Solar waste bin equipped with an integrated insect-repelling system

Abstract

Waste bin provided with an integrated insect-repelling system. The device is based on a lid provided with a rotary trap that captures insects such as flies. The entry opening is designed to attract insects and is provided with a rotary mechanism, periodically actuated by a solar-powered motor. Once captured, the insects remain confined in a dedicated compartment, thereby reducing nuisances and improving the hygiene of the surrounding areas.

Description

[0001] Description

[0002] Title: Solar-powered trash can equipped with an integrated insect-repelling system

[0003] Technological Field: This includes aspects of waste management, clean technologies, and environmentally friendly solutions aimed at improving public hygiene while limiting environmental impact. In particular, the invention relates to the integration of renewable energy systems (such as solar energy) to solve problems related to insect infestations, thus contributing to innovative solutions in the environmental and hygiene sectors.

[0004] Previous technique: Urban and domestic garbage cans are often infested with flies and other pests, causing discomfort and health risks. Current solutions, such as chemical repellents or airtight lids, are either expensive or ineffective. Therefore, a practical, self-contained, and environmentally friendly solution is needed to reduce insect proliferation around garbage cans.

[0005] Operating mode:

[0006] The innovative device consists of the following elements:

[0007] • Lid equipped with a rotating trap: An entrance hole allows insects to access an internal compartment. The hole is mounted on a rotating mechanism that triggers at regular intervals to prevent the captured insects from escaping.

[0008] • Internal compartment for captured insects: A sealed area located below the opening where trapped insects are confined.

[0009] • Miniature electric motor: A motor drives the rotation of the orifice at defined intervals, operating quietly and energy-efficiently.

[0010] • Solar panel: Installed on top of the lid, it powers the motor and any other sensors.

[0011] • Light sensors and timer: These sensors activate the rotating mechanism according to environmental conditions, optimizing energy efficiency.

[0012] The operation of this bin relies on the interaction of its different parts to capture harmful insects autonomously and ecologically.

[0013] Solar panel: Installed on the bin lid, it captures solar energy to power the miniature electric motor and sensors. This energy independence makes the device sustainable and easy to deploy in various environments, without the need for a connection to the electrical grid.

[0014] Entry opening and rotating mechanism

[0015] The lid is equipped with an entrance hole designed to attract insects. Its structure optimizes access for flies and other pests, while preventing water or large debris from seeping in.

[0016] 2. The opening is mounted on a rotating mechanism, activated by the motor at regular intervals. When insects enter the opening, the mechanism rotates, trapping the pests in an airtight compartment below. This process is silent so as not to disturb the environment.

[0017] Internal compartment for captured insects: This airtight compartment is located beneath the rotating mechanism. Insects are contained within and cannot escape. It is easily accessible for cleaning or emptying, ensuring hygienic and convenient use.

[0018] Miniature electric motor: Powered by the solar panel, this motor drives the rotation of the orifice. Its low energy consumption and quiet operation allow for continuous, uninterrupted use.

[0019] Light sensors and timing: The sensors monitor the environment to adjust the activation cycles of the rotating mechanism. For example, they reduce activity at night or in low light conditions to save energy and focus efforts on periods when insects are more active.

[0020] Main structure: The bin is constructed from weather-resistant materials, making it suitable for urban or domestic environments. It has a main compartment for waste, separate from the insect-repellent system to ensure hygiene.

[0021] This project presents an innovative and eco-friendly trash can equipped with an integrated insect-repelling system, specifically designed to address the hygiene and discomfort caused by the proliferation of flies and other pests. In urban and domestic settings, trash cans are often breeding grounds for infestations, leading to inconvenience for users and health risks. Existing solutions, such as chemical repellents or airtight lids, are not always suitable: they can be expensive, impractical, or insufficiently effective. This invention offers a self-contained, practical, and environmentally friendly alternative thanks to solar power and an optimized design.

[0022] The device is based on an innovative lid equipped with a rotating trap designed to attract and capture insects. The lid's entrance, specially designed to maximize attractiveness, allows flies and other pests to access an internal compartment. A miniature, quiet, and energy-efficient motor rotates the opening at regular intervals, preventing captured insects from escaping. These insects are confined in an airtight compartment located beneath the lid, ensuring optimal hygiene and eliminating nuisance for users and the surrounding area.

[0023] To ensure energy autonomy, a solar panel is integrated into the top of the bin. This panel powers the motor and, if necessary, other components such as light sensors. These sensors adjust the operation of the rotating mechanism according to environmental conditions, thus optimizing the device's energy efficiency. Thanks to this solar power, the device operates without human intervention, making it an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution.

[0024] This system offers numerous advantages. First, it helps improve hygiene by limiting insect breeding around bins, thus reducing health risks. Furthermore, the rotating mechanism is quiet and automatic, providing a user-friendly experience.

[0025] 3. Without constraints. The use of solar energy enhances the ecological aspect of the invention, making the device perfectly suited to urban areas, public spaces, or private homes. Finally, this solution eliminates the need for chemical repellents, thus promoting a more environmentally friendly approach.

[0026] The expected impact of this innovation is significant, particularly in environments where hygiene and user comfort are essential. This project embodies a modern approach, combining technology, autonomy, and sustainability to address an everyday problem. The solar-powered trash can equipped with an insect-repellent system thus represents a practical and ecological advancement, suitable for both public spaces and homes.

[0027] Description of the drawings and embodiment of the invention (drawing)

[0028] The drawings depict:

[0029] 1. Side view of the bin with the integrated solar panel on the lid.

[0030] 2. Detailed diagram of the lid showing the rotating opening and the internal compartment.

[0031] 3. Illustration of the dynamic functioning: the entry and capture stages of insects.

[0032] 4

Claims

Demands Patent claims: Solar-powered trash can with integrated insect-repelling system 1. Ecological bin device comprising: o a main body for waste storage; o a lid equipped with an inlet orifice intended to attract harmful insects; o a rotating mechanism operated at regular intervals to capture insects, said capture being carried out by means of a miniature electric motor powered by a solar panel, it being understood that the device is designed to operate autonomously and ecologically.

2. according to claim 1, wherein the inlet orifice: o has a structure optimized to attract harmful insects such as flies; o prevents the infiltration of water or large debris.

3. according to claim 1, designed to: o rotate at predetermined intervals in order to confine captured insects in an airtight internal compartment; o operate silently so as not to disturb the environment.

4. according to claim 3, located under the rotating mechanism, adapted to: o keep the captured insects in an airtight area; o allow easy access for cleaning or emptying.

5. Eco-friendly power system including: o a solar panel installed on the cover to provide energy autonomy to the motor and sensors; o light sensors to adjust the operating cycles of the rotating mechanism according to environmental conditions.

6. Light and time sensors, according to claim 5, configured to: activate the rotating mechanism mainly during periods of high insect activity; 6 reduce energy consumption during periods of low light or nighttime inactivity.

7. Main structure of the bin according to claim 1, constructed of weather-resistant materials, comprising: o a main compartment for waste, designed to remain independent of the insect-repellent system in order to ensure hygiene.

8. Autonomous device, according to the preceding claims, characterized by its operation without human intervention thanks to a solar power supply and pre-programmed cycles to capture insects efficiently.

9. Method of operating the bin device according to claims 1 to 8, comprising the following steps: o periodic activation of the rotating mechanism to attract and capture insects; o confinement of the insects in the airtight internal compartment; o adjustment of the activation cycles according to the light and the presence of insects.

10. Applications of the device according to the preceding claims, adapted to: o urban environments such as public spaces or parks; o domestic environments for hygienic waste management; o areas sensitive to environmental preservation, without the use of chemicals. 7

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