Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Autonomous Wearable Fishing Reel: Next-Gen Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856931_0010_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Autonomous Wearable Fishing Reel: Next-Gen Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856931_0010_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856931_0010_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, while innovative, has limitations in terms of power supply, manual operation, and adaptability to changing fishing conditions. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing wearable power transmission, autonomous fishing capabilities, and modular gear configurations to enhance the overall fishing experience.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel concepts such as wearable power transmission, autonomous fishing, modular gear configurations, and AI-driven sensor integration, which are not obvious extensions of the original patent. These advancements provide a significant paradigm shift in the sport fishing industry.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Other possible implementations of the invention could include underwater sensors for real-time fish tracking, augmented reality displays for enhanced fishing experience, or integration with other wearable devices for a more comprehensive outdoor experience.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation autonomous fishing reel systems have significant commercial potential in the sport fishing industry, with applications in both recreational and professional fishing. The modular and wearable aspects of the invention also open up opportunities for licensing and partnerships with outdoor gear manufacturers and technology companies.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K89/017

Field of Art

Fishing equipment design, specifically motorized fishing reel systems with electrical power transmission and control mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer with expertise in electromechanical systems, familiar with fishing equipment design, power transmission technologies, and embedded sensor integration

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core motorized fishing reel technology. The disclosed wireless power transmission, autonomous fishing, and modular configurations are logical progressions of existing electrical and mechanical fishing reel design principles. These variations represent standard engineering problem-solving approaches using known technological solutions within the fishing equipment domain.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Battery powered electric motor driving fishing reel spool rotation
PTD Variation
Wireless power transmission to fishing reel system
Obviousness Reasoning
Wireless power transfer is a known technique in electromechanical systems, representing a predictable design alternative to direct battery connection
Source Patent Element
Motorized drive assembly for line retrieval
PTD Variation
Autonomous fishing with sensor-triggered line retrieval
Obviousness Reasoning
Integration of bite detection sensors with motorized retrieval represents a straightforward application of existing control system technologies
Source Patent Element
Electric motor with power adaptor configurations
PTD Variation
Modular fishing reel system with interchangeable gear modules
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular design is a standard engineering approach for adaptable mechanical systems, allowing customization through predictable component interfaces
Source Patent Element
Battery powered electric motor for line movement
PTD Variation
Hybrid system combining manual hand crank and electric motor
Obviousness Reasoning
Combining manual and powered mechanical systems is a known design strategy for providing user flexibility and redundant operation modes
Source Patent Element
Electric motor with power transmission capabilities
PTD Variation
Smart fishing reel with sensor-driven performance optimization
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating sensors for performance monitoring represents a standard approach to enhancing mechanical system intelligence using known embedded sensing technologies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856931, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations of the present technical disclosure to be obvious extensions of existing motorized fishing reel technologies. The disclosed innovations represent predictable combinations of known electrical, mechanical, and sensor integration techniques within the fishing equipment design domain, thereby rendering subsequent claims of novelty unpatentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

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