Advanced Fish Hook Tech: Extreme Fishing Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856919_0009_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Fish Hook Tech: Extreme Fishing Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856919_0009_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856919_0009_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,919.

Background and Problem Solved

The original fish hook apparatus patent had limitations in its applicability to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions, enabling anglers to fish effectively in extreme weather conditions, high-security environments, deep-sea fishing, ice fishing, and disaster relief situations.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in the adaptation of the original fish hook apparatus to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, providing enhanced performance and reliability in these environments. The inventive step is the introduction of specialized materials, coatings, and mechanisms that enable the fish hook apparatus to withstand extreme weather conditions, high-security environments, deep-sea fishing, ice fishing, and disaster relief situations.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations in the materials used for the weighted head member, shank, and point element, as well as different types of coatings and mechanisms for specific environments. For example, the fish hook apparatus for extreme weather conditions could be modified for use in tropical or desert environments, while the fish hook apparatus for high-security fishing could be adapted for use in military or law enforcement applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in the fishing industry, particularly in the niches of extreme weather condition fishing, high-security fishing, deep-sea fishing, ice fishing, and disaster relief fishing. The target markets include professional anglers, recreational fishermen, and organizations involved in disaster relief and emergency response.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K83/06
A A01 A01K91/04

Field of Art

Fishing equipment design, specifically fish hook apparatus and bait systems, requiring technical knowledge of marine engineering, materials science, and fishing equipment manufacturing

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with expertise in fishing gear design, materials engineering, and understanding of environmental adaptations for fishing equipment, typically holding a degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 3-5 years of specialized experience

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the source patent's fundamental fish hook design provides a flexible framework for environmental adaptations. The PTD's variations represent predictable engineering modifications using known materials and techniques to address specific fishing conditions. These adaptations follow standard design principles of material selection, coating technologies, and structural reinforcement that are well-established in fishing equipment engineering.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Weighted head member with defined channel and structural configuration
PTD Variation
Adding water-resistant or pressure-resistant coatings to prevent corrosion in extreme environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Material coating techniques are standard engineering practice for protecting metal components from environmental degradation, representing a predictable solution with expected results
Source Patent Element
Fish hook apparatus with shank and point element
PTD Variation
Reinforcing shank with shock-absorbing or insulating materials for specific environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying structural components with alternative materials to enhance performance is a routine design optimization technique known to those skilled in the art
Source Patent Element
Basic fish hook structural configuration
PTD Variation
Implementing quick-release mechanisms and specialized point element designs for specific use cases
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting hook mechanisms for specialized applications represents an obvious extension of standard design principles, utilizing known mechanical engineering techniques
Source Patent Element
Weighted head member made of lead
PTD Variation
Exploring alternative material compositions for head member to suit specific environmental requirements
Obviousness Reasoning
Material substitution is a standard engineering approach when addressing performance constraints in different operational environments
Source Patent Element
Fish hook apparatus with channel and fastening mechanisms
PTD Variation
Adding tamper-evident fasteners and specialized securing techniques for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing additional security features represents a predictable design modification using known mechanical attachment technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856919, the variations disclosed herein represent obvious extensions of the fundamental fish hook apparatus design, employing standard engineering techniques and predictable modifications that would be readily apparent to a person having ordinary skill in the art of fishing equipment design. The disclosed adaptations constitute prior art demonstrating the obviousness of similar technical variations through routine application of known materials, structural modifications, and environmental adaptation strategies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,919
TitleFish hook apparatus