Mosquito control devices and systems
US11771073B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 20, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02B20/40
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A mosquito control device includes a connector positioned at a first end of the device. The connector couples to a light bulb socket to provide power to the device. The device also includes an LED light source positioned at a second end of the device and an electrocuting mechanism disposed between the connector and the LED light source. The electrocuting mechanism electrocutes the mosquitos upon contact. The device also includes a carbon dioxide generating device that generates and releases carbon dioxide to attract the mosquitos to the device. The device also includes a heater that generates and releases heat to attract the mosquitos to the device.
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