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Carbon dioxide generator insect attractant

US4506473A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 14, 1983
Grant dateMar 26, 1985
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01M2200/012
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This disclosure involves a method of chemically generating carbon dioxide for use as an insect attractant used in combination with an insect trap, and a generating unit adoptable for use with existing insect traps. Carbon dioxide is generated by reacting a carbonate salt with an aqueous acid solution, the carbon dioxide is directed into a trap for attracting insects. A generating unit is described which can be preassembled and activated at the site of the trap.

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