Patent Application
20220369614
The present invention relates generally to the field of insect and pest control devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to a non-chemical spray device and method for killing and removing bugs, pests and insects even from hidden and hard to reach places. The spray device of the present invention is a professional insect and pest spray device that emits a germicidal light, a pressurized air/aerosol spray and a suction force. Additionally, the germicidal light kills insects and pests, the pressurized air disturbs and scatters the insects and pests and a vacuum attachment creates a suction force which sucks the killed insects and pests up into the device. The device can be operated using controls provided on a control box positioned on a pump tank. The device does not use chemicals for killing insects and germs, and provides the advantage of removing the dead insects and pests. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices and methods of manufacture.
By way of background, pests and insects such as ants, spiders, millipedes, centipedes, etc., and other insects and pests move around the ground and may enter the indoors through the walls of houses and other avenues. Similarly, mosquitoes and flies can also enter an enclosed area and may become a nuisance and cause illness to people around them. Generally, in order to control these pests or insects, a liquid control agent in which an active ingredient is dissolved and dispersed in an appropriate solvent, such as water, is sprayed around a house or applied to a wall surface. However, the challenge that people face with existing sprayer devices is that they are not able to target specific areas with precision when insects are hiding in a specific area. Further, the liquid control agent penetrates into the ground immediately after being sprayed, and does not reach the specific area where the pests are hiding.
Furthermore, conventional spray devices use chemicals for flushing out insects to locate hotspots. The chemicals used in such spray devices can be harmful to humans and thus can create harmful effects when used inside homes, hospitals and other enclosed areas. Further, conventional sprayer devices make it difficult to directly spray pests in a narrow area. An operator may not be able to reach such narrow areas, and it becomes hard to locate pests and insects in such areas. Thus, conventional spray devices do not provide the means to locate insects and pests in narrow areas.
Further, using conventional spray devices or other insect devices poses the challenge of removing the dead insects. Typically, a user has to manually remove insects, which is both challenging and time-consuming. Thus, the present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances as there is not an effective device and method for forcing insects out of their hiding places effectively without chemicals.
Therefore, there exists a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that allows users to target a specific area with increased precision, including areas that are often concealed or inaccessible. There is also a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that can provide suction to remove insects from a specific area. Additionally, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that uses a non-chemical method for killing bugs, insects and pests. Further, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that forces insects out of hidden and hard-to-reach areas. Furthermore, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that can be operated and customized as per a user's wants and/or needs. Finally, there is a long felt need in the art for a professional grade insect and pest control sprayer that improves the accuracy and efficiency of insect and pest removal and is safe for humans.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a non-chemical insect and pest control device. The non-chemical insect and pest control device scatters, kills and sucks insects, pests and germs. More specifically, the control device comprises a spray wand that has a sprayer head, which includes a nozzle spray and a light emitter. The nozzle spray releases pressurized air or aerosol spray for scattering insects and pests in a target area and the light emitter emits germicidal light for killing insects and pests in the target area. The spray wand is connected to a pump tank through a hose pipe, wherein the pressurized air or aerosol spray is pumped from the pump tank and operations of the light emitter and the nozzle spray are controlled through a control button disposed on a box controller. Further, a vacuum attachment is secured along the length of the spray wand for providing suction and removal of the dead insects and pests in the target area.
In this manner, the novel insect sprayer device of the present invention accomplishes all of the foregoing objectives and provides a relatively safe, easy and convenient spray device for users to target a specific area with increased precision, including those areas that are often concealed or inaccessible. The present invention offers a professional grade pest control sprayer designed to improve accuracy and efficiency. Further, insects are killed and flushed easily using a non-chemical means, which is safe for both humans and the environment.
The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a portable and non-chemical insect spray device. The non-chemical insect spray device is configured to scatter, kill and suck insects, pests and germs. More specifically, the insect spray device comprises a spray wand having a sprayer head that includes a nozzle spray and a light emitter, wherein the nozzle spray is configured to release pressurized air or aerosol spray for scattering insects and pests in a target area, and the light emitter is configured to emit germicidal light for killing insects and pests in the target area. The spray wand is connected to a pump tank through a hose pipe, wherein the pressurized air or aerosol spray is pumped from the pump tank and operations of the light emitter and the nozzle spray can be controlled through a control button disposed on a box controller. Further, a vacuum attachment is integrally or removably-secured along the length of the spray wand to provide suction and removal of the dead insects and pests within the target area.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, a method for killing and removing dead insects and pests in a target area using an insect spray device is described. The method includes the steps of initially positioning a spray wand of the device in or near the target area, then releasing pressurized air through a nozzle disposed at an end of the spray wand to scatter insects or pests in the target area, emitting germicidal light from a light emitter to kill the insects and pests, and activating a vacuum attachment to suck and remove the dead insects and pests from the target area to effectively clean the area.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, an insect and pest control device is disclosed. The device includes a spray wand connected to a tank through a hose pipe, the wand has an adjustable distal end, a spray head detachably-secured to the distal end, the spray head having an adjustable light emitter lens configured to emit germicidal short-wavelength visible light or Ultraviolet light for killing germs and pests and a nozzle to spray pressurized air or an aerosol spray for dispersing insects and pests in a hidden area. The spray wand also has an integrated or detachably-secured vacuum attachment for creating suction to suck and remove any dead insects and pests from the hidden area.
In yet another embodiment, the insect and pest control device comprises a knob to control and adjust the wavelength and brightness of the emitted germicidal light. The wavelength of the emitted light can be ultraviolet light having a wavelength in the range of 365-370 nm, UV-C light having a wavelength in the range of 100-280 nm, UV-B light having a wavelength in the range of 280-315 nm or a short wavelength of visible blue or white light.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the spray device of the present invention has a built-in battery for providing power to the light emitter which emits germicidal light. The wavelength of the germicidal light can be adjusted using a turning knob disposed on a box controller of the spray device.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the spray device is portable and provides a non-chemical treatment for insects and pests. The device can be used in homes, business areas, hospitals and other outdoor areas. The sprayer device works as a professional pest control sprayer.
The improved insect device of the present invention offers the addition of a light, pressurized air and a vacuum attachment for a bug sprayer. The sprayer device comprises a sprayer head with a light and adjustable lenses/bulbs of varying types, such as LED, blue light, UV, etc. The sprayer device has a vacuum attachment that runs the length of the spray wand and enables the suction of insects from a specific area. Furthermore, the device also has an aerosol spray wand attachment that is the length of the spray wand, that releases the pressurized/compressed air to create a disturbance for the pests. Furthermore, the sprayer device has a box configuration on the side of the device to control the light option.
The advantage of the insect and pest control device of the present invention is that it contains rechargeable batteries that power the light emitter to emit germicidal light, which kills insects and pests and offers both pressurized air and suction for the removal of dead insects and pests. The device allows users to target a specific area with increased precision, including those areas that are often concealed or inaccessible.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there exists a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that allows users to target a specific area with increased precision, including those areas that are often concealed or inaccessible. There is also a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that can provide suction to remove insects from a specific area. Additionally, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that uses a non-chemical method for killing insects and pests. Further, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that forces insects to come out of hidden and hard-to-reach areas. Furthermore, there is a long felt need in the art for an insect spray device that can be operated and customized per a user's wants and/or desires. Finally, there is a long felt need in the art for a professional grade insect and pest control sprayer that improves the accuracy and efficiency of insect and pest removal and is safe for humans.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is a novel insect and pest control device. The device comprises a spray wand connected to a tank through a hose pipe, the wand has an adjustable distal end and a spray head detachably-secured to the distal end, wherein the spray head comprises an adjustable light emitter lens configured to emit germicidal short-wavelength visible light, or Ultraviolet light for killing germs and pests and a nozzle to spray pressurized air or an aerosol spray for dispersing insects and pests in a hidden area. The spray wand also has an integrated or detachably-secured vacuum attachment for creating suction to suck and remove the dead insects and pests from the area.
Referring initially to the drawings,
The spray wand 102 has a control valve 108 which provides the user with control over the pressure and flow of the pressurized air from the nozzle 106. The control valve 108 can resemble a knob which can be turned to increase or decrease the flow and pressure of the pressurized air from the nozzle 106. Accordingly, based on the flow and pressure, the distance covered by the pressurized air is adjusted as well. Further, the spray wand 102 has a strainer 110 that reduces the clogging, excessive erosion of spray tips and provides for the consistent fluid circulation of the spray device 100. The strainer 110 also filters debris to ensure even, uniform and uninterrupted flow of pressurized air from the nozzle 106. The spray wand 102 is secured to a flexible hose pipe 112 that connects the pump tank 116 to the spray wand 102. The non-chemical aqueous solution stored in the pump tank 116 is used for producing a fine mist of pressurized air, which is transmitted from the pump tank 116 to the spray wand 102 via the hose pipe 112. The hose pipe 112 is connected to the pump tank 116 using a hose connector 114 that allows a leak-proof transmission of the non-chemical aqueous solution.
Based on the preferences of users, the pump tank 116 can be used to store both chemical and non-chemical based fluids such as chemicals, pesticides or any other type of liquid as is known in the art. Further, the pump tank 116 has a check value meter 126 that enables a user to check the level of aqueous solution stored inside the tank 116. There are markings on the check value meter 126 and the tank 116 is transparent along the check value meter 126 area allowing the user to view the level of liquid. The pump tank 116 has a hinged lid 118 for covering the opening of the spray device 100. The lid portion 118 allows the user to access the storage space of the tank 116 to add the chemicals, aqueous solution, etc., inside the tank 116. The tank 116 also has a shoulder strap hook 120 that allows a user to carry the spray device 100 on his or her shoulder as well as to remove the lid 118 from the tank 116. An adjustable handle 122 disposed on the top of the lid 118 allows the user to carry the spray device 100 easily and efficiently.
The spray device 100 also has a plunger rod 124 for creating high pressure inside the tank 116. Specifically, to create high pressure inside the tank 116, the user pulls the plunger 124 up with both hands and then pushes the plunger 124 downwards repeatedly. The plunger forces air through a valve at the base of the cylinder which builds up pressure within the tank 116.
For controlling the operation of the spray device 100, a box controller 128 is disposed on the pump tank 116, which enables users to control the settings of the light or bulb of the adjustable light emitter lens 1040 and other functions of the device 100. The box controller 128, for example, enables users to adjust the brightness or color, based on the wavelength of emitted light from the light or bulb. The box controller 128 also enables users to charge an internal battery using the charging port integrated inside the box controller 128.
To start releasing pressurized air from within the tank 116, a user pulls a trigger 130 which creates a pressure difference which pulls pressurized air from the pump tank 116 through the hose pipe 112 to the spray wand 102. The trigger 130 allows the selective operation of the spray wand 102 by the user. The non-chemical insect spray device 100, preferably exposes the insects, fungi, germs or eggs, spores or substrates, etc., or any other suitable pests as is known in the art to a low wavelength visible and Ultraviolet light by emitting light and releasing pressurized air onto the insects, fungi, germs, eggs or spores, etc.
In operation, the spray wand 102 passes over a desired area for disinfecting and cleaning. As the wand 102, passes over the desired area, the pressurized air from the nozzle 106 and the germicidal light from the light-emitting lens 1040 is emitted onto the insects and germs. In this manner, the pressured air can be directed as a burst of air into target areas to cause an acute reaction and flush out insects and other pests from inaccessible harboring areas. Further, the lens 1040 illuminates said area.
The aqueous solution 424 stored within the tank pump 412 is used for creating the pressurized air/aerosol spray, and is used for scattering and disturbing insects and/or bugs from narrow and hard-to-reach areas. Similarly, the vacuum attachment 402 is used for sucking and removing the dead insects from the narrow and hard-to-reach areas.
It should be appreciated that the spray device 100, 400 of the present invention allows a user to switch between all features of the functioning device, such as the emission of a pressurized air/aerosol spray, a vacuum and germicidal light, a vacuum cleaning mode that activates the vacuum attachment and a cleaning mode that applies the pressurized air and the germicidal light to the target area.
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “non-chemical insect spray device”, “spray device”, “insect and pest control device”, “ultraviolet light emitting spray device” and “device”, are interchangeable and refer to the non-chemical insect spray device 100, 400 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the forgoing, the non-chemical insect spray device 100, 400 of the present invention can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that it accomplishes the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the non-chemical insect spray device 100, 400 as shown in
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/191,572, which was filed on May 21, 2021 and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 63191572 | May 2021 | US |
