Termite monitoring control device based on video sensing

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of termite monitoring control device based on video sensing, including being installed on the ground and killing box and cover in the outside killing box isolation cover, still including the installation pit being opened on the ground, killing box is half-buried on the ground by installation pit, the bottom of the inside killing box is provided with bait assembly, bait assembly is used to lure termite into killing box and eat bait, the bottom of killing box surface is opened with annular array distribution's access hole;The utility model is video shooting by camera, real-time collection and transmission killing box internal video information, support remote switching video, photographing mode, without manual on-site check, reduce work intensity, adapt the distributed placement of killing box, while the collection and analysis of video information, not only convenient timely realize the monitoring and control of device, and timely confirm bait state, avoid waste and mildew, influence killing effect, and calculate bait consumption, convenient timely replenish bait.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of termite extermination technology, specifically a termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing. Background Technology

[0002] Termites in the soil gnaw on the roots of crops and trees, causing significant damage to crops and leading to reduced yields of food crops and a decline in the quality of cash crops. At the same time, termites threaten the structural safety of ancient buildings by boring into wood and damage the root systems of native tree species in forest ecosystems, exacerbating the risk of soil erosion. Currently, the main method for exterminating termites in the soil is baiting, which involves placing bait so that the termites can eat the bait and be killed. This method requires placing the bait in a suitable location and leaving an entrance and exit for the termites.

[0003] However, existing termite extermination devices have relatively limited functions. After the bait is placed, it is easily eaten by other target organisms, and it is impossible to keep track of the remaining amount of bait in time to determine when to refill it. They rely heavily on manual maintenance and inspection, which is labor-intensive. Furthermore, they cannot monitor termite activity in real time, and the extermination effect and termite count at the placement point cannot be monitored in a timely manner. Based on this, we propose a termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing. By adapting the sensor, it allows personnel to remotely monitor termite activity and adjust the device in a timely manner. This solves the problems of existing termite extermination devices having limited functions, easy feeding by other target organisms after bait is placed, inability to promptly grasp the remaining amount of bait to determine the timing of bait replenishment, heavy reliance on manual maintenance and inspection, high workload, and inability to monitor termite activity in real time, thus failing to promptly grasp the extermination effect and termite count at the placement point.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing, comprising a termite extermination box installed on the ground and an isolation cover covering the outside of the extermination box. The extermination box is partially buried in the ground through an installation pit. A bait assembly is provided at the bottom of the inner side of the extermination box, and toxic bait is laid flat on the bait assembly. The bait assembly is used to lure termites into the extermination box and consume the bait. A ring-shaped array of entry and exit holes is opened at the bottom of the surface of the extermination box, through which termites enter the extermination box. An isolation plate is installed on the surface of the extermination box above the entry and exit holes. A top cover is detachably connected to the extermination box. A video monitoring assembly is provided at the top of the inner side of the top cover. The video monitoring assembly is used to collect video information inside the extermination box. A solar panel is fixedly installed on the top of the top cover. The video monitoring component includes a protective cover fixedly connected to the inside of the top cover, a circuit board disposed inside the protective cover, and a camera disposed on the surface of the circuit board.

[0006] Furthermore, the shield has a mesh structure, and the bottom of the shield is fixed to the ground, which facilitates the transmission of light through the shield to the solar panels.

[0007] Furthermore, the bait assembly includes a support block fixedly connected to the inner wall of the extermination box and a bait plate installed at the bottom of the inner side of the extermination box via the support block. The bait plate and the bottom of the extermination box enclose each other to form a water storage cavity. A drain pipe is installed at the lower end of the extermination box, and the drain pipe is connected to the water storage cavity. The drain pipe is used to drain the water in the water storage cavity.

[0008] Furthermore, the support blocks are arranged in a ring array, the lower end of the bait plate is attached to the support blocks, multiple support blocks are used to support the bait plate, and there is a gap between the bait plate and the extermination box. The surface of the bait plate has several arrayed feed holes.

[0009] Furthermore, a hydrophobic coating is provided on the inner wall of the inlet and outlet holes, and the height of the inlet and outlet holes is flush with the upper surface of the bait plate.

[0010] Furthermore, the isolation plate has a comb-like structure. One end of the isolation plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the extermination box through a ring seat, and the other end of the isolation plate extends to the outside of the inlet and outlet. The isolation plate blocks the outside of the inlet and outlet to isolate sand and gravel.

[0011] Furthermore, a battery compartment and a light are located on the side of the camera on the surface of the circuit board, and a transparent window is provided at the bottom of the protective cover. The camera and the light are both adapted to the transparent window, and a battery is installed in the battery compartment.

[0012] It's important to note that the lighting provides illumination for the camera, facilitating video capture and ensuring clear imaging even in complete darkness. The communication module on the circuit board is an NB-IoT low-power module, enabling remote data transmission. The camera uses a 2-megapixel starlight-level sensor with a 120° wide-angle lens, supporting H.265 video encoding and JPEG image processing. Video and photo modes can be switched remotely. Viewing the video allows personnel to easily confirm termite activity and bait levels inside the device. During routine placement, images can be captured and analyzed: deep learning object detection algorithms (such as YOLOv5) are used to process the captured images, first establishing a termite feature database (containing termite samples from different angles and in different quantities). The system uses a trained model to identify individual termites in images and removes duplicate detection boxes using a non-maximum suppression algorithm, enabling automatic termite counting. For bait quantity analysis, image segmentation technology is employed. By comparing the initial bait area (set as a 100% baseline) with the current pixel percentage of the bait area, and combining this with the scale reference lines on the bait board surface, the system calculates bait consumption. Simultaneously, it identifies moldy areas of the bait through grayscale value changes (automatically triggering a replacement reminder when the moldy area exceeds 20%). The system uploads the analysis results (termite count, remaining bait, consumption rate) to a remote platform in real time via an NB-IoT module. When the number of termites in a single image exceeds 50 or the 24-hour bait consumption exceeds 100g, an early warning message is automatically pushed to the management terminal to assist in formulating precise extermination strategies.

[0013] Furthermore, a wiring hole is provided at the top of the cover, through which the solar panel is connected to the battery via wiring.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application has the following beneficial effects: 1. This video-sensor-based termite monitoring and control device collects and transmits real-time video information from inside the extermination box through camera video capture. It supports remote switching between video and photo modes, eliminating the need for on-site manual inspection, reducing workload, and is suitable for distributed placement of extermination boxes. At the same time, the collection and analysis of video information not only facilitates timely monitoring and control of the device, but also allows for timely confirmation of the bait status, avoiding waste and mold that could affect the extermination effect, and calculates the amount of bait consumed, facilitating timely replenishment of bait. 2. In this video-sensor-based termite monitoring and control device, termites need to enter the device through the entry and exit holes. The outside of the entry and exit holes is protected by an isolation plate to prevent sand and gravel from clogging them. At the same time, soil moisture can easily seep into the extermination box through the entry and exit holes. The gap between the bait plate and the extermination box is used to divert the moisture to the water storage chamber, thus preventing the bait from getting damp. 3. This termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing utilizes a solar panel and battery structure to power the device. The continuous discharge of the solar panel results in a longer overall battery life and adapts to outdoor environments without power grids. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a half-sectional view of the present invention. Figure 2 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the structure of the extermination box of this utility model. Figure 3 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the internal structure of the extermination box of this utility model. Figure 4 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the bait plate structure of this utility model. Figure 5 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the circuit board structure of this utility model. Figure 6 The diagram shown is a schematic of the inlet / outlet hole structure of this utility model.

[0016] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Killing box; 101. Support block; 102. Bait plate; 103. Feed hole; 2. Isolation cover; 3. Inlet / outlet hole; 4. Isolation plate; 5. Top cover; 51. Solar panel; 6. Protective cover; 7. Circuit board; 71. Battery box; 72. Lighting lamp; 8. Camera. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0018] Please see Figures 1-6This embodiment of a termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing includes a termite extermination box 1 installed on the ground and an isolation cover 2 covering the outside of the extermination box 1. The extermination box 1 is partially buried in the ground through an installation pit. A bait assembly is provided at the bottom of the inner side of the extermination box 1, and toxic bait is spread on the bait assembly. The bait assembly is used to lure termites into the extermination box 1 and consume the bait. A ring-shaped array of entry and exit holes 3 is opened at the bottom of the surface of the extermination box 1. Termites enter the extermination box 1 through the entry and exit holes 3. An isolation plate 4 is installed on the surface of the extermination box 1 above the entry and exit holes 3. A top cover 5 is detachably connected to the extermination box 1. A video monitoring assembly is provided at the top of the inner side of the top cover 5. The video monitoring assembly is used to collect video information inside the extermination box 1. A solar panel 51 is fixedly installed on the top of the top cover 5. The video monitoring assembly includes a protective cover 6 fixedly connected to the inner side of the top cover 5, a circuit board 7 set inside the protective cover 6, and a camera 8 set on the surface of the circuit board 7.

[0019] In this embodiment, the isolation cover 2 has a mesh structure, and the bottom of the isolation cover 2 is fixed to the ground, so that light can pass through the isolation cover 2 and shine onto the solar panel 51.

[0020] It should be noted that the termite extermination box 1 can be distributed within the area, and the burial depth of the termite extermination box 1 needs to be higher than the inlet and outlet hole 3 so that termites in the soil can enter the termite extermination box 1 through the inlet and outlet hole 3. The top cover 5 is located above the ground, and the top cover 5 and the termite extermination box 1 need to be detachably connected to facilitate personnel maintenance.

[0021] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 3 , Figure 4 In this embodiment, the bait assembly includes a support block 101 fixedly connected to the inner wall of the extermination box 1 and a bait plate 102 installed at the bottom of the inner side of the extermination box 1 via the support block 101. The bait plate 102 and the bottom of the extermination box 1 enclose each other to form a water storage cavity. A drain pipe is installed at the lower end of the extermination box 1, and the drain pipe is connected to the water storage cavity. The drain pipe is used to drain the water in the water storage cavity. The support blocks 101 are arranged in a ring array. The lower end of the bait plate 102 is attached to the support block 101. Multiple support blocks 101 are used to support the bait plate 102. A gap is provided between the bait plate 102 and the extermination box 1. Several arrayed feed holes 103 are opened on the surface of the bait plate 102. A hydrophobic coating is provided on the inner wall of the inlet and outlet holes 3. The height of the inlet and outlet holes 3 is flush with the upper surface of the bait plate 102.

[0022] It should be noted that the feed hole 103 allows toxic bait to be evenly dispersed by gravity, forming a three-dimensional feeding space. The hydrophobic coating on the inner wall of the inlet / outlet hole 3 is made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), with a coating thickness controlled at 30-50 μm and a coverage rate of over 95%. Through a spraying process, a uniform and dense film structure is formed, achieving hydrophobicity and reducing the possibility of moisture penetration. In an environment with 85% humidity and 25℃, the mold rate of bait on the inner wall of the uncoated inlet / outlet hole reaches 35%. However, with this coating, its hydrophobicity and effective water isolation reduce the mold rate to below 4%, effectively preventing rainwater from seeping in and causing bait mold. The bottom of the water storage chamber has a slope, which can drain water outward with the help of the drain pipe. A check valve is installed on the drain pipe. However, the waterproof effect of this structure is limited. It can prevent water from seeping into the soil. In rainy weather, it needs to be maintained by personnel with the help of video information.

[0023] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 6 In this embodiment, the isolation plate 4 is a comb-tooth pile structure. One end of the isolation plate 4 is fixedly connected to the surface of the extermination box 1 through an annular seat, and the other end of the isolation plate 4 extends to the outside of the inlet and outlet hole 3. The isolation plate 4 blocks the outside of the inlet and outlet hole 3 to isolate sand and gravel.

[0024] It should be noted that the isolation plate 4 is made of 304 stainless steel, and its comb teeth form isolation gaps. While blocking sand and gravel, it does not prevent termites from entering the extermination box 1 through the gaps in the comb teeth, thereby preventing sand and gravel from directly contacting the inlet and outlet holes 3 and preventing blockage.

[0025] In practical applications, a protective net can also be used instead of the isolation plate 4. Specifically, an annular bracket is installed on the surface of the extermination box 1 outside the inlet and outlet holes 3. The protective net is fixed to the annular bracket with bolts. The protective net is made of 304 stainless steel wire mesh, and its edges are wrapped to prevent sharp edges from scratching termites. The protective net covers all inlet and outlet holes 3 and is 10mm away from the surface of the extermination box 1. It can block sand and gravel with a particle size >3mm from entering, while not affecting termites from entering the extermination box 1 through the mesh. This structure is lightweight, low-cost, and supports disassembly and cleaning (through snap-fit ​​connection). It is suitable for geological environments with high sand and gravel content.

[0026] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 5 In this embodiment, a battery box 71 and a lighting lamp 72 are provided on the surface of the circuit board 7 on the side of the camera 8. A transparent window is provided at the lower end of the protective cover 6. The camera 8 and the lighting lamp 72 are both adapted to the transparent window. A storage battery is provided in the battery box 71. A wire hole is provided on the top of the top cover 5. The solar panel 51 is connected to the storage battery through a wire.

[0027] It should be noted that the camera 8 is equipped with a 120° wide-angle lens and is illuminated by the lighting lamp 72. It captures images of the inside of the box through the transparent window, while the protective cover 6 provides airtight isolation, protecting the circuit board 7 and surface components from moisture. The solar panel 51 can increase the overall battery life of the device and provide a guarantee for video monitoring and control.

[0028] The working principle of the above embodiments is as follows: During installation, the extermination box 1 is partially buried in the soil through the installation pit. The isolation cover 2 covers the outside to prevent interference from large animals. Poisonous bait is spread on the bait plate 102. Termites enter the extermination box 1 through the entry and exit holes 3 and feed on the bait, thus killing the termites. At the same time, the adapter camera 8 takes video under the supplementary lighting of the lamp 72, which can be viewed remotely by personnel. Combined with the image shooting, the consumption of bait and the number of termites can be confirmed by image analysis. The data is transmitted remotely to the terminal via the NB-IoT module on the circuit board 7, realizing remote control of the device and reducing the intensity of manual inspection. The solar panel 51 converts light energy into electrical energy and stores it in the battery to continuously power the monitoring components. When the system identifies through image analysis that the number of termites exceeds the threshold or the remaining bait is less than 30%, it automatically pushes an early warning information. The management personnel can remotely control the device to start the baiting reminder or adjust the monitoring frequency to realize unattended intelligent termite monitoring and extermination.

[0029] It should be noted that the control method of this utility model is controlled by a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by those skilled in the art through simple programming. The power supply is also common knowledge in the field. Furthermore, this utility model is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, so the control method and circuit connection will not be explained in detail here.

[0030] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0031] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing, comprising a termite extermination box (1) installed on the ground and an isolation cover (2) covering the outside of the termite extermination box (1), characterized in that: The termite extermination box (1) is partially buried in the ground through the installation pit. A bait component is set at the bottom of the inner side of the termite extermination box (1). Poisonous bait is laid on the bait component. The bait component is used to lure termites into the termite extermination box (1) and eat the bait. A ring array of entrance and exit holes (3) is opened at the bottom of the surface of the termite extermination box (1). Termites enter the termite extermination box (1) through the entrance and exit holes (3). An isolation plate (4) is installed on the surface of the termite extermination box (1) above the entrance and exit holes (3). A top cover (5) is detachably connected to the top of the termite extermination box (1). A video monitoring component is set on the top of the inner side of the top cover (5). The video monitoring component is used to collect video information inside the termite extermination box (1). A solar panel (51) is fixedly installed on the top of the top cover (5). The video monitoring component includes a protective cover (6) fixedly connected to the inside of the top cover (5), a circuit board (7) disposed inside the protective cover (6), and a camera (8) disposed on the surface of the circuit board (7).

2. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The isolation cover (2) has a grid structure, and the bottom of the isolation cover (2) is fixed to the ground.

3. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bait assembly includes a support block (101) fixedly connected to the inner wall of the extermination box (1) and a bait plate (102) installed on the bottom of the inner side of the extermination box (1) via the support block (101). The bait plate (102) and the bottom of the extermination box (1) enclose each other to form a water storage cavity. A drain pipe is installed at the lower end of the extermination box (1). The drain pipe is connected to the water storage cavity and is used to drain the water in the water storage cavity.

4. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support blocks (101) are arranged in a ring array. The lower end of the bait plate (102) is attached to the support blocks (101). Multiple support blocks (101) are used to support the bait plate (102). There is a gap between the bait plate (102) and the killing box (1). The surface of the bait plate (102) is provided with several arrayed feed holes (103).

5. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 3, characterized in that: A hydrophobic coating is provided on the inner wall of the inlet / outlet hole (3), and the height of the inlet / outlet hole (3) is flush with the upper surface of the bait plate (102).

6. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The isolation plate (4) has a comb-like structure. One end of the isolation plate (4) is fixedly connected to the surface of the extermination box (1) through a ring seat. The other end of the isolation plate (4) extends to the outside of the inlet and outlet hole (3). The isolation plate (4) blocks the outside of the inlet and outlet hole (3) to isolate sand and gravel.

7. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the circuit board (7) is located on the side of the camera (8) and a battery box (71) and a light (72) are provided. A transparent window is provided at the bottom of the protective cover (6). The camera (8) and the light (72) are both adapted to the transparent window. A battery is provided in the battery box (71).

8. The termite monitoring and control device based on video sensing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the cover (5) has a wire hole, and the solar panel (51) is connected to the battery through a wire.

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