Ice Fishing Stand Spool Quick-Release Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Ice fishing stands require frequent attention for line changes due to fouling or targeting different fish species, which decreases operator efficiency and increases setup time.
Innovation Solution
An ice fishing stand with a spool and quick-release mechanism, allowing for easy rotation and removal of the spool, along with a tip-up arm and rod holder arm for adaptable fishing line management and independent operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a traditional ice fishing stand with fixed spool is used, then the stand provides stable fishing operation, but the operator must spend significant time and attention to change fishing lines
Solution Approach 1:
The fishing stand is divided into separable components: the spool assembly can be independently removed from the base. The spool includes a quick-release mechanism with a release lever that allows the spool to be detached as a separate unit, enabling rapid line changes without disturbing other stand components.
Solution Approach 2:
The spool assembly is extracted as a removable component from the base structure. The quick-release mechanism allows the spool to be easily taken out and replaced, separating the line-changing operation from the entire stand assembly and significantly reducing the time required for line changes.
2Ease of operation
If the spool is permanently fixed to the base, then the stand structure is simple and robust, but line changes require complex disassembly procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The quick-release mechanism is designed to be operated by the user without tools or assistance. The release lever allows the operator to easily disengage the spool from the base by simple manual manipulation, making the system self-servicing for line changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection between spool and base transitions from a static permanent fixture to a dynamic removable connection. The quick-release mechanism allows the connection state to change easily between engaged and disengaged positions, providing operational flexibility while maintaining structural integrity when engaged.
Data Source
AI summary
According to an aspect, another ice fishing stand is disclosed and includes a base, a tip up arm, and a rod holder arm. The base is configured to be positioned about an ice-fishing hole, and has a receiving feature. The tip up arm is configured to hold a spool. The rod holder arm includes a rod holder that is configured to hold a fishing rod. The rod holder arm is releasably mountable to the receiving feature.