Flying insect trap
US9883666B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01M1/106
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electronic flying insect trap apparatus having a housing topped by an aperture with sufficient openings as to allow flying insects to pass through it and side apertures of the apparatus and a bottom plate, the housing and bottom plate having sufficient openings as to allow air to pass therethrough and disseminate a scent. At least one light positioned below the top aperture. A truncated conical collar below the light. At least one fan positioned below the collar. A tray containing sticky adhesive disposed on the upper surface of a disposable sheet positioned below the fan. At least one motion detector is in communication with the fan.
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