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Smart Fish Rack: AI-Powered Fishing Data Analytics System

Publication ID: 24-11856932_0003_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Smart Fish Rack: AI-Powered Fishing Data Analytics System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856932_0003_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856932_0003_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. 11,856,932.

Background and Problem Solved

The original adjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly, while effective for temporarily holding fish for picture taking, lacks the capability to capture and analyze fish-related data, limiting its potential for enhancing the fishing experience. This new invention addresses this limitation by incorporating cutting-edge technologies to create a more comprehensive and interactive system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials with the adjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly provides a novel and non-obvious solution, overcoming the limitations of the original patent and offering a more comprehensive and interactive fishing experience.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the computer vision module's architecture, the use of different machine learning algorithms, or the integration of additional sensors for tracking water quality or fish behavior. The system could also be adapted for use in commercial fishing or aquaculture applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has significant commercial potential in the recreational fishing industry, with potential applications in personalized fishing gear recommendations, fishing trip planning, and fishing-related data analytics. The system could also be marketed to fishing enthusiasts, fishing tour operators, and fishing gear manufacturers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K97/00
A A47 A47F5/13
A A47 A47F7/0071
G G03 G03B15/00

Field of Art

Fishing equipment design, photographic support systems, and recreational fishing technology with expertise in mechanical engineering, computer vision, and IoT sensor integration

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with knowledge of mechanical design, sensor technologies, image processing, and fishing equipment engineering, capable of integrating digital technologies with physical equipment

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that adding digital tracking, sensor integration, and data management capabilities to a fish-supporting photographic rack is a natural technological progression. The source patent provides a foundational framework for fish documentation, which the PTD extends through predictable digital enhancements. These variations represent straightforward technological adaptations using well-established techniques in computer vision, IoT, and data management.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Fish-supporting photographic rack assembly with hooks and framework for displaying caught fish
PTD Variation
Integration of computer vision module for detecting and tracking fish features
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding image recognition to a fish display system is a predictable application of known computer vision techniques for automated documentation and analysis
Source Patent Element
Structural framework designed for positioning and displaying fish
PTD Variation
IoT-enabled sensor module for tracking environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating environmental sensors into fishing equipment represents a standard technological enhancement for gathering supplementary contextual data
Source Patent Element
Photographic rack for capturing fish images
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based system for securely storing and verifying fishing records
Obviousness Reasoning
Using blockchain for record verification is a known technique for creating immutable documentation systems across multiple domains
Source Patent Element
Tubular metal framework construction
PTD Variation
Composite material using lightweight metal alloy, polymer coating, and reinforcing fiber mesh
Obviousness Reasoning
Material optimization through composite engineering represents a standard design approach for improving equipment performance and durability
Source Patent Element
Fish display and documentation apparatus
PTD Variation
Mobile application for generating personalized fishing recommendations based on captured data
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing recommendation systems from collected data is a predictable application of machine learning techniques in recreational technology
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856932 and the disclosed technological variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed innovations obvious and lacking inventive step. The systematic integration of digital technologies with the foundational fish-supporting photographic rack represents a predictable evolution of the original design, utilizing standard engineering techniques and readily available technological components.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,932
TitleAdjustable fish-supporting photographic rack assembly