Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Adaptive Ice Hole Cover: Smart Fishing Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856934_0005_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Ice Hole Cover: Smart Fishing Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856934_0005_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856934_0005_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. 11,856,934.

Background and Problem Solved

The original Pivotal Ice Hole Cover invention addressed the need for a protective cover that fully opens on demand. However, it has limitations in terms of adaptability to different ice hole sizes and environmental conditions. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing an adaptive system that adjusts its shape and size, integrates with mobile devices, and incorporates renewable energy sources.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in ice fishing hole cover technology by providing an adaptive, modular, and sustainable system that integrates with mobile devices and harnesses renewable energy sources. The inventive step lies in the combination of these features, which enables a more efficient, effective, and environmentally friendly ice fishing experience.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different types of sensors and actuators, various renewable energy sources, and customizable lid portion designs. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in other outdoor activities, such as camping or hunting.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Adaptive Ice Hole Cover System has significant commercial potential in the outdoor recreation industry, particularly in the ice fishing and winter sports markets. The system's adaptability, sustainability, and integration with mobile devices make it an attractive solution for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals alike.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01K97/01

Field of Art

Ice fishing equipment design, specifically protective covers for ice fishing holes, requiring mechanical engineering skills and understanding of outdoor equipment functionality

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or product designer with expertise in outdoor recreational equipment, familiar with modular design principles, sensor integration, and adaptive mechanical systems

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core ice hole cover technology by applying known engineering techniques of sensor integration, modular design, and smart device connectivity to an existing mechanical ice fishing hole cover system.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Pivotal lid portions with hinges that allow opening and closing of an ice fishing hole cover
PTD Variation
Adding sensors and actuators to dynamically adjust cover shape and size based on environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating sensors into mechanical systems is a known technique, and adapting the cover's functionality to respond to environmental conditions would be an obvious design improvement for a PHOSITA
Source Patent Element
Ring configuration that circumscribes an ice fishing opening
PTD Variation
Creating a modular ring system with interchangeable components for customization
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular design is a standard engineering approach for increasing product versatility, and a PHOSITA would find it obvious to create adaptable components for a specialized equipment design
Source Patent Element
Lid retainer with spring-biased mechanism
PTD Variation
Integrating mobile device connectivity for real-time monitoring and environmental tracking
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding digital monitoring to mechanical systems is a predictable technological progression, and a PHOSITA would recognize the utility of smart device integration for outdoor equipment
Source Patent Element
Basic mechanical ice hole cover design
PTD Variation
Incorporating renewable energy sources like solar or wind power for system operation
Obviousness Reasoning
Sustainable energy integration is a known design strategy across multiple technical domains, and applying renewable power to outdoor equipment represents an obvious technical evolution
Source Patent Element
Fixed mechanical design for ice fishing hole protection
PTD Variation
Creating an adaptive system that responds to changing ice and environmental conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing responsive mechanical systems that adjust to environmental variables is a standard engineering approach, and would be an obvious enhancement to existing ice fishing equipment
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856934 and the disclosed technical variations, a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the claimed innovations obvious, as they represent predictable combinations of known mechanical design principles, sensor integration techniques, and adaptive system technologies applicable to ice fishing equipment protective covers.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,934
TitlePivotal ice hole cover