Low-drag buoy: A device to reduce drag during crab pot retrieval in fishing
Low-drag buoys are specialized floating devices designed to make crab pot retrieval safer by reducing drag during the hauling process.
- Drag reduction capability
- Up to 80% less drag compared to traditional methods
- Visibility features
- Available in high-visibility colors for easy identification
- Durability requirements
- Built to withstand frequent insertion/removal and harsh marine conditions
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