Electric Mesh Insect Trap for Chemical-Free Entry Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing insect control methods, such as insecticides and screens, are detrimental to human health and the environment, and existing solutions like ultrasound devices are ineffective or require constant maintenance, while mosquitoes continue to multiply and pose health risks.
Innovation Solution
A trap that generates an electric field to kill insects, powered by renewable energy, with a tray for collection and a screen for human passage, and can be mounted on openings, doors, or windows, operating independently or in arrays, and equipped with a lamp for attraction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If insecticides are used to control insect populations, then the effectiveness of insect control is improved, but human health and environmental safety deteriorate due to harmful chemical exposure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces chemical insecticides with an electric field-based killing mechanism. The electric field is generated between a charged grid and a grounded surface, creating electrostatic forces that kill insects upon contact without releasing harmful chemicals into the environment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent converts the harmful electrostatic charge into a beneficial killing mechanism. The charged grid creates an electric field that is harmful to insects (killing them) but safe for humans and the environment when properly contained within the trap structure.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If screens are installed to prevent insect entry, then physical protection is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to maintenance issues and human error
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a passive electric field trap that operates automatically without human intervention. Once set up, the charged grid continuously generates the electric field to kill insects that enter the trap, eliminating the need for active maintenance or user action required by screens.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent ensures continuous insect-killing action through the persistent electric field generated by the charged grid. Unlike screens that may have gaps or be improperly maintained, the electric field operates continuously as long as the power source is active, providing reliable protection.
3Ease of operation
If portable ultrasound devices are used for insect control, then portability is improved, but effectiveness deteriorates due to doubtful results
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the ineffective ultrasound mechanism with a proven electric field killing system. The electric field directly kills insects through electrostatic forces, providing reliable effectiveness while maintaining portability through a compact trap design that can be placed in various locations.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If renewable energy sources are used to power the trap, then environmental friendliness is improved, but energy reliability may deteriorate due to dependency on weather conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses solar panels to convert solar energy into electrical energy, changing the energy source parameter from conventional power to renewable solar power. This drives the charging mechanism that powers the electric field, reducing environmental impact while providing sufficient energy for trap operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively kills insects, including mosquitoes, while being eco-friendly and autonomous, with easy cleaning and maintenance, providing continuous protection without harmful chemicals.
Implementation Method 1
The board (3) is powered by the power supply system (2) and generates the appropriate electric field
Implementation Method 2
The insect trap may carry a lamp, to attract insects
Implementation Method 3
A further object of the invention is to provide an insect trap, which can be fully powered by renewable energy sources, thereby being fully autonomous and ecological
Data Source
AI summary
The invention refers to an insect trap consisting of a housing (1) in which there is a power supply system (2) and an electrical circuit board (3). The insect trap has a multi-layer mesh (4), in which an electric field of e.g. 2500 V is developed, thereby killing the insects. It may also have a lamp (7) to attract insects and a tray (8) at the bottom of the trap to collect the killed insects. The use of a screen (6) under the trap covers the remaining space of the aperture, allowing tenants to pass through.