Rotary Surface Animal Trap Mechanism for Jam-Free Trapping

The device is divided into an upper trapping unit and a lower collection container that can be separated. The trapping unit contains the rotary platform mechanism while the collection container provides stable support. This segmentation allows the complex trapping mechanism to be isolated in a compact upper section while the lower section provides structural stability and collection capacity.

The rotary platform mechanism is nested within a compact housing structure. The platforms are arranged vertically within the upper trapping unit, maximizing space utilization. The entire upper unit can be placed into the lower collection container for transport, creating a nested configuration that reduces bulk during transportation.

The rotary platforms are designed with rounded edges and smooth surfaces that prevent animals from getting caught. The rotation speed is controlled to be slow enough to allow animals to be gently deposited into the collection container without sudden movements that could cause jamming. A clearance gap is maintained between the platforms and the housing walls to prevent contact.

The rotary mechanism transitions from continuous rotation to a controlled stop-and-go operation. The platforms rotate to position the animal over the collection container, then pause to allow complete deposition before rotating back. This dynamic control prevents jamming while maintaining trapping efficiency.

The entrance door is designed to automatically close behind each animal that enters the trapping corridor. This preliminary action of closing the door prevents subsequent animals from interfering with the trapping mechanism or escaping. The door closes smoothly without creating sudden movements that could jam the mechanism.

A intermediate corridor structure is provided between the entrance and the rotary platform area. This corridor acts as a buffer zone where animals are guided one at a time. The corridor design ensures that only one animal can be in the trapping area at any given time, preventing multiple animals from causing jams while keeping the main entrance open for animal attraction.

The bait compartment is designed with porous walls or a perforated structure that allows scented vapors to diffuse through while containing the physical bait material. This porous design enables optimal scent diffusion into the surrounding environment to attract animals while preventing the bait from being accessed or wasted.

The bait compartment uses a thin-walled structure with controlled permeability that allows scent molecules to pass through while maintaining containment. The compartment design includes ventilation channels and scent ports that optimize the diffusion path for maximum attractant dispersion while keeping the bait secure.