Collapsible Fly-Fishing Net Frame for Compact Backpack Carry
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional fly-fishing nets are too large and bulky to be conveniently carried on multi-day trips, posing a challenge for anglers who need a portable solution.
Innovation Solution
A collapsible fly-fishing net apparatus that can be dismantled and reassembled, featuring a frame with interchangeable components and a net that can be easily attached or detached, allowing for compact storage and transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a traditional fly-fishing net is used, then the net can effectively land fish, but the net is too large and bulky to be conveniently carried on multi-day trips
Solution Approach 1:
The net frame is divided into multiple segments that can be detached and folded. The rim is split into separate sections connected by hinges, allowing the net to be disassembled into compact components for easy transport in backpacks while maintaining full functionality when assembled
Solution Approach 2:
The net incorporates movable hinges and detachable connectors that allow the frame to transition between an expanded operational configuration and a collapsed storage configuration. This dynamic structure enables the net to adapt its volume based on whether it is being used or transported
2Ease of operation
If the net is made collapsible with detachable components, then the net becomes easier to carry and store, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge and connector components serve multiple functions: they join frame segments together, enable folding and collapsing actions, and provide attachment points for the net basket. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate specialized parts, thereby limiting the increase in overall device complexity despite the collapsible design
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AI summary
A collapsible fishing net apparatus includes a handle including a grip portion, and a rim piece that is configured to couple and decouple from the handle. When the rim piece is coupled to the handle, the rim piece and handle together form a continuous loop. The apparatus further includes a net that is configured to couple to both the handle and the rim piece and enclose the continuous loop.