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Patent GB-2438320-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus for operating transceiver systems of a wireless platform
Inventor: HURWITZ ROGER
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2005-12-13
Abstract: Embodiments of methods and apparatus to operate transceiver systems of a wireless platform are generally described herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.
Patent GB-2439448-A (GB)
Title: Floor panel
Inventor: ESPOSITO ANTHONY
IPC: E04F15/024
Filed: 2007-06-20
Abstract: The invention relates to an access floor panel 180 comprising a central core 2, a lower tray 20, and an upper flooring lid 10 which form an envelope for the core. The panels have a fire resistant seal or barrier 25 for sealing between the tray and lid and which acts as a fire stop. The ends of the tray and lid are kept apart and the barrier seals against the core and each of the ends 181, 182 of the tray and lid to complete the enclosure. The upper flooring lid and lower tray are preferably formed from galvanised metal sheets whilst the core is preferably chipboard. The barrier preferably extends fully around the periphery of the panel and is made from intumescent material. The barrier is preferably bonded to the core or alternatively a staple or pin (171 figure 16) may be used. A later embodiment relates to an access floor system comprising said panels.
Patent GB-2438775-A (GB)
Title: Work space management system
Inventor: BALL DOUGLAS C
IPC: E04B2/74
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: A work surface, 391, support frame 600 includes a number of components. These components include longitudinally horizontal extending portions 610, 612, laterally extending portions 650, 652, a vertically extending portion 642 and at least one connector 665 for connecting to a wall. At least one of the number of components is connected to another of the components by at least one snap fit connection.
Patent GB-2453130-A (GB)
Title: Disposable body protection pads
Inventor: BUTTERS JAMES MICHAEL
IPC: A41D13/05
Filed: 2007-09-26
Abstract: Disposable self-adhesive protection pad comprises flexible cushioning substrate of closed cell or microcellular cross-linked expanded polyolefin foam which in use is wrapped around the contours of the body part to be protected either onto the skin the clothing covering the body part; the substrate has a layer of a pressure sensitive adhesive covering a surface it which removably adheres to the wearer's skin or clothing without damaging the skin or clothing; and a layer of protective film covers the adhesive layer before use. The substrate may have cut out portions 6, 7, 8, and/or be perforated. The adhesive may comprise an acrylic, acrylate or rubber adhesive or double-sided tape. The substrate may also be provided with an outermost water-proof coating.
Patent GB-2452096-A (GB)
Title: Micro actuator contact.
Inventor: HORNG ALEX
IPC: B81B3/00
Filed: 2007-10-24
Abstract: The present invention relates to a micro actuator, which is located on a substrate and includes a plate and a bushing. A rear end of the plate exhibits a tapered triangular shape or an arc-like shape (fig 3) or has at least a bump disposed on a bottom surface of the rear end of the plate (fig 4), so that a non-planar contact is present between the rear end of the plate and the substrate when both are in contact, so as to provide low friction between the rear end and the substrate and thereby reduce a required driving voltage and to prolong a lifespan of components of the micro actuator.
Patent GB-2455140-A (GB)
Title: Precession anode X-ray tube
Inventor: KUCHARCZYK DAMIAN
IPC: H01J35/28
Filed: 2007-11-30
Abstract: An X-ray tube 1 is described having a filament electrode 7 for generating electrons 5, and an anode 8 which comprises an elongate member 17 having a fixed point 16 relative to the sealed housing of the tube and an end that is moveable relative to the sealed housing. The longitudinal axis of the elongate member 17 in a rest position is laterally displaced relative to the path of the accelerating electrons, whereby a spherical target surface on the movable end of the member 17 may be moved along an elliptical oscillatory path (see Figs 6-8) relative to the impinging electrons 5 such that the spatial location of X-ray 13 generation in the tube is invariant relative to the sealed housing, thereby spreading localised heating caused by the X-ray generation over a greater portion of the target surface. The member 17 may be a flexible monolithic rod and is typically driven such that the anode precesses about the X-ray beam 13.
Patent GB-2446066-A (GB)
Title: Data Entry Protection Device and Method of Use Thereof
Inventor: ZAFAR ABU
IPC: G06F21/00
Filed: 2008-01-25
Abstract: A data entry protection device 102 includes a housing having a first opening 120 for location with or over at least part of data entry apparatus, at least a second opening 128 for allowing removable location of at least part of a user's hand or digit therein, and viewing means 118 for allowing a user to view an interior of the housing. At least one of the surfaces 112 of the housing is sloped or provided at an acute angle to the horizontal in use and the viewing means is defined in or associated with said at least one surface. The viewing means may comprise a transparent screen or lens and may exhibit magnification qualities. The viewing means may have closure means, as may the second opening. An illuminating means may be positioned upon the interior of the housing which may be removably detachable to the ATM by means including clips, screws and/or hook and loop fastenings.
Patent GB-2448978-A (GB)
Title: A method of connecting life experiences to a shopping experience
Inventor: SHTEYN YEVGENLY EUGENE
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2008-04-28
Abstract: A method of connecting life experiences to a shopping experience is characterised by a user-input identifying at least one position in a life experience time continuum. Said experience is linked to potential shopping opportunities. Said shopping experiences may be catagorised for example by venue, time/date or education. A further system is disclosed for recalling (530) data from a meta-data database based on a user input via a graphical user interface.
Patent GB-2462797-A (GB)
Title: A particulate bed levelling arrangement
Inventor: SHEEHAN PATRICK
IPC: B01J8/00
Filed: 2008-05-30
Abstract: A particulate bed levelling arrangement comprises a rotational drive shaft 7 and a particle distribution arrangement 8 coupled to the shaft and arranged to distribute particulate material at an upper surface of a particulate bed in a direction radially outwardly away from the rotational drive shaft axis. Preferably the particle distribution arrangement consists of a levelling arm bolted or pivotably secured to the rotational drive shaft. Preferably a support and mounting arrangement 9 is provided comprising a support frame having a mounting flange 10 secured by clamping to a flange of a man-way port 3. The flange may have a central opening to allow topping-up of a catalyst bed 2 following levelling of the bed 2. The rotational drive shaft 7 may be lowered/highered by removing a height adjustment pin 14 and replacing through one of a series of vertically spaced bolt holes provided in the drive shaft. Advantageously the particulate bed levelling arrangement finds use in catalyst handling applications in reactor vessels.
Patent GB-2449978-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid vehicle controlled clutch capacity launch control
Inventor: SOLIMAN IHAB S
IPC: B60K6/44
Filed: 2008-06-03
Abstract: A method and a system for controlling a launch of a hybrid vehicle are disclosed. The method comprises determining a desired magnitude of torque capacity of an input clutch 40, 41, determining a crankshaft speed error, determining a magnitude of a change in torque capacity of the input clutch 40, 41 that will reduce the crankshaft speed error and increasing the torque capacity of the input clutch 40, 41 to a desired torque capacity whose magnitude is determined by adding the current magnitude of torque capacity of the input clutch 40, 41 and said change in torque capacity of the input clutch 40, 41. The speed of the vehicle and accelerator pedal position are used to determine a vehicle propulsion demand. A desired slip across the input clutch 40, 41 may also be determined. The system is provided in the context of problems with prior art systems including engine stall, excessive clutch slip, dead pedal feel and inconsistent response.
Patent GB-2460872-A (GB)
Title: Power consumption feedback system
Inventor: PHILLIPS AMYAS EDWARD WYKES
IPC: G01R21/06
Filed: 2008-06-13
Abstract: We describe an electrical power supply consumption feedback system, the system comprising: a current transducer configured to be attached externally to a plains power supply cable providing a mains power supply to said building to measure a current of said mains power supply; a voltage measurement system configured to measure within said building a voltage of said mains power supply; a system controller coupled to said voltage measurement system and to said current transducer and having a system controller wireless interface, at least one of said current transducer and said voltage measurement system having a complementary wireless interface and being coupled to said system controller via the wireless interface, and wherein said system controller is configured to calculate a power consumption of said building from said measured current and voltage; and a display coupled to said system controller to display a visual indication of said calculated power consumption.
Patent GB-2450974-A (GB)
Title: Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease with cannabinoids
Inventor: ROBSON PHILIP
IPC: A61K31/352
Filed: 2008-06-25
Abstract: A substantially pure tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or a THC-containing extract in which THC is a primary cannabinoid, may be used for the treatment of an inflammatory bowel disease, such as Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis. In addition, a substantially pure cannabidiol (CBD) or a CBD-containing extract in which CBD is a primary cannabinoid may be used for adjunct therapy of an inflammatory bowel disease. The CBD may be used as an adjunct in combination with aminosalicylates, corticosteroids or immunosuppressants. THC and CBD may be used together in a ratio of 5:1 to 1:5 THC to CBD to treat an inflammatory bowel disease.
Patent GB-2449800-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for fluid flow measurement with sensor shielding
Inventor: MAUTE ROBERT E
IPC: G01F/
Filed: 2004-09-30
Abstract: Apparatus for detecting radial flows of conductive fluid comprise shields 1014 to prevent or reduce circulating electrical currents from causing a voltage difference that would adversely affect the measured voltage difference between two adjacent electrodes 1008. The shields are a conduit through which conductive fluid may flow and have two or more sensor electrodes located within each shield. Once the circulating electrical current flow between the electrode pairs is substantially reduced or eliminated, only the voltage difference from the localized induced electric field remains and a true induced voltage may be measured, and thus an accurate value for the fluid velocity may be determined. A plurality of shield conduits may be joined together to form a string positioned internally of a casing conduit. The apparatus may be used in boreholes for detecting radial fluid flow entering a casing.
Patent GB-2463238-A (GB)
Title: Golf Club
Inventor: MACINNES ANGUS
IPC: A63B53/00
Filed: 2008-09-03
Abstract: The invention relates to a golf club 100 which may be made of metal, wood or composite materials, which allows a user to improve their playing stroke and golf swing. The club comprises a club head comprising a main body 110 having a striking surface 116, wherein the main body of the club is raised above ground level by at least one supporting member 112 when the club head is place on the ground. There may be two supporting members either side which may either terminate substantially in line with, or extend beyond the striking surface. The shaft comprises aerodynamic means to reduce air friction and may comprise an elongate protrusion extending down at least part of the shaft. The shaft comprises a grip adapted to substantially fill at least one or both users hand(s) during use. The grip may be wider at the top than at the bottom.
Patent GB-2465747-A (GB)
Title: Audience measurement system and method of generating reference signatures
Inventor: FALCYN FERNANDO DIEGO
IPC: H04H60/33
Filed: 2008-11-21
Abstract: An audience measurement system multiplexes known content 35 (and fig. 3b) and generates multiplexed reference signatures 120 (and fig. 3c) of the known content which are then demultiplexed 130 (and figs. 3d & 4) and stored centrally 51 (and fig. 4). Signatures of unknown pieces of content are generated and transmitted to the central site, where they are compared with the reference signatures for their identification. A signature comparator (fig. 4) finds matches between the signatures of segments of the unknown (231, 232, 233, fig. 4) and the signatures (51, fig. 4) of the known content. The system allows the use of a single receiver and signature generator to be used in place of several (30 & 405 fig. 1).
Patent GB-2468863-A (GB)
Title: Vertical Axis Wind Turbine with non-newtonian fluid damped auto pitching and air brake
Inventor: O'DONNELL JAMES
IPC: F03D3/06
Filed: 2009-03-24
Abstract: A vertical axis wind turbine having a single vertical structure 4 drives a generator 14 within the structure via a structure encircling ring and planet gear arrangement. A blade hub 1 mounted automatic blade pitch control mechanism allows aerodynamic blade pitch alteration relative to the airstream. Blade 2 motion is damped and controlled by a non-Newtonian fluid within the hub 1 that controls the blade pitching motion from excessive and violent movement as the blade 2 is rotating around the vertical axis. The fluid passes via a narrow channel between alternately expanding and contracting chambers in the hub. Speed control and stopping is controlled by an actuating mechanism comprising a structure encircling annular ring 31 driven by hydraulic or electric motor driven actuators 21 that move the ring vertically to engage wheels and a linkage connected to flaps 11 to raise the flaps and apply air braking to the wind turbine.
Patent GB-2474484-A (GB)
Title: Emergency harness with stowed and use configurations
Inventor: EDMONDSON CHRISTOPHER MARK
IPC: A62B35/00
Filed: 2009-10-15
Abstract: An emergency harness comprising a first chest strap 1 configured to pass around the wearer's torso, and two second leg straps 8 configured to pass under the wearer's thighs, knees or feet, where the harness has a stowed configuration (see figure 1) with the second straps contained on or within the first strap, and an operative configuration (see figures 2, 3) where they are usable. The chest strap 1 may have padding 1, a ring-like member 5 at one end and a snap hook-like member 6 at the other end for connecting to the ring, adjustment means 4 for adjusting the overall size of the first strap and further adjustment means 2 between the two leg straps for adjusting the distance between them. The leg straps 8 may also be provided with adjustment means 9 and snap hook-like members 10 for connecting to the ring 5. The leg straps 8 may be stowed beneath releasably secured flaps or in pockets on the chest strap 1 when not in use.
Patent GB-2475082-A (GB)
Title: PTO gearbox with an aperture that receives a driveshaft in a different configuration
Inventor: WOUTERS RONALD
IPC: F16H57/02
Filed: 2009-11-05
Abstract: A drive system, for a self-propelled agricultural application machine, comprises an engine (24, fig 3) drivingly connected to a transmission (26) via a PTO gearbox (30) which comprises a universal output-side flange 32 having a first set of apertures 371, 373 through which a driveshaft 28 connected to the transmission (26) passes in one configuration, and a second set of redundant aperture 381, 383 which is suitable for receiving the driveshaft 28 in a different configuration. The first and second sets of apertures 371, 373, 381, 383 are positioned in vertical alignment one above the other. The transmission (26) may be a CVT and the drive shaft 28 is axially aligned with an output of the engine (24) and an input of the transmission (26). In one embodiment the transmission (26) drives a rear axle and a front centre wheel is steerable and in another embodiment the rear axle and a front axle are driven by the transmission (26) which is disposed above the front axle. A method of assembling at least two of the drive systems is disclosed.
Patent GB-2462761-A (GB)
Title: Protein formulation
Inventor: JEZEK JAN
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 2009-05-01
Abstract: An aqueous composition which comprises a protein or other biological molecule and also (i) optionally comprises one or more metal ions at a concentration of 0.01 to 20 mM; (ii) comprises excipients which which are weak ligands; and (iii) is substantially free of excipients which are medium-strength ligands or strong ligands.
Patent GB-2466564-A (GB)
Title: Electrophoretic display device with photo sensor touch input
Inventor: LEE JONG-KWON
IPC: G02F1/16757
Filed: 2009-12-17
Abstract: A touch panel electrophoretic display comprising a display substrate (101) coupled to an electrophoretic film (141) including charged particles and including switching element (Ts) connected to a gate line and a data line at intersections for controlling pixel electrode (129). First and second photo sensor elements (S1, S2) having a different channel width and/or length are provided either preferably in each pixel or in adjacent pixels (figure 6). The photo sensors are provided for recognizing touch input by sensing an amount of light. Preferably the first sensor has a narrow channel width for use when peripheral illumination is greater than 1000 Lux and the second photo sensor has a wide channel for use when peripheral illumination is less than 1000 Lux as determined by photo switch 160.
Patent GB-386178-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum process for the dehydration of substances sensitive to temperature, in particular for the manufacture of foodstuffs, feeding stuffs and medicines
IPC: A23B4/033
Filed: 1932-04-08
Abstract: In dehydrating meat, fish or other foodstuffs, medicines, glands for use in manufacturing organic medicinal preparations, and other substances sensitive to heat by heat treatment under vacuum in a container, a liquid having a vapour pressure lower than 1 mm. Hg., and preferably about ,01 mm. Hg., at 0 DEG C. is added to act as a heat transmission medium.  An edible oil such as olive oil or other frying oil may be added as the medium and may be used in subsequently cooking the dehydrated meat or fish without separating it or in the case of medicines for facilitating dosage.  The dehydration may be effected at very low temperatures, e.g. 5 DEG  C., without freezing the substance.  A vacuum pump giving a pressure of lower than 4,5 mm. Hg. may be employed. Specifications 222,279, [Class 34 (ii), Drying systems &c.], and 367,341, [Group XIII], are referred to.
Patent GB-926578-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to apparatus for testing fuel injection pumps and injectors for internal combustion engines
Inventor: TAYLOR CECIL ISAAC
IPC: F02M65/00
Filed: 1959-03-24
Abstract: 926,578. Testing fuel injectors. LESLIE HARTRIDGE Ltd. June 24, 1960 [March 24, 1959], No. 10163/59. Class 7(3) [Also in Group XXVIII] Apparatus for testing the injections of a fuel injection pump comprises a transparent receptacle 2 filled with liquid under pressure, and into which the nozzle of an injector I is inserted, and a restricted orifice at 38, in an injector mounting plate 10 and leading to an outlet pipe 37 from the receptacle, constituting a pressure relief device, that permits the liquid pressure to rise to an amount at which air contained in the injected fuel is dissolved in the liquid, almost immediately after the air has formed the pattern of the spray in the liquid. There may be a single receptacle or one for each injector of the pump. The receptacle may be mounted in a casing (Fig. 2, not shown), incorporating a window, and is illuminated by a flashing lamp 4 timed by the adjustable position of an electric contact (Fig. 1, not shown), engaging a contact mounted on a pump drive shaft connected to the pump camshaft, which engagement makes a connection leading to the lamp and thereby enables the phase relationship of the injectors to be ascertained. In modifications there are several contacts on a disc (Fig. 4A, not shown); or several discs each having a group of contacts (Figs. 5, 6, not shown), which contacts each engage the lamp connection on a rod, the connection being adjustable along the rod to engage differently spaced contacts on different discs. The lamp 4 and the electrical circuit associated with it may, for example, be as in Specification 620,637. The lamp may be operated inductively instead of by contacts. The orifice may be adjustable, and replaced or supplemented by a pressure-operated valve.
Patent GB-386487-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to wireless receiving apparatus
IPC: H04B1/16
Filed: 1932-04-09
Abstract: 386,487. Valve circuits for wireless reception. POLLACK, A. J., Loreto House, Heaton, and ROBERTS, E. H., 39, Scholemoor Lane, both 'in Bradford, -Yorkshire. April 9, 1932, No. 10186. [Class 40 (v).]. Loss of sensitivity over. the tuning range is preve'nted by means of a variable condenser E arranged in. series with the reaction control condenser F and ganged to or consisting of one unit of the main tuning condenser D. A trimming condenser G may be provided and the condensers D, E may be ganged to the tuning condensers of preceding high frequency amplifying stages.
Patent GB-1453991-A (GB)
Title: Luminescent materials
IPC: H01J61/44
Filed: 1974-03-07
Abstract: 1453991 Luminescent materials and uses thereof PHILIPS ELECTRONIC & ASSOCIATED INDUSTRIES Ltd 7 March 1974 [14 March 1973] 10269/74 Heading C4S A Tb activated phosphor is of formula M 3 Ln 2-x Tb x (BO 3 ) 4  where M is at least one of Ca, Sr or Ba, Ln is at least one of Y, La, Gd, Lu, Yb and Dy and in which 0À01#x#1À50. The phosphor may be used in a screen, e.g. with other luminescent materials as a green component in low p Hg lamps, or in such lamps for xerographic photocopy equipment, or in low p Cd lamps (e.g. 230 to 330 nm. radiation). Excitation may be electrons, X-rays or ultra-violet. The compounds have isomorphic crystal structure with orthorhombic symmetry. The borates are preferably prepared by a solid state reaction, starting materials being given, and involving heating between 800‹ C. and the melting point. Multistage heating is preferred, e.g. preheating at 600-800‹ C., then one or more treatments at 800-1,200‹ C. in a weakly reducing atmosphere. Detailed preparations are given, as well as twenty-nine specific phosphor compositions. Operation may be at >500‹ C. the Table lists various properties.
Patent GB-269332-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the construction of boots and shoes
IPC: A43B23/22
Filed: 1926-04-20
Abstract: 269,332. Chattoe, W. L., and Scott & Co. (Stafford), Ltd., J. April 20, 1926. Stiffeners.-A shank stiffener. adapted to be secured between the inner and outer soles, consists of an arched metal &c. plate 1 provided in its upper surface with a stiffening groove 2. At the rear end, the plate is narrowed off to form a finger-like projection 3 and at the front, the one side is formed as an approximately semicircular projection 4 the curve of which is continuous with that of the front 5. Holes 6 are provided by means of which the device is secured between the inner and outer sole.