Triangular Termite Trap with Moisture Retention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing termite control methods, such as the ground termite station, are ineffective due to their large size, complex structure, and high costs, making them difficult to install on termite movement routes like edge parts or narrow corridors, and they fail to provide substantial control over termite populations.
Innovation Solution
A termite trap with a simple, hollow column-shaped main body and insecticide portion, featuring a moisture-absorbing material and adjustable pleat portion, is designed to be easily installed on termite routes, using termite entrance holes and a lid system to entice and kill termites, while reducing manufacturing and operational costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a ground termite station with container structure is used, then termite detection and control function is provided, but the device becomes too large to be installed on termite movement routes such as edge parts or narrow corridors
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the essential termite control function from the complex ground termite station structure. By removing the container housing and complex internal components, only the functional elements (bait matrix and gathering members) are retained, transforming the device into a compact form suitable for installation on narrow corridors and edge parts while maintaining termite control effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The termite control function is segmented into essential components: bait matrix for attraction and gathering members for termite collection. This segmentation allows the device to be configured in compact sizes appropriate for different installation locations without requiring a large container structure
2Reliability
If a ground termite station with complex structure including container, cartridge, gathering members, and bait matrix is used, then termite control function is provided, but manufacturing costs and installation complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts and eliminates non-essential structural elements such as the container housing, complex cartridge mechanisms, and multi-component assembly systems. Only the core functional elements (bait matrix and gathering members) are retained, dramatically simplifying the overall structure while preserving termite control functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The bait matrix and gathering members are merged into a simplified integrated configuration that can be directly installed without complex assembly procedures. This merging of functions reduces both manufacturing complexity and installation complexity while maintaining effective termite control
3Reliability
If a ground termite station with many components is used, then termite control function is provided, but manufacturing costs and control costs become excessively high
Solution Approach 1:
The invention removes expensive non-essential components such as the container structure, complex cartridge systems, and multiple assembly parts. By retaining only the essential bait matrix and gathering members, manufacturing costs are significantly reduced while termite control functionality is preserved
Solution Approach 2:
The simplified trap design uses cost-effective materials and can be produced as disposable units. The bait matrix and gathering members can be manufactured at low cost and replaced periodically, reducing both initial manufacturing investment and ongoing control costs compared to complex reusable station systems
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 trap effectively controls termites by being easily installed and adapted to various surfaces, maintaining a long-term control effect due to moisture retention and adjustable design, while lowering costs and improving installation convenience.
Implementation Method 1
maintaining a long-term control effect due to moisture retention
Data Source
AI summary
A trap for controlling termites includes a main body and an insecticide portion disposed in the main body. The main body of the trap has a hollow triangular structure and includes a first outer wall configured to contact a first installment surface, a second outer wall configured to contact a second installment surface and connected to the first outer wall so as to form an angle between the first outer wall and the second outer wall, and at least one termite entrance hole formed on the first outer wall or the second outer wall.