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Patent GB-2277610-A (GB)
Title: Variable gain traction control
Inventor: SHIRAISHI SHUJI
IPC: F02D29/02
Filed: 1994-03-23
Abstract: A vehicle wheelslip control system wherein the output torque of the engine is adjusted in accordance with the slip state of the driven wheels, includes variable gain output torque control means 44 whereby the sensitivity of response of the engine output torque to changes in the accelerator pedal position is adjusted in accordance with the detected road surface condition 21. The road surface condition is the grip force which can be estimated from at least one of the longitudinal and lateral acceleration of the vehicle (figure 4). The aim is to allow the driver to control the wheelslip so that a "sporty" feel is retained. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2277395-A (GB)
Title: Portable alarm system
Inventor: WORKMAN NIGEL JOHN
IPC: G08B13/14
Filed: 1994-03-29
Abstract: The alarm system is for protecting individual moveable items and comprises an alarm device 13, an electrically conducting cord 15 connected at one end to said system for looping around said moveable item and plugging back into the system at the other end and an electrical connector 16 adapted to fit into a vehicle cigarette lighter socket, such that on breaking the electrical connection of the cord the alarm device is activated. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278401-A (GB)
Title: I.c.engine valve gear
Inventor: PAUL MICHAEL
IPC: F01L13/00
Filed: 1994-04-15
Abstract: Coupling pistons 12 which connect rockers 5 to a rocker 8 by projection into holes 11 are prevented from movement by pressure medium until projections 28 of resilient latches 28 are moved from the piston paths. The latches 28 are moved by the rocker 8 when the rocker is engaged by the lift portion of the cam 7. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278492-A (GB)
Title: Electric energy deriving method and hydrogen generating method using the derived electric energy
Inventor: WATANABE IKUO
IPC: H02N11/00
Filed: 1994-05-18
Abstract: In an electric energy deriving method an atmosphere between the earth 1 and an ionized layer 3 is converted into a good conductor to electrically connect the earth and the ionized layer by photoionisation using a laser 2, and an electric current flows downward through the good conductor along the downward atmosphere electric field. The electric current is received through an electrode 8. The extracted electric current may be used to electroanalyze water so that hydrogen and oxygen can be generated from the water. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279370-A (GB)
Title: Oil extraction in ring spinning machines
Inventor: MANLEY JAMES
IPC: D01H7/56
Filed: 1994-06-08
Abstract: A ring-spinning machine having one or more jets (14) for spraying pressurised oil onto the spinning rings (18) has also, in close proximity to the spinning rings (18), extraction apparatus in the form of a suction tube (20) for removing oil-entrained air in the region of the rings (18). The jet and suction tube may be mounted on a reciprocating carriage (12) together with a water spraying nozzle (22) for cleaning plates (24). The extracted oil may be filtered and may be recirculated through the jet (14). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2290848-A (GB)
Title: Multi channel pipes
Inventor: AUSIAS GILLES
IPC: F16L39/00
Filed: 1994-07-01
Abstract: A pipe for fluid transport, such as for conveying fuel in a motor vehicle from its fuel tank to its engine and in the opposite direction, comprises an outer wall (10) concentric with an inner tube (6) which is supported from the inside of the outer wall (10) by radially directed webs (12). A second tube (8) is thus provided which is concentric with but isolated from the inner tube (6). The inner and outer tubes (6, 8) enable separate flows of fluid, possibly in opposite directions, to be achieved by means of a single pipe. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2280770-A (GB)
Title: Selective calling radio receiver having non-read message alarm function
Inventor: KUDOH KAZUHIRO
IPC: G08B5/22
Filed: 1994-07-14
Abstract: A selective calling radio receiver comprises a message memory 8 for distinguishably storing received messages as non-read (unread) messages and read messages, and a control portion 5. When the receiver is called, the control portion performs a non-read alarm when a non-read message is stored in the message memory, and a normal alarm when there are no non-read messages stored therein. When the switch 11 for requesting termination of the call alarm is pushed at a time of a call alarm, the control portion 5 terminates the call alarm, displays the message, and stores the message in the message memory 8 as a read message. When the switch 11 is not pushed within a constant time lapse, the control portion 5 terminates the call alarm, and stores the message in the message memory 8 as a non-read message.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2293040-A (GB)
Title: Sound reinforcement systems for acoustic stringed instruments
Inventor: VANDEN MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: G10H3/18
Filed: 1994-09-09
Abstract: The pickup has varying length neodymium magnets mounted above an air coil. The electronics for the pre-amplification and the power supply for the system may be contained within the pickup casing. The casing also acts as a carrier for the microphone system which can be mounted either internally or externally of the instrument. The electronics to control, blend and power these magnetic pickup/mic systems can be housed in a module the dimensions of which allow it to be either plugged into the instrument using an end pin jack, or used separately e.g. belt mounted. The electronics and power supply contained within the module can also be mounted in the instrument. The on-board unit provides an assembled unit of magnetic pickup and microphone system with associated electronics which can be installed during guitar manufacture and may lie under the finger board. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2298818-A (GB)
Title: Printing method for display material
Inventor: WHAWELL IAN STUART
IPC: B41M7/00
Filed: 1995-03-11
Abstract: A method of applying a colour on to a display material (eg a colour chart or card) to represent the colour of a paint (eg which is to be used on a vehicle body), wherein the colour is applied by screen printing a colouring screen printing medium comprising colour pigments of the paint which is to be represented. A varnish or lacquer may be applied following the above step and the varnish or lacquer may be cured by UV light.
Patent GB-2302341-A (GB)
Title: Textile treatment with a cellulose ether
Inventor: AZOZ NAZAR EESA NAOM
IPC: D06M15/09
Filed: 1995-06-15
Abstract: A cellulose ether is used as a textile fibre damage inhibitor or textile fibre protector. It may be employed in a fabric conditioner or detergent composition.
Patent GB-2303247-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in thermocouples
Inventor: WITEK STEFAN RYSZARD
IPC: G01K7/08
Filed: 1995-07-12
Abstract: A thermocouple for the continuous measurement of the temperature of a molten metal, or a molten alloy, comprises a positive electrode 2 which is formed from a refractory metal e.g. Mo, W, and a negative electrode 1 which comprises a graphite rod, the junction between the positive electrode and the negative electrode being provided, in use, by the molten metal or molten alloy the temperature of which is being measured by the thermocouple. The electrodes 1,2 are protected by graphite powder 11, an aluminium sheath 10, a cermet disc 13 and a cermet cup 6. The thermocouple may be used to measure the temperature of molten aluminium, copper, iron or steel.
Patent GB-2296757-A (GB)
Title: Electronic delay igniter and electric detonator
Inventor: SAKAMOTO MIDORI
IPC: C06C7/00
Filed: 1995-03-27
Abstract: An electronic delay igniter including a firing capacitor (102) for storing energy required for firing by applying a voltage from an external power supply, an electronic timer unit (206) provided with a solid state oscillator driven by the energy stored in the firing capacitor (102) to output an output signal after a predetermined delay time, a switching unit (104) for receiving the output signal to transmit the firing energy to an ignition unit (107), and the ignition unit (107) having an ignition charge which ignites on receiving the firing energy, a voltage from the external power supply has a voltage application region where the electronic timer (206) is operated to operate the switching unit (104), but the ignition charge does not ignite even when the energy from the firing capacitor (102) is received. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2307556-A (GB)
Title: Pressure sensor
Inventor: HOBBS LAURENCE ROBIN
IPC: G01L9/00
Filed: 1995-11-21
Abstract: In a pressure sensor of a type which incorporates a planar ceramic diaphragm 11 having an electrical strain gauge network 12 on one of its faces to respond to pressure applied to the opposite face, in order to stiffen the diaphragm against unwanted flexure which would distort the sensing of pressure, a ring 14 is fixed to one of the faces of the diaphragm. Preferably the stiffening ring 14 is also made of ceramic material and is fixed to the face of the diaphragm which carries the strain gauge network. A second stiffening ring 20 may be fixed to the opposite face of the diaphragm. The sensor is advantageously made by cutting the stiffening rings from tubular stock of ceramic material and fixing the rings to the diaphragm by means of a glazed and fired joint.
Patent GB-2308445-A (GB)
Title: Mains water pressure measuring apparatus
Inventor: BARROW PETER
IPC: G01L19/00
Filed: 1995-12-20
Abstract: Mains water pressure testing apparatus comprises a pressure gauge 1 connected to one end of a flexible braided hose 5 whose other end carries an internally threaded female connector 6. The gauge may be releasably connected to the hose by, for example, a screw fitting 4.
Patent GB-2298030-A (GB)
Title: Protective device against an approaching projectile
Inventor: RUDOLF KARL
IPC: F41H5/007
Filed: 1996-02-05
Abstract: A protective device against projectiles attacking armoured vehicles 11, such as in particular battle tanks, in which plate-launching modules 18 are carried by a carrier 17 which has a rigid comparatively lightweight construction. With triggering of a module 18 by a sensor 22 fixed on the vehicle and extrapolating the actual trajectory 23 of attack, two plates 19 oriented parallel to one another are hurled away in opposite directions to one another by the activating device 20 disposed between them, which is for example electromagnetic or preferably pyrotechnical.
Patent GB-2315395-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for presenting images
Inventor: DODDS SIMON RICHARD
IPC: H04N13/221
Filed: 1996-07-15
Abstract: A perceived three dimensional image of the internal structure of a subject 1 is generated from a series of two dimensional images. The method comprises directing a beam of X-rays or other penetrating radiation at the subject and capturing the image of the resultant radiation passing through, absorbed, emitted, reflected, scattered and/or diffracted by the internal structure of the subject and viewing a plurality of such images. The images are generated by directing radiation at the subject from a number of points displaced angularly from one another along a path relative to the subject using a gun 2 and a C-arm 4. The images are captured and stored as a sequence of discrete images 6. The images from the storage medium are presented, without significant reconstruction of the individual images, as a series of individual images or pairs of images to an observer, preferably in pairs as if they were stereoscopic pairs of images; and the observer selects the speed of presentation of the images and/or the relative direction within the stored sequence of the images at which the images are presented, so as to optimise the three dimensional depth perceived by the observer.
Patent GB-2304333-A (GB)
Title: A container for money, tokens or saving stamps
Inventor: ROLF ALAN DEREK
IPC: A45C1/12
Filed: 1996-08-16
Abstract: A hand-held portable container for money, tokens or saving stamps comprises a body portion and a lid (4) having a funnel section (14) leading to a slot for the money, tokens or saving stamps. The lid (4) has a rigid baffle (18) positioned beneath the slot to prevent the money, tokens or saving stamps being stolen through the slot.
Patent GB-2301352-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for remediating soil
Inventor: SHORTHOUSE BARRY OWEN
IPC: B09C1/02
Filed: 1995-03-01
Abstract: A method and apparatus (10) for treating contaminated soil by breaking up the contaminated soil and separating the soil by particle size (14) and passing the smaller sized soil particles through a series of soil (20, 30) washes in a first direction while directing the washing water in a second direction which is opposite to the first. The apparatus is preferably portable and provides for a continuous cleaning of the soil and recycling of the water in order to allow the decontaminated soil to be immediately returned to the ground.
Patent GB-2316909-A (GB)
Title: A banknote for the visually impaired
Inventor: POND STEVEN FREDERICK
IPC: G07D7/00
Filed: 1996-09-06
Abstract: The banknote, which is one of a series of banknotes having different denominations, bears identifiers 2 (eg 1,10,50 units) representing at least two denominations in the series. The identifier 4 representing the denomination (1 unit) of the banknote is highlighted relative to the other identifiers eg by an embossed mark 3 (Fig 1) adjacent the identifier or an embossed mark (18, Fig 3) adjacent the other identifiers (16). Alternatively the identifier 10 (Fig 2) may be in a larger font or be in a different colour compared to the other identifiers. Two sets of identifiers 9A,9B (Fig 2) may be used.
Patent GB-2307155-A (GB)
Title: Synchronisation of OFDM signals
Inventor: STOTT JONATHAN HIGHTON
IPC: H04L27/26
Filed: 1996-11-04
Abstract: Information is extracted from an OFDM signal, namely a signal which comprises a succession of symbol periods T T each consisting of an active symbol period T S and a guard interval T G . To achieve this an input signal Y is received, and a signal X is provided which is delayed by a delay (10) having a time period equal to the active symbol period T S . The complex product XY* of the input and delayed signals is formed by a full four-component complex multiplier (12) to provide a succession of pulses, one for each symbol period. The complex product signal is filtered using a filter (42) based on filter elements which provide a delay equal to the total symbol period T T . Symbol timing synchronization information is derived from the filtered complex product signal in a phase-locked loop (44). The argument (phase) of the signal in the pulses is detected by an angle-forming circuit (70). The frequency of a local oscillator (78) is controlled in dependence upon the argument of the signal in the pulses. To reduce continuous wave (CW) interference, any constant complex component of the signal XY* is removed, such as by using a complex integrate-and-dump circuit (80) Fig.12, (not shown), or by extracting the complex mean by low-pass filtering the XY* signal and subtracting the mean from the XY* signal itself.
Patent GB-2309794-A (GB)
Title: Alignment layers for liquid crystal devices
Inventor: KIM JONG HYUN
IPC: G02F1/1337
Filed: 1997-01-31
Abstract: Alignment layers for liquid crystal devices are produced by a photo-alignment process in which light is directed obliquely onto the alignment layer or scanned across the layer. This enables larger alignment layers to be produced than prior art methods. As shown a Hg lamp 11 generates UV light which passes through a lens 12 and a polariser 13 to fall on an alignment layer 14 in a slanting manner. In the scanning method the lamp, lens and polarizer are mounted in a casing which is moved above the alignment layer by a scan motor. Alternatively the layer may be moved by a scan motor.
Patent GB-2324451-A (GB)
Title: Fishing weight
Inventor: LOCKE MARTIN DAVID
IPC: A01K95/02
Filed: 1997-04-21
Abstract: A weight (2) for a fishing line (4), comprising a cap part (6) having a bore (8) for receiving the fishing line (4), and a weight part (10) having a bore (12) for receiving the fishing line (4). The cap part (6) is releaseably connectable to the weight part (10), and the cap part (6) is such that in use it is closeable on the fishing line (4) whereby the weight (2) is retained on the fishing line (4) during use.
Patent GB-2312506-A (GB)
Title: Photoelectric measuring device
Inventor: RAKITSCH PETER
IPC: G01J3/02
Filed: 1997-04-25
Abstract: The quality of printing on an object is determined by illuminating an area of the object with a number of sequentially driven sources 3 and using a sensor 5 to detect the light reflected from the area according to which source is active. The sources emit light of different spectral intensity distributions, which may be in the red, green and blue wavelength ranges in order to obtain the printing density of cyan, magenta and yellow inks. Light guides (figure 3) may be used to direct the light from the sources to the object and the reflected light to the sensor. A second sensor may be included to directly monitor the intensity of light from the sources which may be LEDs. The bandwidth of the sources may be narrowed using filters 4, and the effects of surface gloss reduced using polarisers 12 and an analyser 13.
Patent GB-2343283-A (GB)
Title: A fuel tank alarm system
Inventor: WILKINSON ROBERT WILLIAM
IPC: B60R25/10
Filed: 1998-10-28
Abstract: The system comprises a cap 1 for sealing the tank, the cap incorporating a movement sensor 2 for detecting turning of the cap. Upon detecting such movement a radio transmitter 3 is switched on to transmit a signal to a receiver 4 to actuate an alarm 5. Additionally, vibrations of the tank itself may be sensed. The tank may be a free standing storage tank or a fuel tank on a vehicle.
Patent GB-2332966-A (GB)
Title: A memory with control of data output buffer
Inventor: KIM JUNG PILL
IPC: G11C11/407
Filed: 1998-12-23
Abstract: A memory device with a data output buffer 40 outputs the read data from the memory cell array without error and provides sufficent time in outputting the data. A memory device with a data output buffer means comprises a clock input buffer 10 for receiving an external clock and outputting an internal clock; and a delay 50 for delaying a specified time the internal clock outputted from the clock input buffer means; wherein the operation of the data output buffer 40 is controlled by the delayed internal clock outputted from the delays 50. The delay compensates for variations of temperature and voltage.
Patent GB-2345975-A (GB)
Title: A non-intrusive method of transmission earth detection and analysis
Inventor: PEARSON ROBERT
IPC: G01R31/58
Filed: 1999-01-22
Abstract: This invention is a new method to determine the earthing configuration applied to the screen of a co-axial transmission cable 4, without disconnecting the cable and without interruption any carried signal. That is, it is a non-intrusive method of transmission earth detection and analysis. The method involves injecting a known test signal which does not degrade telecommunications information being conveyed by the cable. The cable 4 may be a jumper cable interconnecting an equipment line driver 1 with a remote equipment line receiver 7. The test signal dc current is injected into the cable screen at a frame terminal 3. Depending on how, or if the earthing connection has been made i.e. at A (correct), E (incorrect) or neither, the current divides differently to flow between the local and remote equipment through the screen and centre conductor. A magnetic loop pickup around a cable 2 senses the currents and the earthing configuration can then be deduced.
Patent GB-2348135-A (GB)
Title: Sphygmomanometer cuff of frustoconical form
Inventor: WOOLLEY JACK
IPC: A61B5/022
Filed: 1999-02-01
Abstract: A sphygmomanometer having cuff means comprising an inflatable cuff (12) having a length susceptible to inflation. The cuff means includes fastening means, (132, 150) preferably comprising first and second mutually interengageable parts spaced apart longitudinally of the cuff when the latter is inflated, one of said parts being attached to the cuff by means permitting the fastened cuff, in use, to adopt a frusto-conical form such that it can accomodate the taper of a subject's limb, e.g. the upper arm of a human patient, whose blood pressure is being taken. Said fastening means and said cuff may be pivotally inter-connected to permit the cuff to adopt a frusto-conical form of variable cone angle and thus accomodate, automatically, varying degrees of taper. A one-hand operable, releasable ratchet mechanism may be provided to restrain withdrawal of the cuff from a housing therefor, the mecahnism including release means operable to permit such withdrawal. The releasable ratchet mechanism comprises a rotatable input member in the form of a knob unit (140) and, coaxial therewith, a rotatable output member in the form of a spindle (136), rotation of the input member in a first direction effecting rotation of the output member in that direction but preventing rotation of the output member in a second, opposite direction, and rotation of the input member in the opposite second direction permitting rotation of the output member in that second direction.
Patent GB-2338038-A (GB)
Title: Brake adjuster for a drum brake
Inventor: TESSITORE LUIGI
IPC: F16D51/20
Filed: 1999-02-02
Abstract: A brake adjuster comprises a variable length strut 16 having two end portions 30, 31 and an intermediate portion screw threadedly engaged with one of the end portions 31. A pawl 39 attached to the other end portion 30 engages ratchet teeth 38 on the intermediate portion. As the end portions of the strut 30, 31 move apart during a brake application, the pawl rides up a flank of a ratchet tooth (38a, Fig. 6) and engages behind the tooth (38a), if the movement apart exceeds a predetermined amount. When the end portions 30, 31 move towards each other in the next brake disengagement, the intermediate portion 32 is rotated relative to end portion 31 to increase the effective length of the strut 16. The pawl 39 may be bi-metallic and arranged to disengage the ratchet teeth 38 if the temperature of the adjuster rises above a predetermined level.
Patent GB-2350905-A (GB)
Title: Foldable underwater reflector
Inventor: PAGOT FRANCESCO
IPC: H01Q15/14
Filed: 1999-06-09
Abstract: An underwater reflector has a body made of foldable sections 10,11,12 so that it can be closed whilst diving and then opened at the operating depth so that it can be used in motion picture, video or photographic work. The sections are secured together by hinges or similar means and locked in position by catches acting also as handles 1,3 for better manoeuvrebility underwater. Buoyancy controlling devices (not illustrated) can be attached to either side of the sections to control the reflector's flotation in water. Each section is provided with sufficient holes 16 to decrease water resistance. The highly polished or chromed surfaces of the sections allow the reflector to bounce natural or artificial light very effectively under and above water. Each section has a hole 15 to allow a spigot to be inserted for stand operation or to secure all sections together with a catch once folded and closed.
Patent GB-2335245-A (GB)
Title: Joint forming device
Inventor: VALLANCE WILLIAM ERNEST TAYLOR
IPC: F16B12/20
Filed: 1998-03-05
Abstract: A device for forming a joint between two members comprises a fastening element (112) having a sleeve (114), which is acted upon by a tightening element (not shown). The arrangement is such that, in use, an end face (148) of the sleeve is held in a fixed position relative to the tightening element, e.g. by engaging the outer peripheral surface of the tightening element, which is operable to pull against an engaging surface (142) of the fastening element. By virtue of this arrangement, the engaging surface (142) of the fastening element can always be correctly located relative to the tightening element, making the device more tolerant to inaccuracies in the drilling of the mounting hole for the tightening element in the respective member.