Fishing Camera Assembly with Openable Carrier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Underwater cameras attached to fishing lines complicate tackle setup, introduce weak points, reduce strike rates, are vulnerable to fish attacks, limited to single-line use, and often get lost.
Innovation Solution
A fishing camera assembly with a carrier that encloses the camera, allowing it to capture images both downward and upward along the line, featuring a toggle actuator for recording, induction charging, temperature sensing, GPS, and a mechanism for safe release from the line, enabling retrieval and reducing complications in tackle setup.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of stationary object
If the camera is made a permanent fixture on the fishing line, then the camera can continuously capture fishing action, but the tackle setup becomes more complicated and strike rates are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The camera system is divided into separate modular components: a reusable carrier that attaches to the fishing line and a detachable camera unit. This segmentation allows the camera to be easily attached and detached without complicating the overall tackle setup, while still enabling continuous operation when mounted on the carrier.
Solution Approach 2:
The carrier is pre-configured with mounting mechanisms and positioning features that allow the camera to be quickly attached and properly positioned on the fishing line before use. This preliminary preparation simplifies the setup process while ensuring the camera is ready for immediate operation.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the camera is made a permanent fixture on the fishing line, then the camera remains in position, but additional weak points are introduced in the line
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the camera mounting function from the fishing line itself by introducing an intermediate carrier component. The carrier attaches to the line with secure mechanisms while keeping the line intact and free of weak points, maintaining both camera stability and line reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The carrier acts as an intermediary component between the fishing line and the camera. It provides stable mounting for the camera while distributing loads and stresses away from the line, preventing the creation of weak points in the fishing line itself.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the camera is made a permanent fixture on the fishing line, then the camera is always in position, but the strike rate is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The carrier incorporates movable and adjustable components that allow it to dynamically adapt to different fishing conditions and line tensions. This dynamic design maintains camera position stability while allowing the system to respond to strike events without reducing the angler's strike rate.
4Stability of the object's composition
If the camera is made a permanent fixture on the fishing line, then the camera remains attached, but camera attack from fish becomes more likely
Solution Approach 1:
The separation of the camera from the fishing line through the carrier intermediate component reduces direct contact between the camera and fish. The camera remains stably mounted on the carrier while the line acts as a buffer, reducing the likelihood of fish attacking the camera directly.
5Stability of the object's composition
If the camera is made a permanent fixture on the fishing line, then the camera is always attached, but camera loss becomes inevitable
Solution Approach 1:
The modular design with separate carrier and camera components allows the camera to be easily detached and recovered if lost or damaged. The camera can be separated from the line through the carrier without causing line breakage, significantly reducing camera loss compared to permanent fixture arrangements.
6Device complexity
If a single camera is used on a single fishing line, then the setup is simple, but the camera cannot capture multiple angles or scenes
Solution Approach 1:
The carrier is designed as a universal platform that can accommodate different camera configurations and mounting orientations. This multi-functional design allows a single camera system to capture multiple angles and scenes by adjusting the camera's position and orientation on the carrier, while maintaining simple overall setup.
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
The assembly simplifies tackle setup, reduces camera loss, enhances fishing experience by capturing unique footage, and allows identification of lost fish, while ensuring the camera's safe return, thus extending the angler's experience and providing valuable conservation data.
Implementation Method 1
The charger may be an induction charger. The charger may include a wireless charging coil.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a fishing camera assembly for coupling to a fishing line. The assembly includes a camera and a carrier for carrying the camera along the line. The carrier includes an openable surround (e.g. tube) that surrounds the line. Advantageously, the surround can be opened to readily release the camera from the line thereby reducing complication to the angler's tackle set-up.