Float Fishing Apparatus With Integrated Reel and LED Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing float fishing devices are difficult to see and prone to loss at night, especially in large lakes with currents or inclement weather, and lack adjustable line length and bait depth due to the absence of reels.
Innovation Solution
A float fishing apparatus with a hollow shaft containing a slideable cylindrical weight, a reel for line adjustment, and a battery-operated LED light assembly for visibility, along with a reflective floatation collar to enhance visibility and ease of use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If traditional float fishing devices are used without additional components, then the device complexity is low and manufacturing cost is low, but the visibility at night is poor and the device is easy to lose
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single integrated device: the float shaft incorporates a reel mechanism, a light assembly with battery compartment, and a reflective collar. This merging of components resolves the contradiction by providing night visibility and loss prevention while maintaining reasonable device complexity through functional integration rather than separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The float shaft serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a buoyancy device, a reel holder, a light mounting structure, and a reflective surface carrier. This multi-functionality addresses the visibility and loss prevention needs without requiring separate dedicated components for each function
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional float fishing devices without reels are used, then the device complexity is low, but the ability to adjust line length and bait depth is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The reel mechanism integrated into the float shaft provides adjustable line length and bait depth control, giving the device adaptability to different fishing conditions while maintaining a unified structure that doesn't excessively increase complexity
3Reliability
If traditional float fishing devices are used in large lakes with currents and waves, then the manufacturing cost is low, but the reliability of the device is poor due to difficulty in locating and recovering the device
Solution Approach 1:
The reflective collar and light assembly provide visual signals that enhance the device's detectability in various lighting conditions. The reflective collar reflects ambient light during daytime while the LED light assembly provides active illumination at night, resolving the reliability issue without adding complex tracking systems
Solution Approach 2:
The integration of the light assembly and reflective collar with the float shaft creates a unified device that is both more visible and structurally simpler than separate components, addressing reliability while controlling complexity
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 apparatus remains visible at night, prevents loss in challenging conditions, allows easy adjustment of line length and bait depth, and facilitates easy removal of caught fish from the hook.
Implementation Method 1
the cylindrical weight in the shaft slides downwardly towards the line eyelets and hook
Implementation Method 2
A floatation collar having a reflective band therearound is positioned between the light assembly and reel to keep the apparatus afloat
Implementation Method 3
the reflector casts a large pattern of light on the water surface for easy viewing
Data Source
AI summary
A float fishing apparatus and method of use are described primarily for fishing in lakes and ponds. The apparatus includes a cylindrical weight inside an elongated hollow shaft which will readily slide to upright the fishing apparatus from a horizontal position to a vertical position when a successful struck by a fish is made. An LED light casts a broad light pattern on the water when the apparatus is in an upright position to easily identify the state of the fishing apparatus. A rotatable reel with attached fishing line allows the line to be adjusted to a desired length and can then be secured with a reel catch to secure the reel in a non-rotatable position.