MICRO CLIMATE CONTROLLED MOSQUITO NET

FIELD OF DISCLOSURE

[0001] The present disclosure relates to zero energy evaporative cooling based micro climate controlled mosquito net.

BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0002] The background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

[0003] Mosquitoes are small, midge-like flies that coming under the family Culicidae.

Females of most species are ecto parasites, have proboscis (tube-like mouthparts) that pierce the hosts' skin to consume blood. The word "mosquito" have Spanish origin which means "little fly". Many species of mosquitoes as vectors of diseases. Mosquito is known as one of the deadliest animal family in the world. Humans are using net from ancient times to protect themselves from mosquitoes. The mosquito net is a fine net hung across a door or window or around a bed to keep mosquitoes away. A mosquito net offers protection against mosquitos, flies, and other insects, and thus against the diseases they may carry.

[0004] Existing mosquito nets have many disadvantages including but not limited to the fact that they only protect from mosquitos, are not able to reduce ambient temperature, make people inside the net soon feel uncomfortable during hot and dry weather, and require a separate arrangement for cooling ambient temperature such as cooler, fan, air conditioner etc.

[0005] There is therefore a need in the art for an improved climate controlled mosquito net.

[0006] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply. [0007] In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities or dimensions of items, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term “about.” Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements.

[0008] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0009] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.

[00010] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all groups used in the appended claims.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTIONS

[00011] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies, are as listed herein below.

[00012] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide for an improved climate controlled mosquito net.

[00013] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide mosquito net that protects from mosquitos and flies, is able to reduce temperature, requires no separate arrangement for cooling ambient temperature, makes people inside the net comfortable during hot and dry weather, does not require electricity or fuel to maintain (reduce) the temperature inside net, is maintenance- free, is cost-effective, is portable, occupies very less space during travelling, requires less water, requires no moving part, and is one-time investment.

SUMMARY

[00014] The present disclosure relates to an evaporative cooled mosquito net (100) comprising: a water inlet (200) that enables water to be received into a water duct (400) that is configured in the net (100); and a water outlet (400), wherein the net (100) configured in a manner such that when water is received in the water duct (400), at least a first part of the water rises due to capillary action, thereby wetting the dry net such that due to subsequent evaporative cooling, temperature inside the net becomes cool, and wherein at least a second part of the water remaining in the water duct (400) is subsequently taken out of the water outlet (400).

[00015] Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like features.

[00016] Within the scope of this application it is expressly envisaged that the various aspects, embodiments, examples and alternatives set out in the preceding paragraphs, in the claims and/or in the following description and drawings, and in particular the individual features thereof, may be taken independently or in any combination. Features described in connection with one embodiment are applicable to all embodiments, unless such features are incompatible. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[00017] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure. The diagrams are for illustration only, which thus is not a limitation of the present disclosure, and wherein:

[00018] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00019] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00020] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00021] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opened water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00022] FIG. 5 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing pouring of water in the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00023] FIG. 6A-6D illustrate exemplary representations of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of chain in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00024] FIG. 7 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00025] FIG. 8 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00026] FIG. 9 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opened water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00027] FIG. 10 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing removing of water from the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00028] FIG. 11 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing water duct in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00029] FIG. 12 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing dry net before putting water in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00030] FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing wet net after putting water in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00031] FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net before sleeping in the net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00032] FIG. 15 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net with a person sleeping in the net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[00033] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

[00034] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without some of these specific details.

[00035] If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or “might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.

[00036] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[00037] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which exemplary embodiments are shown. These exemplary embodiments are provided only for illustrative purposes and so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those of ordinary skill in the art. The invention disclosed may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Various modifications will be readily apparent to persons skilled in the art. The general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Moreover, all statements herein reciting embodiments of the invention, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass both structural and functional equivalents thereof. Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents as well as equivalents developed in the future (i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure). Also, the terminology and phraseology used is for the purpose of describing exemplary embodiments and should not be considered limiting. Thus, the present invention is to be accorded the widest scope encompassing numerous alternatives, modifications and equivalents consistent with the principles and features disclosed. For purpose of clarity, details relating to technical material that is known in the technical fields related to the invention have not been described in detail so as not to unnecessarily obscure the present invention.

[00038] Thus, for example, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the diagrams, schematics, illustrations, and the like represent conceptual views or processes illustrating systems and methods embodying this invention. The functions of the various elements shown in the figures may be provided through the use of dedicated hardware as well as hardware capable of executing associated software. Similarly, any switches shown in the figures are conceptual only. Their function may be carried out through the operation of program logic, through dedicated logic, through the interaction of program control and dedicated logic, or even manually, the particular technique being selectable by the entity implementing this invention. Those of ordinary skill in the art further understand that the exemplary hardware, software, processes, methods, and/or operating systems described herein are for illustrative purposes and, thus, are not intended to be limited to any particular named element.

[00039] The ensuing description provides exemplary embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope, applicability, or configuration of the disclosure. Rather, the ensuing description of the exemplary embodiments will provide those skilled in the art with an enabling description for implementing an exemplary embodiment. It should be understood that various changes may be made in the function and arrangement of elements without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure as set forth in the appended claims.

[00040] Specific details are given in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. For example, circuits, systems, networks, processes, and other components may be shown as components in block diagram form in order not to obscure the embodiments in unnecessary detail. In other instances, well-known circuits, processes, algorithms, structures, and techniques may be shown without unnecessary detail in order to avoid obscuring the embodiments.

[00041] Each of the appended claims defines a separate invention, which for infringement purposes is recognized as including equivalents to the various elements or limitations specified in the claims. Depending on the context, all references below to the "invention" may in some cases refer to certain specific embodiments only. In other cases it will be recognized that references to the "invention" will refer to subject matter recited in one or more, but not necessarily all, of the claims.

[00042] All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g., “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.

[00043] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined below, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing. [00044] The present disclosure relates to development of an improved mosquito net, also interchangeably referred to as Evaporative Cooled Mosquito Net. An object of the invention is to provide a mosquito net to sleep inside during at home, and also during outdoor camping particularly useful in hot and dry weather.

[00045] Evaporative cooling results in decreasing temperature inside net. The proposed net also protects from flying insects like mosquitos, flies and bees as well as from dust. It also helps in reducing/dimming of light which help in sound sleep. The proposed net enables a cost effective method of cooling air temperature around the bed. The net does not require any electricity or fuel and also it work on very less quantity of water. It is portable and occupies very less space and hence is convenient to carry during travelling. The proposed net does not require maintenance cost as it does not having any moving /mechanical part. This can be used in remote places where people does not have (24 hour) excess to electricity and also for those who cannot afford to pay for cooling systems (AC, Coolers etc.).

[00046] The present invention relates to development of an improved mosquito net, namely Evaporative cooled Mosquito Net. An object of the invention is to provide a mosquito net to sleep inside during at home and also during outdoor camping particularly useful in hot and dry weather. Evaporative cooling results in decreasing temperature inside net. This net also protects from flying insects like mosquitos, flies and bees as well as from dust. It also helps in reducing/dimming of light which help in sound sleep. The mosquito net is a fine net hung across a door or window or around a bed to keep mosquitoes away. A mosquito net offers protection against mosquitos, flies, and other insects, and thus against the diseases they may carry. Examples include malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, zika virus and various forms of encephalitis, including the West Nile virus.

[00047] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00048] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00049] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00050] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opened water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00051] FIG. 5 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing pouring of water in the water inlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00052] FIG. 6A-6D illustrate exemplary representations of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of chain(s) in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00053] FIG. 7 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00054] FIG. 8 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opening of the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00055] FIG. 9 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing opened water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00056] FIG. 10 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing removing of water from the water outlet in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00057] FIG. 11 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing water duct in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00058] FIG. 12 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing dry net before putting water in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00059] FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net showing wet net after putting water in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00060] FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net before sleeping in the net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention. [00061] FIG. 15 illustrates an exemplary representation of the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net with a person sleeping in the net in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.

[00062] With reference to FIGs. 1-15, the invention proposes an evaporative cooled Mosquito Net 100 (FIG. 1) that includes a water inlet 200 (FIG. 2), a water outlet 300 (FIG. 7), water duct 400 (FIG. 11), and one or more chains (FIGs. 6A-6D).

[00063] The present disclosure relates to an evaporative cooled mosquito net (100) comprising: a water inlet (200) that enables water to be received into a water duct (400) that is configured in the net (100); and a water outlet (400), wherein the net (100) configured in a manner such that when water is received in the water duct (400), at least a first part of the water rises due to capillary action, thereby wetting the dry net such that due to subsequent evaporative cooling, temperature inside the net becomes cool, and wherein at least a second part of the water remaining in the water duct (400) is subsequently taken out of the water outlet (400).

[00064] During an exemplary use/implementation, if a person wishes to sleep inside the proposed evaporative cooled mosquito net 100 (FIG. 1), he/she needs to fill water inside the water duct 400 by pouring water through the water inlet 200 with the help of, for instance a mug or a pipe. After filling up water inside the water duct 400, water rises due to capillary action as some portion of the proposed net can be kept inside the water duct. A portion of the dry net get wet subsequently due to the net coming in contact with the water that is inside the water duct and such water rising due to weak action or capillary action.

[00065] If weather is dry or wind is blowing, the weather would attempt to evaporate water from net. Due dry weather or blowing dry wind, the water can get evaporated and evaporation of water takes place. To evaporate water, latent heat is absorbed from the net and temperature of the net gets reduced. This process continues till the temperature become normal, and wind becomes moist. Due to such evaporative cooling, temperature inside net become cool and the person inside the net can sleep inside net. To enter inside the net, the user needs to open one or more chains and enter in net. If the user wishes to change water or remove water from water duct, the user needs to remove water with the help of the water outlet 300. Person inside the proposed evaporative-cooled mosquito net gets sound sleep without mosquito repellent, and without wasting energy for modification of microclimate. [00066] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the term “coupled to” is intended to include both direct coupling (in which two elements that are coupled to each other or in contact with each other) and indirect coupling (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms “coupled to” and “coupled with” are used synonymously. Within the context of this document terms “coupled to” and “coupled with” are also used euphemistically to mean “communicatively coupled with” over a network, where two or more devices are able to exchange data with each other over the network, possibly via one or more intermediary device.

[00067] Moreover, in interpreting both the specification and the claims, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms “comprises” and “comprising” should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. Where the specification claims refer to at least one of something selected from the group consisting of A, B, C ... .and N, the text should be interpreted as requiring only one element from the group, not A plus N, or B plus N, etc.

[00068] While some embodiments of the present disclosure have been illustrated and described, those are completely exemplary in nature. The disclosure is not limited to the embodiments as elaborated herein only and it would be apparent to those skilled in the art that numerous modifications besides those already described are possible without departing from the inventive concepts herein. All such modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents are completely within the scope of the present disclosure. The inventive subject matter, therefore, is not to be restricted except in the spirit of the appended claims.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION

[00069] The present invention provides for an improved climate controlled mosquito net. [00070] The present invention provides for a mosquito net that protects from mosquitos and flies, is able to reduce temperature, requires no separate arrangement for cooling ambient temperature, makes people inside the net comfortable during hot and dry weather, does not require electricity or fuel to maintain (reduce) the temperature inside net, is maintenance -free, is cost-effective, is portable, occupies very less space during travelling, requires less water, requires no moving part, and is one-time investment.