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Patent GB-2383252-A (GB)
Title: Cigarette filter material sheet
Inventor: KEAVENEY ENDA
IPC: A24F17/00
Filed: 2001-12-20
Abstract: A sheet of cigarette filter material (4) is provided adapted to be rolled, or to have a portion thereof rolled, to form a cylindrical cigarette filter. The sheet may be attached to a pack (1) of cigarette papers to use when hand rolling a cigarette. It may be torn along lines (7, 8, 9, 10). The filter material may be a fibrous material or porous cork. The lower surface may be planar and the upper surface may have parallel saw tooth ridges (22, 23, figure 2), be planar (figure 4) or be provided with a semi-circular ridge (35) at one edge (figure 6). Alternatively the filter material may comprise an impervious backing sheet carrying on one surface a plurality of upstanding fibres (42, figure 8).
Patent GB-2383348-A (GB)
Title: Roof ridge structure
Inventor: JONES DENNIS ANTHONY
IPC: E04D3/08
Filed: 2001-12-20
Abstract: A ridge assembly comprises a ridge structure 32, a ridge cap 16 for fitting atop the ridge structure, the ridge cap having a channel 22 underneath, and at least one fastener 34 having an enlarged part 38 for reception and retention in the channel, the fastener comprising a flexible tie 34 by means of which the cap can be drawn into place on the ridge structure and then secured by a locking member (44, Figure 3) co-operating with the tie. The arrangement enables the ridge cap to be secured from beneath the roof ridge structure.
Patent GB-2368178-A (GB)
Title: Revenue balancing method and computer program
Inventor: CARTER ODIE KENNETH
IPC: G07G1/01
Filed: 2000-07-17
Abstract: A revenue balancing method and computerized process that quickly, accurately, and easily reconciles or balances revenue contained in a first cash drawer while at the same time building or filling a second cash drawer. Direct reconciliation and balancing is performed by the use of a computerized system (10) coupled with a weight scale (14) calculating on-hand cash, currency, and other transaction receipts and matching these receipts to target amounts thereby preparing a second cash drawer simultaneously with accounting of the first cash drawer.
Patent GB-2390225-A (GB)
Title: Radio transceiver antenna arrangement
Inventor: FOX ANDREW JOHN
IPC: H01Q1/52
Filed: 2002-06-28
Abstract: An antenna arrangement has a first transmit antenna 12 for transmitting radio signals in a first frequency band and a second receive antenna 14 for receiving radio signals in a second frequency band, and further has a diffraction grating 22 located between the first and second antennas, for attenuating signals transmitted from the first antenna in the first frequency band.
Patent GB-2391004-A (GB)
Title: Motorcycle stand and lift
Inventor: MELVILLE GRANT
IPC: B25H1/00
Filed: 2002-07-20
Abstract: A motorcycle stand and lift comprises a track with holes for the motorcycle wheels, the track moving to adjust the spacing of the holes to suit different wheelbases, the holes containing support chains connected to rollers adjustable to control the depth the wheel sinks into the hole. Clamps are provided to grip the wheels. The stand is lifted by a pneumatic system, and a computer system controls the operation, with screens provided both sides of the stand.
Patent GB-2381360-A (GB)
Title: Alarm apparatus with remote backup battery current monitoring
Inventor: SIMS NICHOLAS MARK
IPC: G08B29/12
Filed: 2000-03-03
Abstract: An alarm apparatus is disclosed which includes control means 20, an alarm indication means 24 remote from the control means with a connection 26, 28 therebetween and signal means for transferring information along the connection, the signal means being adapted to transfer information (including information relating to the charging current of backup battery 32) on more than one function of the alarm indication means. The information relating to each separate function is transferred sequentially. This permits the control panel to receive more information from the alarm indication means (e.g. a bell box with sounder and strobe) than was previously available. The control panel may be operated remotely from a PC via modems.
Patent GB-2382487-A (GB)
Title: Method for transferring content information to a camera
Inventor: SEAMAN MARK D
IPC: H04N1/00
Filed: 2002-10-22
Abstract: A content information manager (100, 400) communicates content information to a digital image capture device (102). One embodiment comprises a means for storing the content information in a memory (112), a means for communicating the content information to a digital image capture device (102), and a means for receiving a request such that the content information is communicated to the digital image capture device (102) when the request is received. Another embodiment comprises a means for communicating a request signal such that the content information manager (100, 400) provides the content information upon receiving the request signal, a means for receiving the content information from the content information manager (100, 400), and a means for displaying the content information on a display (208) residing on the digital image capture device (102). The request signal may be a RF, IR, optical or sound signal.
Patent GB-2394484-A (GB)
Title: Training facility
Inventor: WHITLEY IAN THOMAS
IPC: G09B19/24
Filed: 2002-10-25
Abstract: A technical training facility comprises training rooms 4 and a workshop area 24, which are separated by transparent panels 20, 22 so that the workshop area 24 is visible from the training rooms 4. The workshop area has bays 42, 44, 46 and 48 which accommodate products, such as a motorcars, motorcycles and other powered products, on which training is to be performed. Training is modular, with some work being done in the training rooms 4 and some being done on products in the workshop area 24. This enables a very flexible training programme to be devised.
Patent GB-2381548-A (GB)
Title: A mast for handling an oilfield apparatus
Inventor: MCCULLOCH DAVID W
IPC: B66C23/60
Filed: 2002-10-30
Abstract: A mast 10 for suspending a coil tubing injector and a blow out preventer over a wellhead comprises two telescopic segments 12B and 14B that extend and retract synchronously within their respective telescopic arms 12 and 14. The mast 10 is pivotably mounted onto a support base 18 that permits the mast 10 to pivot in forward and aft directions to allow the mast 10 to retract to a stowed position. The support base 18 may be a part of a vehicle that allows the mast 10 to be transportable. The mast 10 comprises a cross member assembly 16 linking the upper ends of the two telescopic segments 12B and 14B. The cross member assembly 16 further comprises a trolley 32 with a latch 36 for hoisting the blow out preventer. The trolley 32 is linked to a pulley mechanism 28 that allows the latch 36 to move sideways, and the support base 18 is linked to a base slide mount 64 that allows the mast 10 to move forwards and backwards, both the pulley mechanism 28 and the base slide mount 64 is used for aligning the blow out preventer.
Patent GB-2382805-A (GB)
Title: Impact absorbing member for vehicle
Inventor: FOX DAVID M
IPC: B60R21/04
Filed: 2002-11-15
Abstract: An impact absorbing member 10 for a vehicle interior comprises a contact wall 22 and base wall 24 that are separated by at least one spacing wall 20, whereby the spacing wall is preferably not aligned with an anticipated direction I of an impact force. The spacing walls may be flat, curved (figures 14,15), or formed in the shape of a bellows (figures 8 to 11). The base wall may be provided with an adhesive, or may included fastening features such as holes 26 through which adhesive or fasteners may pass or may be formed as fastening rosettes (96, figure 17). The fastening means allows the base wall to be attached to an interior trim member 12. The base wall may have two portions which either face away from (figure 4), or towards each other. A method of manufacturing such an impact absorbing member is also provided.
Patent GB-2385486-A (GB)
Title: Portable information terminal with second display which folds out from back of case
Inventor: KAWAMURA KENJI
IPC: H04M1/72439
Filed: 2003-02-18
Abstract: A portable information terminal 1 (mobile phone, PDA, game or GPS device) has a moveable display 12 which opens on a hinge from a storage position at the back of a case 2 which houses a fixed display 4. When closed, the moveable display is visible from the back of the case but when open it is visible at the same time as the fixed display. A completely or partially transparent hinged cover protects the moveable display in the closed state. The terminal may include a still or video camera 10 and provide video phone facilities.
Patent GB-2384763-A (GB)
Title: Frame for track apparatus
Inventor: KAHLE GLENN W
IPC: B62D55/04
Filed: 2001-07-27
Abstract: In a track apparatus, a frame 34 comprises a first and second side portions 36,38 defining drive wheel receipt well 40 between for receiving a drive wheel, with each side portion interconnected by front and rear panels having through leading and trailing apertures 92,94 and interconnected by a leading and trailing axle shrouds extending adjacent the leading trailing apertures. The frame additionally includes leading and trailing idles support arms 70,72 depends from the front and real panel having terminal end defining passageway for receiving a leading and trailing idle axle, and a spindle hub for rotatable receiving the vehicle axle.
Patent GB-2404729-A (GB)
Title: Fuel injection arrangement for gaseous fuel and/or liquid fuel
Inventor: TOON IAN JAMES
IPC: F23R3/36
Filed: 2003-08-08
Abstract: A fuel injection arrangement (20 fig 2) for a turbine engine has a gaseous fuel injection means and a liquid fuel injection means which are both able to present fuel (7,9 fig 1) to a combustor (3 fig 1). The liquid fuel injection means incorporates an injection conduit for airflow 10 and a liquid fuel jet 30 presented at a high angle relative to the airflow. In use, at low fuel injection rates the airflow entrains and atomises fuel expelled by the fuel jet without impingement upon the injection conduit 31, and at high fuel injection rates fuel expelled by the liquid fuel jet impinges upon the injection conduit 31 to form a film (43 fig 4) which is subsequently atomised by the airflow. The injection conduit may progressively constrict towards an outlet 32, which may be approximately 1mm wide, and the liquid fuel jet may be inclined relative to the conduit to increase the distance before jet impingement occurs. The fuel jet may be round, oval, or square, and less than 1mm wide. The fuel injection arrangement allows alternative liquid fuels to be used such as diesel or kerosene, and a plurality of arrangements may form a fuel injection assembly.
Patent GB-2406057-A (GB)
Title: Surgical instrument and method
Inventor: BATCHELOR KESTER JULIAN
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2003-09-18
Abstract: A surgical instrument comprises a hollow tube (18) having a cutting window (16) at the distal end portion. An inner tube (15) is disposed within the tube (18) and is mounted for rotation about its longitudinal axis. A cutting tool (17) is located at the distal end of the tube (15), and is positioned adjacent to the cutting window (16). An outer tube (14) is provided over the tube (18). A motor (5) is provided for rotating the inner tube (15), and saline is fed to the cutting window (16) via a passageway (25) between the tubes (15) and (18). The inner tube (15) has a central lumen (24) through which tissue cut by the cutting tool (17) is removed under the action of a source of suction (12). The outer surface of the tube 18 is covered with an electrically insulating layer (22) and coagulating RF signals are supplied between the tube (18) and the outer tube (14) so as to coagulate tissue at the cutting window (16). A suction aperture (21) provided in the cutting tool (17) ensures that suction can be supplied to the surgical site regardless of the orientation of the cutting tool (17).
Patent GB-2391001-A (GB)
Title: A smart card web and a method for its manufacture
Inventor: KRAPPE ANU
IPC: G06K19/077
Filed: 2002-03-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to a smart card web (W2) comprising a carrier web (W1) which comprises circuitry patters (2), each having an integrated circuit (1), at suitable spaces one after another and/or next to each other and at least one cover web (W3a) attached to the carrier web (W1). The carrier web (W1) and the cover web (W3a) are attached by a thermoplastic adhesive bonding film web (4a).
Patent GB-2403273-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic circuit for construction vehicle tool
Inventor: LEE JAE HOON
IPC: E02F9/22
Filed: 2003-11-21
Abstract: A circuit to supply the required amount of hydraulic fluid for an optional tool e.g. a breaker when the tool has a different operating pressure to other apparatus of the vehicle and is operated in combination with the other apparatus 4. The circuit comprises variable displacement pump 2 controlled by pressure from pilot pump 3 through an electromagnetic proportional valve 8, and a poppet valve 13 in flow path 12 at the supply side of tool control spool 5 with a first spool 14 in flow path 18 between the poppet and tool spool. A remote valve 9 uses pilot pressure to control the tool spool. The first spool is adapted to maintain a constant pressure difference across the first spool controlled by pilot pressure via proportional valve 17. A second spool 15 is installed down stream of the poppet valve and is switched when an excessive pressure differential across the first spool occurs and operates to close the poppet valve.
Patent GB-2396037-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for logging into and providing access to a computer system via a communications network
Inventor: HAM MASON L
IPC: G06F21/00
Filed: 2002-05-29
Abstract: A method and system for logging into and providing access (202) to multiple computers via the Internet using a single authenticating process (209).
Patent GB-2396722-A (GB)
Title: Scanner API for executing multiple scanning engines
Inventor: BARTON CHRIS A
IPC: G06F21/00
Filed: 2002-07-26
Abstract: A scanning interface (302) is coupled to an application (304). The application (304) and manages the operation of the gateway, or any other device on which the scanner is installed. The application (304) is capable of providing the scanning interface (302) with an indication that data is received at the gateway or any other situation that may warrant a scanning procedure. In response to such indication, the scanning interface (302) is adapted for generating a request for the data to be scanned for viruses, malicious code and/or unwanted content. The scanning interface (302) may automatically generate the request in response to the indication at the gateway An event processor module (310) is coupled to the scanning engines (308) and the engine interface application control module (306) for receiving the events from the scanning engines (308). The events of each of the scanning engines (308) include a unique format. The processor module (310) serves to translate the events and send the same to the engine interface application control module (306).
Patent GB-2411112-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable shower / bath screen
Inventor: YOUNG MARSHALL
IPC: E05D7/08
Filed: 2004-02-19
Abstract: A screen including a panel 32, a first member 70 arranged along one edge of the panel, a second member 72 and a fastening mechanism 76, 78, 82 which fixes the first member relative to the second member, in which the fastening mechanism controls the adjustment of the position of the members relative to one another. The first an second members may be elongate and generally parallel to one another and the adjustment alters the inclination of the members relative to one another, e.g.the adjustment may alter the inclination of a lower edge of the panel. The fastening mechanism may comprise a first formation 76 and a second formation 82 coupled by joining element 78.
Patent GB-2411317-A (GB)
Title: Variable length Network address Allocation
Inventor: HAINES RUSSELL JOHN
IPC: H04L29/12
Filed: 2004-02-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to temporary addressing of devices in a network, for example an ad-hoc or centralised wireless network such as a Bluetooth piconet or IEEE802.11 WLAN for example. The present invention provides a method of allocating and using variable length temporary addresses for devices in networks. These networks may be temporary such as Bluetooth <TM> personal piconets or 802.11 Wi-Fi <TM> networks in an airport lounge for example, or they may be essentially fixed once set up for example a home entertainment system. By using variable length addresses, the above mentioned problems can be overcome as only as many addresses as necessary are used, thus reducing the overhead and bandwidth efficiency of the network. In addition a network using this method is scalable to accommodate increasing numbers of devices such that the network is not constrained in the way that a Bluetooth <TM> network is for example.
Patent GB-2412826-A (GB)
Title: OFDM system with peak predistortion to reduce peak to average power ratio, wherein phase information is transmitted in pilot subcarriers
Inventor: WU YANYAN
IPC: H04L27/26
Filed: 2004-04-01
Abstract: Phase distortions are applied to a multi-carrier signal at a transmitter to reduce PAPR. The receiver can reverse the phase distortions provided it knows the value of the phase distortion coefficient   p  . The receiver deduces the value of this coefficient by mathematically combining the phases of a plurality of pilot sub-carriers, preferably using equation 9. The pilot sub-carriers used for this purpose must be carefully selected to ensure that mathematical terms representing carrier frequency offset,   W  f, cancel, and terms representing sampling clock offset,   h  , also cancel. Consequently the pilot sub-carriers used for this purpose are non-evenly spaced. Carrier frequency offset and sampling clock offset can be deduced independently using a second set of pilot sub-carriers.
Patent GB-2414362-A (GB)
Title: Synchronisation of mobile devices communicating in a direct mode of operation
Inventor: OFIR GABI
IPC: H04W56/00
Filed: 2004-05-18
Abstract: A first mobile device (300) is capable of communication with a second mobile device on a communication system employing an unsynchronised timing structure (e.g. Direct Mode Operation (DMO) in a TETRA system). The mobile device (300) comprises a signal processing function (308) coupled to a timer function (318), such that the signal processor function (308) is configured to detect a frame-type of a transmission from the second mobile device and adapt a timing parameter of the timer function (318) in response thereto in order to acquire synchronisation. A method of acquiring synchronisation is also provided. In this manner, by detecting a frame type such as a synchronisation transmission frame/burst, a wireless mobile device is able to synchronise to another mobile device in an unsynchronised communication system using lower power consumption and a lower processor bandwidth.
Patent GB-2404891-A (GB)
Title: Operating module for hand-held electric machine tool
Inventor: VOGT HANS-JOACHIM
IPC: B25B21/00
Filed: 2004-08-10
Abstract: An electric hammer drill 10 has three modes of operation, rotational (drilling), torque controlled rotational (screwdriving) or percussion-rotation (hammer-drilling). An operating module 12 is provided on the drill which comprises a single switching means for selecting any one of the three operational modes. The module may also incorporate means for setting upper and/or lower limits on the rotation speed (drilling mode) or torque (screwdriving mode) and may include a switching means to activate a gear change mechanism (eg. to reverse direction of rotation of the drill shaft). The module may further incorporate display means to provide a visual indication of the operating status of the drill, including mode and any limits set. In one embodiment, sliding rocker switch 22, combines the mode selection and limit setting functions in a single control and in an alternative embodiment a dial is provided which enables mode changing and stepped control of the limits in a single control. Alternatively the operating mode may be changed by a first control and limits set by pairs of 'increase-decrease' buttons (not shown).
Patent GB-2417186-A (GB)
Title: Signalling apparatus for personal wear
Inventor: JACKSON BENJAMIN ALAN
IPC: G08B5/00
Filed: 2004-08-18
Abstract: The invention provides signalling apparatus comprising: a power source; a light; a switch, operably connected between the power source and the light; and connection means to enable the apparatus to be secured, in use, to a user's hand or wrist, and maintaining it, in use, in a fixed position thereon. The invention provides for the use a range of switch options, including tilt switches, inertial switches and strain-actuated switches. The invention has particular application for use as an indicator for cyclists. The apparatus may comprise a glove (Fig 3) or a strap (Fig 2) worn on the hand or, as shown, a wrist band 17 connected to finger portions 18 by a back portion 19. The switch 3 may be provided on the index finger for actuation by the thumb. Alternatively stretching of the elastic back portion 19 on bending the fingers may actuate a strain-gauge switch. A further embodiment (Fig 9) uses a tilt or inertia switch which may comprise a ball in a tube to operate the light on tilting or movement of the wearer's hand. A timer may switch off the light.
Patent GB-2417536-A (GB)
Title: Bioabsorbable screw
Inventor: JAMES ADAM
IPC: A61F2/08
Filed: 2004-08-28
Abstract: A bioabsorbable screw, suitable for use in orthopaedic surgery for fixing implants to a bone of a patient, comprises a shaft (2) with a thread. Cavities (8) are provided on the shaft. Grating or abrading means (10) may also be provided and the screw may be hollow.
Patent GB-2403876-A (GB)
Title: Providing real-time satellite television broadcasts to aircraft
Inventor: TRACHTMAN EYAL
IPC: H04N7/16
Filed: 2000-12-21
Abstract: A system for providing real-time television broadcasts to aircraft via satellite 2 is described. The broadcast signal 11 is transmitted to the aircraft together with a communications signal 10, forming part of an existing communications network air interface. The system has a splitter 9 that separates the communications signal 10 from the broadcast signal 11 and enables the real-time broadcast to the displayed on-board the aircraft. The antenna 3 may be directional and have means 7 to steer the antenna 3 according to channel signal strength. A telecommunication terminal onboard the aircraft may be used as a broadcast control terminal to control a content of the broadcast channels via communication signals 18, 17.
Patent GB-2420078-A (GB)
Title: Tanning quilt incorporating light emitting diodes
Inventor: DEANE ERRYN JAMES
IPC: A61N5/06
Filed: 2004-10-19
Abstract: A skin tanning quilt 2 comprises a number of light emitting diodes (LED's) 12 emitting ultraviolet light of varying intensity. The mains or battery powered LED's 12 may be arranged within a number of parallel transparent tubes 9 held in sleeves 8 formed on the quilt 2. The tubes are connected by wires 11. A control unit ["A", Fig. 2] may include a timer switch 5 to allow a user to sleep whilst tanning. The quilt may be washable and have a reflective lining.