Rotating Fishing Rod Butt Gimbal for Smooth Angle Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
In big-game fishing, moving a fishing rod from one rod holder to another while fighting a large fish is difficult, leading to potential loss of the fish due to the need to maintain constant tension and adjust rod angles, which existing systems fail to facilitate smoothly.
Innovation Solution
A gimbal assembly integrated into the fishing rod butt allows 360-degree rotation of the rod with respect to the gimbal, coupled with a tensioning assembly and washers to prevent direct contact and apply necessary tension, enabling smooth angle adjustments and maintaining steady tension without requiring rod relocation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a rod is secured in a fixed rod holder, then the rod is stable and secure, but the rod cannot be easily moved or adjusted in angle when fighting a large fish
Solution Approach 1:
The rod holder incorporates a gimbal mechanism that transforms the static, fixed rod position into a dynamic, adjustable configuration. The gimbal allows the rod to rotate freely around a horizontal axis, enabling anglers to adjust the rod angle smoothly while maintaining secure attachment to the boat structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The rod holder is divided into multiple functional components: a stationary base mounted to the boat, a gimbal assembly with rotational degrees of freedom, and a rod-clamping mechanism. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each component for stability, adjustability, and secure attachment respectively.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a rod is moved between rod holders, then the rod can be repositioned, but it is difficult to move the rod while fighting a large fish requiring constant tension
Solution Approach 1:
The gimbal-equipped rod holder provides multiple functions in a single device: it secures the rod firmly to the boat, allows continuous angle adjustment during fishing, and enables easy rod removal and repositioning when needed. This multi-functionality eliminates the need to choose between secure attachment and ease of movement.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the rod is firmly attached to prevent movement, then the rod remains stable, but the rod cannot rotate or adjust angle smoothly
Solution Approach 1:
The gimbal acts as an intermediary mechanism between the stationary rod holder base and the attached fishing rod. It provides a controlled rotational interface that maintains stable attachment to the boat while enabling smooth rod rotation and angle adjustment through its gimbal bearings and tensioning system.
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
Enables smooth angle adjustments and maintains steady tension on the fishing rod, preventing fish loss during reeling by allowing the rod to rotate freely with the boat movements, thus improving the fishing experience and reducing the risk of losing hooked fish.
Implementation Method 1
A washer is arranged between the proximal end of the tubular member and the gimbal. The washer prevents the proximal end of the tubular member from directly contacting the gimbal.
Implementation Method 2
A tensioning member is arranged about the extension member. The tensioning member directly contacts an inner surface of the gimbal to apply a range of tensions to the gimbal.
Implementation Method 3
The gimbal allows the tubular member to rotate with respect to the gimbal. The gimbal is configured to allow the tubular member to rotate 360 degrees with respect to the gimbal.
Data Source
AI summary
A fishing rod butt includes a tubular member defining a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the tubular member is configured to be coupled with a fishing rod. A gimbal assembly is supported at the proximal end of the tubular member. The gimbal assembly includes a gimbal rotatably coupled with the proximal end of the tubular member. The gimbal allows the tubular member to rotate with respect to the gimbal. A washer is arranged between the proximal end of the tubular member and the gimbal. The washer prevents the proximal end of the tubular member from directly contacting the gimbal.