Animal Traps TRIZ Cases

A rectangular animal trap uses a pivotal door guided by lateral tracks to seal the housing automatically.

A rodent station uses movable guide walls to create linear entry paths that improve capture rates.

A collapsing trap uses pivotally attached panels and a trigger lock to form a closed cube around an item.

Segmented housing with a stabilizing post maintains jaw position while selective gates prevent non-target access, resolving stability and discrimination issues.

A rodent trap uses a transport mechanism to move a trapping chamber between entry and disposal positions.

Segmented trigger and biased spring prevent cable snagging for consistent loop tightening.

A cable restraint delivery system uses animal momentum to actuate a snare loop around an appendage.

A compartmentalized pest control housing conceals the trap mechanism within an internal cavity to maintain aesthetic appearance.

Enclosed housing with pivoting snare prevents accidental triggering and entanglement risks to children and pets.

A segmented animal trap uses a sliding mechanism and biasing spring to deploy rapidly.

Segmenting the high-voltage pack from a disposable compartment eliminates biohazard exposure while maintaining structural simplicity.

Segmented flexible members block non-target species while allowing target animals to trigger aperture openings via applied force.

Segmented trap door assembly biases closed and locks via internal trigger, preventing octopus escape while simplifying reset.

Electronic animal trap uses a baffle and mechanical switch to trigger high voltage pulses for dispatching pests.

A burrow catcher uses an internal water reservoir to release moisture into the trap interior, creating a humid environment that lures voles.

A foot snare device uses a swiveling cable pulley to redirect tension forces along the snare line.

Telescoping stands adjust potter trap height and rotation, resolving poor adaptability in fixed bird trapping systems.

Spiked ramps and one-way doors enable large crayfish entry while preventing exit, resolving the trade-off between trap complexity and capture capability.

Integrated detector devices use magnetic switches to monitor trap status, eliminating manual inspections and reducing maintenance costs.

A burrowing animal trap mimics natural burrow entrances to guide target species into a secure capture chamber without bait.

A rat catching box uses a high-voltage power grid to deliver lethal shocks upon contact.

A capacitive sensor detects rodents climbing over separators using a spaced conductive member to minimize false detections from insects.

Segmentation separates the high-force spring from the user interface, while an intermediary setting member reduces the manual effort required to arm the device.

An asymmetric rear wall design holds conibear traps level, resolving the trade-off between versatility and stability in animal trap mounting systems.

A bidirectional linkage mousetrap uses dual inlets and a shared upper shell to increase capture probability through synchronized clamping action.

Dual-stage voltage stunning and killing prevents noxious gas release from decomposition while safely managing infestations.

A pivoting platform rodent trap uses a biasing element to pivot a trigger plate against a back wall, securely containing the animal within the housing.

An inverted U-shaped dry chamber keeps rock salt dry, preventing sodium chloride leaching into soil while dehydrating mollusks.

A wash down sensor circuit differentiates water infiltration from rodent presence using impedance switching and time-based resistance monitoring.

Segmented electrodes on a rotating shaft maintain reliable contact for diverse rodent sizes while simplifying carcass disposal mechanisms.

Sensors detect trap activation and pest presence, triggering a motor to reset the mechanism and eliminate manual inspection time.

Infrared sensors detect rodents to activate high voltage discharge plates, preventing accidental human injury while ensuring effective capture.

A helical spring on the trigger holds bait, ensuring reliable depression and resolving inefficiencies in capturing vermin.

A rodent snap trap uses a position sensor to detect clamping device rotation and reset the mechanism automatically.

A rodent trap uses a spring-loaded jaw and step trigger to capture animals.

An elastic connector links the cover to the trap door, resolving claw damage and refilling time.

An arcuate latch engages a spring-loaded loop retainer to reduce manual setting force while preventing accidental trigger activation.

A timed release latch mechanism opens an animal trap door automatically after a set duration.

Intermediary shaft mechanism opens foothold traps remotely, eliminating close-contact injury risks during non-targeted animal extraction.

Nested housing and pivoting latch isolate trapped rodents from children and pets while maintaining simple operation.

An asymmetric tapered base tilts under mouse weight to trigger the striker, preventing bait theft and improving catch reliability.

Reflective shields and ventilation vents regulate temperature and humidity in pest control stations, preventing material degradation from radiant heat.

Weight-sensitive plate triggers gravity-closing door to trap animals without mechanical injury risk.

Segmented ingress openings and visual indicators signal trapped animal presence and entry points, eliminating user repulsion from direct viewing.

Ramped entryway guides cane toads into a box trap while an inward-swinging door prevents debris from blocking closure.

Universal bracket stabilizes traps on irregular surfaces, reducing equipment complexity and cost.

A multi-checkpoint animal counting device uses two object sensors to detect pests at separate checkpoints.

An over-center spring mechanism provides vibration-resistant closure while a post-covered trigger enforces selective capture of target rodents.

A reusable snake trap assembly uses a removable adhesive tray to safely capture unwanted critters.

A rodent bait station employs a movable internal partition to switch between secure bait storage and mechanical trap configurations, reducing hazardous waste.