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Patent BR-PI0700238-A (BR)
Title: método para obtenção do extrato enzimático de potomorphe umbellata e uso do mesmo para obtenção de derivados de catecol
Inventor: DA SILVA BOLZANI VANDERLAN
IPC: C12N9/00
Filed: 2007-02-07
Abstract: MéTODO PARA OBTENçãO DO EXTRATO ENZIMáTICO DE POTOMORPHE UMBELLATA E USO DO MESMO PARA OBTENçãO DE DERIVADOS DE CATECOL. A presente invenção revela um método para obtenção de extrato enzimático de Potomorphe umbellata. Tal extrato é então usado para a produção in vitro de derivados de catecol, principalmente o 4-nerolidilcatecol, o qual é um derivado de catecol já largamente conhecido e empregado na indústria de cosméticos por possuir ação antioxidante e de proteção contra os raios UV. A produção de 4-nerolidilcatecol via extrato enzimático se faz em condições brandas, minimizando os efeitos de oxidação e decomposição do composto.
Patent GB-2477350-A (GB)
Title: Electrosurgical system comprising two electrode pairs
Inventor: NEWTON MICHAEL DAVID
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2010-02-01
Abstract: An electrosurgical system is provided for the treatment of tissue, the system comprising an electrosurgical generator (1) and an instrument (3) comprising an instrument shaft (10) having a longitudinal axis, and an electrode assembly (12) at one end of the shaft. The electrode assembly (12) comprises a first tissue treatment electrode (11), a second tissue treatment electrode (14), and first and second return electrodes (24, 25) electrically insulated from the first and second tissue treatment electrodes by means of insulation members (12, 15). The first and second tissue treatment electrodes (11, 14) each have an exposed surface for treating tissue, the exposed surface of the first tissue treatment electrode (11) being such as to treat tissue disposed on the longitudinal axis, and the exposed surface of the second tissue treatment electrode (14) being such as to treat tissue disposed laterally of the longitudinal axis. The instrument has a first set of connections (62A, 62C) by which the first tissue treatment electrode (11) can be placed in circuit with the first return electrode (24) such that, in use, a current path is established between the first tissue treatment electrode (11) and the first return electrode (24). The instrument has a second set of connections (62B, 62D) by which the second tissue treatment electrode (14) can be placed in circuit with the second return electrode (25) such that, in use, a current path is established between the second tissue treatment electrode (14) and the second return electrode (25). The first and second electrode pairs (11, 24, 14, 25) having different characteristics, and at least the first tissue treatment (11) electrode is capable of tissue vaporization,
Patent GB-2464645-A (GB)
Title: Phosphorylated pyrone analogs and methods
Inventor: ROBBINS WENDYE
IPC: A61K31/665
Filed: 2008-07-30
Abstract: The invention relates to phosphorylated polyphenols, phosphorylated flavonoids, and phosphorylated pyrone analogs. Methods and compositions for the modulation of side effects of substances using such phosphorylated compounds are described Methods and compositions are described for the modulation of blood-tissue barrier (BTB) transporter activity to increase the efflux of drugs and other compounds out of a physiological compartment and into an external environment In particular, the methods and compositions disclosed herein provide lowered side effects when phosphorylated pyrone analogs are coadministered with therapeutic agents.
Patent GB-2465508-A (GB)
Title: Process For Purifying A Pigment
Inventor: MCINTYRE CHARLES RUPERT
IPC: C01G23/047
Filed: 2008-08-26
Abstract: A process for purifying a pigment comprising washing the pigment with water having less than 100ppm by weight of total dissolved solids and a microbiological contamination of less than 100 colony forming units per ml. Pigments so purified are especially suitable for use in preparing ink jet printing inks.
Patent GB-2467687-A (GB)
Title: Forming a geological model
Inventor: BRUUN BJORN TORNSTEIN
IPC: G01V1/28
Filed: 2008-11-11
Abstract: A method is provided for forming a geological model of a region of the earth. Seismic data are obtained from the region and include seismic traveltime uncertainty. A seismic velocity model of the region is also provided and includes velocity uncertainty. Ray tracing is performed on the seismic data using the velocity model to determine the three dimensional positions of a plurality of points of the region. The three dimensional positional uncertainties (7-12) of at least some of the points are calculated from the traveltime uncertainty, the velocity uncertainty, and uncertainty in the ray propagation direction. This is combined with the positions determined by the ray tracing to form a geological model.
Patent GB-2480335-A (GB)
Title: Condensing boiler comprising a condensate drain assembly
Inventor: SALMON DAVID
IPC: F24H8/00
Filed: 2010-06-04
Abstract: A condensing boiler 2 is disclosed, the boiler comprising a reservoir 20 for collecting liquid condensed from flue gas produced by the boiler when in use; and a first conduit 22 extending from the reservoir and providing a first flow path for removing liquid from the reservoir in normal operation of the boiler. The boiler further comprises a second conduit 50 providing a second flow path for removing liquid from the reservoir and means, such as a valve 52, for selectively opening the second conduit to provide a flow path for removing liquid from the reservoir in the event of an excessive accumulation of liquid in the reservoir or the first conduit. The boiler can also include indication means operable to provide an indication to a user of an excessive accumulation of liquid in the reservoir or the first conduit. Preferably the indication means provides a visual and/or an audible indication. The indication means may comprise a float 32, visible through a transparent portion 44 of the first conduit, and responsive to an accumulation of condensate in the conduit. In a further aspect, a condensate drain assembly for a condensing boiler is provided.
Patent GB-2472503-A (GB)
Title: Milk quality measurement
Inventor: TOL PATRICK PHILIP JACOB VAN DER
IPC: A01J5/007
Filed: 2010-08-02
Abstract: Method of determining the value of one or more quality properties of milk yielded from a number of animals by means of a milking machine at a milking station, wherein the milk yielded from the animals is collected for further processing, comprising the steps of carrying out a quality measurement on the milk from an individual animal at the milking station by means of a first measuring device and calculating a calculated value of the property according to a calculation program loaded into the milking station computer, taking an individual sample of the milk from the animal in question and carrying out a measurement on the sample by means of a second measuring device in a laboratory. Obtaining on the basis of said measurement, a laboratory value of said property for the milk and comparing the laboratory value with the calculated value before deciding, on the basis of the comparison, whether or not to adjust the calculation program and subsequently carrying out said adjustment. Both the onsite and lab analysis of the milk is carried out on samples from individual cows rather than a mixed sample form the herd as a whole. The results obtained from individual cows can be averaged. A measuring device for carrying out the method is also claimed.
Patent GB-2473961-A (GB)
Title: A folding ladder
Inventor: WOODS CHARLES
IPC: E06C9/08
Filed: 2010-09-27
Abstract: A collapsible ladder includes a pair of stiles 20, and rungs 21 pivotally connected to the stiles in such manner that the ladder is movable between a folded, storage condition, in which the stiles cooperate to define a chamber within which the rungs are contained, and an unfolded condition in which the rungs extend horizontally. A cap (11, fig 4) is provided for fitment over the upper ends of the stiles to hold them together in the folded, storage condition. Cover formations 14 are formed integrally with the stiles, and are arranged to inter-engage when the ladder is in its folded condition to prevent access to the rungs and stiles and hence tampering or damage to the ladder. The ladder may be used with a multi-storey building. In further aspects a folding ladder is provided with a chamfered cap or a security device for preventing unauthorized removal of the cap.
Patent GB-2483729-A (GB)
Title: System for diagnosing error conditions of a gas flow control system for turbocharged engines
Inventor: CIANFLONE FRANCESCO
IPC: F02D41/00
Filed: 2010-09-20
Abstract: A combustion engine evaluation unit is disclosed which comÂ­prises a microprocessor for receiving measurement signals from a gas flow control system of a combustion engine and for outputting a state signal indicating a state of the gas flow control system. The microprocessor provides input ports for receiving a first set of measureÂ­ment signals which comprise at least a signal of a pressure upstream of a turbocharger and a signal of a pressure downÂ­stream of a turbocharger. Moreover, the microprocessor provides input ports for receiving a second set of measurement signal which comprises at least a motor revolution speed. The microprocessor is adapted to calculate a first set of preÂ­dicted values by using a turbocharger model, based on the first set of measurement signals and the microprocessor is adapted to calculate a second set of predicted values by usÂ­ing a nominal model, based on the second set of measurement signals. The microprocessor is furthermore adapted to generÂ­ate the abovementioned state signal based on a comparison of the first set of predicted values with the second set of predicted values. Optionally the second set of measurement signals can comprise an actuator signal for adjusting a variable geometry turbine and an actuator signal for an exhaust gas recycling, EGR, valve.
Patent GB-2491614-A (GB)
Title: An exercise device with a vacuum chamber made of modular components
Inventor: EGAN FIONA MARY
IPC: A61H9/00
Filed: 2011-06-08
Abstract: An exercise device comprising an exercise chamber with a door 7, an exercise unit 9 located in the chamber, a vacuum pump to create a negative pressure in the chamber and a means 17 to control the exercise unit 9 and pump wherein the device is provided in a modular construction with a plurality of components which can be connected to together. The chamber casing may be split along forward and rear vertical lines. There may be a base plate on which a casing element can pivot out from using a hinge and a gas strut may be used to hold it in position. An infra red light source may also be provided and the exercise unit 9 may be a treadmill.
Patent GB-2482232-A (GB)
Title: Cosmetic composition containing a particular water and use as a depigmenting or anti-ageing agent
Inventor: KURFURST ROBIN
IPC: A61K8/19
Filed: 2011-07-15
Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological composition comprises as an active agent at least one water having a pH of between 7.6 and 10 and a total dissolved solids (TDS) concentration of between 10 and 250mg/l, in particular, Icelandic glacial water. Preferably the water comprises the concentrations calcium between 3-14mg/l; chloride between 2-16mg/l; magnesium between 0.8-5mg/l; potassium between 0.01-2mg/l; sodium between 2-14mg/l; bicarbonate between 0-50mg/l and sulphate between 1-5mg/l. Preferably the concentration by weight of water relative to the total weight of the composition is from 10% to 99%. The formulation may be of use in preventing or delaying the appearance of the effects of intrinsic and/or extrinsic ageing of the skin; for preventing or reducing pigmentary spots on the skin, or the colouration of hyperpigmented areas of the skin in particular those consisting of various dyschromias of the skin, for example, contact dermatoses, drug induced photodermatoses, melasma, keratoses, for example senile or actinic keratoses, senile lentigo (age spots) or solar lentigo; for reducing the pigmentation of the periphery of depigmented areas, in particular, induced by leucoderma such as vitiligo; for improving the uniformity of skin colouration; or for lightening the complexion of the skin.
Patent GB-2479695-A (GB)
Title: Key wire for drilling and measurement during glenoid replacement
Inventor: GREGORY THOMAS MAURICE STEWART
IPC: A61B17/16
Filed: 2010-09-06
Abstract: A K—wire has a body 160 and a pointed tip 161. The broad base of the tip is narrower than the body of the wire. The portion of the body adjacent the tip has drill flutings 162 whilst measurement indicators 163 extend towards the opposite end of the wire. Also disclosed is a K—wire (140, figure 14) with an enlarged distal section 142 and a measuring scale 142 on its proximal end showing the distance from its distal tip 141, which may be sharp. Both are intended for use with a surgical clamp (100, figure 10) for guiding a key wire during a shoulder arthroplasty procedure, the clamp having a guide block 105 containing a guide bore mounted upon it. The clamp may be a pair of forceps with latching means 104 to lock them, with the guide block mounted over the pivot point of the forceps arms.
Patent GB-2495483-A (GB)
Title: Argon plasma coagulation instrument with directable gas stream
Inventor: WILLIAMS WAYNE
IPC: A61B18/04
Filed: 2011-10-06
Abstract: An electrosurgical apparatus (1, figure 1) for coagulating tissue (7, figure 1) with an electrical arc in ionised gas has a movable shield 11 to direct the stream of gas through one or more chosen passages. The instrument has a tubular body 3 with one or more windows 15,16 at its distal end. Inside or outside the body is a tubular sleeve 11 having at least one aperture at its distal end and a handle at its proximal end so it can be rotated. The delivery of gas through the window(s) of the body is controlled by rotating the sleeve with respect to the body. Gas may be directed through a side of the body (figure 6) or through the end of the body (figure 9). Both the window and the sleeve aperture may each be a single slot, the flow pattern being determined by the degree of overlap of the slots.
Patent GB-2495977-A (GB)
Title: Heat dissipation assembly suitable for lamp
Inventor: LI CHIA-MAO
IPC: F21V29/00
Filed: 2011-10-28
Abstract: A heat dissipation assembly 1 has at least a base element 11 having at least a slot 111 and at least a heat dissipation element or fin 12 embedded into the slot. The fin 12 may be made from a folded piece of material. A filler element is positioned in the gap between the fins 12 to secure the fin 12 into the slot 111. The base may support a light structure (17, fig 3).
Patent GB-2486150-A (GB)
Title: A drive mechanism
Inventor: LAWRANCE NEIL
IPC: E05F11/02
Filed: 2010-09-08
Abstract: A drive mechanism for actuating a movable element comprising an actuating means configured to drive a movable element between a first position and a second position, and any position there between, when driven by a rotatable drive means whereby the rotatable drive means is configured not to have any driving effect on the actuating means thereby driving the movable element beyond the first position or second position. The drive means is configured to be continuously rotatable in a first direction such that, as it is rotated in a first direction, the drive means drives the actuating means until the movable element reaches the first position and then the drive means slips relative to the actuating means when the movable element is in the first position; and the drive means is configured to be continuously rotatable in a second direction such that, as it is rotated in the second direction, the drives means drives the actuating means until the movable element reaches the second position and then the drive means slips relative to the actuating means when the movable element is in the second position.
Patent GB-2498411-A (GB)
Title: Use of a one way function and a proxy relay device between a user and service provider
Inventor: TSURIA YOSSI
IPC: G06Q20/38
Filed: 2012-05-09
Abstract: A method and system for anonymous authentication of a first user device, including sending R between first and second user devices, where R is a result of a one-way function performed on a random number r selected by the first user device, the second user device sending R to a service provider which stores R with a data string T and returns a digitally signed R and T to the second user device, the first user device receiving R and T from the second user device, thereby ensuring that the identity of the first user device remains unknown to the service provider, and the first device opening a communication channel with the service provider, sending the service provider R and T via the communication channel along with a request for the service provider to provide a service, and receiving the requested service from the service provider.
Patent GB-2493589-A (GB)
Title: Electronic device security with cross-talk reduction between connector ports
Inventor: DICKENS NIGEL
IPC: G06F21/82
Filed: 2012-05-23
Abstract: An electronic device comprises a means for reducing cross-talk between ports via a connector shield 300. Electronic circuitry is enclosed within a housing and a plurality of ports are provided for connecting electrical devices to the electronic device. Each port includes a connector (e.g. a D-type connector) which is connected by at least one electrical connection 234, 236 to the electronic circuitry. Each port also includes a connector shield 300 which is arranged to provide an electrically conductive loop, around which an induced electrical current can flow, thereby reducing cross-talk between ports. The connector shield 300 is formed from a foldable blank 360 of electrically conductive material (e.g. nickel coated silver) to create a shielding can. An electrical contact electrically connects the body of the shielding can to the connector. A face 364 of the body of the shielding can defines a first aperture 374 shaped to receive the connector so that the shielding can may be arranged about the connector to form a part of the electrically conductive loop.
Patent GB-2490051-A (GB)
Title: Simultaneous joint inversion of surface wave and refraction data
Inventor: VIRGILIO MASSIMO
IPC: G01V1/28
Filed: 2010-12-06
Abstract: A technique includes a method and apparatus for simultaneous joint inversion of surface wave and refraction data to identify near surface geophysical and geological properties.
Patent GB-2504746-A (GB)
Title: Matrix Pattern Authentication (MPA) using a divided authentication code
Inventor: BRITTAN STEVEN JONATHAN
IPC: G06F21/31
Filed: 2012-08-08
Abstract: The invention relates to a method of processing an authentication code (e.g. memorable identification pattern (MIP)) of a user (U), comprises the steps of: obtaining an authentication code of a user, the authentication code comprising a plurality of unique elements, dividing the authentication code into at least two authentication segments each forming a subset of the elements of the authentication code; encoding (e.g. using a one-way hash (SHA-2))) each of the authentication segments so that the authentication segments cannot be retrieved from the encoded authentication segments; and storing the encoded authentication segments for use in a validation in at least one record of a database, wherein the encoded authentication segments are stored in different and independent records in the database. The method also includes generating candidate identification patterns corresponding to at least one portion of a challenge code (OTC). The authentication segments may be chained. The segments may overlap partially and may have different lengths.
Patent GB-2507291-A (GB)
Title: High operating temperature resonant tunnelling quantum well photodetector
Inventor: RIHANI SAMIR
IPC: H01L27/146
Filed: 2012-10-24
Abstract: An semiconductor structure comprises a first quantum well having a first bound state E3 with an energy that is greater than an energy of a lower state El by a first energy difference, a quantum well structure 100 adjacent to the first quantum well and having at least a second bound state E4 having an energy level which is resonant with the first bound state E3 of the first quantum well, a second quantum well having at least a third state E2 to collect electrons from the second bound state E4 of the quantum well structure through a non-radiative mechanism and a fourth bound state E5. An energy of the fourth bound state of the second quantum well is greater than an energy of the third state E2 by a second energy difference. The structure can absorb two photons, one in the first quantum well by excitation of a carrier from the lower energy state El to the first bound state E3 and another in the second quantum well by excitation of a carrier from the third state E2 to the fourth bound state E5. The quantum well structure provides efficient extraction of excited carriers from the first quantum well.
Patent GB-2512381-A (GB)
Title: Integral tubular hollow handle knife
Inventor: WOOD ANDREW
IPC: B25G1/00
Filed: 2013-03-28
Abstract: A knife made from a single piece of metal, preferably steel, comprises an integral tubular hollow storage compartment D built into its tang E The tang may be full, hidden, partial, skeleton or tapered and fit any handle profile/shape. A screw threaded end cap C may be provided to allow easy access to the compartment. Knife scales B may be used to cover the tang.
Patent GB-2513840-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to container closures
Inventor: BRADLEY MARK ANTHONY
IPC: B65D47/06
Filed: 2013-04-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to a container 36 and an apertured closure 30, which is permanently secured to an opening on said container. The closure comprises a central aperture 32 to enable insertion and retention of a tube (50, fig 5) through which the liquid contents of the container may be dispensed. The aperture may comprise a resilient sealing member (41, fig 4) and define a valve to provide an airtight seal about the tube. The present invention relates to containers that are used to hold fluids that need to be dispensed in controlled quantities.
Patent GB-2513847-A (GB)
Title: Seal Assembly
Inventor: ATKINS NICHOLAS
IPC: E21B33/128
Filed: 2013-05-03
Abstract: A seal assembly 10 for creating a seal in an annulus between a mandrel 16 and a bore wall 14. The assembly including the mandrel, a radially expandable seal element 18 mounted on the mandrel, and a setting arrangement mounted on the mandrel. The setting arrangement is arranged to displace the seal element radially outwardly to retract or extend the seal. The seal element defines a cup seal when in an extended configuration. There may be ramp surfaces on the seal element and setting arrangement. The mandrel may include two sleeves which can move relative to one another to align ports 42a, 42b and actuate the setting arrangement. There may be a second seal element and second setting assembly. There may be a seal support 22 which moves with the seal element. Other independent claims relate to seal assemblies with actuators, seal supports, seal backups and intermediate members amongst other things.
Patent GB-2514621-A (GB)
Title: Cable anchorage
Inventor: ANNAN RACHID
IPC: E01D19/16
Filed: 2013-05-31
Abstract: A cable anchorage comprises an anchor block 11 having at least one and preferably multiple channels for individual strands 50 of a cable secured for example by conical wedge 12. The space around strands 50 in the channel are filled with a bedding cushion of flexible and/or elastic material such as an elastomeric polymer. The cushion may be in the form of a sleeve or injected as a liquid, e.g. polyurethane, which subsequently sets to form a tough elastic bedding material 51 within the anchor block 11. The hardness and stiffness of the cushion may vary along its length. A moulded plastic exit port 18 may be provided along with a watertight seal 26. A cable channel extension with strand pipes may be provided (15, 14, fig.5)