Abstract: A pop-up bait server and a kit and a method for making the same. The Pop-Up Bait Server for convenient delivery of live bait kept in water contained therein, includes an outer container having an inside; an inner container fitting at least partially inside said outer container, the inner container having an inner wall and an adjoining bottom in which define an interior of the inner container; and a latch mechanism for a releasably restraining the inner container inside the outer container such that the interior is at least partially under water when the inner container is restrained in the outer container by the latch mechanism and the outer container contains an amount of water sufficient to at least partially submerge the interior within the outer container, wherein the interior can contain live bait which resides in water within the interior when the inner container is restrained by the latch mechanism inside the outer container.

Abstract: A remote control operator for a game-calling device includes a push-pull cable connected at one end with the game-calling device and a trigger/pistol combination connected with the other end of the device for axially displacing the inner core member of the cable relative to the outer sheath thereof. The inner core is connected at one end with the actuator of the game calling device and at the other end with the trigger member of the displacement mechanism. The outer sheath is fixedly connected with the housing of the game-calling device at one end and at the other end with the pistol. Upon operation of the trigger, the inner core is axially displaced relative to the outer sheath, thereby to provide a push-pull operation to the acutator member of the game calling device. Upon operation of the actuator of the game-calling device, sounds are generated to simulate the prey of the hunter.

Abstract: An insect eradication device utilizes an incandescent light source to lure insects into a predetermined zone proximal the apparatus enclosure. A suction fan establishes a sub-atmospheric region within the enclosure. Insects with the predetermined zone are entrained within the resulting high velocity airflow and disintegrated upon entering the closely spaced fan blades. The resulting debris is deposited in a removable collection chamber for periodic disposal.

Abstract: A gopher trap has a wire base frame with elongate limbs connected by a cross member at a distal end of the trap. Wire jaws are pivotly mounted on the respective limbs adjacent the distal end. The limbs are connected at the proximal end of the trap by a transverse pin which carries a pivotal jaw actuator plate and a pivotal trigger pan. The trigger pan is attached to an elongate trigger rod which extends under the length of the actuator plate to the distal end of the trap. The actuator plate embraces the respective jaws for opening and closing same and is spring urged away from the base frame to bias the jaws into closed position. The trap may be set by depressing the actuator plate and allowing the trigger pan to pivot forwardly so that the distal end of the trigger rod can engage under the cross member at the distal end of the base frame. The trap is sprung when a rodent pushes the trigger pan rearwardly and disengages the trigger rod from under the cross member.

Abstract: A fishing apparatus comprises a bouyant hull fitted with a propulsion motor and preferably a rudder. Servo-mechanisms controlled by a radio receiver receive radio signals from a remote location and function to control operation of the propulsion motor and the rudder. A mast extends upwardly from the hull and carries at its upper end an attachment means whereby a fishing line can be releasably attached to the apparatus. In use, a fishing line is attached to the apparatus which is then operated by radio control so that it becomes positioned at a location spaced apart from the fisherman. When a fish bites a lure carried by the line, the latter is automatically released by the apparatus allowing the fisherman to play and land the fish without interference with the apparatus. After landing the fish, the fisherman can retrieve the apparatus by radio control for further use.

Abstract: A fishing float (10) for releasably engaging a fishing line (12). The float (10) comprises a pair of oppositely disposed buoyant members (14 and 16) each having a first end portion (18). In the preferred embodiment, the buoyant members (14 and 16) are fabricated of, or coated with, a luminescent material such that they glow in the dark. The float (10) also comprises a locking stem (20) for releasably joining the first end portions (18) of the buoyant members (14 and 16). The float (10) is secured to the fishing line (12) by winding the line (12) around the locking stem (20) and locking the first end portions (18) of the buoyant members (14 and 16) together so as to secure the line (12) therebetween.

Abstract: A trap suitable for capturing a marine animal in open water without harming the captured animal is disclosed. The trap includes a pen having top and bottom ends. A portion of the bottom of the pen includes a flotation element which is sufficiently buoyant to support a substantial percentage of the pen above the water line. The pen further includes a top rim which has an interior opening large enough to receive the captured animal. The platform is slidably coupled to the pen. The platform serves as a flotation device that is suitably buoyant to support the weight of the animal sought. A trap door within the platform is designed to release when an animal climbs thereon. When the trap door is actuated the pen is released from the platform and rises vertically relative to the platform to capture the animal.

Abstract: A fishing accessory container is shown which includes a flexible outer bag having a left and right halves which meet along a peripheral edge. A zipper joins the left and right halves along the peripheral edge to define a closed interior for the bag. A plurality of removable inserts are located within the bag interior and can be unzipped and removed from the bag interior to allow the user to select only needed equipment to be carried on a particular occasion.

Abstract: A kit for adapting a fishing rod holder to a round or polysided support wherein a pair of base plates are fastened to opposing sides of the support. The kit is provided with two pairs of insert members which are selected to fit either the round or polysided support. The insert members are fastened between the base plates in a sandwich like manner with one of the base plates connected to the rod holder. In a preferred manner the base plates provide either a rail or stanchion mounting for the rod holder on a boat.

Abstract: An ecology bug catcher for efficiently trapping a bug without killing it includes a hollow tube with a first end and a second end, a catching mechanism for catching a bug, an ejecting mechanism and a triggering mechanism. The catching mechanism has a first position in which it is resiliently biased so that it is normally closed and a second position in which it is held open. The catching mechanism is slidably coupled into the hollow tube at the first end so that the hollow tube holds it in the second position until the catching mechanism is ejected from the hollow tube and returns to the first position. The ejecting mechanism ejects the catching mechanism from the hollow tube. The triggering mechanism releases the catching mechanism. The ejecting mechanism includes a plug, a spring and a connector and ejects the catching mechanism in order to catch a bug. The plug is mechanically coupled to the hollow tube adjacent to the second end.

Abstract: Refractory metals or ceramics are diffusion bonded or densified by assembling the workpieces to be bonded, wrapping the assembly with carbon yarn, heating the wrapped assembly, cooling the assembly and unwrapping. The expansion of the workpieces together with the shrinking of the carbon yarn produces tremendous pressures which cause bonding and densifying of the workpiece.

Abstract: A fishing rod foregrip which is slidable on the fishing rod between a first fishing reel installation or removal position and a second fishing reel engagement position is provided. The foregrip is formed from a flexible and resilient material and includes a hollow elongate hood portion which, when the foregrip is in the reel engagement position, engages the fishing rod blank, the reel seat nut assembly, and a portion of the fishing rod handle. A reel stem portion angularly extends from the hood portion to engage a portion of the fishing reel foot and reel stem. The hood portion, on its upper outer surface, is provided with a generally planar portion to serve as a thumb engagement surface.

Abstract: A fishing lure made of a soft, non-rigid material shaped and weighted to glide in water is provided. Weights precisely blance the lure to produce the glide and to stabilize deflection of the lure caused by any tendency of the soft, non-rigid material to deflect. A hook for catching fish is attached to the lure and provides the means for connecting the lure to a fishing line controlled by a fisherman.

Abstract: A bait securing means comprised of a helical wire coil including a means for securing one end of the helix to a fish hook eye by snap fit deformation of the wire. The dimension of the helix is calculated to allow the shank of a hook to pass coaxially through the coils and to permit a bait such as an artificial worm to be screwed onto the unsecured end of the helix so the helix will be completely enclosed within the end of the bait and a web of bait material greater than the diameter of the wire is present between the coils of the helix.

Abstract: A landing net capable of temporarily disabling a fish or other animal is provided, having a frame for supporting a collecting net, a handle for controlling the frame and net, and a controllable power source for supplying an electrical current to a contacting member located in the collecting net. When the animal touches the contacting member, it is shocked and temporarily disabled.

Abstract: A method for joining together a pair of flanged metal pipe sections at their respective flanges. The sections have heat sensitive material juxtaposed to, in contact with or bonded to the interior thereof. The method includes the step of providing coolant passages, each of the passages being located adjacent to respect of one of the flanges in proximity to the heat sensitive material for heat exchange therewith. The flanges are brought into a welding position and coolant is passed through the passages. The flanges are then welded together and coolant is continuously passed through the passages until the resultant welded flanges have cooled. An apparatus for effecting this method is also provided comprising a coolant passage adjacent to the flange and in heat exchange relationship with the flange. The coolant passage has an inlet for introducing coolant and an outlet for exhausting coolant therefrom.

Abstract: Diffusion bonding of aluminum alloy objects of different sizes and shapes are greatly improved when the surface of the object is exposed to a high energy source which causes a heat treatment or melting and rapid quenching or solidification at the surface. Such treatment results in the formation of finer grains at the surface which enhances the strength of a diffusion bond.

Abstract: A method of producing substantially distortion-free weld metal tubing wherein a mandrel and a thin metal layer covering the mandrel are used to provide structural support for a starter tube while a weld metal is being deposited on the exterior surface of the starter tube to a desired thickness. The material used for the thin metal layer is selected to have a lower melting temperature than that of the mandrel, starter tube and weld metal, and after the weld metal deposit process is completed, the entire assembly is heated to a temperature in excess of the melting temperature of the thin metal layer, the molten material is flowed out from between the mandrel and the starter tube, thereby facilitating extraction of the mandrel from the weld metal tubing.

Abstract: An all weather portable blind having a breast-body segment and a tail-body segment constructed of a waterproof fabric stretched over lightweight flexible wands. The breast body segment overlaps the tail body segment because the tail has a smaller arc, a stay in the rear apex of the breast and a quickly releasable connection, like a Fastex #SR1 snap buckle, held in tension by an elastic cord staked into the ground. The combination appears as a goose and is large enough to hold a hunter. The breast overlaps the tail and the gap permits a rear view, a sphincter opening in the breast provides a forward view. The breast also has an inflatable neck and head that in combination with rings and releasable straps can change positions.

Abstract: A long line for use in long-line fishing, comprising a main line with detachably attached branch lines, each carrying a respective hook. The branch lines are attached to the main line via globular bodies, which are affixed to said main line and formed by rings having a spherical outer surface. Each branch line is connected to a claw-shaped body, which via a snap-in action is arranged to be brought in releasable engagement with one of the globular bodies on the main line, when the claw-shaped body is displaced along the main line with its claws gripping about said line.