Modular Waders With Removable Layers for Abrasion Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fishing waders suffer from durability issues such as abrasion, punctures, and water infiltration, and lack adaptability to varying environmental conditions, while also posing challenges in capturing fishing moments due to the need to remove devices for imaging.
Innovation Solution
Modular waders with removable covering units and integrated magnetic and mechanical coupling systems, incorporating durable materials and layers for enhanced protection and adaptability, along with a mobile device holder for easy imaging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If lightweight breathable materials are used for waders, then comfort and temperature control are improved, but durability and resistance to abrasion and punctures deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The wader system is divided into separate functional layers: a breathable waterproof membrane layer for temperature control and comfort, and a separate durable outer protective layer for abrasion and puncture resistance. This segmentation allows each layer to optimize its specific function without compromising the other.
Solution Approach 2:
The waders use composite construction combining different materials with complementary properties - waterproof breathable membranes (e.g., Gore-Tex) layered with durable abrasion-resistant fabrics (e.g., Cordura nylon). This composite structure achieves both comfort/temperature control and enhanced durability simultaneously.
2Reliability
If traditional neoprene waders are used, then durability is improved, but weight and movement restriction worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The invention changes the material parameters from traditional neoprene (heavy, rigid) to lightweight breathable membranes and durable synthetic fabrics. This parameter change maintains durability through the protective outer layer while significantly reducing weight and improving movement freedom through the breathable construction.
3Ease of operation
If lightweight breathable materials are used for waders, then comfort is improved, but resistance to water infiltration deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wader system separates waterproofing function from breathability function into distinct layers. The waterproof breathable membrane provides water infiltration resistance while allowing vapor transmission, with the durable outer layer providing additional protection. This segmentation enables simultaneous achievement of comfort and water resistance.
Solution Approach 2:
The composite construction of waterproof breathable membranes combined with durable outer fabrics creates a system that maintains both comfort through breathability and effective water infiltration resistance through the membrane and protective layering.
4Reliability
If modular covering units are added to waders for protection, then durability is improved, but device complexity worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The protective covering is segmented into separate modular units (e.g., leg coverings, chest covering) that can be independently attached and removed. Each unit provides specific protection to particular areas, allowing users to configure the system based on actual needs and minimizing unnecessary complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular covering units are designed with universal coupling mechanisms that allow them to attach to different parts of the wader system. These multi-functional covers can provide durability protection, waterproofing, and even serve as storage compartments, reducing the need for separate specialized components.
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
Provides improved durability, adaptability to environmental conditions, and facilitates image capture without device removal, enhancing the user experience for fishermen.
Implementation Method 1
The coupling system includes magnetic and mechanical components that secure the covering unit to the waders
Implementation Method 2
The waders may include a waterproof breathable membrane
Implementation Method 3
The functions being selected from the group of: durability, waterproofness or water resistance, breathability, insulation, cushioning, thermoregulation, and 2-way or 4-way elasticity
Data Source
AI summary
In some embodiments, the inventive subject matter is directed to a modular waders system that includes: a main waders garment and a covering unit. The covering unit may have multiple functions expressed in one or more layers, the functions being selected from the group of: durability, waterproofness or water resistance, breathability, insulation, cushioning, thermoregulation, and 2-way or 4-way elasticity. The waders system includes a coupling system that makes the covering unit easily donned or removed by the user as conditions dictate. In some embodiments, the inventive subject matter is directed to waders or other garment having a frontside portion with a mobile device holder comprising a flap, the holder configured to contain or couple to a handheld imaging device having a camera, the flap having one edge portion coupled to the other side so that the flap can reposition from a first position to a second position.