Removable Gunwale Rod Holder for Personal Watercraft
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current personal watercraft designs with drill-mounted rod and reel structures impede accessibility and removal, compromising hull integrity and safety, as they are fixed and do not allow for easy access to fishing gear and accessories during operations.
Innovation Solution
A removable mechanism featuring a gunwale clamp with an adjustable clamp and locking system, using metallic parts with nylon pads to prevent corrosion and scratching, allowing for secure attachment and easy removal of fishing gear and accessories without compromising hull integrity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If drill-mounted fixed rod holder structures are used on personal watercraft, then secure attachment and stability are achieved, but hull integrity is compromised and accessibility for removal is impeded
Solution Approach 1:
The rod holder system is divided into separate components: a clamp assembly that can be independently attached and detached from the gunwale, and the rod holder itself. This segmentation allows the rod holder to be securely mounted when needed while enabling easy removal by simply releasing the clamp, without requiring drilling into the hull.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamp assembly incorporates a dynamic locking mechanism with adjustable clamping force that can be quickly engaged and disengaged. The clamp transitions between a locked state (providing secure attachment) and an unlocked state (allowing easy removal), enabling the system to adapt between stability and accessibility requirements.
2Stability of the object's composition
If drill-mounted fixed rod holder structures are used on personal watercraft, then stable positioning is achieved, but hull integrity is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp assembly serves as an intermediary between the rod holder and the gunwale, distributing attachment forces across a wider surface area without penetrating the hull. This intermediary mechanism provides stable positioning through friction and mechanical clamping while avoiding the harmful effect of drilling holes that would compromise hull integrity.
3Ease of operation
If removable clamp mechanism is used instead of drill mounting, then hull integrity is maintained and accessibility is improved, but attachment security may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp assembly is pre-configured with adjustment mechanisms that allow the user to pre-tighten and secure the clamp to the gunwale before attaching the rod holder. This preliminary action ensures that the clamp provides sufficient clamping force to securely hold the rod holder in place, maintaining attachment security while preserving removability.
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AI summary
The invention is defined as a personal watercraft gunwale rod holder complete design, fastened to a personal watercraft gunwale port or starboard. It functions as a support for rod and reels or accessories and incorporates a structure that allows unobstructed access to rod and reels of the personal watercraft port or starboard.An incorporated locking mechanism functions as a positioning lock that also allows quick release by the user of the personal watercraft.This invention allows to lade different accessories such as rod and reels, gaff, net, flag, or other accessories.This invention is designed for all personal watercraft users, including those with mobility restrictions that have restricted access to the personal watercraft when obstructed by placement of items.