Cover module for termite monitoring device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cover module that couples to a monitoring device so as to surround a lower unit, the monitoring device comprising: the hollow lower unit allowing termites to enter and exit; an upper unit coupled to the top of the lower unit to prevent foreign substances from entering the lower unit; and a detection unit, accommodated in the lower unit and provided with an attractor that is food for the termites, for determining the presence of termites by sensing that the attractor has been depleted to a set level. The cover module comprises: a body unit which has a set length in the vertical direction and an accommodation space into which the lower unit is inserted, and is provided with one or more interlocking holes penetrating the accommodation space, and which, inserted into the ground, protects the lower unit; and a connection unit provided at the open upper end of the body unit to selectively couple with the upper unit, fixing the monitoring device and body unit.

Description

Cover module for termite detection device

[0001] The present invention relates to a cover module for a termite prediction device, and more specifically, to a cover module for a termite prediction device that is inserted into the ground to induce termites and check for the presence or absence of termites, and is inserted together with the termite prediction device into the ground to suppress excessive pressure from being applied and to enable the stable inflow of termites.

[0002]

[0003] In general, it is known that there are about 2,050 species of termites living on Earth, and the termites living in Korea are Kyushu termites, which are about 2.3 mm long and are known to live in one house with about 10,000 to 100,000 of them.

[0004] Termites are social insects, and live in colonies consisting of king termites, queen termites, soldier termites, and worker termites.

[0005] Worker termites make up the majority of the termite population, and are known to forage for and bring food to feed larvae and soldier termites, raise young termites, serve soldiers, clean the house, repair damaged houses, and even build nests when the house needs to be moved.

[0006] Termites mostly eat wood and leaves, and also eat dead trees and fallen leaves, and obtain nutrition by breaking down fiber to absorb glucose, and produce excrement containing various organic substances and salts.

[0007] In this way, termites are essential insects in the ecosystem because they clean trees and fallen leaves and help plants grow well with their excrement, and they play an important role in connecting predators and producers in the ecological cycle.

[0008] However, important cultural properties made of wood, that is, wooden cultural properties, are becoming a major social problem as they are damaged by termites.

[0009] For example, at Tongdosa Temple in South Korea, out of the eight pillars measuring 50cm in diameter and 3m in height in the Yaksa Hall of Tongdosa Temple, five have already been reported to have been significantly damaged by termites. One pillar, which has had its base eaten away, is making a hollow sound even up to the point where you can touch it, and there is a hole between the foundation stone and the pillar that is large enough to fit a hand.

[0010] In addition, it has been reported that the Geungnakbojeon of Muwisa Temple in Jeollanam-do, the Daeungjeon of Seonunsa Temple in Jeollabuk-do, the Yeongsanjeon of Magoksa Temple in Chungcheongnam-do, the Daeungbojeon of Beopjusa Temple in Chungcheongbuk-do, the Geojoam Hermitage and Yeongsanjeon of Eunhaesa Temple in Gyeongsangbuk-do, the Geungnakjeon and Imcheonggak of Bongjeongsa Temple, the Muryangsujeon and Josadang of Buseoksa Temple in Gunjajeong, the Gaeksamun Gate and Haewunjeong Pavilion in Gangwon-do, and Ojukheon are all being damaged by termites.

[0011] According to the National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage's 2011 report on cultural property destruction by termites, out of 57 investigations of national treasures, treasures, and important folk cultural properties, damage was reported in 39 cases, resulting in a damage rate of 68.4%.

[0012] Termites like this were known to inhabit only parts of the Korean Peninsula, including South Chungcheong Province and the western region, in the 1920s. However, as the temperature of the Korean Peninsula rises along with global warming, the population of termites that prefer hot and humid environments is also rapidly increasing. A 2004 survey confirmed that they are evenly distributed across the country. The introduction of alien species is also increasing, making termite control a major social issue.

[0013] Methods for controlling termites in wooden cultural assets include fumigation, wood preservatives, soil treatment, and baiting.

[0014] Among them, the bait method is a pest control method that simultaneously destroys individuals and colonies by luring termites and making them consume toxic substances along with food, and has the advantage of causing less contamination of the soil and human body due to the chemicals.

[0015] This termite control method using the bait method is attracting attention due to its advantage of causing less contamination to the soil and human body, and is disclosed in Korean Patent Publication No. 1994-0006459 as a prior art applying the bait method.

[0016] However, this method requires a detection device to lure termites into the soil and deliver the bait, and the detection device must be positioned with at least part of the device inserted into the soil.

[0017] At this time, when the prediction device is inserted into the ground, damage may occur due to insertion, or the soil in the adjacent location may be compressed while inserted, making it difficult for termites to move and enter.

[0018] In particular, when a prediction device is inserted into the ground, the soil adjacent to the inserted part is compressed, making it difficult for termites to access, and a situation arises where the prediction device itself becomes meaningless.

[0019] Therefore, a method to solve these problems is required.

[0020]

[0021] The present invention is an invention devised to solve the problems of the above-mentioned prior art, and has the purpose of protecting the performance of the predictive device by surrounding a part of the predictive device and inserting it into the ground together when installing the predictive device for monitoring the presence of termites, thereby preventing excessive pressure from being applied to the predictive device and allowing the stable inflow of termites.

[0022] The tasks of the present invention are not limited to the tasks mentioned above, and other tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0023]

[0024] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention relates to a cover module coupled to a prediction device including a lower unit having a hollow interior and formed to allow termites to enter and exit, an upper unit coupled to the upper end of the lower unit to prevent foreign substances from entering the interior of the lower unit, and a detection unit that is accommodated inside the lower unit and has an attractant that serves as food for termites and detects when the attractant disappears to a certain level or more and determines whether termites are present, and is coupled to surround the lower unit, the cover module comprising a body unit having a predetermined length in the vertical direction and having a receiving space formed therein into which the lower unit is inserted and settled, and having at least one linkage hole penetrating the inside and outside of the receiving space, the body unit protecting the lower unit while inserted into the ground, and a connecting unit formed on an open upper end of the body unit and selectively fixedly coupled to the upper unit, the body unit fixing the prediction device and the body unit.

[0025] Additionally, the body unit may be formed in a shape in which the circumference gradually decreases as it goes downward in the vertical direction.

[0026] Additionally, the body unit may include a first inclined portion that extends downward from the connecting unit and is formed to have a first inclined angle, and a second inclined portion that extends from a lower portion of the first inclined portion and is formed to have a relatively large second inclined angle.

[0027] In addition, the body unit may further include a plurality of reinforcing ribs that protrude radially along the periphery to prevent damage by external force.

[0028] In addition, the reinforcing ribs protrude with a uniform length and are formed continuously in the first inclined portion and the second inclined portion, and can be formed to correspond to each inclined angle.

[0029] Additionally, the second slope portion may have a central hole formed along the periphery that is connected to the outside.

[0030] Additionally, the reinforcing ribs may be characterized in that they are arranged radially based on the center hole.

[0031] In addition, the body unit may further include a protruding rib formed along the perimeter of the central hole and protruding downward, and connected to the reinforcing rib.

[0032] In addition, the above-mentioned communication hole may be formed in a slit shape extending vertically and spaced apart along the perimeter of the body unit.

[0033] Additionally, the body unit may further include a nozzle mounting portion to which a separate injection nozzle for injecting an externally supplied lubricant gas is coupled.

[0034] In addition, the nozzle mounting portion may be formed at least on one of the inside and the outside of the receiving space so as to fix the injection nozzle so as to inject the inducing gas while it is mounted thereon.

[0035] In addition, the nozzle mounting portion is formed long in the vertical direction within the receiving space, and can be fixed to inject the inducing gas in a downward direction while the injection nozzle is mounted.

[0036] In addition, the nozzle mounting portion is formed in a ring shape by protruding from the upper part of the body unit, and the injection nozzle can be fixed in a horizontal direction to inject the inducing gas in a horizontal direction.

[0037]

[0038] The cover module for a termite prediction device of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problem has the following effects.

[0039] First, the cover module according to the present invention includes a body unit that covers the lower unit of the prediction device and the connection unit that is coupled to the prediction device, and is inserted into the ground together with the prediction device to suppress excessive pressure from being applied to the lower unit and prevent soil in an adjacent location from being compressed, thereby allowing termites to stably penetrate.

[0040] Second, it includes a plurality of reinforcing ribs formed to protrude along the perimeter of the body unit, each of which is formed to be long in the vertical direction to support the body unit and at the same time suppress interference when inserted into the ground.

[0041] Third, the body unit is formed in a cone shape by the first inclined portion and the second inclined portion, and is formed in a double-angle shape, so that it can be easily inserted into the ground and the lower unit can be stably accommodated inside.

[0042] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description of the claims.

[0043]

[0044] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the entire appearance of a cover module according to an embodiment of the present invention coupled to a termite detection device;

[0045] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal configuration of the cover module and the prediction device of Figure 1.

[0046] Figure 3 is a drawing showing a state in which the cover module and the prediction device according to the present invention are separated;

[0047] Figure 4 is a bottom perspective view showing the lower shape of the cover module according to the present invention;

[0048] Fig. 5 is a drawing showing the internal structure of a cover module according to the present invention;

[0049] Fig. 6 is a drawing showing the configuration of a reinforcing rib in the cover module of Fig. 5;

[0050] Figure 7 is a drawing showing a state in which a cover module according to the present invention is inserted into the ground; and

[0051] Figure 8 is a drawing showing a modified form of a cover module according to the present invention.

[0052]

[0053] In this specification, when it is said that a component (or region, layer, portion, etc.) is “on,” “connected to,” or “coupled to” another component, it means that it can be directly disposed / connected / coupled to the other component, or a third component may be disposed between them.

[0054] Identical drawing numbers indicate identical components. Furthermore, in the drawings, the thicknesses, proportions, and dimensions of components are exaggerated for the purpose of effectively illustrating the technical content.

[0055] “And / or” includes any combination of one or more of the associated constructs that can be defined.

[0056] While terms such as "first" and "second" may be used to describe various components, these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used solely to distinguish one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, a first component may be referred to as a "second component," and similarly, a second component may also be referred to as a "first component." Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0057] Additionally, terms such as "below," "lower," "above," and "upper" are used to describe the relationships between components depicted in the drawings. These terms are relative concepts and are described based on the directions indicated in the drawings.

[0058] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. Furthermore, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted to have a meaning consistent with their meaning in the relevant technical context, and unless interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense, they are explicitly defined herein.

[0059] Terms such as "include" or "have" should be understood to specify the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part, or combination thereof described in the specification, but not to exclude in advance the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0060] The present invention relates to a cover module for a termite prediction device that enables a rapid response by remotely checking the presence or absence of termites without the manager having to go to the site to check in person. The cover module for the termite prediction device not only facilitates insertion into the ground when the prediction device is installed, but also prevents moisture from accumulating around the prediction device and, at the same time, reduces pressure upon contact with soil in the ground, thereby allowing termites to easily move to the prediction device.

[0061] Typically, the above-mentioned termite detector is installed underground in multiple locations around a wooden building or structure requiring protection, to monitor and predict the appearance of termites around the wooden building or structure requiring protection, and to enable a prompt response.

[0062] And the present invention can maintain the performance of the prediction device by surrounding the lower part of the prediction device and inserting it into the ground together to prevent excessive pressure from being applied to the prediction device and to enable it to be inserted stably.

[0063] First, referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, the configuration of the cover module and the termite prediction device according to the present invention will be briefly examined.

[0064] As shown in the drawing, the cover module for the termite prediction device according to the present invention has a receiving space (218) formed inside to receive the lower part of the prediction device (100), and is selectively fixedly connected and inserted into the ground together.

[0065] At this time, the above-mentioned prediction device (100) largely includes a lower unit (110), an upper unit (120), and a detection unit (130), and the cover module (200) and the upper unit (120) are fixedly connected while the lower unit (110) is inserted into the receiving space (218) formed in the cover module (200).

[0066] First, an example of the above-described prediction device (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention is as follows.

[0067] The above-mentioned prediction device (100) includes a lower unit (110) having a hollow interior to form a space and a passage hole (112) through which termites can enter, an upper unit (120) that is detachably coupled to the upper end of the lower unit (110) to prevent foreign substances from entering the interior of the lower unit (110) and to prevent termites that have entered the interior of the lower unit (110) from coming out indiscriminately, and a detection unit (130) that detects termites that have entered the interior of the lower unit (110) when they engage in feeding activities through an attractant and determines whether termites have entered.

[0068] Here, the lower unit (110) is preferably formed in a rounded shape at the bottom or in a pointed shape due to the nature of being buried in the ground, and the overall outer shape is also preferably formed in a cylindrical shape, but is not limited thereto, and may be formed in a polygonal column shape such as a triangular column, a square column, or a pentagonal column.

[0069] In addition, the lower unit (110) may be made of synthetic resin such as plastic or other various materials, but it is preferable to make it of a material containing fiber, for example, wood, so as to be more effective in attracting termites.

[0070] And termites have a habit of moving through space or, when humidity is insufficient, creating a tunnel-shaped tube using termite excrement, etc. for protection and moving inside it. Therefore, it is preferable that the passage hole (112) formed in the lower unit (110) to allow termites to enter the interior of the lower unit (110) be formed as a circular hole so as to have a tube-like shape like a tunnel.

[0071] Meanwhile, the upper unit (120) can be attached to the upper part of the lower unit (110) by any of a variety of methods, such as a fitting attachment, a fastening attachment, a white paper attachment, etc., or a method in which the upper part of the lower unit (110) can be opened. This is to prevent foreign substances from entering the lower unit (110) from the outside, to prevent termites that have entered the lower unit (110) from escaping indiscriminately, and to facilitate replacement and management of the detection unit (130) accommodated inside the lower unit (110).

[0072] The upper unit (120) has a plate-shaped structure that can simply cover the upper part of the lower unit (110), and is configured to have a circumference that extends from the upper part of the lower unit (110), and is preferably configured to have an internal space that prevents termites that have entered the interior of the lower unit (110) from moving and affecting the detection unit (130), and is preferably configured to be protected from external force by the detection unit (130).

[0073] Meanwhile, the detection unit (130) is housed inside the lower unit (110) and has an attractant that serves as food for termites, and when the attractant is lost to a certain level or more, it detects this and determines whether termites are present.

[0074] At this time, the detection unit (130) is linked to the attractant and includes an operating unit (132) that operates according to a change in the shape of the attractant and a detection unit (134) that detects whether the operating unit (132) operates, and the operating unit (132) is supported by the attractant in a state in which at least a portion is elastically contracted and is configured to operate by a restoring force according to a change in the shape of the attractant.

[0075] In this embodiment, the operating part (132) is configured to accommodate a separate bait (B) inside, and is configured so that a part of it opens when the shape of the lure changes, and the bait (B) is exposed.

[0076] As illustrated, the operating part (132) includes a fixed member (132a) on which the bait (B) is mounted, a movable member (132b) that covers the fixed member (132a) and moves up and down, and a catch member (132c) that is linked to the attractant so that the movable member (132b) and the fixed member (132a) can temporarily maintain a combined state.

[0077] And as the above-mentioned lure disappears, the above-mentioned catch member (132c) operates and the above-mentioned moving member (132b) moves upward.

[0078] Meanwhile, the detection unit (134) is configured such that a part thereof is provided on the upper part of the operation unit (132) and the remainder is provided on the upper unit (120) to detect whether the operation unit (132) is being raised or lowered.

[0079] Specifically, the detection unit (134) may include a magnetic sensor (134a) that is provided inside the upper unit (120) and can be connected to a separate communication unit (not shown), and a magnetic member (134b) that is provided at the upper end of the operation unit (132) and can be connected to the magnetic sensor (134a).

[0080] And when the magnetic member (134b) moves upward, the magnetic sensor (134a) detects this and determines whether the operating part (132) is operating, and this information is linked to the communication unit to transmit information on the occurrence of termites to the outside.

[0081] In this embodiment, the detection unit (134) is configured to selectively open by accommodating a bait (B) therein, but it can be configured in various other forms, and in particular, any method that detects changes in the shape of the lure by causing a part to operate in conjunction with the change in shape of the lure can be applied.

[0082] In this way, the prediction device (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention has an exterior shape that is inserted into the ground and includes a lower unit (110) that attracts termites, an upper unit (120) that is coupled to the upper portion of the lower unit (110) to block the inflow from the outside, and that accommodates the communication unit (500) and the detection unit (130), and a detection unit (130) that detects the occurrence of termites, and when the detection unit (130) operates, a signal is transmitted from the outside from the communication unit (500) to detect the occurrence of termites.

[0083] The cover module (200) according to the present invention is applied to the above-described prediction device (100), and the cover module (200) is coupled to the lower part of the prediction device (100).

[0084] Next, the configuration of the cover module (200) according to the present invention will be specifically examined with reference to FIGS. 4 to 6.

[0085] The cover module for a termite prediction device according to the present invention largely includes a body unit (210) and a connection unit (220). The body unit (210) has a predetermined length in the vertical direction and has a receiving space (218) formed therein, into which the lower unit (110) is inserted and seated, and has at least one connecting hole penetrating the inside and outside of the receiving space (218), and protects the lower unit (110) while being inserted into the ground.

[0086] Specifically, the body unit (210) is formed in a cylindrical or conical shape, with an open upper portion, and accommodates the lower unit (110) therein. At this time, the body unit (210) is formed in a shape in which the circumference gradually decreases downward along the vertical direction, so that it can be easily inserted into the ground.

[0087] Looking at it in more detail, the body unit (210) according to the present invention includes a first inclined portion (211) extending downward from the connection unit (220) and having a first inclined angle, and a second inclined portion (212) extending from the lower portion of the first inclined portion (211) and having a relatively large second inclined angle.

[0088] As shown, the first inclined portion (211) is formed to be long in correspondence with the length of the lower unit (110), and is formed to be extended to form a gentler inclined angle compared to the lower unit (110).

[0089] Here, the first slope (211) is formed with at least one communication hole (214) along the circumference, and is configured so that the inside and outside of the receiving space (218) are connected.

[0090] In this embodiment, as shown, the plurality of communication holes (214) are radially spaced apart along the perimeter of the first inclined portion (211), and each is formed in a long slit shape. At this time, the communication holes (214) are formed long in the vertical direction and connect the inside and outside of the receiving space (218) to prevent moisture from accumulating inside, while at the same time allowing termites to enter the receiving space (218).

[0091] And the second slope portion (212) is formed in a form that extends from the first slope portion (211), is located at the lowest end, and is bent at a second slope angle.

[0092] At this time, the second slope (212) is configured so that a central hole (215) is formed along the circumference of the center of the receiving space (218) to communicate with the outside, and moisture generated inside the receiving space (218) can be discharged downward through the central hole (215).

[0093] In this way, in the cover module (200) according to the present invention, the body unit (210) is formed in a cone shape by the first inclined portion (211) and the second inclined portion (212), and is formed in a double-angle shape so that it can be easily inserted into the ground and the lower unit (110) can be stably accommodated inside.

[0094] Meanwhile, the connecting unit (220) according to the present invention is provided at the upper end of the body unit (210) and is detachably connected to the upper unit (120).

[0095] Specifically, the connecting unit (220) is formed along the perimeter of the upper portion of the body unit (210) and may be formed as an integral or separate member. Here, the connecting unit (220) is formed along at least a portion of the perimeter of the opened upper portion of the body unit (210) to fix the inspection device (100) and the body unit (210).

[0096] In this embodiment, the connecting unit (220) is formed so that a portion thereof extends along the perimeter of the body unit (210), and the extended portion is coupled to correspond to the perimeter of the upper unit (120).

[0097] At this time, the connecting unit (220) is formed in a ring shape as shown and is connected while wrapping around a portion of the circumference of the upper unit (120), and can be selectively and detachably adjusted according to the connecting angle of the connecting unit (220) and the upper unit (120).

[0098] In this way, the cover module (200) according to the present invention includes the body unit (210) and the connection unit (220), and is inserted into the ground together with the lower portion of the prediction device (100) to prevent the lower unit (110) from being compressed or damaged, while allowing moisture to be easily discharged.

[0099] Meanwhile, the reinforcing module according to the present invention further includes a separate reinforcing rib (213) and a protruding rib (217) for reinforcing durability.

[0100] As shown, the above reinforcing rib (213) is configured to support the relevant portion by protruding at least one along the perimeter of the body unit (210) to prevent it from being damaged.

[0101] Specifically, the reinforcing ribs (213) are formed to protrude radially in multiple numbers along the perimeter of the body unit (210), and each of them is configured to have the same shape. At this time, the reinforcing ribs (213) protrude with a uniform length and are formed continuously in the first inclined portion (211) and the second inclined portion (212).

[0102] Here, the reinforcing ribs (213) are each formed to be long in the vertical direction and are formed to correspond to the inclination angles of the first inclined portion (211) and the second inclined portion (212).

[0103] The reinforcing rib (213) configured in this manner can prevent the cover module (200) according to the present invention from being damaged by external force when inserted into the ground.

[0104] In this embodiment, the reinforcing ribs (213) are arranged radially in multiple numbers based on the central hole (215), and each is formed to be long in the vertical direction so as to prevent interference when inserted into the ground.

[0105] Looking at the drawing shown, the reinforcing ribs (213) are formed in eight pieces, each having the same shape, and are formed to protrude symmetrically, and are formed in a double-angle shape to correspond to the angle change of the first inclined portion (211) and the second inclined portion (212).

[0106] In this way, the reinforcing ribs (213) are formed in multiple protruding shapes along the circumference of the body unit (210), and each of them is formed to be long in the vertical direction to support the body unit (210) and at the same time suppress interference from occurring when inserted into the ground.

[0107] Meanwhile, the protruding rib (217) is formed to protrude downward from the lowest end of the body unit (210) and is formed along the perimeter of the central hole (215) and connected to the reinforcing rib (213).

[0108] Specifically, the protruding rib (217) is formed in a ring shape and protrudes downwards, positioned at the center of the reinforcing ribs (213) arranged radially, thereby preventing excessive pressure from being applied to the second inclined portion (212) when the body unit (210) is inserted into the ground and enabling it to be inserted stably.

[0109] That is, the protruding rib (217) protrudes downward from the second inclined portion (212) to facilitate insertion into the ground, while allowing the center hole (215) to remain open.

[0110] In this way, the body unit (210) according to the present invention further includes the reinforcing rib (213) and the protruding rib (217), thereby increasing the durability of the body unit (210) and reinforcing it so that it can be easily inserted into the ground.

[0111] Additionally, the body unit (210) according to the present invention further includes a nozzle mounting portion (216) to which a separate injection nozzle (10) for injecting an externally supplied lubricating gas is coupled.

[0112] At least one of the above nozzle mounting portions (216) is provided on the body unit (210), and the spray nozzle (10) is selectively fixed thereto. At this time, the spray nozzle (10) is configured to receive an attracting gas from the outside and spray it, and the spray gas may be carbon dioxide, which is mainly used to attract termites.

[0113] Specifically, the nozzle mounting portion (216) is formed at least in one of the inside and outside of the receiving space (218) to support the injection nozzle (10) so that it injects the lubricating gas in a fixed state, and the injection direction of the lubricating gas is controlled according to the arrangement of the injection nozzle (10).

[0114] In this way, the body unit (210) is further provided with the nozzle mounting portion (216), and the spray nozzle (10) is inserted into the ground in a mounted state, thereby directly spraying the attracting gas into the ground to attract nearby termites.

[0115] Looking at the drawing shown, in the present embodiment, the nozzle mounting portion (216) is formed inside and outside the receiving space (218), respectively. For convenience of explanation, in the following embodiment, the nozzle mounting portion (216) located inside the receiving space (218) is referred to as the first mounting portion (216a), and the nozzle mounting portion (216) located outside the receiving space (218) is referred to as the second mounting portion (216b).

[0116] First, the first fixing portion (216a) is formed long in the vertical direction within the receiving space (218), and the injection nozzle (10) is fixed so as to inject the lubricating gas in a downward direction while being fixed.

[0117] As illustrated, the first settling portion (216a) is formed to be elongated in the vertical direction corresponding to the size and shape of the injection nozzle (10), and is arranged in a shape that is convex outwardly within the receiving space (218). At this time, the injection nozzle (10) is also arranged in the vertical direction corresponding to the shape of the first settling portion (216a), and the attracting gas is injected downward.

[0118] In this way, the first fixing portion (216a) is formed in the vertical direction within the receiving space (218), thereby suppressing pressure from being applied to the injection nozzle (10) or the transfer of foreign substances when the cover module (200) is inserted into the ground, thereby enabling the lubricating gas to be stably injected.

[0119] Meanwhile, the second fixing portion (216b) protrudes from the upper end of the body unit (210) and is formed in the form of a pair of guides, and the injection nozzle (10) is fixed in the vertical direction to inject the lubricating gas in the horizontal direction.

[0120] Specifically, the second mounting portion (216b) is formed in the vertical direction at the top of the body unit (210) as shown, and is formed in the form of a guide that supports both sides of the spray nozzle (10). At this time, the second mounting portion (216b) is configured so that the spray nozzle (10) is mounted in the vertical direction, but is placed outside the receiving space (218).

[0121] And when the above injection nozzle (10) is placed outside the receiving space (218), the attracting gas can be quickly spread to the surroundings because it is injected from the outside, and can attract nearby termites.

[0122] In this way, the nozzle mounting portion (216) can be provided at least on either the inside or the outside of the receiving space (218), and in the present embodiment, it is formed on both the inside and the outside of the receiving space (218), so that the spray nozzle (10) can be mounted on each of them.

[0123] Next, referring to FIG. 7, the process of inserting the cover module (200) according to the present invention into the ground while being connected to the above-mentioned inspection device (100) will be examined as follows.

[0124] First, looking at the drawing shown, the cover module (200) and the prediction device (100) are combined and, in a combined state, are arranged lengthwise in the vertical direction so that the central hole (215) formed in the second inclined portion (212) faces the ground.

[0125] At this time, the spray nozzles (10) are arranged in a combined state in the nozzle mounting portion (216), and in this embodiment, the spray nozzles (10) are each combined both inside and outside the receiving space (218).

[0126] Next, the cover module (200) is moved downward and inserted into the ground, and the prediction device (100) is inserted together.

[0127] Here, the cover module (200) is formed in a cone shape with a circumference that decreases as it goes downward, and is inserted while minimizing interference, and a slit-shaped communication hole (214) is formed along the circumference, so that some of the soil in the ground is inserted into the receiving space (218).

[0128] Looking at the drawing shown, soil that has penetrated through the communication hole (214) is located in the space between the lower unit (110) and the body unit (210) located at the lower part of the receiving space (218), and thus, when termites enter from outside the cover module (200), they can move to the lower unit (110).

[0129] That is, the soil that has penetrated into the receiving space (218) through the above-mentioned communication hole (214) acts as a bridge for the termites to move, so that the termites can more easily move to the lower unit (110) and enter the interior.

[0130] In this way, the cover module (200) according to the present invention surrounds at least a portion of the termite prediction device (100) and is inserted into the ground together with the termite prediction device (100) to enable the prediction device (100) to be inserted stably, while at the same time suppressing excessive pressure from being applied and preventing the soil in an adjacent location from being compressed, thereby enabling termites to stably penetrate.

[0131] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 8, the modified form of the second mounting portion among the nozzle mounting portions in the cover module according to the present invention will be examined as follows.

[0132] Looking at the drawing shown, the first mounting portion is formed in a similar shape as described above, but the second mounting portion (216b) is formed in a ring shape by protruding from the upper end of the body unit (210), and the injection nozzle (10) is fixed in a horizontal direction to fix the gas so as to inject the lubricant in a horizontal direction.

[0133] Specifically, the second mounting portion (216b) is formed horizontally at the top of the body unit (210) as shown, and is formed in the form of a guide that supports both sides of the spray nozzle (10). At this time, unlike the first mounting portion (216a), the second mounting portion (216b) is formed so that the spray nozzle (10) is mounted in the left-right direction rather than the up-down direction.

[0134] This is to prevent the injection nozzle (10) from being pressurized and clogged when the cover module (200) is inserted into the ground, since the second mounting portion (216b) is placed outside the receiving space (218).

[0135] That is, if the injection nozzle (10) is positioned outside the receiving space (218) and is positioned vertically, pressure is directly applied when inserted into the ground, and foreign substances may be inserted, causing a problem of the nozzle itself being clogged. Therefore, to prevent this from happening, the injection nozzle (10) is positioned horizontally to prevent the injection nozzle (10) from being clogged when inserted into the ground.

[0136] In this way, the nozzle mounting portion (216) can be provided at least on either the inside or the outside of the receiving space (218), and in the present embodiment, it is formed on both the inside and the outside of the receiving space (218), so that the spray nozzle (10) can be mounted on each of them.

[0137] And by installing the above injection nozzles (10) inside and outside the above receiving space (218), the above attracting gas can be sprayed in different directions to attract termites over a wider range.

[0138] As described above, preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms, in addition to the embodiments described above, without departing from the spirit or scope thereof. Therefore, the above-described embodiments should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive, and accordingly, the present invention is not limited to the above description, but may be modified within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0139] This invention was carried out as part of the Cultural Heritage Smart Conservation Utilization Technology Development Project of the National Heritage Administration of Korea and the National Cultural Heritage Research Institute of Korea (Project Name: Development of a Termite Activity Detection Biomarker and Smart Monitoring System, Project Number: RS-2021-NC100803).

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[0141] (Explanation of symbols)

[0142] 100: Predictive device

[0143] 110: Subunit

[0144] 120: Upper unit

[0145] 130: Detection Unit

[0146] 132: Movement section

[0147] 134: Detection Unit

[0148] 200: Cover module

[0149] 210: Body Unit

[0150] 211: 1st Squadron

[0151] 212: 2nd Slope Division

[0152] 213: Reinforcing rib

[0153] 214: Yeontong-gu

[0154] 215: Central Hall

[0155] 216: Nozzle mounting part

[0156] 217: Protruding rib

[0157] 218: Reception space

[0158] 220: Connection unit

Claims

1. A cover module coupled to a prediction device including a lower unit having a hollow interior and formed to allow termites to enter and exit, an upper unit coupled to the upper end of the lower unit to prevent foreign substances from entering the lower unit, and a detection unit that is accommodated inside the lower unit and has an attractant that serves as food for termites and detects when the attractant is lost to a certain level or more and determines whether termites are present, and is coupled to surround the lower unit, A body unit having a certain length in the vertical direction and having a receiving space formed inside so that the lower unit is inserted and secured, having at least one connecting hole penetrating the inside and outside of the receiving space, and protecting the lower unit while being inserted into the ground; and A connecting unit formed on the opened upper part of the body unit, selectively fixedly connected to the upper unit, and fixing the body unit to the prediction device; Cover module for a termite detection device including:

2. In paragraph 1, The above body unit is, A cover module for a termite detection device formed in a shape in which the circumference gradually decreases as it goes downward along the vertical direction.

3. In paragraph 2, The above body unit is, A first inclined portion extending downward from the above connecting unit and formed to have a first inclined angle; and A second slope formed to extend from the lower portion of the first slope and to have a relatively large second slope angle; Cover module for a termite detection device including a termite detector.

4. In paragraph 3, The above body unit is, A cover module for a termite detection device further comprising reinforcing ribs formed in a radial manner along the perimeter to prevent damage by external force.

5. In paragraph 4, The above reinforcing ribs are, A cover module for a termite prediction device that protrudes with a uniform length and is formed continuously on the first slope portion and the second slope portion, and is formed to correspond to each slope angle.

6. In paragraph 3, The above second slope is, A cover module for a termite detection device having a central hole formed along the perimeter and communicating with the outside.

7. In paragraph 6, The above reinforcing ribs are, A cover module for a termite prediction device characterized in that it is arranged radially based on the above-mentioned central hole.

8. In paragraph 7, The above body unit is, A cover module for a termite detection device further comprising a protruding rib formed along the perimeter of the central hole and protruding downward, and connected to the reinforcing rib.

9. In paragraph 1, The above communication port is, A cover module for a termite prediction device characterized in that it is formed in a slit shape extending vertically and spaced apart along the perimeter of the body unit.

10. In paragraph 1, The above body unit is, A cover module for a termite detection device further comprising a nozzle mounting portion to which a separate injection nozzle for injecting an externally supplied lubricating gas is combined.

11. In paragraph 10, The above nozzle mounting part, A cover module for a termite prediction device formed on at least one of the inside or outside of the above-mentioned receiving space and fixed so as to inject a luring gas while the injection nozzle is installed.

12. In paragraph 11, The above nozzle mounting part, A cover module for a termite prediction device formed in a vertical direction within the above-mentioned receiving space and fixed so that the inducing gas is sprayed downward while the injection nozzle is installed.

13. In paragraph 11, The above nozzle mounting part, A cover module for a termite prediction device that protrudes from the upper part of the above body unit and is formed in a ring shape, and the above spray nozzle is inserted and fixed horizontally to spray the attracting gas horizontally.

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