Bee culture – Hive – With ventilator
Patent
1995-03-15
1996-11-19
Swiatek, Robert P.
Bee culture
Hive
With ventilator
A01K 4706
Patent
active
055757030
ABSTRACT:
A solar-powered ventilation module is designed to be inserted between an existing standard beehive and its existing standard cover. The module houses electrical components of the invention and acts as a plenum. A thermostat exposed to the beehive interior air controls a fan when the air temperature inside the beehive exceeds a predetermined limit (preferably about 75.degree..+-.5.degree. F.). The fan, preferably with a capacity of 30 to 40 cfm, is controlled by the thermostat and powered by a photovoltaic solar panel either directly or by a battery recharged by a solar panel. The fan-induced ventilation helps control temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide level within the hive. A screen prevents bees from passing through the fan. Warm air is exhausted from the hive and vented to the ambient air through a plurality of vents in the side wall of the module, while cooler ambient air is drawn into the beehive through existing hive openings. Exhausted warm air is preferably directed toward the direction of the hive entrance. Pheromones of the particular beehive are carried on the exhausted air toward the front exterior of the hive, where they may be detected by the bees of that beehive. The solar panel is mounted on an adjustable articulated or flexible arm so it can be positioned and aimed for maximum light exposure. The solar panel is preferably connected to other electrical components through extendable connections so that the solar panel may be mounted remotely from the ventilator module if necessary for maximum sunlight. This feature is especially useful if the hive itself is in a shady area. With these extendable connections retracted, the solar panel or its adjustable articulated arm may be mounted directly on the exterior of the module.
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Swiatek Robert P.
Touw Theodore R.
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