Device for carrying out selection preference function test

By designing a detachable insect experimental device, the problems of separation and observation in parasitic wasp selection preference experiments were solved, which simplified operation, reduced costs and improved data reliability, and is applicable to a variety of host selection experiments.

CN223463524UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-24GUIZHOU UNIV
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Application Number
CN202423053533.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-11
Publication Date
2025-10-24
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-11

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Technical Problem

Existing experimental setups cannot accurately separate host insects, cannot conduct selection preference experiments, and lack specialized equipment for observing the selection preferences of parasitic wasps.

Method used

A device comprising an upper shell and a lower shell was designed. The lower shell contains a support column and a baffle to separate the cavity, while the upper shell has a through hole and a cotton strip for parasitic wasps to feed on. The device is connected by a snap-fit ​​structure and is equipped with a mesh and wire mesh to control the movement of the insects. The materials are common and detachable.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies experimental procedures, reduces errors, improves data reliability, lowers costs, and increases experimental efficiency, making it suitable for various host-selective experiments.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a device for carrying out a selection preference function test, which relates to the technical field of insect test devices and comprises an upper shell, a lower shell is detachably connected below the upper shell, a supporting column is fixedly connected to the center of the inner bottom surface of the lower shell, and a plurality of baffles are detachably connected to the supporting column in the radial direction. The side, away from the supporting column, of the baffle is attached to the inner wall of the lower shell, a through hole is formed in the center of the top face of the upper shell, a cotton strip is detachably connected to the through hole, and honey water is dropwise added to the cotton strip for feeding of parasitic wasps. According to the utility model, selection preference experiments can be completed more simply, and errors of instruments and operations can be reduced, so that experimental data are more credible and rigorous.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to insect test device technical field especially, it relates to a device of carrying out selection preference function test. BACKGROUND

[0002] The parasitism of parasitic wasps can be observed to determine the fitness of hosts to parasitic wasps, and the comparison of different host-parasitic wasp systems can provide information for clarifying the coevolution relationship between parasitic wasps and hosts. The predation selection preference is also the same, which can provide information for clarifying the coevolution relationship between predators and prey, and can also determine the fitness between prey and predators. Therefore, the selection preference experiment is an indispensable part of the research on natural enemy insects.

[0003] However, there is still no suitable experimental device to carry out the selection preference experiment, or the existing experimental device does not specifically focus on the mutual influence between hosts (prey), and does not separate the hosts (prey) to accurately observe the selection preference.

[0004] Therefore, the utility model provides a device of carrying out selection preference function test to solve the above-mentioned prior art problems. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0005] To achieve the above object, the utility model provides the following scheme: the utility model provides a device of carrying out selection preference function test, including upper casing, the lower casing is detachably connected below the upper casing, the inner bottom surface center of the lower casing is fixedly connected with a support column, a plurality of baffle plates are detachably connected with the support column in the radial direction, the side, away from the support column, of the baffle plate is attached to the inner wall of the lower casing, a through hole is formed in the center of the top surface of the upper casing, a cotton bar is detachably connected to the through hole, honey water is added to the cotton bar for parasitic wasps to feed on.

[0006] Preferably, the upper casing and the lower casing are both circular truncated cone shapes.

[0007] Preferably, a clamping groove is installed on the inner top surface of the upper casing, the clamping groove is in communication with the through hole, and the clamping groove is used for fixing the cotton bar.

[0008] Preferably, a gauze net is arranged at the joint of the upper casing and the lower casing, a circular hole is arranged in the center of the gauze net, and the circular hole is matched with the support column.

[0009] Preferably, the gauze net is a circular ring shape, and can be opened or closed in the radial direction of the support column.

[0010] Preferably, a handle is fixedly connected to the gauze net.

[0011] Preferably, the lower shell is detachably connected with a wire mesh, and the wire mesh is located at a position close to the bottom of the lower shell.

[0012] The utility model discloses the following technical effects: the parasitic bee or predatory insects is loaded from the through -hole, and the development of test is convenient, and the baffle divides the lower shell into a plurality of cavities, and the selection function experiment of two or more than two hosts is convenient to carry out, and the honey water is added on the cotton strip, and the parasitic bee is provided with food, the upper shell and the lower shell adopt the buckle structure and carry out detachable connection, and the development of test is convenient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0013] The drawings constituting a part of the present application are used to provide further understanding of the present application, and the illustrative embodiments of the present application and the description thereof are used to explain the present application, and do not constitute improper limitation on the present application.

[0014] Figure 1 It is the structural schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 It is the structural schematic diagram of the lower shell of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 It is the internal structure schematic diagram of the upper shell of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 It is the structural schematic diagram of the gauze of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 It is the internal structure schematic diagram of the lower shell of the utility model;

[0019] In the drawing: 1, upper shell;2, lower shell;3, through -hole;4, support column;5, baffle;6, buckle groove;7, cotton strip;8, gauze;9, handle;10, wire mesh. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] With reference to the drawings of the embodiments of the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present application, but not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present application, all the other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0021] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application more apparent, clear and understandable, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the drawings and specific embodiments.

[0022] Referring to Figures 1-5 As shown in the drawings, the present embodiment provides a device for carrying out selection preference function test, which comprises an upper shell 1, a lower shell 2 detachably connected below the upper shell 1, a support column 4 fixedly connected to the center of the inner bottom surface of the lower shell 2, a plurality of baffles 5 radially detachably connected to the support column 4, the side of the baffle 5 away from the support column 4 being attached to the inner wall of the lower shell 2, a through hole 3 being formed in the center of the top surface of the upper shell 1, and a cotton strip 7 being detachably connected at the through hole 3, honey water being added to the cotton strip 7 for parasitic bees to feed on.

[0023] The parasitic bees or predatory insects are loaded from the through hole 3, facilitating the carrying out of the test, the lower shell 2 being divided into a plurality of cavities by the baffles 5, facilitating the carrying out of selection function test of two or more than two hosts, the honey water being added to the cotton strip 7 to provide food for the parasitic bees; the upper shell 1 and the lower shell 2 being detachably connected by a buckle structure, facilitating the carrying out of the test. The present application can more simply complete the selection preference test, and can reduce errors due to instruments and operations, so that the experimental data is more reliable and rigorous. Since the materials used in the entire experimental device are ordinary common materials, the cost is not high, and the entire experimental device can be detached, when some small components are not needed in the experiment, it can be detached, at the same time, the baffles 5 can be assembled into the lower shell 2, that is, the selectivity of two pairs or more than two pairs of hosts can be carried out, the operation steps of the experiment are simplified, the problem of repeated operation caused by instruments can be avoided, the workload in the experimental process is reduced, and the experimental efficiency is improved.

[0024] The buckle structure is usually used for the embedded connection or integral locking of one part to another. Its composition mainly includes the following two key parts: positioning part: the main function of the positioning part is to guide the buckle to reach the predetermined installation position smoothly, correctly and quickly during installation. It ensures that the buckle can accurately align and connect two parts, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the connection. Fastener: the fastener is another important component of the buckle structure. It is responsible for firmly connecting two parts together. Depending on the requirements, the fastener can be divided into two types: detachable and non-detachable. Detachable fastener: this type of fastener is designed to detach the buckle after applying a certain separation force, and the two connected parts are separated. This design allows the connected parts to be easily disassembled and reassembled, suitable for parts that need to be frequently disassembled. Non-detachable fastener: this type of fastener requires manual deflection or destruction of the fastener to detach the two parts. It is mainly used for parts that do not need to be disassembled during use to ensure the durability and stability of the connection.

[0025] Further optimization scheme, the upper shell 1 and the lower shell 2 are both circular truncated cone shapes.

[0026] Further optimization scheme, the upper shell 1 is provided with a clamping groove 6 on the inner top surface, the clamping groove 6 is in communication with the through hole 3, and the clamping groove 6 is used for fixing the cotton strip 7. The clamping groove 6 is provided to fix the cotton strip 7, which ensures the stability of the structure.

[0027] Further optimization scheme, the upper shell 1 and the lower shell 2 are provided with a gauze 8 at the joint, the gauze 8 is provided with a circular hole in the center, and the circular hole is matched with the support column 4. The gauze 8 is used to prevent the parasitic bee or flying predatory insect from directly entering a certain host area and affecting the experiment.

[0028] Further optimization scheme, the gauze 8 is in the shape of a circular ring and can be opened or closed radially along the support column 4. The circular gauze 8 is sleeved on the support column 4 and can rotate around it to open or close the gauze 8.

[0029] Further optimization scheme, the gauze 8 is fixedly connected with a handle 9. The handle 9 is provided to facilitate operation.

[0030] Further optimization scheme, the lower shell 2 is detachably connected with a wire mesh 10, and the wire mesh 10 is located near the bottom of the lower shell 2. The wire mesh 10 is placed in the lower shell 2 at a certain distance from the bottom, and water or other preservation substances can be added in this space. If preservation is not needed, the wire mesh 10 can be removed.

[0031] In the description of the utility model, need understanding is, the term "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer" and so on indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawing, just for the convenience of describing the utility model, and not indicate or imply that the indicated device or element must have a particular orientation, construct and operate in a particular orientation, therefore can not be understood as limiting the utility model.

[0032] The above-described embodiments are only descriptions of the preferred modes of the utility model, and do not limit the scope of the utility model, and various modifications and improvements to the technical solutions of the utility model made by those skilled in the art without departing from the design spirit of the utility model should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. An apparatus for conducting a test of a selection preference function, characterized by: The utility model provides a parasitic bee breeding device, including upper shell (1), upper shell (1) is detachably connected with lower shell (2) below, the inner bottom surface center of lower shell (2) is fixed with support column (4), a plurality of baffle (5) are detachably connected to support column (4) radially, the inner wall of lower shell (2) is pasted with the side away from support column (4) of baffle (5), the top center of upper shell (1) is equipped with through -hole (3), and through -hole (3) is detachably connected with cotton wool (7), and cotton wool (7) drips with honey water, and is used for parasitic bee to eat.

2. The apparatus for conducting a preference function test according to claim 1, wherein: The upper shell (1) and the lower shell (2) are both circular truncated cone shapes.

3. The apparatus for conducting a preference function test according to claim 1, wherein: A clamping groove (6) is installed on the inner top surface of the upper shell (1), the clamping groove (6) is communicated with the through hole (3), and the clamping groove (6) is used for fixing the cotton wool (7).

4. The apparatus for conducting a preference function test according to claim 1, wherein: A gauze net (8) is arranged at the joint of the upper shell (1) and the lower shell (2), the gauze net (8) is provided with a circular hole at the center, and the circular hole is matched with the support column (4).

5. The apparatus for conducting a test of a preference function according to claim 4, wherein: The gauze net (8) is a circular ring, which can be opened or closed radially along the support column (4).

6. The apparatus for conducting a test of a preference function according to claim 4, wherein: A handle (9) is fixedly connected to the gauze net (8).

7. The apparatus for conducting a preference function test according to claim 1, wherein: An iron wire net (10) is detachably connected in the lower shell (2), and the iron wire net (10) is located at the position close to the bottom of the lower shell (2).