Abstract

Automatic detection and elimination of mites through laser exposure is provided. In various embodiments, light is emitted into a target area from at least one light source. Light reflected from a target within the target area is detected by at least one photodetector. A signal is produced proportional to an intensity of the reflected light. A laser pulse is emitted into the target area by a laser emitter when the signal exceeds a predetermined threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01M 1/10 - Traps
• A01M 1/20 - Poisoning, narcotising, or burning insects
• A01M 1/22 - Stationary means for catching or killing insects by electric means
• A01M 1/24 - Arrangements connected with buildings, doors, windows, or the like
• A01K 47/02 - Construction or arrangement of frames for honeycombs
• A01K 47/04 - Artificial honeycombs
• A01K 47/06 - Other details of beehives, e.g. ventilating devices, entrances to hives, guards, partitions or bee escapes
• A01K 67/033 - Rearing or breeding invertebrates; New breeds of invertebrates
• A01K 67/04 - Silkworms