Solar power lighted audio fishing tackle box
US10116139B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/56
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a fishing tackle box that has been outfitted with LED (light Emitting Diodes) lighting the trays and main storage areas of the box. The LEDs in the box are powered by a rechargeable battery charged by at least two solar panels, and are positioned to provide power regardless of the box being opened or closed. The battery and solar panels also provide power to a USB connector mounted on the external wall of the box to allow charging of a smartphone or audio device. Also, the box has stereo or two speakers driven by wireless (Bluetooth) wired audio inputs to the box. AC or mains input is located on an external wall of the box for an additional charging source.
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