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Patent GB-2350513-A (GB)
Title: Readout circuit for an amplification-type solid-state imaging device utilising a plurality of horizontal lines
Inventor: WATANABE TAKASHI
IPC: H04N5/378
Filed: 2000-01-24
Abstract: A amplification-type solid-state imaging device comprises a matrix array of photoelectric pixel elements (131, figure 3), each of which is capable of producing a pixel signal. A reference signal is associated with each pixel signal. The pixel elements are grouped together in vertical signal lines which supply the pixel signals and reference signals to a plurality of n horizontal signal lines (eg V<SB>sr1</SB>, V<SB>sr2</SB>). A selection switching section (167, SW<SB>a</SB>, SW<SB>b</SB>) is provided after signal amplification elements (166) to sequentially switch the output from the horizontal signal lines. This switching process transfers the signals from the n horizontal signal lines onto a single common output line. A correlated double-sampling (CDS) circuit (168) is included after the switching section to calculate a differential signal (V<SB>SH</SB>) between the pixel signal and the reference signal. This differential signal is transmitted as the device output via the single common output line (170). The use of a plurality of horizontal lines and the sequential switching of outputs onto a single common output line enables the horizontal read-out speed and load capacitance of each horizontal signal line to be reduced by a factor of 1/n. This allows further read-out speed increases without risking impaired device driving. Furthermore, the use of reference signals from the individual pixels helps eliminate fixed pattern noise (FPN - due to inconsistent pixel element characteristics) which occurs when using a common reference signal.
Patent GB-2359524-A (GB)
Title: Motor vehicle assembly
Inventor: GRINNELL PETER
IPC: B62D43/02
Filed: 2000-02-26
Abstract: For motor vehicles having a spare wheel mounted on a rear door of the vehicle such that a rear face of the spare wheel extends rearwardly beyond a rear bumper, it is a problem that impacts to the rear of the vehicle are first absorbed by the spare wheel and not the rear bumper assembly. A motor vehicle assembly is described in which a framework assembly 12 is mounted at the rear of the vehicle. The framework assembly 12 extends about the spare wheel 10 and includes a portion 14,24,34 extending below a lower edge 8 of the door 6 and directed toward the bumper assembly 2. This assembly has as an advantage that obstructions to the rear of the vehicle will be impacted by the framework assembly 12, which is adapted to direct the impact energy into the bumper assembly 2.
Patent GB-2360670-A (GB)
Title: Power management system where a power controller is coupled to each component in an apparatus and able to switch to high or low power state
Inventor: OSBORN PAUL ANTHONY
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2000-03-22
Abstract: A power management system for electrical and electronic apparatus has a number of components which may be switched to a low power state. A power controller 20 is coupled to each component in the apparatus and a plurality of power modules 22, 24, 26 are each associated with a component. Each power module is coupled to the power controller for each component its associated component makes use of. It sends signals to that power controller indicating whether or not its associated component wishes to make use of the component coupled to that power controller. The power controller switches its component to a low or high power state in dependance on the received signals.
Patent GB-2367141-A (GB)
Title: Projecting mobile telephone
Inventor: BRAY FREDERICK FRANCIS VINING
IPC: H04M1/02
Filed: 2000-06-03
Abstract: A projecting mobile 'phone can project the contents of the 'phone screen onto a bigger area of variable size, which may be read by more than one person at a time and lessen the need for reading glasses.
Patent GB-2350173-A (GB)
Title: Stun grenade
Inventor: LIND GORAN
IPC: A01M29/16
Filed: 1999-02-12
Abstract: A stun grenade, e.g. in the form of a hand grenade or a fireable grenade, to be thrown or fired to a desired position for controlling a crowd or individuals carries stunning sound producing means, which comprises an electric sound generator for generating an enduring distinctive sound that is unendurable for a human being, a source of current for powering the electric sound generator, and an electronic equipment for activating the sound generator by connecting the source of current to the sound generator during a predetermined time period.
Patent GB-2355770-A (GB)
Title: Cylindrical roller bearing
Inventor: OHURA YUKIO
IPC: F16C19/36
Filed: 2000-09-11
Abstract: The gyro moment "S" of the cylindrical roller 6 is taken to be equal to or larger than the sum of the moment "U" which occurs due to dynamic unbalance of the cylindrical rollers, and the moment "C" which occurs due to fluctuation on the skew angle of the cylindrical rollers, that is, S   /   U + C. At the same time, when the cylindrical rollers are skewed, so that the end faces of the cylindrical rollers come in rubbing contact with the inner surfaces of the rims, the product Q   Ò   V of the force "Q" which is applied in the direction of pressure between the end faces of the cylindrical rollers 6 and the inner surfaces of the rims 8 at the points of sliding contact due to the moments "S", "U" and "C", and the sliding velocity "V" at the point of sliding contact is 60 kgf   Ò   m/s or less.
Patent GB-2354574-A (GB)
Title: A fragmenting warhead
Inventor: NICHOLSON JOHN STUART
IPC: F42B12/22
Filed: 2000-09-26
Abstract: A fragmenting warhead comprises a fragmenting case having a plurality of segments 2 which are linked in a hinged structure, Line-cutting charges 6 are provided for selectively separating at least some of the segments and at least one gas generator 8 explosively drives the segments so that they mutually splay or rotate into a configuration wherein at least some of the segments face in the same general selected direction of release of the fragments.
Patent GB-2355492-A (GB)
Title: Direct injection variable valve timing engine control system and method
Inventor: RUSSELL JOHN DAVID
IPC: F01L13/00
Filed: 2000-10-05
Abstract: A method for controlling mode transitions, such as from stratified to homogeneous mode, in a direct injection engine adjusts an intake manifold outlet control device, such as a cam timing, to rapidly control cylinder fresh charge despite manifold dynamics. In addition, a co-ordinated change between an intake manifold inlet control device; for example a throttle, and the outlet control device is used to achieve the rapid cylinder fresh charge control. In this way, engine torque disturbances during the mode transition are eliminated, even when cylinder air/fuel ratio is changed from one cylinder event to the next.
Patent GB-2363574-A (GB)
Title: Massage/manipulation ball
Inventor: REBANKS CHRISTOPHER HUGH
IPC: A61H15/00
Filed: 2000-10-09
Abstract: A massage/manipulation ball that is made of rubber and is inflatable to the desired pressure of an individual so that the body of the user and the ball moulded together. One half of the ball has a stippled effect so that movement across or over the ball would have a massage effect. The other half of the ball has a ribbed effect that would serve to manipulate the anatomy as the body was moved across or over it.
Patent GB-2368857-A (GB)
Title: Sound absorbent matting fixed to an outer surface of a roof
Inventor: REEKS MICHAEL CHARLES
IPC: E04D13/00
Filed: 2000-10-11
Abstract: A transparent or translucent matting material is fixed to an outer surface of a roof in order to provide sound proofing by absorbing rain and hail before it contacts the roof. The matting may be made from a mesh of clear or tinted plastic filaments.
Patent GB-2356397-A (GB)
Title: Pneumatically operated mechanism for an I.S. glass moulding machine
Inventor: FENTON FRANK ALAN
IPC: C03B9/16
Filed: 2000-05-08
Abstract: A mechanism for an I.S. machine includes a pneumatically operated cylinder 18 and a pneumatic supply manifold 24 connected to the pneumatically operated cylinder via an electrically controlled proportional valve 22 which will set a pressure which is a function of the electrical input. A control means is provided for operating the cylinder 18 including means 30, 36 for supplying an electrical input to the proportional valve 22 having a first value for a first period of time so that a first pressure is applied to the cylinder 18 for a first predetermined period of time, and for supplying an input of a second value for a second period of time so that a second pressure is applied to the cylinder 18 for a seconds predetermined period of time. The mechanism may be for displacing a baffle from its retracted to its advanced state in contact with a mould. The baffle may include a body (50, fig 3) having a cup shaped portion (52) at the bottom and a piston having a cylindrical head (66) both adapted to sealingly engage a blank mould. Further the baffle may have a slidable tubular rod (62) secured to a collar (74) which is displaced by the pneumatically operated cylinder 18.
Patent GB-2371860-A (GB)
Title: Testing gas detectors
Inventor: STONES JOHN MICHAEL
IPC: G01N33/00
Filed: 2001-01-09
Abstract: Gas detectors e.g. CO type, are tested with a device comprising a resilient, deformable sealing portion 20 with a sealing lip 14 typically having a skirt 12, where in use the lip is pressed against a surface of the detector or the surface of a wall or ceiling on which the detector is mounted. The lip when positioned on or over the detector defines a gas tight volume to which testing gas is supplied. The device may have a window 32 to observe the detector during testing.
Patent GB-2371637-A (GB)
Title: A selectable link function for linking documents/applications
Inventor: KERR DAVID
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-01-10
Abstract: A method of defining a link between first and second applications windows on a processing system. The processing system has a database and at least one remote end station coupled to the database via a communications system. The method comprises operating the end station so as to: a. access a first applications window; b. cause the processing system to enter a link defining mode and access a second applications window, thereby causing the processing system to define a link between the first and second applications windows; and, c. generate link data defining the link, the link data being stored on the database.
Patent GB-2372235-A (GB)
Title: Mine neutralisation device
Inventor: LOWERY BRETT ROBERT
IPC: F41H11/16
Filed: 2001-02-16
Abstract: A mine neutralisation device comprises at least one penetrating spike 3 supported on a base plate 1 and propelling means 7 capable in use of propelling the base plate and spike towards a land mine (23, Fig 2) with sufficient velocity to enable the spike to penetrate the land mine. The propelling means may be an explosive while the spike may be barbed. Retrieval means (15 and 19, Fig 4) capable of retrieving the base plate and the at least one spike after the device has been used may also be provided. In a second embodiment the device comprises an explosively tipped projectile (33, Fig 8) which in use is propelled into the ground below a land mine to be retrieved wherein on detonation of the explosive the mine is excavated from the ground (Fig 9).
Patent GB-2358448-A (GB)
Title: Swivel
Inventor: BEKKEVOLD KNUT
IPC: F16L27/08
Filed: 1999-10-14
Abstract: A swivel with a first and a second main part (7 and 20) which are arranged for relative rotation about a longitudinal axis and to be influenced by axial forces, which are exerted against the main parts (7, 20), attempting to pull them away from each other. Between contact faces (32, 37) of the main parts (7, 20) there is mounted a rolling bearing (23). The contact face (37) of the first main part (2, 7) is a surface of a nut (34) which can be moved axially and then secured on this main part (2, 7). Between the nut's contact face (37) and a shoulder (36) of the first main part (7) facing the contact face, there is provided a pressure casing (35), which can be elastically compressed during a movement of the nut (34) towards the shoulder (36). The spring characteristic of the pressure casing (35) corresponds to the spring characteristic of the portion (81) of the first main part (2, 7) which is located between the shoulder (36) and the nut (34).
Patent GB-2378091-A (GB)
Title: Network optimization using local processing of operating parameters
Inventor: STEPHENS PAUL
IPC: H04W24/02
Filed: 2001-07-24
Abstract: A system is provided for optimisation processing in a cellular communications network having a central element (30) and a number of distributed network elements (40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50). Each network element (40-50) is coupled to the central element, and each is arranged to obtain optimisation data in the form of operating parameters and has means (120) for pre-processing the optimisation data. The central element (30) then receives and processes this pre-processed optimisation data to produce optimisation code for optimising the performance of the network. In this way less data needs to be backhauled to the central element (30), and less processing is required at the central element (30), thereby improving the scalability of the network.
Patent GB-2380368-A (GB)
Title: A method and systen for anonymous communication via a computer network
Inventor: NOBLE GARY PAUL
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2001-09-27
Abstract: A method and apparatus for communication via a computer network (102) including registering a plurality of users (206, 222, 224) with a trusted body (110, 210). The trusted body (110, 210) verifies the identity of each user (206, 222, 224) and generates a random identifier (216) for each user (206, 222, 224). A plurality of users (206, 222, 224) can enter into a dialogue with the other users by means of messages sent over the computer network (102) via the trusted body (110, 210). A user (206, 222, 224) remains anonymous through use of its random identifier (216) until such time as the user (206, 222, 224) reveals its true identity. Due to the registration of the users (206, 222, 224) with the trusted body (110, 210) a means of non-repudiation of the dialogue by the users (206, 222, 224) is provided.
Patent GB-2366682-A (GB)
Title: Acoustic device
Inventor: PANZER JOERG
IPC: H04R7/04
Filed: 2000-06-20
Abstract: An acoustic device in the form of a loudspeaker system is described. The loudspeaker system has a plurality of distributed mode loudspeakers (1) each having a resonant bending wave panel (3) extending laterally of a principal axis (13) to define slots (11) therebetween. Exciters (5) are mounted on the panels (3).
Patent GB-2388640-A (GB)
Title: Protective ducting
Inventor: TYRER ANDREW CHARLES RATCLIFFE
IPC: F16L1/12
Filed: 2002-05-15
Abstract: There is described ducting comprising a plurality of interconnectible elongate ducting components which when assembled define an elongate, longitudinally extending internal channel for receiving a pipe, cable or like elongate member, each ducting component having a shaped inner face with a longitudinal recess such that the components can be assembled with confronting inner faces, their respective longitudinal recesses being thereby aligned to form the channel, the ducting further comprising tension bands for securing assembled pairs of components to one another, wherein each ducting component is provided with a transversely extending internal cavity for receiving a tension band, the cavity having two open ends so that the band can pass through the internal cavity of one ducting component and through a corresponding internal cavity of an adjacent ducting component in order to secure one to the other, at least part of the band being thereby contained and protected within the cavities.
Patent GB-2391270-A (GB)
Title: Vibration-damped turbomachine blade and method of manufacture
Inventor: RONGONG JEM
IPC: F04D29/38
Filed: 2002-07-26
Abstract: A metal (eg. titanium/titanium alloy) blade (such as a compressor or fan blade) defines a hollow interior 54, at least partly filled with a vibration damping and stiffening system involving varying material properties (such as elasticity, stiffness and density). The system may comprise a vibration damping layer 62 (eg. comprising a polymer blend) surrounding a rigid core 64 (eg. comprising a syntactic material). A plurality of damping layers may be provided. Details are disclosed of various preferred materials and their respective moduli of elasticity, as well as the preferred thicknesses of the layers involved. A method of manufacturing the blade involves the steps of forming two metal workpieces, applying stop off material to a preselected area, arranging the workpieces in a stack, heating and applying pressure to form a diffusion bond, heating and internally pressurising to form an aerofoil shape, cleaning the internal surface, bonding a vibration damping and stiffening system to the internal surface, and sealing the blade.
Patent GB-2389335-A (GB)
Title: Hypoallergenic, skin applicable, printable material
Inventor: BRENNAN PAUL
IPC: A61B19/00
Filed: 2002-07-29
Abstract: The title material comprises a flexible laminate of, in order, a first hypoallergenic adhesive layer, a support layer for the adhesive, a second layer of adhesive and a layer of printable material. The printable layer may be liquid impervious and the support layer liquid absorbant. The laminate may be provided with a release layer and is manufactured by combining a first hypoallergenic adhesive tape and a second printable adhesive tape in the nip between two rollers. The laminate may be used in patient identification, for attaching medical information bearing labels to patient or for temporary security applications, eg. regulating crowd access to avenue.
Patent GB-2384578-A (GB)
Title: Moveable barrier operator
Inventor: FITZGIBBON JAMES J
IPC: E05F15/14
Filed: 1999-09-27
Abstract: A movable barrier operator (10) having improved safety and energy efficiency features automatically detects line voltage frequency and uses that information to set a worklight shut-off time. The operator automatically detects the type of door (single panel (24) or segmented) and uses that information to set a maximum speed of door travel. The operator (10) moves the door with a linearly variable speed from start of travel to stop for smooth and quiet performance. The operator (10) provides for full door closure by driving the door into the floor when the DOWN limit is reached and no auto-reverse condition has been detected. The operator (10) provides for user selection of a minimum stop speed for easy starting and stopping of sticky or binding door.
Patent GB-2397551-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to an air-bag
Inventor: KUPPURATHANAM SHYAM S V
IPC: B60R21/26
Filed: 2003-05-20
Abstract: A method of sealing an air-bag (1) is disclosed, the air-bag having a gas flow duct (4) and a plurality of inflatable cells (5), with each cell (5) having a mouth (6) fluidly connecting the cells (5) to the gas flow duct (4). The method involves inserting a sleeve or "parison" of deformable sealant material (8) into the gas flow duct (4), and then blowing a propellant gas into the sleeve (8) so that the sleeve (8) inflates to form a bubble (12) of sealant material in the region of at least one mouth (6) of a cell (5). The propellant gas is blown into the sleeve (8) until at least the or each said bubble (12) bursts, so as to form a sealant layer on the interior of the air-bag (1) in the region of the respective mouth (6).
Patent GB-2404575-A (GB)
Title: A toolbox which is worn on the back
Inventor: REID CLIVE
IPC: A45F3/08
Filed: 2003-07-04
Abstract: A toolbox which is worn on the back like a rucksack or backpack comprises a toolbox and an L-shaped padded frame with padded shoulder straps. The frame may further comprise chest and waist straps. Preferably the toolbox is fabricated from plastic and aluminium and the frame from aluminium. The toolbox may be released from the frame by releasing bolts at the base of the frame.
Patent GB-2391882-A (GB)
Title: Downhole tubing expander having an expandable portion
Inventor: JOHNSON CRAIG D
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2003-07-29
Abstract: A tubing expander has an expandable portion to apply a radially outward force to expand downhole tubing. The portion may comprise: conventional pistons (40, figure 1); pistons with expansion plates (54, figure 2); pistons having tapered sides 64 that are forced radially outwards by axial movement of a rabbit 58; one or more inflatable members (figures 9 and 10); a body of fixed volume that can be expanded radially by axial compression (figures 11 and 12); an axially compressed spring that expands radially when the compression is relieved (figure 13); expandable discs restrained by a sleeve (figure 15); rollers on extendable arms (figure 19); pairs of tapered blocks that expand radially when axially compressed (figure 27); and hinged arms that unfold radially and carry an expanding plate (figure 28). Also disclosed are expanders comprising: a fixed mandrel having a stepped profile (figure 29); a rotatable member disposed about a central rotatable member (figure 26); elliptical bodies mounted on drive axes (figure 25); elliptical bodies mounted on a single central axis (figure 23); rotating fan shaped elements that form a tapered body; and a fixed, tapered swage having rollers on the sides to reduce friction.
Patent GB-2393856-A (GB)
Title: Diversity and isolation techniques for dielectric antennas
Inventor: KINGSLEY SIMON PHILIP
IPC: H01Q1/52
Filed: 2003-08-15
Abstract: Various arrangements of dielectric antennas are disclosed. They may be mounted orthogonally, mounted such that the radiation patterns are orthogonal or mounted such that the polarisation directions are orthogonal. They may be spaced as far apart as possible, have separate ground planes or have a conductive barrier in the substrate. There may be an anti-phase feed of the signal from one antenna into another.
Patent GB-2394945-A (GB)
Title: Sleeve for an optical disc case
Inventor: FERGUSON RONALD ANDREW
IPC: G11B33/04
Filed: 2003-10-14
Abstract: A sleeve (22) for an optical (22) for an optical disc case such as a CD or DVD case includes at least one deformable engagement protrusion (28) extending inwardly from a wall (30) of the sleeve (22) for location of an optical disc case in the sleeve (22). The protrusion (28) is deformed by the optical disc case to exert an engagement force thereon and a range of sizes of case may be retained. The sleeve (22) may be folded from a strip of thermoplastic or paper-based material and may accommodate a plurality of cases.
Patent GB-2396934-A (GB)
Title: Personalised profile update
Inventor: THINT MARCUS
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-12-22
Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided to infer, from monitored user activity, appropriate updates to a respective user profile. The method and apparatus are suitable for use with applications programs that customise services based upon data and attributes stored in a user profile. The apparatus is arranged to personalise various aspects of a preferred profile updating process on the basis of stored user preferences, applying meta-rules to apply those user preferences to the definition of a set of personalised rule weights to be applied in a fuzzy inference process that infers profile updates by applying fuzzy rules and fuzzy sets to the analysis of event statistics derived from the results of user monitoring. The personalised rule weights are applied to selectively adjust the effect of particular fuzzy rules. In addition, mapping of event statistics to fuzzy rule premises in the fuzzy inference process may be personalised through the use of user-defined fuzzy sets.