Suction-type stink bug capture device

A suction-type device captures stink bugs using a vacuum cleaner attachment to prevent odor release and health hazards, enabling safe and hygienic disposal.

JP3252961UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-26下村 博美
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Patent Information

Application Number
JP2025001690U
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-09
Publication Date
2025-09-26
Estimated Expiration
2035-05-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing methods for capturing stink bugs, such as duct tape and insecticide sprays, are either ineffective or hazardous, and vacuuming them releases unpleasant odors and poses health risks.

Method used

A suction-type device is attached to a vacuum cleaner, using a branched pipe to capture stink bugs without direct contact, guiding them into a bypass pipe and collecting them in a plastic bag to prevent odor release.

Benefits of technology

The device safely and hygienically captures stink bugs without releasing odors, ensuring safe disposal and reducing health risks.

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Abstract

To provide an inexpensive device for quickly capturing stink bugs without touching them and disposing of them safely. [Solution] A device for capturing stink bugs that is inserted into the hose or pipe of a corded or rechargeable vacuum cleaner. It has an extension pipe 4 that sucks up stink bugs, and a branch pipe 3 that branches off from a branching point and has a plastic bag 6 attached to the end for placing the stink bugs in. The branching point has a lattice 2 with a partition with several holes, and a cap 8 is provided for the suction port.
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Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This invention relates to the capture of insects such as stink bugs and cockroaches. [Background technology]

[0002] They were exterminated in private homes, hotels, restaurants, etc. using duct tape and insecticide sprays. Vacuuming it up fills the room with an unpleasant odor, so it is not a preferred method. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] I want to capture the stink bugs without touching them or letting them release their scent. The liquid sprayed by stink bugs can cause dermatitis and be dangerous if it comes into contact with the skin.

[0004] This device is attached to the suction pipe of a vacuum cleaner, and an extension pipe extends from it to suck up stink bugs and guide them into a bypass pipe built into the device.The stink bugs are collected in a plastic bag attached to the end of the pipe, and the bag is then thrown into a trash can. Stink bugs cannot be sucked into the vacuum cleaner, so they cannot give off any odor.

[0005] The stink bugs are captured without touching them or releasing any odor, and can then be disposed of in a bag, making it hygienic, safe and smart for hotels, restaurants, etc. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0006] [Figure 1] This is a cross-sectional view of the completed side view showing an embodiment of this invention.

[0007] [Figure 2] This is an enlarged view and a front cross-sectional view of part ▲2▼ in Figure 1. Form for implementing the invention

[0008] A branched resin pipe (round or square) that can be inserted into a vacuum cleaner.

[0009] The operation is explained using the attached diagram. In [Figure 1], insert part ▲7▼ of the main body into the vacuum cleaner pipe, turn on the vacuum cleaner, and bring the end of pipe ▲4▼ close to a stink bug, which will be sucked in by the suction force. However, there is a grid in part ▲2▼ (see enlarged view in [Figure 2]), which causes the stink bug to jump into the branching pipe ▲3▼. Due to the negative pressure inside this pipe, it is blocked by a plastic bag ▲6▼, and the stink bug remains inside this pipe. When the operation is stopped, the bag returns to its original position, and when the main body is turned upside down, the stink bug will fall into the bag. Once you've finished collecting the waste, you can remove the bag, close it, and throw it away in the trash. [Explanation of symbols]

[0010] Figure 1-1 Body: Resin molding Figure 1-2 Lattice Figure 1-3 Branch pipe Figure 1-4 Extension pipe, inner diameter approximately 16 mm Figure 1-5 Bag clip Figure 1-6 Plastic bag Figure 1-7 Sponge Figure 1-8 Cap

[0011] Figure 2-1 Figure 1-2 Enlarged view of the grid area Figure 2-2 Cross-section of Figure 2-1 (air vent)

Claims

[Claim 1] Stink bugs are appearing in large numbers across the country, and not only in ordinary homes but also in hotels and inns, people are being asked to use duct tape and "please note" signs to capture them and throw them in the trash. The sight of this in a restaurant can make you lose your appetite. Also, when you try to vacuum it up, it gives off an unpleasant odor, which is a real problem. Insert this device into the hose or pipe of a regular vacuum cleaner (corded or rechargeable), A pipe extending from this suction device targets and sucks up the insects. The stink bugs are sucked in, but they then forcefully fly towards the pipe that branches off at the rear of the suction device. The mechanism for changing the direction is achieved by a grid (actually a partition with several holes) installed on the suction side at the branching point. When a stink bug jumps into the pipe extending from the branch point, the plastic bag attached to the end of the pipe is sucked in due to the negative pressure inside the pipe, blocking the opening of the pipe and trapping the stink bug inside the branched pipe. Any stink bugs already caught in the bag remain there. When you stop the suction and point the pipe upwards, the plastic bag will return to its original position and the stink bugs in the pipe will fall into the bag. Then, you can remove the bag, close the top, and throw it in the trash, and the smell will not spread. To prevent escape, a cap will be provided on the suction port.