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Patent GB-2435394-A (GB)
Title: Oxygen scavenger
Inventor: TAT CAM NGUYEN
IPC: C09K15/06
Filed: 2006-02-23
Abstract: An oxygen scavenging composition comprises a hydrogen donor (e.g. polyvinylpyrrolidone or a dioxane), ascorbic acid or an oxygen-scavenging derivative thereof, a radical-generating photoinitiator, and optionally Vitamin E or a derivative thereof or a transition metal compound or complex, the composition including a polymer or oligomer.
Patent GB-2421793-A (GB)
Title: Self-tuning ultrasonic meter
Inventor: FREUND WILLIAM R
IPC: G01F1/72
Filed: 2004-09-08
Abstract: A method and related ultrasonic meter identify and correct for transit time errors such as peak switch errors. The method includes calculating values for a set of diagnostics from measurements of the fluid flow, including transit time measurements. Based on the values for the diagnostics, and whether and how they fall outside of their respective ranges, the meter can identify a variety of problems with the meter or fluid flow, such as whether there has been an intermittent peak switch, a permanent peak switch, or the presence of noise, velocity pulsation in the fluid flow, temperature stratification, or other problem. In the event there is a problem with the meter, the meter self-tunes in order to minimize the chances of the problem happening again.
Patent GB-2436170-A (GB)
Title: Cooling or heating device in a chip card reader
Inventor: LUK VITUS
IPC: G06K7/00
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: A card reader for a chip card, such as a card for a television set-top box, contains a component to conduct heat away from the microchip on the card. A card reader receives a smart card with an embedded chip 5. The reader communicates data with the smart card chip 5 via electrical contacts 3. To remove heat generated by the chip 5, a thermally conductive component 7 is provided to conduct heat away from the card. The heat conductor 7 may contact the card or may be contactless; it may also extend outside the card reader housing 6. Alternatively, the heat conductor 7 may be used to heat the card to an acceptable operating temperature if it is too cold.
Patent GB-2431498-A (GB)
Title: Traffic detector that is programmed using a short range wireless configuration device.
Inventor: HUTCHINSON PETER MICHAEL
IPC: G08G1/01
Filed: 2006-04-03
Abstract: The detector system, disclosed, can detect the presence and/or movement of objects within a region. The system has a programmable detector for observing the region and a configuration device for selecting the settings of the detector. The selected settings are programmed into the detector by a short range communication link. The system may be used to detect traffic and/or pedestrians. The settings may include the detection range, the shape of the detection zone, threshold values relating to the object eg speed or size, sensitivity and hold times. The communication link may be a radio link such as a Bluetooth link from a handheld unit such as a PDA handset. The detector may have a memory to hold the received settings and a backup set of data settings. The detector may also hold a default set of parameters to be used if the downloaded set is lost or corrupted. The system may have several detectors each with means to identify themselves to the configuration device. The configuration device may have software for a plurality of detectors and be able to select the correct software for a particular detector.
Patent GB-2424015-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus for downhole inter-tool communication
Inventor: MIYAMAE SHOHACHI
IPC: G01V11/00
Filed: 2004-10-11
Abstract: A method and apparatus for communicating between downhole tools without the necessity of routing the communication through a surface module. Communications sent by downhole tools are examined and extracted downhole. If the communications are intended for other downhole tools, the communications are copied to a downlink and send to a specific intended tool, a group of tools, or all the tools. This is all done downhole, significantly reducing the latency between command and response.
Patent GB-2439379-A (GB)
Title: Providing confirmation of the receipt of files sent over the Internet
Inventor: ONSLOW ROBERT DENZIL
IPC: H04L12/18
Filed: 2006-06-12
Abstract: A method in which files, such as electronic XML documents, are processed, preferably by filters, and then transmitted over the Internet, when received the file is processed and an acknowledgement of the reception of the file is sent back. Preferably, the acknowledgement contains details such as the date and time of receipt and the signature of the file.
Patent GB-2439308-A (GB)
Title: Combined cigarette and match container
Inventor: GADIT YOUSUF
IPC: A24F15/18
Filed: 2006-06-12
Abstract: A cigarette package includes a cigarette box comprising a hinged lid with a matchbook attached to it preferably on its upper face so as to only alter the height of the box. The matchbook comprises two flaps 42, 44, one of which engages the other to keep the book closed. The box may have a striking surface 30 (Fig.4).
Patent GB-2427511-A (GB)
Title: Slidably mounted rack mount frame for a transport container
Inventor: SPRAGUE DAVID
IPC: H05K7/14
Filed: 2006-06-20
Abstract: A rack mount frame for securing goods such as electronic equipment within a container includes an inner frame slidably mounted in an outer frame. A transport container (not shown) has an inner frame assembly 30 and an outer frame assembly 10. The inner frame assembly 30 is nested within the outer frame assembly 10 in a manner that permits the inner frame assembly 30 to slide relative to the outer frame assembly 10. A biasing mechanism 18, such as a spring loaded pin, is provided on one of the inner frame assembly 30 or the outer frame assembly 10 so as to secure the inner frame assembly 30 in a predetermined position relative to the outer frame assembly 10. Operating the biasing mechanism 18 permits the inner frame assembly 30 to be moved to any desired position, or even removed from the outer frame. Access to the equipment is therefore improved.
Patent GB-2441135-A (GB)
Title: Building block with spacing and alignment projections
Inventor: BROWN FRANK
IPC: E04B2/08
Filed: 2006-08-24
Abstract: A building block 500 has a surface with a plurality of spacing projections 520 to space the block from an adjacent block and at least one alignment projection 530 to align the block with an adjacent block. The spacing projections contact an adjacent block at a point or along a line, advantageously spacing it therefrom and preventing mortar from being trapped. Each spacing projection 520 may have a curved portion and is preferably hemispherical. The alignment projection is preferably received by a recess in an adjacent block. The alignment projection may have a plurality of spaced apart raised curved portions 534, which preferably abut at a point or a line of a recess when the spacing projections abut against a surface of an adjacent block. The alignment projection permits the flow of mortar out of the recess when it is inserted therein. The projections are preferably formed on the upper surface of a block, with a corresponding recess on its lower face. The block is preferably moulded from crushed stone and cement.
Patent GB-2441765-A (GB)
Title: Underwater visual inspection of an underwater structure
Inventor: OMER GARY
IPC: E02B17/02
Filed: 2006-09-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and a method for underwater visual inspection, and in particular to a system and method for inspecting the underwater condition and installation or deployment of jack-up rigs. The inspection system 30 comprises an underwater extending elongate member 16, 32 of an underwater structure 3, a camera system 40 movably affixed to said elongate member, said camera system including an underwater camera 41. The inspection system includes motive means (54, Fig 4) for moving said camera along the length of said elongate member (16,32) between relatively shallower and relatively deeper portions of said elongate member. The camera system may be slidably affixed to the elongate member. A method of inspection of an underwater structure and a method of locating the underwater footings for a support leg of a jack-up rig are also claimed.
Patent GB-2442961-A (GB)
Title: Roller blind control assembly
Inventor: DAY PERRY
IPC: E06B9/68
Filed: 2006-10-19
Abstract: A sidewinder control unit for a roller blind contains two or more wrap spring clutches 12 mounted on a wrap spring sleeve 11. The sleeve is non-rotatably received on a centre pin 10 which incorporates a sprocket support 18. The centre pin is formed with a pair of hook pins 19 and a locating pin for engagement with a mounting bracket. A slotted sprocket wheel 13 is configured to allow the sprocket to pass over the wrap spring clutches 12 whilst the opposite end has a continuous bearing ring to rotate on the wrap spring sleeve 11. The mounting assembly further includes an idle end unit which rotatably engages a bearing aperture in a second such mounting bracket.
Patent GB-2444936-A (GB)
Title: Internal combustion and steam turbine engines
Inventor: LIN YAO-CHANG
IPC: F01K11/02
Filed: 2006-11-23
Abstract: An energy generation system 10 comprises an internal combustion engine 20 having an exhaust pipe 214, the system 10 further comprising a steam boiler 31 having an inner space 311 for receiving water, a tortuous pipe 32 within the inner space 311 and connected to the exhaust pipe 214 of the internal combustion engine 20, exhaust gases passing through the pipe 32 heating the water to produce steam, the system 10 further comprising a steam turbine 34 connected to the boiler 31 and which is driven by steam produced therein, and a generator 41 connected to the steam turbine 34 to generate electricity. The system 10 may also comprise a tortuous condenser pipe 351 to condense the steam back into water which is pumped by pump 353 back into the inner space 311 of the boiler 31. The internal combustion engine 20 may also drive an energy generator (22, figure 3).
Patent GB-2448182-A (GB)
Title: Boiler system fitting
Inventor: BOCCETTI MARK
IPC: F24D19/00
Filed: 2007-04-05
Abstract: A fitting 38 for use in a boiler system is arranged to be fitted to ducting (12, 28, figure 3) connected to a boiler (10, figure 3). The fitting is operable in first and second modes of operation and includes a body having first 40 and second ports 42 through which the fluid flows into and from the filling in the first mode of operation. The filling also includes flow diverting means (64, figure 5) located in the flow path between the first and second ports. The flow diverting means, which may be a valve, selectively blocks flow between the first and second ports in the second mode of operation to thereby establish a flow path between the first port 40 and a third port 70 and between the second port 42 and a fourth port 72. The filling is used in a method of isolating two or more portions of a boiler system for maintenance.
Patent GB-2442107-A (GB)
Title: Resonance attenuation for a conductor in a conduit.
Inventor: HOWARD DAVID CLARENCE
IPC: H02G3/04
Filed: 2007-09-13
Abstract: A resonance frequency response attenuation apparatus has a conduit 60, at least one conducting element 42 encased in a protective sheath 54, a damping element 58 disposed about the conducting element 42, wherein the damping element 58 is secured to the conducting element 42 for inhibiting relative movement between the conducting element 42 and the conduit 60, and where the conducting element 42 is placed concentrically within the conduit 60 and defines a gap 62 between the conduit 60 and the conducting element 42. The damping element 58 may be one or more helical wires or may take the form of a visco-elastic shrink tubing (66, fig 7) or may a wire mesh material (68, fig 8). Spacing wires 56 may be provided to give the conducting element(s) 42 a more circular cross sectional shape.
Patent GB-2448380-A (GB)
Title: Inflatable pad assembly
Inventor: HSIN-TSAI WU
IPC: A47G9/10
Filed: 2007-09-17
Abstract: An inflatable pad assembly includes a base member 12 having a top surface 121 and a bottom surface 122 and an inflatable pad 11 connected to the base member. The pad has an inclined face 1121 that cooperates with the top surface of the base member to form a backrest. The pad is pivotally connected to the base member so that it can move to a second position where surface 1123 forms a headrest (fig 3). The inflatable pad can take various forms and may be releasably attached to the base member. The base member may be an inflatable pad.
Patent GB-2452995-A (GB)
Title: Safety escape apparatus
Inventor: OUTRAM JONATHAN
IPC: E06C1/00
Filed: 2007-09-24
Abstract: The invention relates to emergency escape apparatus 1, comprising an item of furniture e.g. a bed 2, having a deployable escape device 3. The bed 2 preferably has a housing 4 for the device 3, which may be a rotatable or coilable ladder or a rope. The housing 4 may be a drawer under the bed 2 which is normally closed by a closure such as a flap (not shown). The coilable ladder or rope is preferably stored on a rotatable spool (not shown) in the drawer in order to assist deployment. One end of the ladder or rope is secured to the spool so that when the opposite end of the ladder or rope is pulled the ladder or rope unwinds from the spool such that it may be passed through a window 5. A child proof lock may be fitted to prevent unwanted deployment when there is no fire.
Patent GB-2454673-A (GB)
Title: Domestic Appliance
Inventor: BAINS BAKHTAVER SINGH
IPC: A47J19/02
Filed: 2007-11-14
Abstract: Apparatus for extracting juice from fruit or vegetables comprises a housing (12) surrounding a cavity (38) in which fruit or vegetables are received, an outlet (22) for dispensing juice from the housing, a first juice collection mechanism (70a; 70b; 70c) for receiving and collecting juice from the cavity and delivering the juice to the outlet, and a second juice collection mechanism (70d) for receiving and retaining juice from the cavity. The first and second juice collection mechanisms are interchangeably receivable in the housing in a position above the cavity. A valve (178) or other means is provided for inhibiting the return to the cavity (38) of juice retained by the second juice collection mechanism (70d).
Patent GB-2442631-A (GB)
Title: Embedding optical drive compatibility information in optical media
Inventor: ERICKSON DIRK
IPC: G11B7/007
Filed: 2005-04-25
Abstract: Compatibility information 18 embedded in an optical medium 14 modifies actions allowed by predetermined non-compatible optical disc drives on the optical medium, such as optical disc drives that may suffer damage if certain actions are performed on the optical medium. For instance, a compatibility engine 28 of the optical disc drive 12 applies compatibility information read from an optical medium to determine restrictions to impose on the use of the optical medium, such as restricting the optical disc drive from writing to the optical medium, reading from the optical medium or performing any operations until an update to the optical disc drive firmware is performed either automatically or by display of a compatibility user interface at an information handling system 10, associated with the optical disc drive. In one embodiment, the compatibility information identifies incompatible optical disc drives and firmware versions by unique identifiers.
Patent GB-2445469-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable tool extender
Inventor: WENTE STEVEN R
IPC: B25B13/48
Filed: 2008-01-03
Abstract: The tool extender 100 includes a sleeve 104 defining a receptacle and an extension member 102 having a first end 110 and a second end 106. The second end defines a cavity 114 and is slidable within the receptacle of the sleeve between fully extended and fully retracted positions. The extender also includes a bias member 116 seated in the receptacle and an end disposed in the cavity for biasing the extension member outwardly from the sleeve to the fully extended position. The bias member may be a coil spring or a tapered spring. An alternative adjustable tool extender may have an extension member with an intermediate portion having a cross-sectional area less than that of either of its first and second ends.
Patent GB-2446508-A (GB)
Title: Debug circuit for a multi-mode circuit.
Inventor: HUNT PETER
IPC: G01R31/317
Filed: 2008-02-07
Abstract: A debug circuit is driven by a clock signal and is arranged to generate an output signal for each of a subset of modes of a multi-mode circuit. Each debug signal produced has modes states of a different duration to that of the other. In practical terms the output signal can remain at a high or low state longer than the respective state. Preferably, the output signal is created using flip flops triggered by an input clock wherein the signals are combined to produce the output signal. In use the circuit is used to select a debug clock signal that reduces errors caused by "imperfect acquisition" or "hold mode settling" in a track and hold circuit. These errors are reduced by comparing the number of errors produced by input signals having varying durations and selecting the signal that has the lowest error count.
Patent GB-2457667-A (GB)
Title: Data transfer technique using repeated patterns
Inventor: CHAUSSADE NICOLAS
IPC: G06F13/14
Filed: 2008-02-19
Abstract: A method of communication between multiple devices (e.g. processors, memory or cache) comprises using a first device to form a data transfer which includes a representation of a repeating pattern (e.g. a repeated data word) and then forming the repeating pattern in response to receipt of the representation by a second device. This method of data compression reduces the bandwidth consumed. The first device can send a sideband signal indicating the use of a representation of a repeating pattern and the second device can acknowledge whether or not it can receive such a pattern; if not, the normal data is transferred. This transfer method could be used to control communication between devices connected in a bus master/slave relationship.
Patent GB-2458260-A (GB)
Title: Selectively disabling error repair circuitry in an integrated circuit
Inventor: DAS SHIDHARTHA
IPC: G06F9/38
Filed: 2008-02-26
Abstract: Integrated circuit 2 comprises sequential pipeline stages 6, 8 within a processing pipeline, error detection circuitry 10, 12 and error repair circuitry 14. Shadow latch 10 samples and stores an output value of pipeline stage 6 at a time subsequent to the output signal captured by register 4 being applied to pipeline stage 8. When a difference is detected between the output signals stored within register 4 and shadow latch 10, an error is detected and error tolerance circuitry 16 determines, in dependence upon a control parameter, whether to selectively disable error repair circuitry 14. If error repair is performed, an error signal controls multiplexer 14 to switch the value stored in shadow latch 10 for storage in register 4. If a detected error is a tolerable error then error repair circuit 14 remains disabled despite detection of the error. Disabling error repair circuitry may be performed under program control by setting a fault-tolerance mode flag.
Patent GB-2465003-A (GB)
Title: Rail maintenance safety apparatus
Inventor: CLARKE MICHAEL DAVID
IPC: B61D15/00
Filed: 2008-11-04
Abstract: Mobile safety barrier apparatus 1, for protecting personnel working on a railway track, comprises a wheeled bogie 2 disposable on the track and carrying support means 5 for a screen 6, 10, e.g. metal mesh, to be mounted thereon for use in a position outwardly displaced from a side of the bogie, e.g. between the track and an adjacent track. The support means 5 is slidable laterally of the bogie 2 from an inward screen mounting position to an outward in-use position for the screen 6, 10 where it is locked for use. Support means 5 and screens 6, 10 can be provided on both sides of the bogie 2. Two spaced bogies 2 can support series of screens 6, 10 on one or both sides, the latter also in conjunction with end screens 14 to provide a safety cage with end access openings 15. Batteries and lighting can be provided. Each bogie has a manually operated brake lever biased to engage and a removable push-handle.
Patent GB-2456061-A (GB)
Title: A drill bit with blade profile having concave regions
Inventor: DURAIRAJAN BALA
IPC: E21B10/43
Filed: 2008-12-10
Abstract: A drill bit 100 for drilling a borehole in earthen formations comprises a bit body 112 having a bit axis 160 and a bit face (120 fig6). In addition, the drill bit 100 comprises a primary blade or a plurality of blades (131 - 136 fig6) extending radially along the bit face, the primary blades include a cutter-supporting surface 142 that defines a blade profile 139 in rotated profile view extending from the bit axis 160 to an outer radius of the bit body 112. The primary blades are contoured so that the blade profile 139 includes a plurality of concave regions 124. Alternatively, the blade profile includes two convex regions 125 and 127. In another aspect a method comprises engaging a formation with a drill bit having a wave-shaped blade profile. The cutting elements 144 of the bit are arranged to leave uncut smaller ridges or kerfs 175 between the cutting elements. The ridges 171 and 175 are designed to provide additional stability to the bit and reduce vibration while drilling.
Patent GB-2454403-A (GB)
Title: Idler roll bearing assembly and method of making
Inventor: KIRKPATRICK TODD W
IPC: F16C19/00
Filed: 2007-12-21
Abstract: An idler roll bearing assembly, made by a method, includes a shaft having a non-grooved outer surface. A shell extends about the shaft and is rotatable relative to the shaft. A rolling bearing is secured to the shaft. A roll head is secured to the rolling bearing. The roll head includes a portion preventing axial displacement of the rolling bearing. The shell is supported for the relative rotation by the roll head. A retaining sleeve is located on the shaft to prevent axial displacement of the rolling bearing. The sleeve has an interior surface in engagement with the non-grooved outer surface of the shaft. An inner diameter of the sleeve and an outer diameter of the shaft are sized such that the sleeve is secured onto the shaft by frictional interference fit and the sleeve is maintained at a position on the shaft by the frictional interference.
Patent GB-2458570-A (GB)
Title: Slurry distribution apparatus having a stone trap
Inventor: HUGHES SAMUEL HERBERT
IPC: A01C3/06
Filed: 2009-03-25
Abstract: A slurry distribution apparatus comprises a substantially cylindrical housing having an inlet connectable to a source of slurry, a plurality of outlets <B>12</B> arranged in one end <B>6</B> of the housing each connectable to a delivery pipe <B>14</B>, cutting means rotatably mounted within the housing, the cutting means having a plurality of cutting blades <B>24</B> in sliding contact with the end wall <B>6</B> of the housing arranged to traverse the plurality of outlets <B>12</B> to comminute solid material within the housing, and drive means for rotating the cutting means, wherein a side chamber <B>42</B> is defined in a side wall region <B>2</B> of the housing, communicating with the interior of the housing to define a stone trap, the side chamber <B>42</B> further communicating with an access means <B>50</B> to permit removal of stones trapped therein. Also disclosed is apparatus for manuring land comprising a wheeled chassis, slurry tank and delivery means as described above. Also disclosed are slurry distribution apparatuses having cutting means comprising a plurality of radial arms or where the cutting blades are mounted on a central bushing permitting rotation and vertical movement of the blades, there being biasing means which may be a spring for biasing the blades towards the outlets.