Fishing Reel Spool Line Clasp Anchoring Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Fishing reels face difficulties in securely anchoring the fishing line to the spool during winding and use, leading to line slippage and potential loss during fishing, especially when a fish is fighting.
Innovation Solution
A line clasp is fixed to the spool, either rigidly or via spring action, to anchor the line between the clasp and the spool core, creating a gap for secure pinching or friction fit, with various shapes and attachments to accommodate different spool designs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the line is tied tightly around the spool core to anchor the line, then the line anchoring reliability is improved, but the operation complexity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The clasp is pre-attached to the spool core, creating a ready-to-use anchoring mechanism before the fishing line is applied. This eliminates the need for the user to perform the complex task of tying the line tightly around the spool core during actual fishing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The clasp acts as an intermediary component between the spool core and the fishing line. Instead of directly tying the line to the spool core, the clasp provides a dedicated anchoring point that simplifies the connection process while maintaining secure attachment.
2Reliability
If the line is tied tightly around the spool core, then the line anchoring reliability is improved, but the time required for initial winding and setup increases
Solution Approach 1:
The clasp is attached to the spool core during manufacturing or initial setup, so the anchoring mechanism is already in place before the user begins winding the fishing line. This preliminary preparation eliminates time-consuming tying operations during actual use.
3Reliability
If the line is tied tightly around the spool core, then the line anchoring reliability is improved, but the complexity of the anchoring mechanism increases
Solution Approach 1:
The complex task of tying and securing the line to the spool core is extracted and replaced by a simple clasp component. The clasp provides the necessary anchoring function through a straightforward mechanical design rather than requiring complex tying maneuvers.
Solution Approach 2:
The clasp serves as a simple intermediary component that provides reliable anchoring without requiring complex mechanisms. It bridges the gap between the spool core and fishing line with minimal structural 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 line clasp ensures a secure anchor for the fishing line, preventing slippage during winding and use, even under tension from a fighting fish, enhancing the reliability and convenience of fishing reel operations.
Implementation Method 1
The clasp may be attached to the spool by springs, wherein the clasp has up and down positions and is releasably fixable in each of those positions
Implementation Method 2
the front end of the clasp is elevated from the surface of the spool to create a gap between the spool and the clasp... whereby the fishing line is anchored on the spool between the clasp and the spool
Data Source
AI summary
A clasp is fixed onto a reel and may be original equipment in the reel, or alternatively, the spool may be a replacement or supplemental spool for use in an existing reel. The spool component of a reel includes a central core with flanges on each side to retain a line wound thereon. The spool is intended to be rotated/spun in the reel or alternatively fixed where the line feeder rotates around the spool. The clasp may be positioned on the surface of the core or on the inside surface of one of the side flanges. This way, a fishing line is anchored on the inside of a spool as the line is wound around and builds up outwardly in the spool.