Universal Fishing Rod Holder with Segmented Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fishing rod holding devices are not compatible with different types of fishing rods and can only be attached to the waist of the user, limiting their versatility and usability.
Innovation Solution
A universal fishing rod holding device featuring a flat base made of impact and corrosion-resistant polymeric material, with a cone-shaped rod holder and an attachment device that allows for attachment to various clothing items and body parts, ensuring compatibility with different rod types and flexible placement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional fishing rod holding device is designed with a fixed structure, then it provides stable holding, but it cannot be compatible with different types of fishing rods and can only be attached to the waist
Solution Approach 1:
The base is designed with multiple types of openings (rectangular openings for belts, square holes for attachment devices, triangular openings for rod holders) that can accommodate different attachment methods and rod types. This universal design allows the same device to be attached to various clothing items (belts, jackets, pants) and to hold different types of fishing rods, achieving multi-functionality without requiring multiple separate devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is divided into separate functional components: a base for attachment, rod holders for holding rods, and an attachment device for securing to clothing. The rod holders can be detached and repositioned by removing them from the triangular openings in the base, allowing flexible configuration and easy adaptation to different rod types and attachment preferences.
2Ease of operation
If the fishing rod is held in hand continuously, then precise control is maintained, but the user cannot perform other tasks such as bait changes or fish unhooking efficiently
Solution Approach 1:
The device provides self-service by holding the fishing rod securely in the rod holder attached to the user's clothing, freeing both hands to perform bait changes, fish unhooking, and other tasks independently without needing to place the rod on the ground or seek assistance. The rod remains readily accessible and controllable while the user's hands are completely free.
3Strength
If the rod holder is made of rigid material, then it provides strong holding force, but it may damage the fishing rod handle or cause discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The rod holder transitions from a completely rigid structure to one with controlled flexibility by incorporating a resilient element (spring) that provides yielding contact. The spring mechanism maintains strong holding force through elastic deformation while absorbing shocks and adapting to the rod handle's shape, preventing damage to both the rod and user discomfort from excessive rigidity.
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AI summary
The invention refers to a fishing rod holding device including a flat base (1) of polymeric material and an attachment device (4) mounted thereto. The base has two upper and two lower rectangular openings (2) and (2'). Between the upper rectangular openings there are two square holes (3). Below them and below the two lower rectangular openings there are two rectangular holes (5) and (5') for attaching a rod holder (6). Below one of the upper rectangular opening there is an elliptical hole (7). The rod holder has cone-shaped body (11) with triangular stabilisers (12) on both sides with bent upper ends (13). Below each stabiliser there is a plate (14). In the upper part of the rod holder there is a hole (8) and a divider (15) forming two sockets (16). The attachment device has two side-bent lugs (10) located in the square holes, and vertical arms (9) with inwardly bent free ends. An L-shaped rod-like element (17) is fitted to each arm.