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Patent GB-2367970-A (GB)
Title: Optimization of the configuration of a hierarchical network
Inventor: SZENTESI IRON
IPC: H04Q3/00
Filed: 2000-10-09
Abstract: The present invention provides a method for optimization of the configuration of a hierarchical network having first second and third hierarchy levels, each level comprising nodes (RNC's, HUB's, RBS's) each of which, in levels other than the lowest, receives traffic from a cluster of nodes (HUB's, RBS's) of the level next below. The method comprises first determining an initial arrangement of nodes (RNC's, HUB's, RBS's) in each of the levels and, in each of the levels other than the highest, allocating respective initial clusters of nodes (HUB's, RBS's) of that level to the nodes (RNC's, HUB's) of the next higher level, then iteratively repeating the following steps:<BR> <SL> <LI>(a) for each node (RNC) of the first level, identifying an optimized number of, and dispositions of, nodes (HUB's) of the second level, for those nodes (RBS's) of the third level which, immediately prior to this iteration of step (a), were allocated to the nodes (HUB's) of the second level allocated to the node (RNC) concerned of the first level, and for each node (RNC) of the first level reallocating said those nodes (RBS's) of the third level to the nodes (HUB's) of the second level identified in this iteration of step (a); and <LI>(b) for the nodes (HUB's) of the second level identified in step (a), identifying an optimized number of, and dispositions of, the nodes (RNC) of the first level, and reallocating the nodes (HUB's) of the second level identified in step (a) to the nodes (RNC's) of the first level determined in this iteration of step (b) , until steps (a) and (b) result in no changes in number, disposition and allocation of nodes (RNC's, HUB's, RBS's) over a predetermined number of iterations of those steps. </SL>
Patent GB-2353929-A (GB)
Title: Laser plasma light source and method of generating radiation using the same
Inventor: TOMIE TOSHIHISA
IPC: H05G2/00
Filed: 1999-03-31
Abstract: A recess (12) is made in a solid target (11). The inner wall of the recess is abraded by means of a pulse laser beam (13) for abrasion. When a high-density part (15) of a vaporized substance (14) is created in the space in the recess (12), a pulse laser beam (17) for heating is applied to change the high-density part (15) to a high-temperature plasma (18) to allow radiation (19) to be emitted. As a result, radiation of good quality including less debris can be produced.
Patent GB-2365480-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to windows, glazed doors and the like
Inventor: DEAN ANDREW MICHAEL
IPC: E06B3/54
Filed: 2001-05-25
Abstract: In a double glazed window assembly comprising a sash window (10) and frame (11), the window (10) has an outer section defining an inner glazing chamber containing a sealed double glazed unit (19). A number of packers (22) around the side surfaces of the unit and contacting the outer section and said side surfaces are adjustable by means of a stud (31) e.g. screw-threadedly engaged in an insert (24) in a Euro-groove (12) of the window outer section. By screwing in the stud (31) the packer (22) is forced inwardly, thus adjustably moving the unit correspondingly inwardly. By suitable similar adjustment movement, if necessary, of packers at the other sides of the unit, it can be correctly adjustably positioned in its window section.
Patent GB-2364766-A (GB)
Title: Domestic hot water recirculation arrangement for a combination boiler system
Inventor: MACPHAIL NICHOLAS JULIAN JAN F
IPC: F24H9/12
Filed: 2001-06-05
Abstract: A combination boiler 9 provides hot water to tap 8 via a heat exchanger 5. The arrangement includes a domestic hot water circulation loop 30 formed by conduit 36 extending from a point adjacent the tap 8, to a cold water supply pipe 2 to the heat exchanger 5. To prevent excessive water pressure in the loop, due to expansion of the water when heated, a pressure responsive device is included which may be a pressure relief valve 32 and/or an expansion vessel 34. The means to provide flow of water in the loop may be a pump 38 and the arrangement may also include a pressure reducing valve 31 and temperature and timer controls.
Patent GB-2376434-A (GB)
Title: Tree Pruner
Inventor: HUANG YAO-CHUNG
IPC: A01G3/025
Filed: 2001-06-14
Abstract: A tree pruner comprises a fixation seat (40), a cutter (50), a link rod (60), and an auxiliary rod member (70) which includes a support rod (71) and an expandable push rod (72), the support rod (71) being pivoted at one end with the link rod (60), and at other end with a locating hole (52) in the cutter (50), the expandable push rod (72) being pivoted at one end with the link rod (60), and at other end with the support rod (71), the auxiliary rod member (70) serving as an auxiliary application arm between the link rod (60) and the cutter (50), so as to improve the operational efficiency of the tree pruner.
Patent GB-2377205-A (GB)
Title: Halftoning of lenticular images using a dot printer for either multiple original images or an original lenticular image
Inventor: PILU MAURIZIO
IPC: G02B3/00
Filed: 2001-07-04
Abstract: The image strips (4,Fig.2) of each original image (A-D) of a lenticular image (L) are processed separately from those of other original images to produce corresponding halftone dot printing values for printing the dots of the halftone lenticular image (HL). Each original image (A-D) may be processed separately as a whole to produce halftone dot printing values for a corresponding halftone image (A', B', C', D'), and the halftone dot printing values for the different halftone images may be processed in a sequential manner to output the values of the image strips in the required order to produce the halftone lenticular image (HL). Alternatively, the image strips as produced for each original image may be processed to produce halftone dot printing values for printing the dots of the halftone lenticular image. The image strips may be processed one at a time or adjacent image strips of each image may be processed together.
Patent GB-2368985-A (GB)
Title: Method of and control means for controlling a fuel injector
Inventor: PISCHKE ULF
IPC: F01L9/20
Filed: 2001-07-13
Abstract: A method of controlling at least one electromagnetic load comprises the step (220) of causing, in a first booster phase at the start of drive control of the load, the load to be acted on by a voltage increased relative to the voltage applied in a subsequent drive control phase. A first condition and a second condition are checked and the booster phase is terminated (step 240) if one of the two conditions is fulfilled, wherein the second condition is so selected that it does not come into effect in normal operation. The first condition can be the exceeding of a given current threshold (IS) by the current (I) through the load (step 230) and the second condition can be the exceeding of a given time period (TS) by the time (T) of the booster phase (step 250).
Patent GB-2378710-A (GB)
Title: Lighting columns
Inventor: SMITH ADAM
IPC: C22C38/42
Filed: 2001-07-31
Abstract: A lighting column (10) includes a base (12) and a shaft (14). The base (12) is adapted to be embedded in the ground such that a lower part (16) of the base is underground and an upper part (18) protrudes substantially vertically upwardly up from the ground (19). The base (12) is formed of a steel including the following additives by weight: 0.05 to 0.35% carbon; 0.1 to 2.5% manganese; 0.1 to 2% silicon; 0.01 to 0.3% sulphur; 0.1 to 5% chromium; 0.1 to 5% nickel; 0.1 to 3% copper and 0.01 to 0.5% phosphorous. This steel is particularly effective in protecting the lighting column from corrosion.
Patent GB-2371675-A (GB)
Title: Metal-oxide-metal capacitor having electrode encapsulated in barrier material
Inventor: HARRIS EDWARD BELDEN
IPC: H01L21/285
Filed: 2001-08-30
Abstract: A capacitor is formed by a damascene process in a dielectric layer 110 of a semiconductor device. A first barrier layer 130 is sputter deposited to coat a recess (120) and then a first conductive element, preferably copper, 140 is deposited by electroplating. A seed layer 135 may be provided to facilitate the deposition of the conductive element 140. The dielectric layer 110 is planarized to provide a planar surface 115. A second barrier layer 150, together with the first barrier layer 130, encapsulates the conductive element 140. A patterned capacitor dielectric 170 and a second conductive element 180 (which may be a composite of a layer of aluminium alloy disposed between two barrier layers) complete the capacitor structure. The barrier layers 130,150 allow conduction of electricity, but prevent diffusion of copper ions from the first conductive element into the surrounding material. Each barrier layer may comprise tantalum; tantalum nitride; titanium nitride; tungsten nitride; silicon nitrides of tantalum, titanium, tungsten; and combinations thereof.
Patent GB-2380057-A (GB)
Title: Heat dissipation structure with cavity for improved heat transfer
Inventor: CHOU FARGO
IPC: H01L23/427
Filed: 2001-09-19
Abstract: A heat dissipation structure (100) for a CPU comprises fins (102) and a central cavity (110) which is mounted over the centre of the CPU. The cavity is filled with a high heat transfer material and sealed by top and bottom blocks (200, 201). The central high heat transfer region improves the conductance of heat away from the CPU towards the fins. The high heat transfer material may be copper or a liquid or gas partially filling the cavity to allow for expansion. The central cavity walls may be slotted (110A) to further improve the heat transfer from the cavity to the fins.
Patent GB-2372863-A (GB)
Title: Detecting a person and providing a categorised audio alert
Inventor: THOMAS ANDREW
IPC: G08B13/22
Filed: 2001-11-26
Abstract: System and method for providing audio alerts in an environment such as a house whereby categorised events to be reported are determined and indicated to a person. These events may include receipt of e-mail and voice mail etc. The presence of a person entering or leaving an area in the house is detected and a determination of what reportable events have occurred is made, each event category has a corresponding audio alert which is then output to the person detected.
Patent GB-2385396-A (GB)
Title: A method for connecting two structures together using a strap, a tensioning device for use in such method and a device for forming an eye at an end of a strap
Inventor: LINDBY STEFAN
IPC: B29C65/02
Filed: 2002-02-11
Abstract: A method and an apparatus for connecting two structures together, for example for connecting a first pipe to a second pipe or for connecting a hydrodynamic element to a pipe, in particular for connecting two structures of or for a subsea installation, comprises a strap and a tensioning device for the strap. The tensioning device comprises a U-shaped yoke having first and second limbs connected by a base portion of said yoke, a pin passing through said first and second limbs generally parallel to a plane of said base portion, said pin being secured against movement in its axial direction out of said limbs, a tensioning bolt having an axially extending slot passing through it, said tensioning bolt extending through said first and second limbs generally parallel to said pin and having a head at one end permitting rotation of said tensioning bolt by a wrench applied to said head, said tensioning bolt further having a ratchet disc rotationally secured to it, there being a pawl pivotally mounted on said tensioning device and engageable with ratchet teeth of said ratchet disc to prevent rotation of said tensioning bolt in one direction but permitting rotation of said tensioning bolt in an opposite direction.
Patent GB-2386861-A (GB)
Title: Circular saw with infrared guide
Inventor: CHEN RUEY ZON
IPC: B23D59/00
Filed: 2002-03-21
Abstract: A circular sawing machine having a hidden-type infrared guide device 31 includes a main frame 11, a saw base 21 pivotally mounted on the main frame, an infrared guide device, and an operation set 41. The infrared guide device is mounted on the saw base and includes a slide 33 slidably mounted on the saw base, and an infrared indication lamp 34 mounted on the slide. The slide is formed with an elongated slot 36. The operation set is mounted on the infrared guide device, and includes a drive plate 42, a movable pin 43, and an elastic plate 45. The movable pin is extended through the elongated slot of the slide and has a first end pivoted with the drive plate, and a second end combined with the elastic plate. The elastic plate is mounted on the movable pin and rested on the slide.
Patent GB-2389414-A (GB)
Title: Single control mechanism for synchronously controlling the movement of dampers over a plurality of air inlets in a stove
Inventor: WELLS PAUL
IPC: F23L13/10
Filed: 2002-06-06
Abstract: A stove 1 having a fire box 2, a door 3, to the fire box for fuelling the stove, an exhaust flue 8 from the fire box, a plurality of main air inlets (32, 33, 34, 35, fig 3), each having a damper 322, 332, 342, 352, fig 5) and a single control mechanism 12 and control 14 for synchronising opening of the dampers in accordance with their purpose. The mechanism 12 preferably comprises a ganged set of cams (39, fig 5) acting on the dampers which are hinged to pivot between their open and closed position. The cams (39, fig 5) are preferably provided on a slider and are connected together by a common slide member, connected to a translationally movable control knob 16, or pivotally movable control lever 15. An auxiliary damper (46, fig 4) may be provided, separate from the main control system 12, for tuning the stove to its specific installation, including length and position of the flue. The auxiliary damper is locked in position by a bolt (47, fig 4) after intial set-up. Alternatively, the control mechanism 12 may include a cranked shaft with connecting rods (36, 37, fig 3) to slide the dampers into position. At least one of the dampers may be arranged to remain closed whilst the others are open and vice versa. Two dampers may be provided for controlling air inlets on either side of the fire box.
Patent GB-2395123-A (GB)
Title: An article hanging device
Inventor: OLIVER WILLIAM GRANT
IPC: A47G1/16
Filed: 2002-11-12
Abstract: An article hanging device 1 comprises a first support means for fixing the article hanging device to a load bearing structure, a second support means 30 for supporting the article to be hung, first and second adjustment means 10;20 comprising elongate members 12;22 slidably coupled to elongate channels 18;28. The adjustment means can be secured independently in a variety of desired positions.
Patent GB-2396046-A (GB)
Title: A remote alarm locking system
Inventor: REID MARK
IPC: B60R25/102
Filed: 2002-12-06
Abstract: A remote alarm locking system for either a vehicle or a residency, comprising a key fob 1 in wireless communication with an alarm unit. The key fob includes buttons 2, 4 to arm/disarm the alarm unit and lock/unlock the vehicle/property being protected, just as in a conventional keyless entry system. In addition, the key fob is made of transparent plastic and contains an internal light bulb 5 and a vibrating pad 3. When the alarm is actuated, eg. by an intruder, the alarm sends a wireless signal to the key fob which then flashes and vibrates to alert the owner to a possible breach of security. The key fob may contain a loophole 6 for attachment to a key ring.
Patent GB-2399003-A (GB)
Title: Compressible waterproof sack
Inventor: DARVILL PAUL MARTIN
IPC: A45C3/10
Filed: 2002-12-21
Abstract: A watertight container comprises a bag which may be sealed yet can be compressed, without affecting the container's ability to protect its contents. No mechanical valves are used to evacuate air from the container. The container may have a main panel 2 and a base panel 3 made of a waterproof gas-permeable fabric, and may have a roll top flap 1 and a buckle 4 to securely close the flap.
Patent GB-2385367-A (GB)
Title: A bollard and a bollard assembly
Inventor: CONCANNON JOHN FRANCIS
IPC: E01F9/011
Filed: 2003-02-13
Abstract: A bollard assembly (2) comprising a bollard (1) secured to a mounting plug (6) anchored in the ground comprises a connecting portion (4) which defines a socket (5) for engaging the mounting plug (6). Three receiving bores (9) extend through the connecting portion (4) and are alignable with engagement bores (10) in the mounting plug (6). Three securing pins (8) of a transversely impact shearable material are engageable with the receiving and engagement bores (9) and (10) for securing the bollard (1) to the mounting plug (6). The securing pins (8) and the receiving bores (9) are dimensioned so that the securing pins (8) are an interference fit in the receiving bores (9) to prevent withdrawal of the securing pins (8), thereby preventing unauthorised disengagement of the bollard (1) from the mounting plug (6).
Patent GB-2400108-A (GB)
Title: Effervescent tablets
Inventor: LOCKE WILLIAM JOHN
IPC: C11D3/00
Filed: 2003-02-14
Abstract: Effervescent tablets intended for use in the cleaning of a toilet (W.C.) bowl comprise an acid, a carbonate and/or bicarbonate and a non-ionic surface active agent which is a C6-18 alcohol or an ethoxylated C6-18 alcohol having an average of up to three ethylene oxide residues.
Patent GB-2386874-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle air bag arrangement
Inventor: KARLSSON LENNART
IPC: B60R21/215
Filed: 2003-02-18
Abstract: A vehicle occupant protection arrangement comprises an air bag 10 within a housing 3, an air bag launch trigger (4 figure 1), triggering the air bag upon a vehicle impact, and a sheathing 5, such as a vehicle dashboard, to which said housing is connected and behind which in relation to the vehicle occupant the air bag is located. The sheathing has an opening 8 through which said air bag, guided by the housing, is deployed into the vehicle compartment. After the deployment of the air bag said sheathing essentially returns to its original state so as to close the opening and thus provide a smoother surface against which the occupant may strike if there is a secondary impact following deflation of the air bag (figure 2d). The air bag may be replaceable in a direction transverse to its inflation direction, such as through an opening (14 figure 1) in the end of the dashboard.
Patent GB-2386651-A (GB)
Title: A system for and method of reducing toner seal leakage by the introduction of a step groove in the developer roller
Inventor: DOUGHERTY PATRICK
IPC: F16C13/00
Filed: 2003-02-28
Abstract: A sealing mechanism for use in a toner cartridge comprising a developer roller 304 having an outer roller diameter 307 and an annular groove 305 in the developer roller 304, the groove 305 having an outer groove diameter 311 that is smaller than the outer roller diameter 307. A flexible seal 302 has an inner seal diameter 309 adapted to engage the annular groove 305 and an outer seal diameter 310. The inner seal diameter 309 interfaces with the outer groove diameter 311 and the outer seal diameter 310 is greater than the outer roller diameter 307.
Patent GB-2400723-A (GB)
Title: Solid oxide fuel cell for a novel substrate and a method for fabricating the same
Inventor: SELCUK AHMET
IPC: H01M8/12
Filed: 2003-04-15
Abstract: The present invention provides an intermediate-temperature solid oxide fuel cell, comprising a ferritic stainless steel substrate including a coarsely porous support 3 and a non-porous frame housing 4 the coarsely porous support, a first electrode layer 5 located in the non-porous frame and supported internally by the coarsely porous support of the substrate, an electrolyte layer 6 located over the first electrode layer, and a second electrode layer 7 located over the electrolyte layer. The coarsely porous support is manufactured from expanded foil or woven mesh of ferritic stainless steel and, being bonded to the non-porous stainless steel frame, provides structural support for the fuel cells, collect electricity generated in the cells and allow the gas flow into the porous electrodes. The invention also provides a method of integrating the first electrode and the coarsely porous support into a composite support structure and a fabrication route which allows the sintering of the electrolyte into a dense impermeable layer over such supports at 1000{C or below.
Patent GB-2404376-A (GB)
Title: Device for dispensing and mixing multiple liquids
Inventor: VAN DIEPEN JACQUES
IPC: B65D81/32
Filed: 2003-07-29
Abstract: A bottle for dispensing two liquids, the bottle comprising two reservoirs, one for each liquid, a nozzle through which the liquids are dispensed from the bottle, a passageway 1,2 from each reservoir leading out of the nozzle, and a deflector plate 10 between the two passageways and projecting from the end of a nozzle in a direction substantially parallel to the direction of flow from the nozzles thereby causing the liquid leaving one passageway to be deflected towards the liquid leaving the other passageway so that the two liquids first mix once they have passed the deflector plate.
Patent GB-2405263-A (GB)
Title: Investigative system using terahertz radiation
Inventor: COLE BRYAN EDWARD
IPC: G02B6/42
Filed: 2003-08-22
Abstract: An investigative system uses terahertz (THz) radiation which is focussed though lenses. Ellipsoidal and other geometry lenses may be used. The radiation may be transmitted to and reflected back from the target 63 through the primary focussing lens 53. Additional lenses 73, 75 may be used to direct the radiation onto the primary focussing lens and collect the reflected radiation. The primary focussing lens may be made in parts to allow the movement of one part to cause the radiation to scan the target. Optical fibres 65, 79 and lenses 69, 81 may carry pump and probe beams to the emitter 71 and receiver 77.
Patent GB-2398521-A (GB)
Title: Catalyst composition and method for oxidizing mixtures
Inventor: HASKEW JAMES W
IPC: B01J31/00
Filed: 2002-03-02
Abstract: A catalyst composition and method for oxidizing fuels is disclosed. The catalyst composition comprises at least one compound having one of a group (III), group (IIA) or Lanthanide element such as, for example, Aluminum, Magnesium or Cesium, and at least one compound having at least one element selected from group (IA), group (IVA), group (VI), group (VII), group (VIII), group (IB), group (IIB), and combinations thereof, such as, for example platinum, rhodium and rhenium and rhenium. A method for oxidizing an fuel, the method comprising providing a fuel and a catalyst mixture; transporting the fuel and the catalyst to the flame zone separately; mixing the fuel and the catalyst; and oxidizing the fuel. The method and catalyst mixture may be used for oxidation of any hydrocarbon based fuel. Improved results from the use of the group (III), group (IIA) or Lanthanide group element include increased power, reduced harmful emissions, and smoother oxidation process.
Patent GB-2395932-A (GB)
Title: Sailing boat with a closed loop mast
Inventor: TOSTEVIN RICHARD EDMUND
IPC: B63B15/00
Filed: 2003-09-02
Abstract: A mast 1 is in the form of an egg-shaped closed loop that extends abeam of a hull 7. A boom 2 is supported on the mast 1 and extends upwardly from a lower, fore position on the bowsprit 4 to a higher, aft position above the stern (12, Fig 1). A lateen sail 3 of triangular form has its longer side attached to the boom 2 with its shorter sides depending from the boom 2. The free corner of the sail 3 may be tethered by ropes or sheets (14, Fig 1) to points on the sides of the hull 7 or deck such that it is positioned substantially above the centre line of the hull 7. The sail 3 can be fully deployed within the closed loop shape of the mast 1 without fouling the mast 1. This allows the sail 3 full and unrestricted deployment, results in exceptionally good sailing and provides swift and easy tacking.