Fishing Rod Holder Assembly with Ground Staking and Resilient Collar
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Solution Overview
Problem
Fishermen face challenges in securely holding and managing their fishing rods while fishing on land, as existing solutions are either inadequate for protecting the rods or inconvenient to use.
Innovation Solution
A fishing rod holder assembly comprising a rod holding portion with a resilient collar and a staking member that can be securely anchored to the ground, allowing the rod to be held upright and freeing the user's hands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fishing rod holder is designed to securely protect the rod, then the rod is protected from damage, but the device becomes more complex and harder to assemble
Solution Approach 1:
The rod holder is divided into separate components: a staking member with foothold, a body portion, and a resilient collar. These segments can be assembled independently and connected through simple insertion or snap-fit mechanisms, reducing overall assembly complexity while maintaining protective functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient collar is designed to fit over the body portion, creating a nested structure where the collar protects the rod while the body provides structural support. The staking member inserts into the body, creating another nested layer. This nesting approach provides multiple protection levels without requiring a complex single-component design
2Reliability
If a staking member is used to anchor the rod holder to the ground, then the rod holder is securely positioned, but it becomes difficult to install and remove
Solution Approach 1:
The foothold is pre-formed as an integral part of the staking member, allowing the user to simply step on it to drive the stake into the ground. This preliminary preparation of the anchoring structure eliminates the need for complex installation tools or procedures while maintaining secure anchoring
Solution Approach 2:
The staking member is designed to be self-installing through the foothold mechanism. The user's body weight applied to the foothold provides the necessary driving force to insert the stake into the ground, eliminating the need for external tools or assistance for installation
3Stability of the object's composition
If the rod holder is designed with a fixed structure, then it provides stable support, but it cannot adapt to different ground conditions or fishing scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The rod holder employs a dynamic assembly where the staking member can be inserted at different angles and depths depending on ground conditions. The resilient collar allows for slight movements and adjustments while maintaining rod support. This dynamic capability enables adaptation to various ground surfaces while preserving structural stability during use
4Reliability
If the resilient collar is made permanent, then it provides continuous protection, but it increases manufacturing complexity and cost
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient collar is designed as a separate, removable component rather than being permanently integrated into the body. This extraction allows for simpler manufacturing of individual parts, easier quality control, and the option to replace the collar if damaged, while still providing continuous protection when assembled
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 solution effectively secures the fishing rod in place, protecting it from damage and allowing the user to perform multiple tasks without worrying about the rod's position, enhancing convenience and safety during land-based fishing.
Implementation Method 1
the rod holding portion comprises a resilient collar that abuts or receives an end of the body and wherein the resilient collar defines a passage for receiving the handle end of the fishing rod
Implementation Method 2
the second end of the staking member engages the ground surface to secure the fishing rod in position
Data Source
AI summary
The application is a fishing rod holder assembly with a rod holding portion and a staking assembly having a first and ground staking member that connect together. The rod holding portion has a passage to hold the handle end of a fishing rod, while the staking member has one end for engaging the ground and another end for connecting to the holding portion. It can securely hold the fishing rod in position by connecting to the rod holding portion and engaging the ground surface.