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Patent GB-2408262-A (GB)
Title: Preparation of L-arabinose from sugar beet
Inventor: TEBBLE IAN ROBERT NORVELLE
IPC: C13B20/06
Filed: 2003-11-24
Abstract: A method of preparing L-arabinose from sugar beet pulp comprises the steps of (a) treating sugar beet pulp with aqueous alkali to provide a crude araban extract; (b) treating the extract with a precipitating agent, such as carbon dioxide, to precipitate an insoluble salt from the extract; (c) removing the insoluble salt; (d) ultra-filtration to remove impurities and concentrate the extract; (e) acid hydrolysis of the purified extract to provide a crude L-arabinose solution; (f) ultra-filtration and neutralisation (in any order) of the solution to provide a purified L-arabinose solution, and (g) concentration and crystallisation of pure L-arabinose. Preferably, the method does not comprise a chromatographic purification step. The L-arabinose solution may also undergo treatment with an anionic exchange resin to remove anionic impurities and may be contacted with a polymeric adsorption resin to decolourise the solution. The crystalline product typically comprises 97-99% L-arabinose.
Patent GB-2408891-A (GB)
Title: Network device
Inventor: CASEY STEPHEN
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2003-12-05
Abstract: A network device is disclosed that includes a network communications port, and processing means. The processor is arranged to accept requests for one or more services via the network connector and respond that the respective service is currently unavailable. For use by network administrators during either scheduled or emergency maintenance to provide network users with a service unavailability announcement. The system is independent of the normal operating components of the network device that is currently down. Advantages of device are that it is available at all times and can act as a simple slot in replacement in the event of failed services.
Patent GB-2397199-A (GB)
Title: Selecting menu items on a telephone display
Inventor: CHARNEY DOUGLAS
IPC: H04M1/72469
Filed: 2003-12-17
Abstract: A telephone menu screen is configured so a user can navigate between hierarchical menu items by depressing telephone buttons a minimum number of times. Each menu item 1 to 5 on a display 80 is automatically selected by a single directional joystick movement. Items from sub-menus 83, 86, 87 are selected in the same way. Alternatively, the user depresses a single button on the telephone to identify and select a desired menu item.
Patent GB-2411892-A (GB)
Title: Volumetric dispenser
Inventor: PARKER RODNEY JULIAN
IPC: B65D51/28
Filed: 2004-03-09
Abstract: A shot dispenser comprises a housing (30), and a chamber (50) having a cap (60). The chamber is movable axially of the housing to open an outlet whereby the contents of the chamber can drain past the base. A tear band (32,33) prevents movement of the chamber until removed. The dispenser permits mixing of two liquids just prior to use. The chamber 50 may be provided with a generally cylindrical well having equispaced legs 51 extending below the well bottom 52. The base of the housing 30 may comprise an annular foot 36 having four equispaced arcuate through passages 37 therein. The foot 36 may be provided with a drain valve 38-41 which may include apertures 42. The legs 51 may locate in the through holes 37.
Patent GB-2399576-A (GB)
Title: Insulation module in form of filled box; panel
Inventor: HOLLOWAY WYNN PETER
IPC: E04B2/70
Filed: 2004-03-16
Abstract: An insulation module for use within a building comprises a box -like container 52, e.g. of cardboard, filled with an insulating material, preferably recycled paper pulp. The module may be fitted into recesses between upright plywood composite beams 14 in a load -bearing building panel with an exterior face 16 of plywood or OSB and an interior face 17 of plywood or plasterboard. The module may have an inner conduit 58 for pipes, wires etc from top to bottom of the panel, and bounded by walls 56, 57 also of cardboard.
Patent GB-2413495-A (GB)
Title: Phytoactive composition
Inventor: NELSON GORDON
IPC: A01N39/04
Filed: 2004-04-27
Abstract: A composition comprises at least one phytoactive compound, particularly a herbicidal compound, safener or growth regulator, and an encapsulating adjuvant which is a fungal cell or fragment thereof. The fungal cell may be alive or dead and the composition may further comprise a carrier for facilitating encapsulation of the active compound within the adjuvant. The composition may be used for the selective control of weeds.
Patent GB-2408948-A (GB)
Title: A player tracking system for unenrolled players
Inventor: SCHNEIDER RICHARD J
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2004-06-15
Abstract: Uncarded play can be monitored by a gaming device or network to target incentives aimed at achieving player tracking system enrollment. A player is permitted to begin gaming device play. The player's play is monitored for triggering events suggesting a player's value to the casino and prompting notification of join-up incentives to the player. The player can be solicited to enroll and can be awarded join-up incentives following enrollment.
Patent GB-2416783-A (GB)
Title: Automatic urinal flushing system
Inventor: GREGORY PETER
IPC: E03D13/00
Filed: 2004-07-15
Abstract: A urinal flushing system comprises a temperature sensor (R2) mounted on the outlet of the urinal, valve means (V1) in the feed pipe to the urinal, and an analogue control circuit connected to the temperature sensor (R2), the control circuit include means for responding to a rapid increase in temperature sensed by the temperature sensor (R2) and for sending a signal to the valve means (V1) to effect opening thereof in response to said temperature increase.
Patent GB-2405912-A (GB)
Title: A coasting downshift control for automatic transmissions
Inventor: SLAYTON JOSEPH
IPC: B60W30/18
Filed: 2004-09-07
Abstract: An automatic transmission ratio shift control system 10 uses an electronic throttle 70, 96 and closed loop engine speed control and uses fuel and air as an energy source to increase engine speed during a power-off downshift. The engine speed is boosted to a level close to the synchronous speed in conjunction with release of a high gear ratio. The low gear ratio is then applied as the engine speed approaches a desired speed. The engine speed increase is timed to lead to an increase in torque converter speed.
Patent GB-2406881-A (GB)
Title: Multi-cylinder i.c. engine with electrically driven throttle valve in each intake port
Inventor: MAEHARA HAYATO
IPC: F02D9/00
Filed: 2004-10-01
Abstract: A multi-cylinder internal combustion engine E includes a predetermined number of cylinders C1-C4, and a throttle body assembly 11 including throttle bodies 111-114 formed with intake-air channels 121-1<WC 1>24, and throttle valves 131-134. The throttle valves 131-134 are opened and closed by electric motors 161-164 provided independently for each throttle valve 13<WC 1>1-134. Air-intake ports 61, 64 of the first and fourth cylinders C1, C4 are formed so as to approach a centre plane P2 in the direction of arrangement A1 as they approach entrances 61b, 64b. As each throttle valve is opened and closed independently by electric motors, output control of the engine can be improved. Further, the size of the throttle body assembly can be reduced.
Patent GB-2403048-A (GB)
Title: Data management for seismic acquisition using variable compression ratio as a function of background noise
Inventor: CHIEN LORING
IPC: G01V1/24
Filed: 2003-03-12
Abstract: A seismic data acquisition unit includes a data acquisition and digitizer which receives an analog seismic signal and digitizes the signal. The data acquisition and digitizer also acquires an ambient noise signal at some point in the data acquisition and recording signal at a time when ambient noise is not masked by the seismic signal. The data acquisition unit further comprises a data compressor to receive the digitized signal from the data acquisition and digitizer and compress the digitized data, preferably with a lossy compression algorithm. Finally, the data acquisition unit comprises a data telemetry and repeater device to receive the compressed data and transmit the compressed data to a central unit. The data acquisition unit preferably includes a data decompressor. The data decompressor takes the data from the data compressor and decompresses the data. The decompressed data is then compared with the original digitized data to determine the amount of noise which resulted from the compression process. The compression noise is compared to the ambient noise, and if the compression noise exceeds a predefined criterion, then the compression ratio in the data compressor is adjusted for a lower degree of compression. The process is repeated until the amount of compression noise, relative to ambient noise, is satisfactory.
Patent GB-2407804-A (GB)
Title: Four wheel drive driveline transition
Inventor: BURROWS ANDREW JULIAN
IPC: B60K17/35
Filed: 2004-11-01
Abstract: A switchable four wheel drive vehicle 10 has a mode in which an engine 11 drives a first pair of wheels, typically the front wheels 12,13, and an auxiliary drive line 21 to a second pair of wheels is disconnected from the engine 11 and from the second pair of wheels. The auxiliary drive line 21 comprises a first clutch 22 adjacent to the engine 11 and typically comprises a drive shaft 23 which is connected to the rear wheels 14,15 via a differential 25 which comprises clutches 27. Changing from two wheel to four wheel drive is controlled so that the auxiliary drive line 21 is reconnected to either the engine 11 or the second pair of wheels, typically the rear wheels 14,15, to rotate at least part of the auxiliary drive line 21 for a sufficient time period prior to fully reconnecting it to provide drive torque to the rear wheels 14,15. Thus transition to engagement of four wheel drive occurs in two stages, reducing any acceleration jerk perceived by the driver.
Patent GB-2423062-A (GB)
Title: Parachute shelter
Inventor: SIMPSON PHILIP
IPC: B64D17/02
Filed: 2005-02-10
Abstract: A parachute comprises a pyramid shaped canopy 'A' which also doubles as a temporary shelter. The canopy 'A' may be converted to a shelter using aluminium or bamboo support rods 'B'. Also disclosed is an aluminium canister 'C' comprising two interlocking parts which are also usable as cooking and/or water utensils. The canister 'C' may be suspended from the parachute canopy 'A'.
Patent GB-2409645-A (GB)
Title: Flower essence-containing medicaments
Inventor: HARVEY CLARE G
IPC: A61K31/78
Filed: 2003-07-11
Abstract: Flower essence-containing medicaments that comprise one or more orchid essences are found to be strongly mood enhancing and thereby extremely effective at reducing stress. The medicaments may also contain other, or secondary, flower essences.
Patent GB-2425344-A (GB)
Title: A steamer head
Inventor: MESHOULAM YAIR
IPC: B44C7/02
Filed: 2005-04-18
Abstract: A steamer head for steaming surface coverings comprises a body and coupling means couplable to a support member to support the steamer head against a surface. The steamer head can be used with a support member to form a steamer apparatus. In one embodiment, the support member includes a paint roller whereby the roller mount of the paint roller is inserted into openings in the body of the steamer head.
Patent GB-2414068-A (GB)
Title: Illuminating device with heat dissipating function
Inventor: HUANG KUN-LIEH
IPC: F21V29/00
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: An illuminating device includes a housing (4; 4'; 4'') and an illuminating module (5; 5'; 5'') mounted in the housing. The housing defines a sealed space that includes a light-transmitting plane (424; 424'') on an end thereof. The illuminating module includes a circuit board (51; 51'; 51'') and lighting elements (52) mounted on the circuit board. The housing includes a housing body and a cap. The housing body includes an open first end, and the cap is mounted to and covers the open first end of the housing body, with a peripheral portion of the circuit board of the illuminating device being positioned at an inner periphery of the housing body. Thus, the heat generated by the illuminating module can be conducted to the housing, providing improved heat-dissipating effect.
Patent GB-2426691-A (GB)
Title: Dustbin incorporating dustpan and mop bucket
Inventor: SENEVIRATNE SUDHAMMIKA
IPC: B65F1/14
Filed: 2005-06-03
Abstract: A multi-purpose dustbin 1 consists of a lid that serves as a dustpan (3, Fig. 2) that can be detached from the dustbin. The dustbin is contained within a mop bucket (2, Fig. 4) that is also detachable from the dustbin for simultaneous use. The lid has an integral handle 6, though once detached from the dustbin, a long handle (10, Fig. 3) may be attached to it for convenient use. The mop bucket may contain a mop squeeze (12, Fig. 5) that can be deployed, once detached from the dustbin.
Patent GB-2412537-A (GB)
Title: Data packet handling in computer or communication systems
Inventor: SPENCER ANTHONY
IPC: H04L47/32
Filed: 2003-11-11
Abstract: The ordering of packet flows, comprising sequences of data packets, in a communication or computer system, is performed by assigning an exit number to each packet; queuing the packets in buffer means; and outputting the queued packets in a predetermined order according to an order list determined by the exit numbers assigned to each packet before it was queued. The exit number information is preferably assigned to packet records, which are queued in a separate buffer means to the packets, the records being of fixed length and shorter than the data portions. The packet record buffer means comprise groups of bins, each bin containing a range of exit numbers, the bins for higher exit number packet records having a larger range than bins for lower exit number packet records. Lower exit number packet records in a bin are subdivided into a plurality of bins, each containing packet records corresponding to a smaller range of exit numbers. Secondary bins may be created to temporarily store records assigned to a bin that is currently being emptied. The bins may be filled by means of a parallel processor, preferably a SIMD array processor.
Patent GB-2411957-A (GB)
Title: Optically triggered interactive apparatus and method of triggering said apparatus
Inventor: BENFORD STEVEN DAVID
IPC: G06T7/00
Filed: 2003-12-19
Abstract: An optically triggered interactive apparatus (100), comprises a video camera (104) arranged to capture a reference video image of a scene (112). A graphical user interface (107) is used to select a target area (124b) within the reference video image. A processor (106) arranged to detect the presence of light incident within the target area (124b) of an active video image captured by the video camera (104). The processor is arranged to determine an outer extent of an torch beam (136a,b) within the scene (112) and outputs a trigger signal to a further processor (102ah) when a given proportion of the target area forms part of the illuminated area and/or when a given proportion of the illuminated area lies within the target area.
Patent GB-2428517-A (GB)
Title: Ceramic thermocouple
Inventor: BOWEN PAUL LINCOLN
IPC: G01K7/02
Filed: 2005-07-21
Abstract: The thermocouple comprises a molybdenum tube 3 and a silicon carbide rod 2. The hot junction is defined by a molybdenum silicide coating on the inner wall of the tube and a silicon carbide rod 2. An aluminium oxide coating on the rod separates the rod from the coating in regions away from the junction so that the hot junction is formed in the tip region of the rod/tube assembly only.
Patent GB-2435359-A (GB)
Title: Authoring audiovisual content by using the priority information stored with the content objects
Inventor: STOVIN JOHN DUNCAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2005-11-08
Abstract: Authoring audiovisual content by providing a plurality of content objects, determining priority data indicative of the predicted use of the content objects and storing the priority data and the content data. This method could be used in the fields of authoring opticals disc products, such as DVD Video, HD DVD and Blu Ray products.
Patent GB-2418095-A (GB)
Title: Representing colors in stored images using color tinting
Inventor: RUARK HOLLY LYNN
IPC: G09G5/02
Filed: 2004-05-13
Abstract: In an image processor, images are created, stored, manipulated and regenerated using color tinting, where color tinting applies component-to-color mapping from a color card to a plurality of component images, which are then combined to form a final image, tinted according to the content of the color card. In some instances, the color card might code one color for each of N components, in which case the final image might be the merging of each of N monochromatic component images colored by the color coded by the color card. In other instances, the color card codes for intensity levels or a texture.
Patent GB-2436124-A (GB)
Title: Supercharged, eg turbocharged, i.c. engine with by-passable charge air cooler and EGR
Inventor: LEWALLEN BRIAN
IPC: F02B37/00
Filed: 2004-05-14
Abstract: A charge air intake system for a diesel engine 10 includes a first duct 24 and second bypass duct 30 having its upstream and downstream ends connected to the first duct and bypassing a charge air cooler 28 mounted in line with the first duct 24. An EGR conduit 38 leads from the exhaust manifold to the bypass duct 30. A turbo charger 20 furnished charged air to the ducts 24, 30 where a proportioning valve 26 proportions air between the charge air cooler and the bypass duct 30 to maintain the temperature of the intake manifold above its dewpoint, thus allowing the introduction of EGR gases but with reduced risk of the formation of intake condensation.
Patent GB-2426056-A (GB)
Title: System for seismic exploration of a submerged subsurface including implanted bases
Inventor: MANIN MICHEL
IPC: G01V1/38
Filed: 2005-01-21
Abstract: A system for seismic exploration of a submerged sub-surface comprises a plurality of bases (4) located at predetermined seabed positions, each base comprising an elongate stem penetrating the seabed, at least a seismic sensor (10, 12) within said stem, a radially extending support zone (19) connected to the upper end of the stem, said upper end projecting from the seabed, and a respective plurality of modules (6) each incorporating a data storage unit and a power source, each module being mechanically and electrically connected to the upper end of said stem, said module being capable of being connected to, and disconnected from, the base by an underwater vehicle.
Patent GB-2429242-A (GB)
Title: Turbine engine nozzle
Inventor: PETTY DALE W
IPC: B64D33/04
Filed: 2004-07-12
Abstract: A turbine engine nozzle comprises a plurality of flap assemblies, each comprising an upstream flap 22, pivotally coupled to a static structure 60, and a downstream flap 26, pivotally coupled to the upstream flap 22 by means of a hinge having an axis 502, and means for actuating articulation of the upstream and downstream flaps to define a range of throat areas. It is stated that this happens while minimising mode-induced changes in throat area at a given design point. Also claimed is a method of retrofitting/reengineering a turbine engine with a convergent flap, divergent flap and actuation linkage permitting an aerodynamically-induced mode change articulation of the divergent flap about a non-fixed instantaneous centre of rotation while allowing a simultaneous rotation of the divergent flap relative to the convergent flap about a non-fixed hinge axis.
Patent GB-2430482-A (GB)
Title: Reduced temperature storage container
Inventor: LONG ROBERT ANTHONY
IPC: B65D81/38
Filed: 2005-05-06
Abstract: Storage container (30) comprising: an inner surface (32) defining a storage compartment (33); an outer surface (31) defining an external surface of the container; a cavity (34) disposed between the inner and outer surfaces for receiving a refrigerant; and means (40) for filling the cavity with the refrigerant. Also disclosed is an associated method.
Patent GB-2431013-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for sensing a time varying current passing through an ion channel
Inventor: HIBBS ANDREW D
IPC: G01R27/26
Filed: 2005-07-22
Abstract: A capacitive sensing system (2, 2', 2'') is used to measure a timevarying ion current through a channel (50), such as an ion channel or protein pore. Such a capacitive system (2, 2', 2'') does not suffer problems of electrode corrosion and, when used with methods to control a build up of ion concentration, allows the use of measurement volumes (10, 20) around the channel (50) with dimensions on a scale of nanometers.
Patent GB-2447271-A (GB)
Title: A composite reinforced structure
Inventor: RAVEY ERIC PIERRE
IPC: B29C70/06
Filed: 2007-03-06
Abstract: Use of composite structures in assemblies for components such as vanes in a gas turbine engine has advantages in terms of weight, but can have problems with regard to stress and strain occurring particularly about fillets. Composite structure 31 strength is improved by providing a reinforcing block 35 along one side of a laminar core 32. The block 35 has a depth which extends at least part way across an apex or run out curve 37 of a bend. The structure incorporates wrap surfaces 33 on one side and a platform ply 38 on the other for surface protection. The blocks 35 comprise plies of material associated with the structure and may be added to a mould during resin transfer moulding. Alternatively, the blocks may be secured by adhesive. In another embodiment the structure may comprise a laminate 42, with fillets defined by bends 47, which are partially filled by blocks 45. Again, the blocks may taper in another embodiment. U, L or Z-shaped structures with reinforcing blocks are also envisaged.
Patent GB-2434337-A (GB)
Title: Radio frequency bonding mandrel with interstitial insulating layer
Inventor: MILES CRAIG JAMES
IPC: B29C65/04
Filed: 2007-03-09
Abstract: A mandrel 230 used in radio frequency bonding, such as the joining of a tubular element 30 between two sheets 10, 20, features first and second electrically conductive portions 232, 236 with an interstitial electrically insulating layer 234. In this manner different potentials can be applied to each of the conductive portions 232, 236 at the same time, allowing the entirety of the tube 30 to be bonded to the sheets 10, 20, in a single processing step. Also disclosed is an associated method in which use of the mandrel is applied specifically to the welding of a tube into a bag. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing the mandrel, in which insulating material is sandwiched between layers of conducting material, and may be bonded thereto with adhesive or pegged into attachment, then machined down to the correct size from this assembled stock material. The finished bags may be fluid holding medical bags, with the tubular portion 30 being an opening aperture of the bag.
Patent GB-2439404-A (GB)
Title: A handle for a leash
Inventor: CAMPBELL-BARR GORDON
IPC: B65H75/34
Filed: 2007-03-16
Abstract: A handle for a leash comprises a gripping portion and a dispensing portion 7 for holding and dispensing wrappers. Preferably the handle is for a retractable leash 2 wherein the handle has a trigger 4 for controlling release and retraction of the leash. The dispensing portion may comprise a dispenser housed within a housing and in which the leash is coiled around the dispensing portion when retracted. However, the dispensing portion may be mounted in the side of a housing to allow a longer leash to be housed. Preferably the dispensing portion dispenses bag shaped wrappers with a thumb portion. The wrappers may be closed with closures cut to length and dispensed from the handle by an optional closure dispensing device 5. Advantageously the handle for a leash is used when walking animals, in particular dogs.
Patent GB-2447656-A (GB)
Title: Gyroscopic device producing lift
Inventor: WHEELDON CYRIL PARSONAGE
IPC: F03G3/00
Filed: 2007-03-19
Abstract: A gyroscopic device comprises several gyroscopes arranged about a central axis. In use the device produces lift or vertical force.