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Patent GB-2352640-A (GB)
Title: A golf cup with a sleeve
Inventor: GARSKE STEPHEN J
IPC: A63B57/00
Filed: 2000-07-12
Abstract: A golf cup apparatus comprises a golf cup cylinder 300 in which a cylindrical or frustoconical sleeve 100 is disposed which abuts the inside surface of the cup. The sleeve may extend fully or partially from the top to the bottom of the cup and can be aligned with the top surface of the cup. Preferably the cup is made from metal and the sleeve is formed from severable plastics or extruded material. Optionally the sleeve may have a line of weakness or a notch and the cup may have flag retaining means near its bottom surface. A top sleeve (508, fig.6), coupled with a top portion of the sleeve may be provided above the cup. Optionally the cup may include a ridge for retaining the sleeve within the cup. A method is described for refreshing a plastic sleeve from a golf cup by severing the sleeve to remove it from the golf cup and inserting a tapered cylindrical sleeve into the cup.
Patent GB-2352694-A (GB)
Title: A hand trolley for carrying building materials
Inventor: HIORNS MARK PETER
IPC: B62B1/14
Filed: 2000-07-27
Abstract: A trolley (20) comprises a frame (22) which is constructed from two side members (32) interconnected by cross members (32a). The frame (22) further comprises brackets (34), at a lower end, formed with coaxial apertures (36) in which an axle (40) is retained. The axle (40) has ground wheels (24) mounted on each of its ends by means of bearings. Two handles (26) enable a user to move the trolley (20) along the ground. A load support (28) protrudes from the frame (22) and comprises fork means (42) in the form of two spaced apart fork members (46) extending forwardly of the frame (22). The fork members (46) may also have ground engaging legs (58) which enable the forks to be positioned horizontally and facilitate the loading of the trolley.
Patent GB-2366510-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus for brewing beverages.
Inventor: COLSTON MARTIN ERIC
IPC: A47J31/40
Filed: 2000-09-06
Abstract: A device for brewing beverages comprises two clamshell clamp sections 1 and 2, lined with a slightly convex layer of silicone elastomer 3 to define a brewing cavity. Placed within the cavity is a brewing sachet 4 containing brewing ingredient 9. The sachet includes an injection nozzle 6, a bottom opening 8 that protrudes from the brewing cavity and a seal 7. The seal is released by heat or moisture generated during brewing. The injectors are arranged to be withdrawn from the cavity when the clamp sections 1 and 2 are opened, to prevent injury. In use, a sachet is placed within the brewing cavity. Hot water is injected through nozzle 6 via injector (14). The beverage brews within the sachet and is released through opening 8. The elastomer layer 3 allows varying pressures to be exerted on the sachet for example to prevent the release of beverage until a specified time, or to maintain a compacted layer of ingredient within the sachet. In alternative embodiments the elastomer layer may be replaced by one or more bladders, the bladders being expandable by the introduction of a suitable fluid. The injectors may also directly pierce the sides of the sachet rather than entering through nozzle 6. The sachet opening 8 also has a number of configurations.
Patent GB-2357049-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement in moving crusher
Inventor: ORANEN JUHA
IPC: B02C23/00
Filed: 2000-12-07
Abstract: A moving crusher comprising a dust removal unit. The dust removal unit comprises at least one duct (12) and an electric filter (13), the duct (12) being arranged to lead dust from the site of dusting to the electric filter (13) acting as a dust separator. The dust removal unit and the crusher are both arranged movable such that the dust removal unit moves along with the crusher as it moves.
Patent GB-2364730-A (GB)
Title: Portable rubber flood barrier
Inventor: STUART IVAN EDWIN
IPC: E02B3/10
Filed: 2001-01-04
Abstract: A portable flood barrier comprises a plurality of interlocking rubber panel sections. The panel sections may be held together at their ends by means of male/female connection means and locking arms which lock on to studs provided on an adjacent panel section. The flood barrier may be held in position by suction pads provided at the base of the panel sections and held in a vertical orientation by means of bracing arms having weighted suction pads at their ends.
Patent GB-2372026-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle tow bar
Inventor: APPLETON RICHARD JOHN DAVID
IPC: B60D1/155
Filed: 2001-02-13
Abstract: A vehicle tow bar for connection between two vehicle so that one vehicle may be towed by the other comprises a bar (2, 4) having coupling means (6, 9) at each end. A swivel joint allows the coupling means to rotate with respect to each other along the major axis of the bar. The bar (2, 4) consists of telescopic members which are movable with respect to each other so that the bar is adjustable in length and there are lock means to fix the telescopic members in an extended position.
Patent GB-2373072-A (GB)
Title: Process for validating a computer program segment that has recursive cycles or loops
Inventor: CROCKER DAVID
IPC: G06F11/36
Filed: 2001-03-08
Abstract: A method of ensuring that a program using dynamic binding and recursion, especially one having multiple intersecting recursive cycles, is free from unbounded recursion is provided. Also disclosed is a method for automatically constructing and proving a set of mathematical theorems, using a variant array and second array of predetermined corresponding elements, that are all true theorems if the program is free from unbounded recursion for each path through the program. In a preferred embodiment a computer program generates a set of theorems automatically from information in the program.
Patent GB-2359474-A (GB)
Title: Ground cultivation apparatus
Inventor: YOUNG ALLEN HERBERT
IPC: A01B45/02
Filed: 1999-09-08
Abstract: The present invention is directed to an aeration assembly (1) for connection to a tractor, allowing aeration holes and crevasses to be farmed into the ground. The aeration assembly also allows for a trailing mowing assembly (7) to be connected to the rear of the aeration assembly (1) for the purpose of scattering and distributing surface matter resulting from aeration, as well as any mowing function. The preferred coupling arrangement allows connection of the aeration and mowing assembly using standard mounting points already present on the mowing assembly. Ideally also the aeration assembly (1) can be raised clear of the ground while the trailing assembly remains in ground contact.
Patent GB-2373003-A (GB)
Title: Precast panel building system
Inventor: OWENS JOHN JOSEPH
IPC: E04B1/348
Filed: 2001-03-22
Abstract: A cavity wall assembly (1) comprises two parallel opposed leaves (15,16) defining a cavity which contains an insulation layer (31). The opposed leaves comprise precast concrete panels each having at least one, but preferably two, sockets (36) formed therein. There is provided at least one bracket (e.g. 35) for connecting the opposed panels. The bracket, which may be u-shaped, has a first part which bridges the cavity and has two downwardly depending fastening members e.g. dowels, extending substantially perpendicular to the bridging part, one fastening member being received in one socket of one panel and the other fastening member being received in a corresponding socket in the opposed panel, whereby the panels are secured in position. The fastening members may be secured into the sockets by the use of grout. The brackets may have laterally extending straps (41) for fastening to a floor slab.
Patent GB-2375137-A (GB)
Title: Security locking system with printer
Inventor: BRENNAN LYNETTE SHEREE
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2001-05-04
Abstract: This invention is a security locking system device that comprises a battery operated waterproof digital unit with alpha-numeric keypad 12, LED display 4, a printer and a means for recognising the closure and release of a locking mechanism. A correctly entered multi-digit numerical code entered via the keypad 12 allows access to a specified area or space (eg to allow household delivery of articles) through the release of a linked locking mechanism 9. When closure of the locking mechanism has been recognised, the unit automatically produces a printed document from the dispenser 3 on the unit that can be used as a proof of delivery notice. The unit requires the code to be entered to allow both the release and closure of the locking system. The unit has a memory storage capacity as part of the microprocessor unit, which records any access, usage or attempted usage. A 'user reference number' is produced with every transaction on the unit for verification and confirmation. The unit is programmed with multiple digital functions that allow personalised usage of the unit.
Patent GB-2375478-A (GB)
Title: Back scrub device
Inventor: COMPOBASSI TONY
IPC: A46B11/06
Filed: 2001-05-16
Abstract: A back scrub device comprises a hollow plastics housing mountable on the wall of a bath or shower by means of suckers. The device is contoured to the shape of a person's back and has a surface of brush material. An array of small holes allows soapy water from within the device to be dispensed.
Patent GB-2364263-A (GB)
Title: Collection device for grass cuttings
Inventor: DONALD DAVID LINDSAY
IPC: A01G3/06
Filed: 2001-06-05
Abstract: A collection device for grass cuttings for use with long handled edging shears 2 comprising an elongated open-topped container 3 which is attached to the cutting blades 4, 5 of a pair of shears 2, or to the pivot unit 6, 7, 10 which connects the cutting blades 4, 5. Preferably, the container 3 is releasably attached to the shears 2 by means of a fixing element 1 which is permanently attached to one of the cutting blades 5 and is releasably attachable to the container 3 by means of key hole slots and key elements. By attaching the grass collection container 3 to the shears 2 in this manner, no additional attachment to the handles of the shears is required.
Patent GB-2371415-A (GB)
Title: Filter, multiplexer and communication apparatus
Inventor: SASAKI YUTAKA
IPC: H04B1/40
Filed: 2001-09-03
Abstract: Electrodes 2,3 are formed on both surfaces of a dielectric plate 1. Openings 4,5 are formed in the electrodes such that pairs of openings face each other through the dielectric plate. Each pair of electrode openings defines a resonator. The resonators positioned at the ends of the dielectric plate are directly coupled to a waveguide 7 formed by a package base and a package cover.
Patent GB-2368664-A (GB)
Title: "Engine braking feel" for an electric motor of a hybrid powertrain
Inventor: WORREL PETER FRANCIS
IPC: B60W10/18
Filed: 2001-09-17
Abstract: The system includes a vehicle system controller arranged to provide negative torque to the vehicle when only the electric motor is engaged and an accelerator pedal is released. This deceleration uses a hierarchical strategy employing a variety of means including dissipating the vehicle's kinetic energy as heat in the electric motor, regenerative braking, and activating a mechanical friction braking system. The system is arranged to provide the driver of the vehicle with a deceleration response similar in "feel" to releasing the accelerator of a conventional internal combustion engine powered vehicle.
Patent GB-2382802-A (GB)
Title: Load limiting seat belt restraint system
Inventor: WOODLEY JONATHAN
IPC: B60R22/28
Filed: 2001-12-04
Abstract: A load limiting seat belt restraint system is provided which varies the overall stiffness of the restraint system depending upon parameters such as occupant mass, velocity of collision, and the distance the occupant is from the steering wheel or dashboard. The system comprises a cylinder containing two pistons 1,2 linked by means of cable 5 to a seat belt buckle 16. The pistons have a plurality of apertures (figure 4) through which a fluid contained within the cylinder may pass. The first piston may rotate relative to the second so that the area of the apertures is varied. When the occupant of the seat belt is subjected to a sudden deceleration sensors measure the various parameters referred to above and provide a corresponding current to servomotor 12 so as to rotate piston 1. The seat belt buckle 16 may therefore be allowed to move upwardly at a variable rate thus limiting the load applied to the occupant.
Patent GB-2376947-A (GB)
Title: Retinoid X receptor interacting proteins (RIP)
Inventor: BAWAGAN HINAYANA L
IPC: C12N15/12
Filed: 2002-03-28
Abstract: A retinoid X receptor (RXR) interacting protein comprising the polypeptide sequence of SEQ ID NO:2 and methods of producing such polypeptides by recombinant techniques. The polypeptide is referred to as RB204. Also disclosed are methods for utilizing RB204 polypeptides and polynucleotides in diagnostic and screening assays.
Patent GB-2374823-A (GB)
Title: Soldering iron having interchangeable handles
Inventor: YOKOO BUNGO
IPC: H05K3/34
Filed: 2002-04-23
Abstract: A soldering iron comprises a sleeve 12 adapted to couple to a tip 28 at one end and a connector 18 at the other end, and a handle 16 which fits over a portion of the sleeve 12. The connector 18 preferably comprises electrical contacts 44 which mate with contact areas 26,26' on the sleeve 12. The handle 16 can be easily replaced, so that a handle having the best ergonomic properties for a specific user may be chosen. An insulator 14 may be provided between the sleeve 12 and the handle 16, and has a notch 36 which engages with a complementary notch 32 on the sleeve 12. The handle 16 may be limited to a location between a ring 38 on the insulator 14 and the connector 18 (figure 1).
Patent GB-2388921-A (GB)
Title: Method of manufacturing an optical actuator and an optical acutator
Inventor: BLAIR PAUL
IPC: G02B6/35
Filed: 2002-05-25
Abstract: A method of manufacture of an optical actuator which comprises an optically interacting element eg a shutter or mirror and an integral actuator, the method comprising the steps of <SL> <LI>(a) providing a wafer which comprises a substrate (2), an insulating layer (3) on the substrate and an upper layer (4) on the insulating layer; <LI>(b) depositing a first mask layer (5) on the upper layer (4); <LI>(c) depositing a second mask layer (7) on the upper layer (4); <LI>(d) etching the remaining exposed upper layer (4) to a depth less than the thickness of the upper layer (4) to reveal an actuator (9) and a coplanar optically interacting element base portion (10); <LI>(e) removing the second mask layer (7); <LI>(f) further etching the upper layer to the depth of the insulating layer (3) to reveal an optically interacting element upper portion (12) extending upwardly from the optically interacting element base portion (10) out of the plane of the actuator (9); <LI>(g) etching the insulating layer (3) beneath the upper layer so separating the optically interacting element and a rotor portion (13) of the actuator (9) from the insulating layer (3). </SL> Defined also is an optical actuator.
Patent GB-2377657-A (GB)
Title: Milling alpha alumina powder with sol-gelled alpha alumina milling media
Inventor: SCHILLACI SAM PHILLIP
IPC: C01F7/023
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: A process for milling alpha alumina powder in a bead mill (eg. a rotating/tumbling mill) primarily involves making the associated alpha alumina milling means by a seeded sol-gel process so as to provide randomly shaped alumina particles consisting of alpha alumina crystals having an average diameter in the range of 0.1 to 1.0 microns. The sol-gel process which provides a uniform crystalline structure, involves the steps of seeding boehmite sol with material which is iso-structural with alpha alumina (eg. alpha alumina itself), so as to promote the formation of alpha alumina when sufficiently heated. The sol produced is uniformly seeded and is then gelled, dried and calcined so as to remove water and produce an intermediate precursor. The precursor is ten sintered (to at least 100{C) to form alpha alumina having a preferred Vickers hardness of 21 GPa. Use of such alpha alumina in the milling of alpha alumina powder is considered favourable as it prevents/reduces contamination/ineffectiveness by previously used milling media such as steel, zirconia and pure and impure alpha alumina.
Patent GB-2383751-A (GB)
Title: Rapid onset formulation
Inventor: GERVAIS ERIC
IPC: A61K9/20
Filed: 2001-06-21
Abstract: Provided herein is a novel enterically-coated pyridoxine HCI and doxylamine succinate rapid onset formulation comprising a disintegrating agent such that the following dissolution profiles are satisfied when measured in 1000 ml phosphate buffer at pH 6.8 and 37 {C in tape 2 dissolution apparatus at 100 rpm: (a) at least about 40 % of the total pyridoxine HCI and doxylamine succinate is dissolved after 30 minutes of measurement; (b) at least about 70 % of the total pyridoxine HCI and doxylamine succinate is dissolved after 60 minutes of measurement; (c) at least about 80 % of the total pyridoxine HCI and doxylamine succinate is dissolved after 90 minutes of measurement; (d) at about 90 % of the total pyridoxine HCI and doxylamine succinate is dissolved after 120 minutes of measurement. Preferably the formulation will contain a core coated with at least one enteric coating, the core comprising pyridoxine HCI, doxylamine succinate and the following non-active excipients: a filler or binder, a disintegrating agent, a lubricant, a silica flow conditioner and a stabilizing agent.
Patent GB-2390320-A (GB)
Title: A chisel with moulded handle and shank moulded onto blade through interference connection
Inventor: HALL STEPHEN JOHN
IPC: B29C45/16
Filed: 2002-07-01
Abstract: A chisel 1 has a handle 3, a shank 2 and a blade 4 retained on the end of the shank. The shank is formed of reinforced plastics material. One end of the shank is moulded onto the blade, through an interference connection therebetween. On the other end of the shank is formed a spigot 7 for connection to the handle which is moulded thereon from a plastics material. The blade has a plurality of undercut keys 24,25 through which plastics material is moulded during formation of the shank.
Patent GB-2391842-A (GB)
Title: Folding collapsible golf cart
Inventor: WU DAVID
IPC: B62B1/04
Filed: 2002-08-15
Abstract: Folding collapsible golf cart, which includes an upper rod member 1, a bottom rod member 5, and a lower rod member 2, the lower rod 2 having a top end pivoted to the upper rod member and locked by a locking mechanism 10 and a bottom end coupled to the bottom rod member by a coupling device 4. The coupling device 4 has a locating frame 61,62,63 supported on a torsional spring 44 for locking the lower rod member 2 in the operative position. The lower member 2 is disengaged from the locating frame for folding when the user presses a pedal 4003 with the foot to overcome the spring force of the torsional spring 44.
Patent GB-2397521-A (GB)
Title: A wall mounted frame height adjustment device
Inventor: PARHAM JOHN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: A47G1/16
Filed: 2003-01-22
Abstract: A wall mounted frame height adjustment device comprises a main body 1 which is rotatably mounted on a spindle 5. The mounting is fitted with a ratchet means which allows the main body to be locked into position. The spindle has screw holes 6 for allowing the device to be mounted onto a wall. A boss 3, which is fitted to the main body, serves as a supporting means for a frame. In use, the eccentrically mounted position of the picture supporting boss allows the position of the frame to be adjusted by rotating the main body about the wall mounted spindle. Two or more of these devices may be used in conjunction with one another.
Patent GB-2399703-A (GB)
Title: Volumetric representation of a 3D object
Inventor: GRAU OLIVER
IPC: G06V10/10
Filed: 2003-02-04
Abstract: The invention provides a method of providing a volumetric representation of a three-dimensional object. The method comprises several steps, including obtaining a line list of points of at least one set of lines having start and end points corresponding to intersection of the lines with object boundary positions and obtaining an approximate volumetric representation of the object. Then, a modified volumetric representation is produced by modifying the approximate volumetric representation based on the start and end points of the set of lines and the approximate volumetric representation. The resultant modified volumetric representation of the object is more accurate than the approximate volumetric representation of the object. Also, a resultant data set from the present invention that defines the volumetric representation of the object contains continuous data as to the shape of the object, rather than mere discrete data. Therefore, the resultant data set contains more realistic data defining the object.
Patent GB-2401265-A (GB)
Title: An integrated circuit for use in either an optical transmitter or an optical receiver
Inventor: BRYSON CHRISTOPHER CAMPBELL
IPC: H04B10/25
Filed: 2003-04-28
Abstract: An integrated circuit can operate in a first mode as a parallel-to-serial converter, and in a second mode as a serial-to-parallel converter. Some of the components of the integrated circuit are used in both modes. For example, the IC has a single parallel interface, which is used as a parallel input in the first mode, and as a parallel output in the second mode. Further, the IC includes a single phase-locked loop circuit, which is used in a clock multiplier unit in the first mode, and in a clock recovery circuit in the second mode.
Patent GB-2403798-A (GB)
Title: Evaluating the quality of a hologram
Inventor: WINTERBOTTOM DAVID ROY
IPC: G07D7/12
Filed: 2003-07-03
Abstract: A metallised hologram or diffractive optical variable device (DOVD) is applied to e.g. a banknote for security reasons. The hologram quality can be checked during production of the banknote by forming an image of the metallization pattern of the hologram using camera 440. To produce this image, the hologram is illuminated from behind using diffuse lighting from light source 408. The metallization pattern is then compared to a reference pattern to determine the quality of the metallization of the hologram. In addition, a second light source 424 may illuminate the hologram from above, producing the diffractive holographic image. This diffractive image is captured by a second camera 444. Information from the diffractive image may be used in association with information from the metallization image to give a further indication of the quality of the hologram. The apparatus shown is suitable for use in a banknote production line, where a sheet 402 of notes with metallised holograms is passed through the apparatus. The apparatus may also be used to test holograms on a tape prior to application to the banknotes.
Patent GB-2391738-A (GB)
Title: Archiving system utilising printer with built-in CD burner
Inventor: SKURDAL VINCENT C
IPC: H04N1/21
Filed: 2003-07-22
Abstract: A system 10 for facilitating image archival includes a device 36,40 for receiving data and selectively printing the data on a first medium based on one or more predetermined parameters. An archiving system 18, disposed within the system automatically archives the data via a second medium based on the predetermined parameters. In a more specific embodiment, the system is a photo printer that includes a controller 14 for controlling image printing and image archiving operations performed by a printer 16 and the archiving system based on the one or more predetermined parameters, which are programmable. The photo printer includes a user-interface 32 that accepts user-input for programming said predetermined parameters. The archiving system includes a compact disk writer 30. In an alternative embodiment, the archiving system includes software and communications links for connecting to an archival website to store the image data.
Patent GB-2389851-A (GB)
Title: Inhibitor of monoamine uptake
Inventor: MATTIUZ EDWARD LOUIS
IPC: A61P17/02
Filed: 2002-02-20
Abstract: The present invention provides compounds and methods for the inhibition of monoamine uptake in mammals.