Device for researching lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks

Abstract

The present invention discloses a device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks that has rails with sliders and a bar with guides for adjusting the position of the animal depending on its size, as well as extensions and auxiliary extensions to increase the size of the retaining plate on which animals are placed for larger animals. Furthermore, the device has containers in which the Lyme disease-transmitting insects are housed. The present invention incorporates a perforation with a diaphragm by means of which the animal is exposed to the insects and the opening or closing of the containers and the diagram are controlled remotely by means of a wireless communication unit. The device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks has installed cameras which allow the animal being tested to be monitored.

Description

[0001] DEVICE FOR DISEASE RESEARCH

[0002] LYME WITH BEDBUGS AND TICKS

[0003] TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The present invention relates to the technical field of engineering, electronics, mechanics, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, epidemiology and entomology, since it provides a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0005] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0006] Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by the bite of infected ticks, mainly Ixodes scapularis in North America and Ixodes ricinus or Ixodes persulcatus in Europe and Asia. The bacteria responsible for the disease are Borrelia burgdorferi in the Americas and Borrelia af zelii and Borrelia garinii in Europe and Asia, respectively.

[0007] The history of Lyme disease dates back to the 1970s in the United States, specifically in the town of Lyme, Connecticut, where an unusual outbreak of arthritis occurred among children. Although the disease existed long before, this outbreak caught the attention of physicians and led to the identification and description of the disease as a specific clinical entity.

[0008] In 1975, physicians Stephen Malawista and Alien Steere, along with colleagues, described an unusual outbreak of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in children in the Lyme, Connecticut area. The cause of the outbreak was initially unknown. In 1977, Willy Burgdorfer, a researcher at the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, isolated and discovered the spirochete bacterium responsible for the disease, which was later named Borrelia burgdorferi in his honor.

[0009] In 1981 the term "Lyme disease" was coined to describe the tick-borne infection that caused the symptoms seen in Lyme, Connecticut.

[0010] In 1982, the connection between tick bites and the transmission of Lyme disease was conclusively established. Furthermore, the first laboratory tests for diagnosing the disease were developed.

[0011] In 1985, the first effective antibiotics were developed to treat Lyme disease, such as doxycycline and amoxicillin.

[0012] In 1991, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first Lyme disease vaccine, known as LYMErix. However, due to concerns about side effects and low demand, the vaccine was withdrawn from the market in 2002.

[0013] From 1990 to 2000, Lyme disease became one of the most prevalent tick-borne diseases in the United States and parts of Europe, Asia, and other regions.

[0014] As awareness of Lyme disease has increased, efforts have been made to improve diagnostic testing and research into its epidemiology, symptoms, and treatments. There has also been a focus on prevention, public education, and the promotion of safe outdoor practices to reduce the risk of tick bites and the spread of the disease.

[0015] It is important to emphasize that Lyme disease remains a public health concern and continued research is needed to address issues such as early diagnosis, effective treatment, and prevention of this infectious disease.

[0016] To study Lyme disease and conduct related research, scientists and doctors use a variety of equipment and tools. Some of the most common equipment used in the study of Lyme disease include:

[0017] The microscope is a fundamental tool for examining blood, tissue, or cerebrospinal fluid samples from patients for the presence of the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi or its components. It can also be used to study ticks and determine whether they are infected.

[0018] The PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technique allows the amplification of the DNA of the bacteria present in the samples, facilitating their detection and diagnosis. PCR is especially useful for rapidly identifying the presence of the bacteria in the early stages of the disease.

[0019] The ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) method is a laboratory technique used to detect specific antibodies against Lyme bacteria in blood samples from patients. It is an initial screening test and can help identify suspected cases for subsequent confirmation. The Western Blot is a more specific test that complements the ELISA and is used to confirm positive results obtained in the previous test. It helps identify specific antibodies against various proteins of the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria.

[0020] Bacterial culture, although more complicated and time-consuming, is performed from samples from the patient or ticks, but it is a valuable tool to confirm the presence of Borrelia burgdorferi.

[0021] DNA sequencing is used to analyze the genome of the Lyme bacteria and to study the strains present in different geographic areas, which helps to understand the epidemiology and diversity of the disease.

[0022] Medical imaging, such as MRI and CT, are used to examine affected organs and tissues for signs of inflammation or damage.

[0023] Epidemiological studies are essential to study the incidence, prevalence and risk factors of Lyme disease in different populations and geographic regions.

[0024] It is important to mention that research on the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi , which causes Lyme disease , is highly regulated and restricted due to safety and biosecurity concerns . Research involving this bacteria is typically conducted in biosafety level 2 or higher laboratories, which have strict protocols in place to prevent accidental exposure and escape of the bacteria . Some common devices and equipment used in laboratory research to study the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi and Lyme disease include:

[0025] • Bacteriological incubators: They are used to cultivate and maintain bacteria under controlled conditions, such as temperature, humidity and CO2 concentration.

[0026] • Shakers and culture shakers: To mix the culture media and keep the bacteria in suspension.

[0027] • Brightfield and darkfield microscopes: To observe the morphology and characteristics of bacteria in culture samples.

[0028] • Centrifuges: To separate and concentrate bacterial cells from samples.

[0029] • Laminar flow hoods and biological safety cabinets: To work safely with the bacteria and minimize exposure.

[0030] • Thermal cyclers: To perform the PCR technique and amplify bacterial DNA.

[0031] • Electrophoresis system: To analyze the results of PCR and other DNA studies.

[0032] • Western blot systems: To analyze specific proteins from the bacteria.

[0033] • Image analysis system: To quantify and analyze the results obtained in the experiments.

[0034] • Laboratory animals: In some cases, animals such as mice are used to study the pathogenesis and immune response to bacterial infection.

[0035] It is worth mentioning that any experimentation with the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi and Lyme disease must be carried out in accordance with the regulations and ethical guidelines established by scientific institutions and health authorities. Furthermore, animal experimentation must follow animal welfare guidelines and be approved by research ethics committees. The safety and security of researchers and the public are of utmost importance in this field of study.

[0036] A search was conducted for the prior art of devices for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks, where it was found that different devices have been developed for this purpose, as mentioned in China patent application document number CN106923927 (A), with publication date of July 7, 2017, which has as its title "A KIND OF DISSECTING DEVICE AND DEAD-END METHOD OF APHID PARASITE", which describes a dissecting device and dead-end method of aphid parasite, where 1 upper side end of the workbench of the dissecting device is installed with a longitudinal holding plate, the horizontal holding plate is connected with the above longitudinal holding plate, the lower surface of the horizontal holding plate is provided with a shadowless lamp,the shadowless lamp is connected by an electric power connection line with an external power supply, and the center of the upper surface of the working table below the shadowless lamp provides a precise dissection device; the magnifying glass bearing is located on the top of the working plate, the top of the magnifying glass holder is connected with a universal tube, the end of the universal tube is connected to a magnifying glass, and the dissection of the object is performed with the magnifying glass and the shadowless lamp, the fixation of the object is performed using the circle of double-sided adhesive tape simultaneously. The document of the utility model of China number CN209450706 (U) was also found, with publication date of October 1, 2019, which has the title "PORTABLE TYPE INSECT PROCESSING OPERATION PLATFORM",which refers to a type of portable type insect processing operation platform, including the station ontology, which is made of a level table and four supporting legs, the bottom surface of the level table is provided with a drawer, which has an attacker at the front of the drawer; the shutter port connecting with the inner cavity of the drawer is located on the level table, the active card is placed with the embedded temporary frame in the shutter port, and the mesh number of the entangled temporary frame is 40 ~ 180, which is close to the anti-escape groove of the annular on the level table of the edge of the shutter port.,

[0037] Finally, the document of the utility model number CN210056324 (U) of China, published on February 14, 2020, was found, which has the title "OPERATION TABLE FOR FIXING AND MICROINJECTING LIVE INSECTS", which discloses a cold room, a base and a fixed module. The utility model has a plurality of fixed slots that have been evenly installed on the upper surface of the fixed module. The rear end of the fixed module is articulated. It has an injection holding plate, a plurality of openings in the injection holding plate and the corresponding injection port in the position of the fixed slot. It can perform the fixation of small insects in batches, in this way, it can reduce the preparation time of the micro operation.

[0038] The documents cited above refer to devices for dissecting, operating and injecting insects, but they do not show evidence of being devices for conducting research on small or medium-sized animal species that contract Lyme disease, nor do they describe having a mechanism that allows adjusting the positioning depending on the size of the animal to be experimented on.

[0039] The previous documents do not show evidence of having containers where the insects that transmit Lyme disease are housed, and said containers can be selected remotely for opening or closing, nor do they describe having a perforation through which the animal being tested is exposed to the insects, which is also adjustable depending on the size of said animal being tested.

[0040] None of the documents mentioned describe having cameras installed that allow monitoring the animal being tested.

[0041] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0042] The present invention aims to provide a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks, which has rails with slides and a bar with guides to adjust the positioning of the animal depending on its size, as well as extensions to increase the size of the retention plate where the animal under investigation is placed.

[0043] Another object of the present invention is to provide a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks, which has containers in which the insects that transmit Lyme disease are housed.

[0044] A further object of the present invention is to provide a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks, which integrates a wireless communication unit that allows the containers to be opened or closed remotely.

[0045] Another object of the present invention is to provide a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks, which has a diaphragm perforation through which the animal under investigation is exposed to the insects, which is also adjustable remotely, depending on the size of said animal under investigation.

[0046] A further object of the present invention is to provide a device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks, which has cameras installed, which allow monitoring of the animal under experimentation.

[0047] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0048] The characteristic details of this novel device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks are clearly shown in the following description and in the accompanying figures, as well as an illustration of the former, and following the same reference signs to indicate the parts shown. However, said figures are shown as an example and should not be considered as limiting for the present invention. Figure 1 shows a side perspective view of the device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0049] Figure 2 shows a top view of the device for researching Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0050] Figure 3 shows a detailed view of the rails and bars of the Lyme disease research device for bed bugs and ticks.

[0051] Figure 4 shows a bottom perspective view of the bar of the Lyme disease research device with bed bugs and ticks.

[0052] Figure 5 shows a detailed view of the rail of the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks.

[0053] Figure 6 shows a bottom perspective view of the Lyme disease research device with bed bugs and ticks.

[0054] Figure 7 shows a top perspective view of the Lyme disease research device with bed bugs and ticks.

[0055] Figure 8 shows a detailed view of the extensions and auxiliary extensions of the device for researching Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0056] Figure 9 shows a detailed view of the top covers of the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks.

[0057] Figure 10 shows a top perspective view of the device for Lyme disease research with bed bugs and ticks, with the diaphragm closed. Figure 11 shows a top perspective view of the device for Lyme disease research with bed bugs and ticks, with the diaphragm open.

[0058] Figure 12 shows a detailed top view of the container carrier of the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks, with the top lids closed.

[0059] Figure 13 shows a detailed view of the top cover axis assembled to the cover rail of the bed bug and tick Lyme disease research device.

[0060] Figure 14 shows a detailed side view of the container carrier of the device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0061] Figure 15 shows a detailed top perspective view of the container carrier of the Lyme disease research device with bed bugs and ticks, with an open top lid and a container outside the container carrier.

[0062] Figure 16 shows a detailed view of the lid rail and lid of the bed bug and tick Lyme disease research device.

[0063] Figure 17 shows a side perspective view of the Lyme disease research device with bed bugs and ticks, without the extensions.

[0064] Figure 18 shows a side view of the transparency of the Lyme disease bed bug and tick research device, without the extensions. Figure 19 shows a bottom perspective view of the Lyme disease bed bug and tick research device, without the container holder.

[0065] Figure 20 shows a detailed view of the extensions and auxiliary extensions of the device for researching Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks.

[0066] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0067] For a better understanding of the present invention, the parts that make up the device for researching Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks are listed below:

[0068] 1. Retaining plate

[0069] 2. Drilling

[0070] 3. Cylinder

[0071] 4. Base

[0072] 5. Opening

[0073] 6. Diaphragm

[0074] 7. Rails

[0075] 8. Sliding

[0076] 9. Bar

[0077] 10. Guides

[0078] 11. Support

[0079] 12. Means of fastening

[0080] 13. Extension

[0081] 14. Lanes

[0082] 15. Auxiliary extensions

[0083] 16 . Slot

[0084] 17 . Cursor

[0085] 18 . Arm 19 Camera

[0086] 20. Slits

[0087] 21 Container Port is

[0088] 22. Projections

[0089] 23 Separator

[0090] 24 Container

[0091] 25. Fixing means

[0092] 26 . Covers

[0093] 27 Jaladera

[0094] 28 . Lid rail

[0095] 29 . Cover

[0096] 30. Followers

[0097] 31. Grooving

[0098] 32 Upper Tapas

[0099] 33 . And I

[0100] 34. Paw

[0101] With reference to the figures, the device for researching Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks is formed by a retention plate (1), which has a perforation (2) in the center; a cylinder (3) that is preferably hollow inside and is installed with its upper periphery in the perforation (2) of the retention plate (1); a base (4) that preferably has an opening (5) in its center that is the same diameter as the perforation (2), is installed on the lower periphery of the cylinder (3), this configuration allows the retention plate (1) and the base (4) to be fixed in parallel, leaving a separation between said parts; a diaphragm (6) is installed in the upper part of the cylinder (3); a first control module (not illustrated) is installed inside the separation between the retention plate (1) and the base (4);a diaphragm actuator (not illustrated) is installed inside the first control module (not illustrated), this configuration allows the diaphragm (6) to be opened or closed to different diameters to adjust to the size of the animal being tested on the device for research into Lyme disease with bedbugs and ticks; the diaphragm (6) is preferably mechanical.

[0102] Rails (7) are installed on the upper face of the retention plate (1); each of the rails (7) extend from each of the corners of the retention plate (1) until reaching the perforation (2), preferably diagonally; a slide (8) is assembled from its lower part in each of the rails (7); a bar (9) that is preferably curved, has a guide (10) in the lower part, which is configured to assemble in the upper part of two of the slides (8), and another bar (9) of the same characteristics is assembled in the upper part of the other two slides (8); the rails (7) and the guides (10) are configured to move the bars (9) in such a way that they can be brought closer to or further away from the perforation (2) to adjust to the length of the animal under experimentation.

[0103] At least one support (11) is installed on the top of each of the bars (9) and is configured to move along said bar (9); a fastening means (12) is installed on each of the supports (11), this configuration allows the legs of the animal to be fastened according to its size; the fastening means (12) can be straps, a strap, belts, bands or a combination of the above.

[0104] Two extensions (13) that are preferably "L" shaped and that are hollow inside, are installed within the separation between the retention plate (1) and the base (4); rails (14) are preferably installed on one of the sides of the interior of each of the sides of the extensions (13); an auxiliary extension (15) is installed on each of the rails (14) that are inside the extensions (13); said extensions (13) are configured to move with a diagonal movement in the horizontal plane towards the outside of the retention plate (1) expanding two of its corners, and in this way extending the surface of said retention plate (1);the rails (14) are configured to be able to move each of the auxiliary extensions (15) in a linear movement in the horizontal plane, leading them towards the outside of the extensions (13), and in this way cover the empty space that remains between said extensions (13) when they move to extend the surface of the retention plate (1), and thus be able to place larger animals.

[0105] A slot (16) is located on the outer side of the longer side of each of the extensions (13); a cursor (17) is installed inside each of the slots (16); an arm (18) which is preferably flexible, is installed at one of its ends in each of the cursors (17), and at the opposite end of each arm (18) a camera (19) is installed; the slots (16) are configured to move the cursors (17) along the retention plate (1), and in this way position the cameras (19) at different distances; the arms (18) are configured to move the cameras (19) closer to or further away from the animal being tested; the cameras (19) are configured to monitor the animal being tested, as well as the bedbugs and / or ticks during the experiment process; The cameras (19) are connected to the first control module (not illustrated).

[0106] Slits (20) are located on the underside of the base (4) around the opening (5), preferably spaced equidistantly; a container carrier (21) has protrusions (22) on its front and back, which protrude towards the top of the container carrier (21) such that an empty space remains at the top of the container carrier (21); a separator (23), preferably cross-shaped, is installed at the top of the container carrier (21) in the empty space between the protrusions (22); the separator (23) is of a lower height than the protrusions (22) and is configured to divide the space of the container carrier (21) and thus install a container (24) in each of the spaces created by the separator (23); fixing means (25) are installed in each of the corners of the upper part of the projections (22);the fixing means (25) are configured to assemble in the grooves (20), and in this way fix the container carrier (21) in the lower part of the base (4); the container carrier;

[0107] (21) is centered in the opening (5).

[0108] Covers (26) that preferably have a half-circle shape, are installed on the straight part at the top of each of the sides of the container carrier (21), aligned at the height of the separator (23); the covers (26) are fixed by one of their ends on the projections (22) of the front part, and the opposite end is fixed on the projections

[0109] (22) of the back; the covers (26) are configured to cover the space left uncovered by the opening (5) when fixing the container carrier (21) to the lower part of the base (4), this to prevent bed bugs or ticks from escaping when opening the containers.

[0110] A handle (27) is installed at the outer end of each of the containers (24); the handle (27) is configured to manually insert each of the containers (24) into the container carrier (21) from one side; a lid rail (28) is located on the sides of the upper part of each container (24); lids (29) have a follower (30) installed on each of the lower sides; the lids (29) are configured to close the containers (24) by assembling the followers (30) on the lid rails (28) and in this way being able to open or close said containers (24) by manually sliding the lids (29).

[0111] Two grooves (31) are located on the upper part of the inner face of each of the projections (22), positioned above the covers (26); some upper covers (32) each have, on one of their sides, an axis (33); the grooves (31) are configured to introduce the axis (33) of each of the upper covers (32) and in this way cover the upper part of each of the containers (24).

[0112] A second control module (not shown) is installed inside each of the projections (22); lid actuators (not shown) are installed in the second control modules (not shown); the shafts (33) are installed in the lid actuators (not shown); this configuration allows each of the upper lids (32) to be opened or closed automatically and independently by means of the shafts (33), moving said upper lids (32) along the grooves (31) when testing the device for Lyme disease research with bedbugs and ticks.

[0113] A leg (34) is installed at each of the corners of the bottom of the base (4); the legs (34) are configured to provide stability and support to the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks.

[0114] A power supply (not illustrated) is installed inside the first control module (not illustrated) and / or in the second control module (not illustrated); the power supplies (not illustrated) are configured to transmit electrical power to the first and second control modules (not illustrated) and in this way activate the chambers (19), the diaphragm actuator (not illustrated) and the lid actuators (not illustrated) for correct operation; the diaphragm actuator (not illustrated). The lid actuators (not illustrated) can be hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and / or a combination of the above.

[0115] A switch (not shown) is installed on the outside of one of the projections (22), which is configured to energize or de-energize the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks.

[0116] A charging port (not shown) is installed on the outside of one of the projections (22), connected to the power supplies (not shown); the charging port (not shown) is configured to recharge the power supplies (not shown) by connecting by means of one end of a cable (not shown) to an electrical power outlet (not shown), and by the opposite end to the charging port (not shown); the power supplies (not shown) are preferably rechargeable batteries.

[0117] A wireless communication unit (not illustrated) is installed in one of the control modules (not illustrated); the wireless communication unit (not illustrated) is configured to remotely operate the device for researching Lyme disease with bed bugs and ticks in real time by means of a smart device; the wireless communication unit (not illustrated) can be via Bluetooth, WiFi (Wireless Fidelity), or UWB (Ultra Wide Band).

[0118] The retention plate (1), the base (4), the container holder (21), the projections (22), the containers (24), the handles (27), the covers (29) and the upper covers (32) are preferably rectangular prismatic in shape.

[0119] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0120] Examples

[0121] The following examples illustrate a preferred way of carrying out the present invention, and should not be considered as limiting it.

[0122] Example 1. Preparation and operation of the device for research into Lyme disease using bedbugs and ticks. With reference to the figures mentioned above, the container carrier (21) is installed in the lower part of the base (4) by introducing the fixing means (25) into the slots.

[0123] (20) , in this way the container carrier is positioned

[0124] (21) covering part of the opening (5), and with the covers (26) said opening (5) is completely covered.

[0125] The bedbugs and / or ticks are introduced into each of the containers (24) by sliding the lids (29) to open said containers. Once the insects are inside, the lids (29) are slid again to close the containers (24). Once this is done, each of the containers is taken by means of the j-wings (27) and introduced into each of the spaces of the container carrier (21).

[0126] Subsequently, an animal is placed on the retention plate (1) and the bars (9) are adjusted to the size of the species being tested, moving said bars back or forward with the slides (8) through the rails (7), to hold the animal, the front legs are placed on the supports (11) and are held with the holding means (12), the supports (11) move along the bar (9) to adjust so that the legs are in a comfortable position for the animal, after this, the operation is repeated with the hind legs on the rear bar (9). When making the adjustments to hold the animal, care must be taken that the stomach is centered on the perforation (2) so that when the diaphragm (6) is opened it is completely aligned with the animal.If the size of the animal in question exceeds the surface of the retention plate (1), the extensions (13) are deployed so that they extend two of the corners of the retention plate (1), subsequently the auxiliary extensions (15) that are located inside the extensions (13) are slid outwards by means of the rails (14), in order to thus extend the surface of the opposite corners where said extensions (13) are located.

[0127] To monitor the animal, the distance of the cameras (19) is adjusted by flexing the arms (18) and / or moving the cursor (17) through the slot (16).

[0128] To start the investigation, the switch (not illustrated) is activated to energize the first control module (not illustrated) and the second control modules (not illustrated) by means of the power supplies (not illustrated), subsequently a smartphone is linked to the Lyme disease research device by means of the wireless communication unit (not illustrated) for its operation, to conclude the preparation the lids (29) of the containers (24) are slid to expose the insects when the upper lids (32) are opened.

[0129] The operating parameters are programmed with the smartphone, determining the opening diameter of the diaphragm (6) depending on the size of the species, where said opening will be carried out by means of the diaphragm actuator (not illustrated), likewise, the opening of the upper cover (32) is programmed, which is required to be opened by means of the cover actuators (not illustrated), to finalize the programming, the cameras (19) are activated to carry out the monitoring.

[0130] In view of the foregoing, it is reiterated that the scope of the present invention should not be limited by the embodiments specifically described, and it is understood that variations may be made in various ways. Such variations should not be considered as a departure from the spirit and scope of the invention, and all such modifications may be obvious to one skilled in the art and should be included within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. A device for researching Lyme disease by means of bed bugs and ticks, characterized in that it comprises: a retention plate (1) having a perforation (2) in its center; a cylinder (3) is installed with its upper periphery in the perforation (2); a base (4) having an opening (5) in its center is installed on the lower periphery of the cylinder (3), such that the retention plate (1) and the base (4) are in parallel; a diaphragm (6) is installed in the upper part of the cylinder (3); a first control module is installed inside the separation between the retention plate (1) and the base (4); a diaphragm actuator is installed inside the first control module; rails (7) are installed on the upper face of the retention plate (1); a slide (8) is assembled from its lower part in each of the rails (7); a bar (9) has a guide (10) at the bottom which is assembled on the top of two of the slides (8); another bar (9) is assembled on the top of the other two slides (8); at least one support (11) is installed on the top of each of the bars (9); a fastening means (12) is installed on each of the supports (11); two extensions (13) are installed within the gap between the retaining plate (1) and the base (4); rails (14) are installed inside each of the sides of the extensions (13); an auxiliary extension (15) is installed on each of the rails (14) that are inside the extensions (13); a slot (16) is located on the outer side of the longest side of each of the extensions (13); a cursor (17) is installed inside each of the slots (16); an arm (18) is installed at one of its ends in each of the cursors (17), and at the opposite end of each arm (18) a camera (19) is installed, which are connected to the first control module; some slits (20) are located on the lower face of the base (4), on the contour of the opening (5); a container carrier (21) has on the front and on the back some projections (22) such that there is an empty space in the upper part of said container carrier (21); a separator (23) is installed in the upper part of the container carrier (21), in the space between the projections (22); the separator (23) sections the space of the container carrier (21) to install a container (24) in each of the spaces; fixing means (25) are installed in each of the corners of the upper part of the projections (22); the fixing means (25) are assembled in the slots (20) to fix the container carrier (21) in the lower part of the base (4); some covers (26) are installed on the straight part at the top of each of the sides of the container carrier (21), aligned at the height of the separator (23);the covers (26) cover the space left uncovered by the opening (5) when fixing the container carrier (21) to the lower part of the base (4); a handle (27) is installed at the outer end of each of the containers (24); a lid rail (28) is located on the sides of the upper part of each container (24); some covers (29) have a follower (30) installed on each of the lower sides; the lids (29) are installed in each of the containers (24) by assembling the followers (30) in the lid rails (28); two grooves (31) are located in the upper part of the inner face of each of the projections (22) positioned in the upper part of the covers (26); some upper lids (32) each have on one of their sides an axis (33) that assemble in each of the grooves (31) covering each of the containers (24); a second control module is installed inside each of the projections (22); some lid actuators are installed in the second control modules; the axis (33) are installed in the lid actuators; a leg (34) is installed in each of the corners of the lower part of the base (4); A power supply is installed inside the first control module and the second control module;and a wireless communication unit is installed in one of the control modules.; 2. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the cylinder (3) is hollow inside.

3. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the opening (5) is the same diameter as the perforation (2).

4. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the diaphragm (6) is mechanical.

5. The device of claims 1 and 3 characterized in that the rails (7) extend from each of the corners of the retaining plate (1) until reaching the perforation (2).

6. The device of claims 1 and 5 characterized in that the rails (7) are diagonal.

7. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the bar (9) is curved.

8. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the fastening means (12) are straps, straps, bands and / or the combination of the above.

9. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the extensions (13) are "L" shaped and are hollow inside.

10. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the arm (18) is flexible.

11. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the slits (20) are equidistant.

12. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the projections (22) project towards the upper part of the container carrier (21).

13. The device of claims 1 and 12 characterized in that the separator (23) is in the form of a cross with a lower height than the projections (22).

14. The device of claims 1, 3 and 12 characterized in that the container carrier (21) is centered in the opening (5).

15. The device of claim 1 characterized in that the covers (26) have a half-circle shape.

16. The device of claims 1, 12, 13 and 15 characterized in that the covers (26) are fixed by one of their ends to the projections (22) of the front part, and the opposite end is fixed to the projections (22) of the rear part.

17. The device of claims 1, 12, 13, 14, and 16 characterized in that the retention plate (1), the base (4), the container holder (21), the projections (22), the containers (24), the handles (27), the TI caps ( 29 ) and top caps ( 32 ) are rectangular prismatic in shape.

18. The device for research of Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks of the preceding claims characterized in that the diaphragm actuator and the cap actuators are hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and / or the combination of the above.

19. The device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks of the preceding claims characterized in that a switch is installed on the outside of one of the projections (22).

20. The device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks of the preceding claims characterized in that a charging port is installed on the outside of one of the projections (22) connected to the power sources.

21. The device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks of the preceding claims characterized in that the power sources are rechargeable batteries.

22. The device for researching Lyme disease by means of bedbugs and ticks of the preceding claims characterized in that the wireless communication unit is by means of Bluetooth, WiFi or UWB.

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