Buoyant Retrieval Unit with Hooks for Decoys
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing retrieval methods for waterfowl decoys require users to enter the water or use a boat and dog to retrieve decoys, which can be inconvenient and impractical.
Innovation Solution
A decoy retrieval system comprising a buoyant retrieval unit with hooks that floats on water, coupled to a retrieval line, allowing decoys to be thrown into the water and retrieved without user immersion, using a buoyant float with hooks to engage and lift decoys.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional retrieval methods are used, then decoys can be retrieved from water, but users must enter the water or use a boat and dog which increases complexity and reduces ease of operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a retrieval unit as an intermediary device that floats on water and engages decoys through hooks. This mediator allows users to retrieve decoys from shore without entering water or using boats, directly resolving the contradiction by providing a simple, accessible retrieval method that eliminates the need for complex water-based retrieval systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The retrieval unit is designed to autonomously float on water and engage decoys through its hooks without requiring user intervention in the water. The system serves itself by using the buoyant retrieval unit to automatically connect and lift decoys, eliminating the need for users to enter water or use boats, thus improving ease of operation while maintaining simplicity.
2Ease of operation
If users enter water to retrieve decoys, then decoys can be retrieved, but safety risks and inconvenience increase
Solution Approach 1:
The retrieval unit serves as a mediator that performs the retrieval function from shore, eliminating the need for users to enter water. By using this intermediary device, users can retrieve decoys safely from land while the buoyant unit handles the water-based engagement and lifting, thus removing safety risks associated with water entry.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical action of entering water and manually retrieving decoys with a buoyant mechanical system that operates from shore. The retrieval unit uses buoyancy and hooks to engage and lift decoys, substituting the dangerous manual water-entry process with a safe, automated mechanical retrieval system.
3Ease of operation
If buoyant retrieval units with hooks are used, then decoys can be retrieved without entering water, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The retrieval system is segmented into distinct functional components: a buoyant retrieval unit with hooks for water engagement, a retrieval line for connection, and a throwing mechanism for deployment. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function simply, avoiding overall system complexity while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The retrieval unit is designed as a multi-functional device that can float on water, engage multiple decoys through its hooks, and be thrown by users. This universal design consolidates multiple functions (floating, engaging, lifting) into a single simple device, avoiding the need for multiple separate components and reducing overall structural complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient and safe retrieval of waterfowl decoys from the water without requiring users to enter the water or use a boat, facilitating hunting by allowing decoys to be retrieved efficiently and effectively.
Implementation Method 1
The retrieval unit is comprised of a buoyant material to float on the water
Data Source
AI summary
A decoy retrieval system includes a decoy that is selectively thrown into a body of water thereby facilitating the decoy to float on the water. A retrieval unit is provided and the retrieval unit is selectively thrown into the body of water. The retrieval unit is comprised of a buoyant material to float on the water. Moreover, the retrieval unit is coupled to a retrieval line to be drawn out of the water. The retrieval unit has a plurality of hooks thereon to selectively engage the decoy. In this way the decoy may be retrieved from the water without requiring a user to enter the water.