A droplet collection device and support system for ultra-low-volume adulticide trials.
A supporting stand to suspend rotating impactors and mosquito cages is a requirement for field tests during pesticide efficacy trials. We present schematics for a collection device and associated support system for sampling droplets of ultra-low-volume (ULV) sprays during mosquito adulticide applications. This system offers the advantages of cost efficiency, increased ease of deployment, off-season storage, visibility, stability, and ULV collection efficacy. Use of this system ensures that droplet collection and meteorological equipment is at appropriate and consistent heights between trials. The 2 arms of the support allow for placement of multiple cages, light-emitting or reflecting devices, and wind-indicating ribbons to be attached to the station. The support described makes possible deployment of stations over a wider variety of terrains, increasing the extent of field trials. Presentation of the simple design and fabrication of the rotating collection device (impactor), T-station, and its support is provided.
Clayson
Paul J
PJ
Center for Vector Biology, Department of Entomology, Rutgers University, 180 Jones Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA.
Latham
Mark
M
Bonds
Jane A S
JA
Healy
Sean P
SP
Crans
Scott C
SC
Farajollahi
Ary
A
D000336:Aerosols; D000818:Animals; D009033:Culicidae / Q000187:drug effects*; D004784:Environmental Monitoring / Q000295:instrumentation*; D007306:Insecticides / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000494:pharmacology*; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers
D000336:Aerosols; D007306:Insecticides