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Advanced Electric Fishing Reel: Next-Gen Angling Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856931_0001_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Electric Fishing Reel: Next-Gen Angling Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856931_0001_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856931_0001_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. 11,856,931.

Background and Problem Solved

The original battery powered electric reel patent has limitations in terms of user comfort, battery life, and line retrieval. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing an integrated ergonomic grip to reduce fatigue, a power management module to optimize battery life, an automatic line retrieval system to prevent line breakage, an advanced drag system to adjust drag pressure in real-time, and integrated fish tracking technology to provide real-time fishing analytics.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in the integration of ergonomic design, power management, automatic line retrieval, advanced drag system, and integrated fish tracking technology into a single battery powered electric reel. The inventive step is the combination of these features to create a more efficient, safe, and enjoyable fishing experience.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in grip design, power management algorithms, sensor types, and drag system configurations. Additionally, the invention could be implemented with different materials, shapes, and sizes to cater to various fishing styles and preferences.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced battery powered electric reel has significant commercial potential in the sport fishing industry, targeting both recreational and professional anglers. The invention's advanced features and improved performance are likely to appeal to a wide range of customers, increasing market share and driving business growth.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K89/017

Field of Art

Fishing equipment design, specifically motorized electric fishing reels with power management and advanced control systems. Requires mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and marine equipment design expertise

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with knowledge of electromechanical systems, battery technologies, fishing equipment design, sensor integration, and ergonomic product development. Typically holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with experience in consumer electronics and sporting equipment design

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable technological extensions of the source patent's core electric reel design. The disclosed improvements leverage standard engineering techniques to enhance functionality through known sensor, power management, and ergonomic design principles. These modifications represent incremental advancements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to improve electric fishing reel performance and user experience.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Battery powered electric motor drive assembly for fishing reel
PTD Variation
Power management module dynamically adjusting motor speed based on battery level
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable optimization of existing battery-powered system using standard power management techniques known in electrical engineering
Source Patent Element
Electric motor with output shaft for line rotation
PTD Variation
Automatic line retrieval system with tension-based speed control
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical application of sensor feedback control to prevent line damage, utilizing standard control system engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Main body of fishing reel with motorized drive
PTD Variation
Integrated ergonomic grip designed to reduce user fatigue
Obviousness Reasoning
Design optimization through standard human factors engineering techniques, representing a predictable user experience improvement
Source Patent Element
Electric fishing reel with battery power system
PTD Variation
Integrated GPS module and fish species tracking technology
Obviousness Reasoning
Straightforward technological enhancement using standard GPS and database integration techniques common in modern electronic devices
Source Patent Element
Motorized fishing reel with electric drive
PTD Variation
Advanced drag system with real-time pressure adjustment
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable mechanical improvement using known sensor and control system techniques to enhance fishing equipment performance
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856931 and the disclosed technological variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations obvious and lacking inventive step. The presented technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed improvements represent predictable extensions of existing electric fishing reel technology, utilizing standard engineering techniques to enhance functionality through incremental design modifications.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,931
TitleBattery powered electric reel
Assignee(s)Pure Fishing, Inc.