Fishing Reel Braking Force Control via Electronic Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional braking force control systems for fishing reels are difficult to set with precision, leading to suboptimal casting conditions due to limited adjustment capabilities and increased complexity with more operation tools, making it hard for users to achieve the best casting distance without backlash or entanglement.
Innovation Solution
A braking force control system incorporating a fishing reel with a spool, operation portion, clutch, brake, and microcomputer that uses sensors and a microcomputer to adjust braking force dynamically based on user input and real-time conditions, allowing for detailed settings and optimal casting conditions through a user-friendly interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If the number of operation tools is increased to enable more detailed braking force settings, then the braking force adjustment precision is improved, but the device size and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces multiple mechanical operation tools with an electronic control system. A single operation tool (operation lever) with multiple positions controls braking force through electronic signals to the braking force controller, eliminating the need for multiple physical adjustment mechanisms while achieving detailed braking force settings.
Solution Approach 2:
The operation lever serves multiple functions by having multiple operation positions (first operation positions and second operation positions) that collectively control various aspects of braking force, allowing one component to perform what previously required multiple separate tools.
2Measurement precision
If the number of operation tools is increased to enable more detailed braking force settings, then the braking force adjustment precision is improved, but the reel size increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces multiple mechanical operation tools with an electronic control system. A single operation tool (operation lever) with multiple positions controls braking force through electronic signals to the braking force controller, eliminating the need for multiple physical adjustment mechanisms while achieving detailed braking force settings.
3Measurement precision
If trial and error method is used to adjust braking force, then the braking force can be optimized, but the time and effort required increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a casting distance detector that measures the actual casting distance and feeds this information back to the controller. The controller compares the detected casting distance with the target casting distance and automatically adjusts the braking force accordingly, eliminating the need for manual trial and error adjustment by the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs automatic braking force optimization without requiring user intervention. The controller autonomously adjusts the braking force based on feedback from the casting distance detector, making the system self-regulating and eliminating the time-consuming trial and error process.
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AI summary
[Problem] To provide a fishing reel, a braking force control system and a braking force setting device capable of easily making detailed settings of braking force and can accurately optimize casting conditions. [Means for Solution] A fishing reel (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a spool (3) capable of winding a fishing line, a spool brake (15) that brakes the spool, and a spool braking force controller (16) capable of controlling braking force from the spool brake, wherein the spool braking force controller is configured to have a receiver (94) capable of receiving an instruction from an external device (10), and to set braking force based on the instruction as to the braking force received by the receiver from the external device.