Insect Bait Vessel With Controlled Collapse for Fluid Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fluid containers, particularly mono-dose containers, face issues with plastic deformation and incomplete fluid expulsion due to excessive compression, and there is a need for improved systems to minimize spillage and leakage during fluid transfer, especially when dealing with toxic or corrosive liquids.
Innovation Solution
A liquid insect bait system comprising a housing with anti-crushing features, such as protrusions, that allow for controlled fluid expulsion through elastic deformation and a vessel with slots for secure engagement, minimizing spillage and ensuring complete fluid transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If excessive compression is applied to manually expel fluid from a mono-dose container, then the fluid expulsion speed increases, but the container undergoes plastic deformation which prevents further fluid expulsion
Solution Approach 1:
The container incorporates a dynamic collapse mechanism with a collapse line that allows controlled deformation. The container transitions from a rigid state during initial compression to a controlled collapse state along the predetermined line, enabling complete fluid expulsion without uncontrolled plastic deformation of the entire structure
Solution Approach 2:
The container wall is segmented into different zones with different mechanical properties. The collapse line represents a predetermined weakness that segments the structure, allowing controlled failure at a specific location while maintaining integrity elsewhere. This segmentation enables the container to collapse in a controlled manner rather than undergoing uncontrolled plastic deformation
2Device complexity
If manual compression is used to expel fluid from the container, then the system remains simple, but the user cannot precisely control the amount of fluid expelled and may cause spillage
Solution Approach 1:
The container provides dynamic control through controlled collapse. As compression is applied, the container collapses along the predetermined line in a predictable manner, naturally regulating fluid flow. This dynamic response provides intuitive feedback to the user, enabling precise control of fluid expulsion amount without complex control systems
Solution Approach 2:
The controlled collapse mechanism provides visual and tactile feedback to the user during fluid expulsion. As the container collapses along the predetermined line, the user can observe the deformation progress and adjust compression force accordingly, enabling precise control of the fluid amount expelled
3Device complexity
If the container lacks a vent for gravity-based fluid expulsion, then the container structure remains simple, but the container cannot expel fluid efficiently without manual compression
Solution Approach 1:
The container is pre-configured with a collapse line during manufacturing, preparing the structure for controlled collapse before use. This preliminary action enables efficient fluid expulsion through controlled deformation, eliminating the need for vents or complex dispensing mechanisms while maintaining high productivity
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
The system enables precise control of fluid expulsion, prevents plastic deformation, and minimizes spillage and leakage, facilitating efficient and sanitary transfer of toxic liquids into insect traps.
Implementation Method 1
the housing is adapted to be elastically deformed under a compressive expulsion force applied by a user
Data Source
AI summary
A liquid insect bait system comprises an insect bait container including a housing defining an internal cavity holding a quantity of liquid bait, and an insect trap having an external housing. The housing of the insect trap includes an internal bait reservoir sized to hold bait received from the bait container, and an insect opening formed through the housing and in communication with the bait reservoir. A bait container opening is formed in housing and is sized to receive a portion of a bait holding container in an insertion direction. A portion of the bait container opening is in communication with the bait reservoir.