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US3918191A
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Night-time fishing alarm
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-07-29
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Granted: 1975-11-11
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Expires: 1994-07-29
Abstract
Abstract According to the invention, a visual fishing alarm is provided in which an electric light source is automatically energized responsive to a strike or bite by a fish. The device is secured to a flexible fishing pole which flexure is responsible for energizing the light source. The means securing the device to the pole permits variation in the angularity of the device with respect to the pole.
Inventors
- 👤 John J Williamson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 13:48
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K93/00; A01K93/02; A01K97/00; A01K97/12; A01K97/125; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S362/00; Y10S362/802
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
121 words
Signal means including a device having a normally deenergized electrically actuated light source, means for securing said device directly to a flexible pole, means responsive solely to flexure of said pole for energizing said light source whereby during flexure of said pole said light will flash, said securing means being constructed to permit variation of the angularity of said device with respect to said pole and comprising an annular bracket for receiving said device, a threaded stud secured to said bracket and extending radially therefrom, a U-shaped clamp rotatably mounted on said stud via two clearance holes in its extremities, and a nut on said stud outwardly of the outer extremity of said clamp, said pole passing through said U-shaped clamp.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
121 words
Signal means including a device having a normally deenergized electrically actuated light source, means for securing said device directly to a flexible pole, means responsive solely to flexure of said pole for energizing said light source whereby during flexure of said pole said light will flash, said securing means being constructed to permit variation of the angularity of said device with respect to said pole and comprising an annular bracket for receiving said device, a threaded stud secured to said bracket and extending radially therefrom, a U-shaped clamp rotatably mounted on said stud via two clearance holes in its extremities, and a nut on said stud outwardly of the outer extremity of said clamp, said pole passing through said U-shaped clamp.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
Signal means according to claim 1 wherein said energizing means comprises a source of electric energy and a normally open switch of the conductive liquid type.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
72 words
Night-time fishing alarm means according to claim 2 wherein said switch comprises a sealed enclosure, a pair of electrodes therein spaced from each other and connected respectively to said energy source and to said light source, said conductive liquid normally being spaced from at least one of said electrodes and flowable into conductive engagement with both said electrodes when the position of said device is shifted by a fish engaging the hook.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
Night-time fishing alarm means according to claim 3 wherein said alarm device includes a waterproof case enclosing said energy source, switch and light source, at least a portion of said case being translucent to permit visibility of said light source.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
Signal means according to claim 4 wherein said waterproof case is of elongated generally cylindrical shape, slightly tapered lengthwise.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-11-10 | 1979-05-12 | 1979-11-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-11-10 | 1983-05-12 | 1983-11-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-11-10 | 1987-05-12 | 1987-11-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |