DISTRIBUTION DEVICE

摘要

This invention relates to a distribution device (14) and method for distributing biologically active materials (1) into the atmosphere in aerosol form and an insect trap incorporating such a device. The device vaporises, volatilises or atomises the material in aerosol form using electrostatic techniques. The biologically active material (1) is typically an insect attractant or repellant and the device is used in insect trapping to lure insects to its source where a trap is provided or to ward off insects without using insecticides harmful to humans.