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Patent GB-2370302-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for producing oil and gas
Inventor: HEGGHOLMEN JON K RE
IPC: E21B43/38
Filed: 2000-06-15
Abstract: The main problem area this invention is solving, is concerning reservoirs containing gas with to low well-head pressure. It is therefore desirable to increase the well-head pressure by applying downhole pumps, however this is not possible if gas is present. The core idea in this present invention, is to place a pump (5) in a "bath" of oil (14), in which oil "bath" (14) makes a gas seal (11), assuring the pump only to be imposed to oil without gas. Oil and gas from the reservoir (1) flows trough perforations (2), into a ring-space (3). This creates a significantly pressure drop of the mixture, in which creates turbulence so the gas content will separate from the oil. The pressure drop is regulated by the gas pressure valve (4). Gravitation forces the oil downwards, thus generating the important oil "bath". A main issue here, enabling pump to always be underneath the gas seal (11), is a regulation system that controls the height of gas seal (11), which means a direct surveillance of this height is necessary. This surveillance is preferably done by a height measurer (9). Other features of the present invention is, by inserting an additional tubing (16) with inlet valves (17), making down hole separation take place at very low pressure so no gas appears later in the oil transportation due to pressure variations. The additional tubing (16) is making existing tubings with existing perforations applicable for this invention, by increasing the height of the gas seal (11) above the existing perforations (2), thus enabling the pump to be placed in a oil "bath".
Patent GB-2370031-A (GB)
Title: Motorised climbing carriage
Inventor: SPITTLE JEFFREY ROY
IPC: A63B27/00
Filed: 2000-07-28
Abstract: A method and apparatus for deploying assemblies, e.g. of surveillance equipment, wherein a remotely-operated carriage (2) is used to position each assembly (4), in turn, on a respective upright pole (6). Assemblies may thus be deployed more cost effectively than by existing methods and apparatus which require a separate motorised carriage to be provided at each site.
Patent GB-2385628-A (GB)
Title: A clip for a puschair
Inventor: BONEY PETER R
IPC: F16B2/12
Filed: 2002-02-20
Abstract: A clip for a pushchair, having base member (12) and carriage (14) slidable across the base member. The clip has gripping arms (18, 38) each having one or more gripping surfaces movable toward or away from one another such that a frame for a pushchair or the like can be held between the gripping arms.
Patent GB-2386585-A (GB)
Title: Storage of embossing dies
Inventor: HAINING WILLIAM
IPC: B31F1/07
Filed: 2002-03-21
Abstract: Dies 12 which have been mounted in predetermined positions on a support plate 10, retaining their correct relative position, have a rigid storage board 100 placed over them, the storage board 100 being aligned with the support plate. The dies are then secured to the storage board 100 while they remain attached to the support plate 10, and then subsequently released from the support plate 10.
Patent GB-2374272-A (GB)
Title: Motorcycle helmet or other apparel with signalling means
Inventor: CROMARTY JOHN
IPC: B60Q1/50
Filed: 2002-04-03
Abstract: Apparel for a rider of a vehicle which apparel has indicating means for illuminating, in a first mode, when the vehicle brakes are actuated and for displaying visual information, in a second mode, when the vehicle brakes are not actuated. The apparel may be a motorcycle helmet with an array 32 of LEDs which are energised when the brakes are applied through either a detachable cable or an electromagnetic radiation link. The array may display directional indicators or other information in the second mode. The array may be actuated by a distance sensor to display a warning to a following vehicle when it is too close.
Patent GB-2388535-A (GB)
Title: A mounting system for a shower tray which allows sliding movement relative to the floor
Inventor: MCLELLAN CAMERON ALEXANDER
IPC: A47K3/40
Filed: 2002-04-18
Abstract: A system for mounting a shower tray 2 in an alcove 4 where access to the rear of the tray is restricted. The tray is secured to the bathroom floor 3 by supporting elements 1 which allow the tray to slide relative to the floor. The supporting elements 1 are C-shaped aluminium extrusions fixed to the floor by both passing through holes 16. The upper surface 14 of the supporting elements includes two elongate longitudinally spaced slots 17. The tray is fixed to the supporting elements by fixing bolts 12 which pass through slots 17 and are free to slide therein. The tray is pushed into position in the alcove and the front of each supporting element is secured to the floor and the tray is then slid forward in order to secure the rear of the supporting elements. Finally, the tray is repositioned in the alcove and locked in place by tightenening the fixing bolts 12.
Patent GB-2387980-A (GB)
Title: Attenuation of electromagnetic interference radiation from pulsed square wave signals
Inventor: BOWDLER NICHOLAS CRAIG
IPC: G06F1/04
Filed: 2002-04-25
Abstract: A method of attenuating electromagnetic interference radiation from electronic devices having a pulsed square wave signal, which comprises the steps of modifying the duty factor of the pulsed signal so as to vary the energy output of harmonic frequencies of that pulsed signal whilst maintaining the frequency of the pulse constant. The method further comprises the step of identifying a specific harmonic creating specific radiation problems and determining an appropriate duty factor modulation to specifically attenuate the identified harmonic. The method further comprises feedback control of the duty factor modulation based on measured output harmonic content.
Patent GB-2372804-A (GB)
Title: Conservatory roof ventilation
Inventor: RICHARDSON CHRISTOPHER
IPC: F24F7/02
Filed: 1998-11-27
Abstract: A roof ventilation system, especially for a conservatory roof comprises a cowl 22 attachable to a ridge component of the roof and an electrically operated rotor 24 within the cowl. An apertured cover 380 conceals the ventilation system and serves as undercladding for the ridge component.
Patent GB-2385591-A (GB)
Title: Method of purifying nucleic acids using an aromatic thioether matrix
Inventor: LEMMENS RAF
IPC: C12N15/09
Filed: 2002-05-09
Abstract: The present invention is a method of separating nucleic acid molecules from contaminants, such as proteins, in a solution, which method comprises the following steps <SL> <LI>(a) providing an aqueous adsorption solution, which comprises nucleic acids and a salt that forms lyotropic ions when dissolved; <LI>(b) passing said solution over a matrix to adsorb the desired nucleic acids onto the matrix, which comprises an aromatic ring moiety and at least one thioether moiety; <LI>(c) optionally washing the matrix; <LI>(d) passing an aqueous eluent over said matrix to desorb the nucleic acid molecules therefrom, which eluent comprises a gradient of increasing ionic strength originating from an increasing concentration of salt that forms less lyotropic ions when dissolved than the ones present during adsorption; and <LI>(e) isolating the fraction comprising the desired nucleic acid molecules. </SL>
Patent GB-2376015-A (GB)
Title: Drawing glass tubing
Inventor: DICK ERHARD
IPC: C03B17/04
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: A drawing channel (1) surrounds a drawing bulb and a length of glass tube (3) being drawn therefrom, and has a downstream end at which a curtain (4) of hot gas issues from a linear slot-type orifice (2). The hot gas flows around the tube (3). A slotted screen (5) positioned at the end of the drawing channel (1) serves to restrict the flow of air into the drawing channel (1).
Patent GB-2375155-A (GB)
Title: Method for operating a clutch
Inventor: BERGER REINHARD
IPC: B60W50/02
Filed: 1998-11-24
Abstract: A method for operating a clutch 44 driven by means of a drive 18 in the drive train of a motor vehicle. The clutch is actuated by means of an actuator which is regulated so that a component part moved by the actuator reaches a predetermined ideal position. The position of the moved component part is continuously detected and is compared with an ideal value and when a deviation between the ideal value and measured value is maintained longer than a predetermined time period, the measured value is fixed as the new ideal value.
Patent GB-2393478-A (GB)
Title: Outbuilding locking device
Inventor: CRIBBS ROBERT JOHN
IPC: E05C19/00
Filed: 2002-09-28
Abstract: A mechanical locking device, which includes a male assembly "4" and female assembly "3" secured to each other by locking fastener "5", is mounted onto the door frame structure using pivot assembly "1" and mounting plates "2","2A". Width adjustment can be made prior to locking assemblies "3" and "4" with fastener "5". The locking device provides an additional deterrent without deviating away from "conventional" current practices of securing outbuildings - by utilising the use of quick, simple locking devices such as padlocks. To access the building,the locking device is unlocked and removed from the access area by pivoting in a downwards direction - device remains captive to the building.
Patent GB-2394233-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for fixing panels to a structure
Inventor: LOVELL MARK
IPC: E04F13/08
Filed: 2002-10-18
Abstract: Apparatus for fixing panels 2 to structure comprises a support element such as a mullion 4, which is fixed to the structure (not shown) and is provided with a plurality of first fixing formations 24 at predetermined positions along its length, a plurality of panels 2 which have a second fixing formation 30, and a plurality of fixing elements 6 which connect the first fixing formations to the second fixing formations. The first and second fixing formation may be recesses in the support elements and panels respectively, and the fixing element may be a plate. The panels may be cladding panels. The fixing element may be secured to the support element using screws 18, 20 or bolts. With this arrangement the panels are connected to the support element at predetermined positions and spacing relative to the structure and the weight of each panel is carried by the fixing element rather than the panel below.
Patent GB-2381038-A (GB)
Title: Combined pond hook and scraper
Inventor: BOOTH GRAHAM MERVYN
IPC: B25F1/00
Filed: 2002-11-15
Abstract: A plastics device intended to service a pond comprises a head portion 4 screw-threaded onto a handle portion 1. The head portion 4 includes both a hook eg for lifting a pump out of the pond and a scraper for the removal of pond weed. The handle portion 1 is formed from two parts screw-threadedly connected at 3 and the head portion can attach at 3 if the full length is not required. The hook has blunt tips to avoid injury to fish.
Patent GB-2387438-A (GB)
Title: Method for measuring lanthanide content dissolved in uranium oxide
Inventor: JUNG YOUN-HO
IPC: G01N5/02
Filed: 2002-11-26
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for measuring the content of Lanthanides dissolved in uranium oxide, wherein the Lanthanides content in the nuclear fuel pellet is measured using the thermo gravimetric analysis which measures the weight variation caused by the oxidation and heat treatment of the nuclear fuel pellet. This method provides an advantage in that the Lanthanide content can be measured using relatively simple equipments such as an electric furnace and a balance.
Patent GB-2384136-A (GB)
Title: Customised ports in a crossbar and method for transmitting data between customised ports and system agents
Inventor: DELANO ERIC R
IPC: H04L12/931
Filed: 2002-12-30
Abstract: A crossbar (50) and method (180) for providing connections between a plurality of ports and a plurality of system agents via a processing system, which includes a plurality of ports (52, 54, 56, 58), each port being capable of being an input port (60, 68, 76, 84) customized for receiving data from a source agent and an output port (62, 70, 78, 86) customized for transferring data to a destination agent, and crossbar control data (66, 74, 82, 90) for specifying crossbar control information for transferring data from an input port to an output port having different port configurations.
Patent GB-2398159-A (GB)
Title: Electronic payment authorisation using a mobile communications device
Inventor: WILLIAMS DAVID GLYN
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2003-01-16
Abstract: A system for authorising payment for retail transactions by credit cards or the like comprises at least one merchant terminal (1), such as a point of sale terminal or a "cardholder not present" terminal, linked to a card issuer's transaction processing unit (2). An authorisation module (3) linked to the processing unit (2) compares data for a transaction with preset criteria, such as a transaction threshold value or a location of use of the card. Authorisation of the transaction may be suspended as a result of this comparison. A message generation module (4) then produces a notification of the transaction which is sent via a transmitter (5) to a preselected mobile telephone (6), PDA or the like. The mobile telephone (6), etc, is used to send confirmation of the transaction back to the authorisation module (3), which then allows the transaction to be completed. In the absence of such confirmation, the transaction is cancelled.
Patent GB-2380053-A (GB)
Title: Downstream finned stripper shroud airstream conditioning apparatus for a disc drive
Inventor: TADEPALLI SRINIVAS
IPC: G11B33/08
Filed: 2003-01-16
Abstract: An airstream conditioning apparatus (138) for a data storage device (100) employing a spinning data storage disc (108) and an actuator (112) operatively interfacing in a data reading and writing relationship. The apparatus (138) comprises an airstream stripper (140) downstream of the actuator (112) with respect to the direction of air currents generated by the spinning discs (108) The airstream stripper (140) comprises a vane (142) extending substantially radially from an outer radial portion to an inner radial portion of the data storage disc (108) and adjacent the data storage surface (122). The vane (142) is disposed substantially transverse to the actuator distal end (120) along the radial path of actuator (112) travel across the data disc (108).
Patent GB-2399295-A (GB)
Title: Golf tee having direction pointer
Inventor: CHENG MING-KUN
IPC: A63B57/00
Filed: 2003-03-11
Abstract: A golf tee 10 comprises a shank having a tip end 20 and a ball supporting portion 30, with a direction pointer 40 which extends perpendicularly from the shank. The shank may have a circumferential groove 11, with the direction pointer having a ring 41 which engages with the groove. The ring and groove may each be provided with mating teeth (12, 42, fig. 7). The shank may be provided with a flexible section 14, and/or a flange (50, fig. 9) which extends radially outwardly from the shank. Indicator marks 13 may also be provided on the shank. In use, the lower tip end is inserted into the ground, and the direction pointer is used to indicate the desired flight direction of the ball. The flexible section is provided to prevent breakage under contact with a golf club, and the radially extending flange limits the depth to which the tip end of the shank can be inserted into the ground.
Patent GB-2385349-A (GB)
Title: Bit for horizontal directional boring
Inventor: WENTWORTH STEVEN W
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2001-09-07
Abstract: A bit (20) for directional drilling includes a bit body (21) having a frontwardly facing sloped face (24) for steering the bit (20). The sloped face (24) defines a steering plane (P) that defines an acute included angle (X or Y) relative to a lengthwise axis of rotation R  of the bit (20). A connection (26) is provided at the rear of the bit body (21) of removably mounting the bit (20) to a drill string, and one or more internal passages (31 and 32) within the bit body (21) to carry a drilling fluid to a front end of the bit body (21). A first cutting tooth (22) is mounted on the bit body (21) and extends frontwardly from the bit body (21) at a first angle (X) that causes the first tooth (22) to cut along a first circular path as the bit (20) rotates. A second cutting tooth (23) is mounted on the bit body (21) and extends frontwardly from the bit body (21) at a second angle (Y) that causes the second tooth (23) to cut along a second circular path, which has a diameter greater than that of the first path, and wherein a cutting tip (37) at the front end of the second tooth (23) is rearwardly offset from a cutting tip (37) at the front end of the first tooth (22). The second tooth (23) widens the smaller hole started by the first tooth (22). The two teeth (22 and 23) may also be used to drill over a limited angle to steer the bit (20) in rock and the sloped face (24) can be used to push to steer when the bit (20) is in dirt.
Patent GB-2402301-A (GB)
Title: Increasing the standby time of a mobile
Inventor: PEACE GRAHAM
IPC: H04B1/16
Filed: 2003-05-20
Abstract: A mobile determines the accuracy of the internal clock synchronisation based on periodical monitors network signals including the network clock, and selects the rate of monitoring based on the result. If the accuracy is within a predefined timing limit the mobile enters a sleep period to save power. The network clock time may be determined by reading the paging cycle, which may include channel readings, serving and neighbouring cell measurements. The different network signals may be monitored at different rates, but at least one may be equal to the split paging value.
Patent GB-2403189-A (GB)
Title: Mobile vending units
Inventor: RICKWOOD EMMA
IPC: B60P3/025
Filed: 2003-06-23
Abstract: The present invention discloses various aspects of a mobile vending unit, eg. a van or trailer for selling snacks and refreshments. The van has a load space for storing and/or displaying products, said load space being accessible via door 18 in a side wall of the van and door 10 at the rear. The doors may hinge at their upper edges so as to serve as a canopy for a person standing there beneath, and a retractable canopy 24 may link the two doors around a corner of the van. Lights 28 may be located on the insides of the doors so as to illuminate the space beneath the open doors. A display and/or storage unit 58 may be deployed from the van, possibly swinging about a vertical axis. A counter unit 48 may also be moved from a stowed position inside the van to a position adjacent one of the wheels. An automated vending machine, such as a coffee machine 42, may be located within the van and be accessible through one of the open doors.
Patent GB-2403715-A (GB)
Title: A locking bottle top
Inventor: DEAN JOHN
IPC: B65D55/14
Filed: 2003-07-03
Abstract: A bottle top comprising two main sections, an inner (A) and an outer (B). The inner supports three clasps (D) which engage the depression around the top of a standard beer / soft-drinks bottle. The clasps are prevented from retracting into the body of the inner section by protrusions moulded into the outer section, unless the outer section is moved upwards relative to the inner, against spring pressure. This releases the device from the top of the bottle. The device is locked by rotation of the central section of the barrel-lock (G), using a key (E). This rotation moves tang (F) to a position in which it engages a slot cut in both sections preventing the movement of the inner section relative to the outer section.
Patent GB-2405175-A (GB)
Title: Sprung clip
Inventor: WILLIS KARL
IPC: F16B2/22
Filed: 2003-08-19
Abstract: A sprung clip for holding an article such as a broom handle, walking stick or the shaft of a tool, the clip being formed from plastics by injection moulding and comprising a body (10) having a base (11) and a tongue (23) by which the clip may be mounted, for example, on a backing plate (25). A pair of flexible arms (13) extend outwardly from the base (11) to define an open-mouthed enclosure (14) for an article (16) to be held by the clip. Compressible supporting members (17, 21) enable articles of a wide range of sizes and shapes to be received in and retained by the clip such that an article may be readily introduced into and removed from the clip.
Patent GB-2407285-A (GB)
Title: Grinding apparatus
Inventor: BUNKER KEITH VERNON
IPC: B24B31/112
Filed: 2003-10-22
Abstract: Grinding apparatus comprises at least two electromagnetic poles 2 connected to an alternating electrical power supply to enable a moving magnetic field to be generated in a zone adjacent the poles 2. The zone contains a volume of abrasive magnetic particles. Workpieces are conveyed through the abrasive particles by means of a belt 4. Preferably the electrical power supply is three-phase a.c. with its frequency and magnitude being variable, an example frequency being 2-100 Hz. For adjustment of the generated magnetic fields electric windings of the poles 2 may be connected in series or parallel. The poles 2 have laminated pole tips, with the laminations being aligned parallel to the conveyor belt 4 feed direction.
Patent GB-2397671-A (GB)
Title: Method for coding data
Inventor: DHAVALA SOMASEKHAR
IPC: G06T9/40
Filed: 2003-11-26
Abstract: A universal position coding method is provided for coding uncompressed data. Data symbols are assigned to a bin portion and a raw portion, and a data tree structure is utilized. A top down approach involves initializing a data tree based on the bit depth of the data; splitting a bin to form two separate bins based on a predetermined splitting condition; and repeating the splitting step until a terminating condition is achieved. A bottom up approach involves forming a data tree; merging two existing bins to form a new bin based on a merging condition; and repeating the merging step until a terminating condition is achieved.
Patent GB-2396669-A (GB)
Title: A variable displacement compressor having a control valve
Inventor: PITLA SRINIVAS
IPC: F04B27/18
Filed: 2003-12-05
Abstract: A variable displacement compressor 240 comprising a housing having a crankase chamber 252, a suction chamber 254 and a discharge chamber 256; a control valve 200; a swashplate 246; a driveshaft 244 and a plurality of pistons reciprocating in a plurality of cylinders. The plurality of pistons are connected to the swashplate which is connected to and driven by the driveshaft. The displacement of the pistons is varied by varying the angle of the swashplate relative to the drive shaft. The control valve is a three-way control valve having a valve body, a valve stem 202 and at least one spring 207, 209 opposing the motion of the valve stem. The valve also has three chambers 214, 216 and 218 for receiving a discharge pressure, a crankcase pressure and an auxiliary pressure. The control valve being operative to change the crankcase pressure which changes the swashplate angle and thus the displacement of the compressor. The compressor may also comprise an oil separator in a discharge line and a flow control device to route oil to the crankcase. A compressor having a four-way control valve is independently claimed.
Patent GB-2410500-A (GB)
Title: Seal for a pharmaceutical dispensing device
Inventor: OHBI DALIJIT S
IPC: C08L23/08
Filed: 2004-01-29
Abstract: A seal, for a valve for a pharmaceutical dispensing device, is formed from a thermoplastic alloy comprising (a) an elastomeric component, such as one or more of ethylene/alkene copolymers, polyisoprene, nitrile rubbers, butyl rubbers, EPDM, EPR; (b) a thermoplastic component, such as one or more of styrene-ethylene-butylene terpolymer, styrene-ethylene-butadiene terpolymer, styrene-propylene-styrene terpolymer, polyether block polyamide, polyether-polyester copolymer; (c) a sensitisor, such as one or more of trially cyanurate, ethylene glycol dimethacrylate, trimethylol propane triacrylate, high vinyl 1,2-polybutadiene. The seal may further comprise additional additives such as fillers, plasticizers, antioxidants, antiozonants, lubricants and pigments.