Abstract: A sea chest, discharge tank and black water discharge tank are disclosed, each comprising a chamber preferably formed integral with a vessel hull to eliminate multiple inlets/outlets to the vessel. The discharge tanks employ a removable standpipe to effectively move a thru-hull opening from beneath the vessel water line to a position above the vessel water line. A sea chest includes a chamber for placement of a UV light to treat incoming water.

Abstract: A fish holding bag comprising a front panel and a rear panel. The front panel has at least a portion thereof being transparent and includes visible measurement markings thereon for measuring a length of a fish in the fish holding bag. The rear panel is connected to the front panel such that a fish holding area is located between the front panel and the rear panel. A bag includes a resealable closure for selectively opening and closing a top opening located between the front panel and the rear panel, with the top opening providing access to the fish holding area. A plurality of tabs extend outwardly from the front panel and rear panel and connected thereto, with each of the tabs having a grommet surrounding a hole in the tabs. The bag further includes a handle for holding the fish holding bag.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a biocide generating system for inhibiting bio-fouling within a water system of a watercraft. The water system is configured to draw water from a body of water on which the watercraft is supported. The biocide generating system includes an electrode arrangement adapted to be incorporated as part of an electrolytic cell through which the water of the water system flows.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a new and improved fishing bait bucket or container. More specifically, this invention relates to a bait bucket that has a generally cylindrical insulated main body, a suction hose assembly, a water pump, an overflow hose assembly, a main lid, and a secondary lid. This invention allows for the continuous passive cycling of water through the bait bucket to optimize the conditions therein and the lifespan of the baitfish.

Abstract: A flexible elastic container having a configuration matching an internal configuration of a standard bucket is provided. The flexible elastic container clings to the inner surface of a bucket without any bubbles or wrinkles due to a specially selected wall material. Container walls are made of a thin plastic film. A bottom surface of the container is made from a bubble wrap material with a high number of bubbles per container's bottom. The film material making the container walls is attached to a bubble wrap material of the container bottom by glue or by a thermal impulse method.

Abstract: A solar powered aerated bait box including an insulated container having a hinged lid, a partitioned interior, a solar panel disposed upon said lid, a rechargeable battery pack wired in circuit with the solar panel, said battery pack thereby trickle chargeable when sunlight is incident said solar panel, and an air pump disposed in circuit with the battery pack, wherein water stored in the partitioned interior is aerated when the air pump is activated, whereby live, aquatic bait is storable for prolonged periods thereby.

Abstract: An apparatus with a submersed unit, an air pump, a switching-mode power supply, a power transmission cable, a multi-position selector switch, and an air hose is used to aerate and also heat a quantity of water that holds live bait used for fishing. The switching-mode power supply and the air pump are enclosed within a head unit housing which is plugged into a power source. The water containing the live bait is aerated through an aeration stone connected to the air pump through the air hose. When the water needs to be heated a temperature sensitive heating element heats the water. The supplied conditions are controlled by the multi-position selector switch. The temperature sensitive heating element is powered through the power transmission cable and contains a thermistor and a resistive wire. More specifically, when the thermistor detects a drop in temperature, the resistive wire converts electricity into heat.

Abstract: An illuminated aerator dip net system is submerged into a body of water within a container. The dip net assembly has a net with a rigid air tube and lid with a handle attached as one unit. An aerator is attached to the top of the lid. A flexible air tube is connected to an air valve, which is attached to the rigid air tube. The aerator pumps oxygen through the air valve and through the rigid air tube to an air stone that is attached to the bottom of the net thereby oxygenating the body of water within the container keeping the bait alive. The aerator provides an electrical source and switch for a light that is mounted to the bottom side of the aerator. A hole provided in the lid of the dip net assembly allows the light to illuminate live bait within the container.

Abstract: A combination bait bucket and tackle box comprises a cylindrical container providing a means for dry storage of fishing supplies and also live bait. The bait container comprises a top portion of the device. The container further comprises a hinged access lid, a carrying handle, and a pair of slots adapted for securely receiving an aerator pump and a lantern. A bottom portion of the bait container lockably engages a top portion of the tackle box in order to allow the entire apparatus to be carried as unitary device. The tackle box comprises a round bottom portion of the apparatus which includes a plurality of drawers for storage of fishing supplies.

Abstract: A hands-free bait storage and retrieval apparatus for use with a bucket having a continuous side wall defining an interior area and an open top includes a mounting frame having an upper ring and a plurality of mounting fasteners configured to selectively couple the upper ring to the bucket side wall such that the upper ring is situated in the bucket interior area and adjacent the open top thereof. A basket is selectively positioned in the bucket interior area. The apparatus includes a lifting assembly having a foot pedal and a linkage operatively coupling the foot pedal to the basket, the foot pedal being movable between a deployed configuration at which the basket is at a raised configuration within the bucket interior area and a released configuration at which the basket is at a lowered configuration within the bucket interior area.

Abstract: A bait bucket with aerating and cooling functions is particularly adapted for use with live bait and includes an inner bucket, an outer bucket, and an insulated tube. A bottom exterior of the inner bucket includes a water cooling system which provides a cooling and an oxygenating function to the quantity of water contained within the inner bait bucket. The outer bucket includes a fan and a vent which provide circulation and additional cooling to water cooling system.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for producing an oxygenated fluid. In accordance with various embodiments, a vessel of water is provided for housing a population of fish. A stream of oxygenated water is generated to have a dissolved oxygen content of at least about 70 milligrams/liter (mg/l). The stream of oxygenated water is diluted with a second stream of water to provide an output stream with a dissolved oxygen content of from about 5 mg/l to about 14 mg/l. The output stream is injected into the vessel to maintain the population of fish.

Abstract: A drainage system is provided for a livewell compartment within a fishing boat. A flexible and reinforced hose is coupled on a first end to a pump assembly associated with the livewell and extends through an aperture in the boat hull to a second end. A seal interfaces the hose and the hull in association with the aperture. Fluid is delivered from the livewell through the hose to the exterior of the boat through the second end of the hose. The hose includes a compression or tension spring which applies a first longitudinal force with respect to the second end of the hose. The hose is effective to extract from the hull in response to a second longitudinal force applied to the hose and greater than the first force, and is retractable toward the hull in the absence of the second force.

Abstract: A liquid container aeration system for replenishing gases dissolved in a selected liquid present in an interior of said liquid container that checks on an electrical power source capability to continue operation and allows selected liquid substitution in the interior of the container.

Abstract: The bait well apparatus provides for hands-free carry of live bait within an ergonomically shaped apparatus. The concave inner surface fits against a user's hip or leg or even waist, depending upon the chosen wear location. A belt is provided that fits a user's waist or hips. A small optional belt is provided that fits a user's leg. The two clips disposed on the concave inner surface are selectively hooked over a given belt or other clothing item. The lid is hinged to open over the well within the body of the apparatus. The apparatus is provided in more than one size. One size, for example, holds 48 ounces of water. Another exemplary size holds up to 64 ounces of water.

Abstract: A container for live bait is provided with a bait retrieval assembly of readily available structural components which are combined in an unexpectedly useful manner to allow all operations to be carried out using one hand only. The container, which is closed with a substantially rigid lid, may be of arbitrary cross-section but is preferably either cylindrical or tapered. The bait retrieval assembly includes an L-shaped frame comprising a pair of vertical members and a pair of horizontal members on which a bowl-shaped colander is supported. The vertical members are reciprocable through openings in the lid. The vertical members are required to be in mirror image relationship with one another, and laterally spaced-apart so that the distance between the longitudinal center lines of the members in the bottom portion of the L is less than the distance between longitudinal center lines of the members in the upper portion of the L.

Abstract: A liquid container aeration system for replenishing gases dissolved in a selected liquid present in an interior of said liquid container that checks on an electrical power source capability to continue operation and allows selected liquid substitution in the interior of the container.

Abstract: A live well for live bait is provided with a bait retrieval assembly of readily available structural components which are combined in an unexpectedly useful manner to allow all operations to be carried out using one hand only. The live well, which is typically closed with a substantially rigid cover, may be of arbitrary cross-section but is typically either cylindrical or rectangular, and in each case, tapered. The retrieval assembly includes a telescopable support member comprising plural telescopable cylinders; the innermost cylinder is capped and provided with a fastening means for a colander which is reciprocable on the support member. An electrically actuated fluid control system comprising a feed pump and valves pumps water into the support member and pressurizes it sufficiently to raise the innermost cylinder and the colander when a bait is to be selected. Flow of water to the support member is cut off when the colander is to be lowered into the well.

Abstract: A container for live bait is provided with a bait retrieval assembly of readily available structural components which are combined in an unexpectedly useful manner to allow all operations to be carried out using one hand only. The container, which is closed with a substantially rigid lid, may be of arbitrary cross-section but is preferably either cylindrical or tapered. The bait retrieval assembly includes an L-shaped frame comprising a pair of vertical members and a pair of horizontal members on which a bowl-shaped colander is supported. The vertical members are reciprocable through openings in the lid. The vertical members are required to be in mirror image relationship with one another, and laterally spaced-apart so that the distance between the longitudinal center lines of the members in the bottom portion of the L is less than the distance between longitudinal center lines of the members in the upper portion of the L.

Abstract: A live well oxygenator includes a vessel having walls constructed of corrosion resistant material. The walls enclose a chamber that functions as a gaseous oxygen storage chamber. Fittings are disposed on the walls so that gaseous oxygen may be supplied to the chamber from an outside source. The vessel is equipped with a water pump and water return pipe which are in fluid communication with the water in a live well to provide for circulation of the water through the vessel. The water pump sucks water from the live well so that it flows through pump discharge piping. The pump discharge piping is positioned in the oxygen storage chamber. An induction fitting on the discharge piping functions to induct oxygen into the water stream in finely divided bubbles.

Abstract: The invention is a fishing cooler that has wheels and a handle. The fishing cooler also features a plurality of cup holders, an externally removable and attachable rod holder, and a tackle box that can be attached either internally or externally. The fishing cooler has two internal compartments. The first compartment is for storing bait, and is smaller than the second compartment, which is for storing caught fish. Water can pass between each compartment, and a drain plug enables evacuation of all water inside of the cooler. Integrated on top of the cooler is a measuring line for such uses as measuring caught fish. The handle is hingedly connected at one side of the cooler, and extends when in use to enable the end user to pull the cooler behind he or she. The cooler may also include a drain cup and aerator that can be attached to either of the two drain plug holes. A portable light may be attached to the cooler.

Abstract: A bait receptacle assembly controls certain conditions of a bait-sustaining water quantity, such as the air condition and/or the heat condition thereof. The bait receptacle assembly comprises a bait receptacle, a select heat-transferring environment, a water quantity, and an aeration assembly. The bait receptacle receives the water quantity and live bait. The aeration assembly comprises a thermally conductive conduit portion directed through the heat-transferring environment and terminating in the water quantity for aerating the same. Airflow, having been heat-conditioned as it passes through the conduit portion, aerates the water quantity and enables heat energy transfer intermediate the heat-conditioned aeration and the water quantity for controlling the air and/or heat condition of the water quantity and thereby enables the user to help sustain the life of live bait received therein.

Abstract: A live well oxygenator includes a vessel having walls constructed of corrosion resistant material. The walls enclose a chamber that functions as a gaseous oxygen storage chamber. Fittings are disposed on the walls so that gaseous oxygen may be supplied to the chamber from an outside source. The vessel is equipped with a water pump and water return pipe which are in fluid communication with the water in a live well to provide for circulation of the water through the vessel. The water pump sucks water from the live well so that it flows through pump discharge piping. The pump discharge piping is positioned in the oxygen storage chamber. An induction fitting on the discharge piping functions to induct oxygen into the water stream in finely divided bubbles.

Abstract: A fish bait system includes a fish compartment and a filter compartment for maintaining bait fish in a healthy condition for prolonged periods prior to use. The fish bait system allows water to be pumped from the fish compartment through a filter having a standard non-woven reusable media whereby the filtered water is returned through an air infuser to the fish compartment. The infuser is mounted on the wall separating the fish and filter compartments and saturates the filtered water with oxygen to insure the fish are provided with an adequate oxygen supply. The removable filter media can be easily extracted from the filter housing, rinsed or replaced and returned to the filter in a quick and efficient manner.

Abstract: A portable aerator may be operated utilizing either internal direct current power or external alternating or direct current power. The aerator includes a housing in which are mounted an aerator pump and a motor for driving the aerator pump. The motor is connected to positive and negative contacts, which are interengagable by one or more direct current batteries. A jack mounted to the housing is electrically connected to the contacts and the jack is operably interengagable with an external adapter that is selectively attached to an external alternating or direct current power supply for supplying external power to the contacts and thereby to the motor. A switch may be employed to selectively provide power to and disconnect power from the motor.

Abstract: A novel system, apparatus and method of operation for use in watercraft, terrestrially bound motor vehicles and fixed based land applications where water from a live well or bait tank is withdrawn, filtered, climactically controlled and conveyed through a water conditioning unit containing in part a heat exchanging unit with a generally serpentined contour water passageway, the water passageway formed and structured in a manner to allow water, or another fluid within the passageway to abut and surround a generally serpentine form tubular conduit containing a pressurized refrigerant with the water routed within the passageway maintaining continuous contact with the conduit then exiting the heat exchanging unit returned to the live well tank or bait tank.

Abstract: An enhanced filtration and water conditioning system for a novel bait tank suitable for use in recreational boats, dockside and land based personal and commercial applications wherein water from the tank may be climactically controlled, filtered, purged of sediment, displaced scales and other fish waste and returned to the live well tank. Separate first and second water compartments within the tank function in concert with a second interior wall and a second interior bottom, a dual compartment filtration unit removably accommodated within the interior portion of the second compartment, and filtration unit inflow and outflow water conduits with each of the conduits communicably attaching the filtration unit to the first and said second interior water compartments.

Abstract: The patch agent of the present invention is a patch agent comprising a support made of a synthetic fiber and an adhesive layer mounted on the support, and having a bending resistance of 10 to 30 mm and a probe tack value of 0.25 to 1.2 N. The patch agent of the present invention can fully be prevented from peeling off at the time of application and can fully suppress the rash of skin and the pain upon peeling.

Abstract: A minnow bucket that includes a bucket base and an automatic dispensing device positioned inside the bucket base that when raised on a vertical axis in relation to the bucket base dispenses at least one minnow. The minnow bucket may also include a lid that is connected with the bucket base. The automatic dispensing device may comprise a minnow tray that is connected with a minnow tray handle. The handle is used by an angler to cause the automatic dispensing device to dispense minnows.

Abstract: The apparatus includes outer and inner walls that define an first container and an second container in fluid communication with each other. The second container includes an aperture formed therein with an elongate hose passing through the aperture for cooperating with a pump that selectively exhausts and compresses air into the apparatus to thereby cause water to pass through the inner and outer cavities via the hose. Advantageously, when air is introduced into the first container, water is introduced into the second container and, when air is removed from the first container, water is removed out of the second container to thereby make it easier for a user to remove live bait from the second container. A seine may be positioned within the second container for assisting to disburse air bubbles around a perimeter thereof. In addition, the water inside the apparatus can be aerated when air is introduced into first container while the lid is at an open position.

Abstract: The chemoluminescent bait container designed to illuminate live bait contained within the bait container. The bait container may be a portable bait bucket or a permanently installed live well, and is characterized in that at least a part is formed of a chemoluminescent material, such as formed by mixing a thermoplastic polymer with chemoluminescent particles.

Abstract: Fishing apparatus having a container forming a chamber in which caught fish and live bait may be placed and maintained separate from each other. Air is introduced to the chamber to supply oxygen sufficient to enable caught fish and live bait to remain alive. The container provides support for fishing poles, both live and dead bait, and fishing tackle. The retainer may be separated from the container and be tethered thereto. A fishing pole in use may be rested atop the container and restrained against inadvertent separation therefrom.

Abstract: An adjustable aerator for fitting different sized live bait wells. The aerator includes a plate that is vertically positioned in the live bait well, a pump, and a manifold in fluid communication with the pump. The pump is attached to the base of the live bait well by suction cups and aerates water passing through the plate. The manifold conducts the water after being aerated by the pump and includes a lower elbow in fluid communication with the pump, an upright tube in fluid communication with the lower elbow, a TEE in fluid communication with the upright tube, a pair of transverse tubes in fluid communication with both sides of the TEE, respectively, and a pair of upper elbows in fluid communication with the pair of transverse tubes, respectively, and rotatably attached to the pair of transverse tubes, respectively, so as to accommodate for the different sized live bait wells.

Abstract: A battery operated storage container which is divided into two compartments, one for bait and a second for fish caught. It incorporates a pump for filling the compartments to a preset level and a pump to empty the compartments. It also contains an electronic control panel which allows the user to select which functions he/she wants to perform. These functions include filling, emptying, recycling, and aerating the water. The functions can be performed simultaneously or independently.

Abstract: A live well aeration system in which a pump is used to pump water from a sea chest to a bait well containing live bait, wherein the sea chest is provided with a vent line for releasing air from the sea chest, thereby preventing air from entering the pump and causing air lock. The vent line is provided with a valve which is preferably closed at rest, opens in response to rising air, and closes in response to rising water.

Abstract: A fishing box has an outer casing, an inner casing disposed in the outer casing, a casket set having a hollow seat disposed on the inner casing receiving a plurality of caskets, a handle disposed on the hollow seat, an air inflation device disposed in the outer casing, an air channel, and a plurality of air inlet valves communicating with the air channel. The air channel is defined between a bottom plate of the inner casing and a bottom panel of the outer casing. The bottom plate of the inner casing has a plurality of through apertures receiving the air inlet valves.

Abstract: A transport device according to one embodiment including an inner foraminous submersible sectional basket for holding live bait/fish and an outer water filled receptacle having false bottom compartments for storing air supply equipment which maintains a continuous controlled flow of air into the water filled receptacle. Both the receptacle and basket have carrying strap handles. The sectional basket is divided by a foraminous separating wall into a large compartment for holding large fish and a small compartment for holding small fish and/or bait. According to a another embodiment the transport device includes a cylindrical housing having an inflatable air bladder and a container disposed in the housing. The container holds a volume of water and rests atop and compresses the air bladder. A tube having an end connected to the air bladder and extends into the container. At the opposite end of the tube is an air stone for diffusing air into the container.

Abstract: A new combination tackle box, bait well, and cooler for combining separate fishing equipment into a single multi-function apparatus. The inventive device includes a main body portion divided into an upper bait compartment and an upper cooler compartment, separate lids disposed over each compartment for selectively providing access to each compartment, and drawers slidably disposed below the compartments.

Abstract: A battery operated storage container which is divided into two compartments, one for bait and a second for fish caught. It incorporates a pump for filling the compartments to a preset level and a pump to empty the compartments. It also contains an electronic control panel which allows the user to select which functions he/she wants to perform. These functions include filling, emptying, recycling, and aerating the water. The functions can be performed simultaneously or independently.

Abstract: A light weight plastic storage container having joined framed storage section rings detachably attached to a lower live bait well. Each ring has frame openings for several latched draws one of which has a self contained power source to aerate the bait well. An insulated beverage holder may be inserted into a formed cylindrical common center hole in the section rings. The container's top cushion can be used as a seat and has a carrying handle. Both the plastic injection molding process and the blow molding process can be used to manufacture the plastic component parts.

Abstract: A live bait bucket designed to oxygenate water in which fishing bait is kept, comprising an outer bucket and an inner bucket, the space therebetween forming an annular oxygen chamber wherein gaseous oxygen is placed. A removable bait container is designed to fit within the inner bucket. Piping and a pump are provided to circulate water through a filter and back into the annular oxygen chamber, where the water is cascaded over baffles to increase the contact with the gaseous oxygen. A valve is provided to permit injection of oxygen into the annular oxygen chamber. Carrying handles may be provided both on the outer bucket and on the removable bait container.

Abstract: An apparatus for aerating and mixing liquids and gases that includes a hollow housing, at least one rotating object, rotating apparatus for rotating the rotating object, a shaft, and at least one adjustably positioned conduit tube. The hollow housing has a hollow housing first portion and a hollow housing second portion. The hollow housing first portion has a hollow housing first portion wall that contains at least one hollow housing first portion wall inflow port and the hollow housing second portion has a hollow housing second portion wall that contains at least one hollow housing second portion wall outflow port. The at least one rotating object is located in the hollow housing second portion and has a rotating object low pressure side. The rotating apparatus rotates the at least one rotating object and is located in the hollow housing first portion. The shaft connects the at least one rotating object to the rotating apparatus.

Abstract: A device for aerating a bait tank using only air flow as the source of power. An ambient air driven propeller or fan mounted on a shaft positioned in a generally cylindrical housing is provided. A crank section formed in the shaft produces a reciprocating motion which operates a piston rod that is connected to the shaft at one end and to a diaphragm or bellows having a check valve at the other end. A tube or other conduit connected to the outlet of the check valve directs a unidirectional flow of aerating air to the bottom of the tank. An air stone or air brick may be secured in the bottom of the tank in the path of the aerating air flow to enhance dispersion into the bait tank.

Abstract: A live bait and tackle container (10) comprising a bucket (12) for storing water (14), so as to hold live bait therein. An assembly (16) is for aerating the water (14) within the bucket (12), to keep the bait alive over a long period of time. A facility (18) is for retaining various articles (20) on the bucket (12), so as to satisfy the needs of a fisherman.

Abstract: A device for prevention or clearing of air lock in a thru-hull aerator comprising an air relief outlet in communication with the impeller housing. More specifically, an air relief outlet is provided in the pump impeller upstream of the impeller. Attached to the air relief fluid outlet is a flexible air relief hose and check valve which is in communication with the atmosphere. When the pressure in the air relief hose drops below a predetermined level due to vapor lock, a valve in the air relief hose opens and air is permitted to vent, thereby clearing the vapor lock.

Abstract: A bait container flow regulator is provided for use in a bait container system for transporting live bait to a fishing site. The bait container system includes a water containment vessel for carrying water and a quantity of bait fish. The water containment vessel has a closed bottom, an open (or closable) top, a side wall portion, a water inlet for delivering a flow of water to the water containment vessel and one or more water outlets. The bait container flow regulator includes a water inlet conduit that is mountable to the water inlet and sized to extend to a water discharge location in the water containment vessel. A water regulating outlet is mounted on the water inlet conduit for positioning at the water discharge location. A discharge cap is mounted on the water inlet conduit for limiting the flow of water through the water regulating outlet.

Abstract: An aeration apparatus for keeping aquatic life alive includes a container for containing a body of water, aquatic life, and an air space. The aeration apparatus is designed for transport in a vehicle receiving locomotive power from an internal combustion engine having a vacuum line. The aeration apparatus has an exhaust tube which has an inlet in the air space and an outlet connected to the vacuum line for drawing air from the air space into the vacuum line thereby creating subatmospheric pressure in the air space. The apparatus also has an air tube which has an outlet in the water body and an inlet in the atmosphere.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a multi-compartment insulated chest for the fresh storage of bait and food. The chest has a lower portion which is divided into two compartments by a non-insulated wall. The chest has an upper portion which includes a lid and an upper storage area. The upper lid has a secondary hatch to permit access through the upper portion and directly into the lower bait portion. The upper may be separable from the lower portion and float next to a fisherman, connected thereto by a tether.

Abstract: A bait container includes an underlying bait compartment removably mounted relative to the container, with the container having a bait reservoir container mounted to a top wall of the container, with a manual pump operative through a bladder reservoir to provide for aeration of bait within the bait reservoir container.

Abstract: A device for collecting water and channelling it into a boat livewell circulation system comprising a housing which comprises a pivotal and/or extendable scoop, an intake channel, and a pressure valve, which housing is secured to a mounting device which comprises an intake port and a connection element to connect the device to a boat livewell circulation system, which device is operable when the boat is running or idle.