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Insect release devices

US12262699B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims

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Inventors

Peter Massaro · San Carlos, US
Robert Sobecki · Brisbane, US
Charles Behling · Brisbane, US
Brian Wasson · Oakland, US

Key dates

Filing date	Nov 13, 2018
Grant date	Apr 1, 2025
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jun 9, 2039

Classification

Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
CPC primaryF42B25/00
WIPO fieldOther special machines
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

One example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume, the vessel has first and second surfaces substantially opposite each other, the first surface defining an opening into the volume; a population of insect larvae or pupae or adult insects within the volume; and a seal positioned to obstruct the opening and adhered to the first surface. Another example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume; a population of insect larvae or pupae or adult insects disposed within the volume; wherein the vessel is permanently sealed, and wherein release of the insect larvae or pupae or adult insects occurs upon rupture of the vessel. A further example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume; a population of insects disposed within the volume; and a gimbal mechanism coupled to the vessel, the gimbal configured to maintain a substantially constant orientation of the vessel.

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