Apparatus for using microwave energy for insect and pest control and methods thereof
US8943744B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B6/80
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for using microwave energy for treating an infected site infested with insects or other small pests is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a source of microwave energy connected to a power source and a power controller, a transmission element, and an antenna. The apparatus can also comprise an isolator to protect the source of microwave energy. Methods to use such an apparatus for treatment of an infected site is also disclosed.
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