaches, due to their intricate design and lack of clear disposal methods.
Innovation solutions
An insect trap with a layered body made of biodegradable cardboard sheets and an exothermic body containing iron powder enclosed in an air-permeable bag, which simplifies production and allows for easy disposal by mixing with chicken excreta to accelerate biodegradation, while the exothermic body releases heat to attract and capture pests.
TRIZ Analysis
Specific contradictions:
General conflict description:
Principle concept:
If floor boards are arranged with sufficient vertical space between them to allow entry of large insects, then the insect trap can capture a wide range of pests including ants and cockroaches, but the structure becomes complex requiring many parts and complicated production
Why choose this principle:
The trap body is divided into multiple horizontal floor boards that are stacked vertically with gaps between them. This segmentation allows insects to enter through the gaps while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure. The floor boards can be made from standard materials and assembled in a straightforward manner, reducing production complexity while still achieving the goal of capturing various insect sizes.
Principle concept:
If floor boards are arranged with sufficient vertical space between them to allow entry of large insects, then the insect trap can capture a wide range of pests including ants and cockroaches, but the structure becomes complex requiring many parts and complicated production
Why choose this principle:
The floor board structure serves multiple functions: it provides the entry pathways for insects of different sizes through the gaps, supports the exothermic body above, and maintains the structural integrity of the trap. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby simplifying production while maintaining versatility in pest capture.
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Data Source
AI summary:
An insect trap with a layered body made of biodegradable cardboard sheets and an exothermic body containing iron powder enclosed in an air-permeable bag, which simplifies production and allows for easy disposal by mixing with chicken excreta to accelerate biodegradation, while the exothermic body releases heat to attract and capture pests.
Abstract
An insect trap comprises an exothermic body, and a layered body. The exothermic body is configured to comprise exothermic powder enclosed in an inner bag that is air permeable; the exothermic powder contains iron powder that releases heat when oxidized. The layered body is configured with layers of plate-like elements and comprises gaps as a pathway of entry for an insect pest. A housing space to house the exothermic body is arranged inside the layered body. The layered body and the inner bag are made of a biodegradable raw material.