GB2505004A - Floating bite indicator - Google Patents
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- GB2505004A GB2505004A GB201214755A GB201214755A GB2505004A GB 2505004 A GB2505004 A GB 2505004A GB 201214755 A GB201214755 A GB 201214755A GB 201214755 A GB201214755 A GB 201214755A GB 2505004 A GB2505004 A GB 2505004A
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- enclosure
- floating
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- bite indicator
- fishing
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
- A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; CARE OF BIRDS, FISHES, INSECTS; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
- A01K93/00—Floats for angling, with or without signalling devices
- A01K93/02—Floats for angling, with or without signalling devices with signalling devices
Abstract
A floating bite indicator for fishing at night or in low light environments comprising a hollow floating enclosure 1 which is attached to a fishing line. The enclosure contains a light propagating device 2, preferably an electric lamp or LED, which illuminates when the floating enclosure changes its position from horizontal to vertical when a fish takes the baited hook. The light propagating device is connected to a sensor 5 to detect the enclosure. The hollow enclosure can allow access to the internal components via a water tight screw fitting along the enclosure body. The power source for the light propagating device is made of a battery cell 4 which can be rechargeable or non rechargeable. The power source can be isolated 6 to the light source and sensor to prevent power drain and overload during charge cycle.
Description
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Field of the InventTon
The present invention relates to a bite indicator for use in fishing and in particular an electronic floating bite indicator.
Background of Invention.
In some methods of fishing it is desirable for the fisherman to fish during low light levels or at night. As this period of darkness arrives some breeds of fish are actively feeding due to the quiet of the night It Is possible to use fishing floats with a light source such a chemical sticks or even electronic light sources. The light sources in these floats are illuminated constantly and this can scare shy fish away.
At the same time the electronic devices will have a limited life time due to the amount of energy taken from the power source which would normally be a battery cell(s). It is also normal for fishing floats to be used in a vertical position for bite indication.
Bank side bite Indicators can be used for night or low level light fishing but they are not suitable for moving around the lake and they need to be in a solid static position for correct use.
The fisherman may need to locate the feeding fish by moving around the waters edge in order to catch them. This method of fishing is known as "stalking".
The present invention does not illuminate constantly and only illuminates when a fish takes the baited hook and swims away.
The present invention is a floating bite indicator which is positioned horizontal during its normal state on the water. It is also very portable and can be used for stalking fish in low light level conditions.
It is possible to see where the present Invention is in the water by slowly reeling the line in until the position changes from horizontal towards a vertical position, thus illuminating the bite indicator. Once the line movement has stopped the illumination ceases.
Summary of the Invention.
The present invention provides a visual indication using a light signal that a fish has taken a baited hook and has started to swim away during night or low level fishing sessions.
The present invention provides a bite indicator for use with a fishing rod and line comprising: A hollow watertight enclosure which incorporates a watertight threaded screw type fitting to allow the endosure to be split apart at some point of the enclosure body Thus allowing access to some of the component.s inside the enclosure.
The line is connected to either the bottom or top and bottom of the enclosure to suit the angler's fishing method. When the fish takes the baited hook and swims away, the bite indicator will move in the water In the direction of the fish. Due to the buoyancy of the bite Indictor it will change position from horizontal towards a vertical position. This change of position will cause light propagating source to illuminate thus alerting the angler of the fish taking the bait and swimming off.
The light propagation is electric. The light source may be from an electric lamp or light emitting diode (liD). The light source will emit light when the enclosure position changes towards a vertical state. If the enclosure returns to the horizontal state the light emission will stop. The detection of the position from horizontal to vertical and back Is made by an electronic sensor. The sensor detects the state of the enclosure and when the enclosure changes position the sensor becomes active.
The light source and sensor are powered by a battery cell. The battery cell can be a standard type or a rechargeable type. The splitting apart of the enclosure gives access to some of the internal components of the enclosure, allowing either cell replacement or connection to an electrical outlet for charging the rechargeable cell by an electric charger or solar powered charger. The electrical outlet to the charging device can be any type to suit the charging unit To prevent continuous discharge of the battery cell or the overloading of a light emitting diode (LEO) during a recharge cycle, an isolation switch is provided to disconnect the electrical supply to the sensor and LED.
When a fish is hooked the enclosure will stay towards a vertical position due to the buoyancy of the bite indicator. The light propagation will remain on while playing the fish. This will assist the angler to see where the fish is in the lake and what direction it is swimming. Thus allowing the angler to ensure the fish does not head for natural cover or weed beds.
Detailed description of drawings
Drawing 1 1. bite indicator hollow enclosure top section 2. lIght emitting source (electric lamp or light emitting diode) 3. Component circuit board 4. Rechargeable or non rechargeable battery cell 5. Position sensor 6. Isolating switch for switch off power to light source.
7. Connector to allow battery cell to be recharged.
8. Bite indicator hollow enclosure bottom section 9. Fishing line securing eyelet Drawing 2 Bite indicator in use for floating baits Drawing 3 Bite indicator in use for sinking baits Drawing 4 Bite indicator in operation during fish taking bait and swimming away.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| GB201214755A GB2505004A (en) | 2012-08-18 | 2012-08-18 | Floating bite indicator |
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| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| GB201214755A GB2505004A (en) | 2012-08-18 | 2012-08-18 | Floating bite indicator |
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| GB201214755D0 GB201214755D0 (en) | 2012-10-03 |
| GB2505004A true GB2505004A (en) | 2014-02-19 |
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| GB201214755A Withdrawn GB2505004A (en) | 2012-08-18 | 2012-08-18 | Floating bite indicator |
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Citations (7)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US2205352A (en) * | 1938-10-25 | 1940-06-18 | Fisher Fester Henry | Electric float |
| US2224471A (en) * | 1939-10-24 | 1940-12-10 | George A Burgin | Fishing tackle |
| US2252358A (en) * | 1940-07-20 | 1941-08-12 | Tosi John | Signaling float |
| US2280457A (en) * | 1940-10-08 | 1942-04-21 | Harry M Suteliffe | Illuminated fishing bob |
| US2464309A (en) * | 1945-06-23 | 1949-03-15 | Virgil R Harshman | Fishing float |
| GB974684A (en) * | 1962-08-27 | 1964-11-11 | Edward John Dickens | New or improved angler's float |
| GB1082095A (en) * | 1965-08-03 | 1967-09-06 | Edward John Dickens | Improvements in or relating to anglers' floats |
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Patent Citations (7)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US2205352A (en) * | 1938-10-25 | 1940-06-18 | Fisher Fester Henry | Electric float |
| US2224471A (en) * | 1939-10-24 | 1940-12-10 | George A Burgin | Fishing tackle |
| US2252358A (en) * | 1940-07-20 | 1941-08-12 | Tosi John | Signaling float |
| US2280457A (en) * | 1940-10-08 | 1942-04-21 | Harry M Suteliffe | Illuminated fishing bob |
| US2464309A (en) * | 1945-06-23 | 1949-03-15 | Virgil R Harshman | Fishing float |
| GB974684A (en) * | 1962-08-27 | 1964-11-11 | Edward John Dickens | New or improved angler's float |
| GB1082095A (en) * | 1965-08-03 | 1967-09-06 | Edward John Dickens | Improvements in or relating to anglers' floats |
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| WAP | Application withdrawn, taken to be withdrawn or refused ** after publication under section 16(1) |