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Patent GB-2405944-A (GB)
Title: Antenna core material for use in MWD resistivity measurements and NMR measurements
Inventor: KRUSPE THOMAS
IPC: G01V3/32
Filed: 2003-06-17
Abstract: The present invention provides a novel use of a material having a high internal magnetostrictive damping and/or using material with explicitly low magnetostriction as an antenna core material for NMR and resistivity devices in a borehole. The probe stuctural geometry facilitates the use of material, which has a relatively low magnectic permeability.
Patent GB-2412671-A (GB)
Title: Frame component for releasable connection to other members of a structure
Inventor: HOBBS ERIK FRANCIS
IPC: E04H1/12
Filed: 2005-03-31
Abstract: A frame component 58 for a structure frame comprises a body portion 60 and at least one outwardly extending flange 62, 64, with a strip 10 of interlocking plastics material fitted to it for releasable connection to a strip 12 on another component 66 of the structure. Strips 10 and 12 may be of Velcro (RTM) and cover flanges 70 may be present when component 58 is a roof ridge to shed rain 68 at 72 as shown. Body 60 may be solid or hollow, unitary or compound, and embodiments with one, two, or three flanges are described for use in construction of building frameworks.
Patent GB-2414077-A (GB)
Title: Sonar transducer identification system
Inventor: SIFFERMAN ANDREW M
IPC: G01S15/00
Filed: 2005-05-10
Abstract: A sonar transducer identification system 100 provides characteristic information about an ultrasonic transducer 120 from the transducer to an echosounder 110 via a communications bus 130. The characteristic information is used by the echosounder to alter its functionality or parameters to optimize its performance. The characteristic information may include resonant frequency, impedance, power rating, date of manufacture, peak transmitting voltage, receiving voltage response, figure of merit, model number, serial number, aging coefficient, information regarding the configuration of the transducer e.g. housing style, arrangement of piezoelectric elements, type of acoustic window, beam width. The transducer may be mounted below the waterline on a marine vessel, and may include vessel speed and water temperature sensors. The identification system allows a new echosounder to ascertain information about a previously installed transducer so as to determine compatibility.
Patent GB-2426841-A (GB)
Title: Providing a plurality of copies of program data in memory
Inventor: SVED JORGE ANTONIO
IPC: G06F13/14
Filed: 2005-06-04
Abstract: A memory controller 11 for accessing a memory module 12 comprising a plurality of memory banks. The memory controller is operable to write copies of program data to one or more memory banks according to the size of the program data. The memory controller is additionally operable to read program data, e.g. in response to an access request, from whichever memory bank is next available for access. The provision of more than one copy of program data speeds up access and allows more economical use of memory than providing memory dedicated to program data.
Patent GB-2428098-A (GB)
Title: Base current compensation for a root mean square detector
Inventor: SEIFU FESSEHA TESSERA
IPC: G01R19/02
Filed: 2005-07-07
Abstract: A root mean square (RMS) detector circuit 2 comprises a first differential pair 4 arranged to operate in common mode and a compensation circuit 10 comprising a second common mode differential pair 6 to duplicate an unwanted base current drawn by the first pair 4. The compensation circuit 10 generates an offset voltage from the duplicated base current that is used to generate a compensating current which is fed to an input of the first differential pair 4. The compensating current may be derived from a current mirror 58 and an operational amplifier connected to an NMOS transistor 60. The RMS detecting circuit 2 may be used in an automatic gain control (AGC) circuit in fibre optic data transmission.
Patent GB-2418504-A (GB)
Title: Accessing data online utilising a code and associated graphic device
Inventor: KAPLAN ROBERT
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2005-09-27
Abstract: A method for accessing data online involves a user inputting a code representing the location of the data 325,340 in the form of a zone 310, an account server 315,330 and account reference data 320,335. This code has a hierarchical structure which and must be entered in the order: zone 310; server 315,330; reference data 320,335. This code maybe provided to the user in the form of a moniker or graphical device located on a product. When a user enters the code the identified account server validates and debits the provider of the page 325,340 associated with the identified reference data 320,335.
Patent GB-2416950-A (GB)
Title: Receiver apparatus which allows transitions between different EPG modes
Inventor: PARK CHUL-JUN
IPC: H04N5/445
Filed: 2003-03-31
Abstract: There are provided a method and apparatus for controlling transitions among a plurality of electronic program guide (EPG) modes. The method includes the steps of (a) determining whether a predetermined key value for a mode transition is input while any one of the EPG modes is displayed, and (b) whenever the predetermined key value for a mode transition is input in step (a), controlling transitions among the plurality of EPG modes so that the plurality of EPG modes can be sequentially changed from one mode to another in accordance with a predetermined sequential order. Since a plurality of EPG modes can be directly changed from one mode to another through simple key operations and without disabling the currently enabled EPG mode, it is possible to reduce the number of keys on a key input device. Further, usability can be improved since the EPG mode transitions can be achieved through the simple operations of fewer keys.
Patent GB-2420298-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for the application of powder material to substrates
Inventor: HALLETT MARTIN DAVID
IPC: B05C13/02
Filed: 2003-06-18
Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and method for electrostatically applying a powder material to substrates 101. The apparatus includes a plurality of platens 201, each platen 201 being arranged to hold a plurality of substrates 101, a conveyor for conveying the platens along a path and an applicator for applying the powder material to the substrates. The method includes the steps of placing the substrates 101 on platens 201, each platen holding a plurality of substrates, conveying the platens in series along a path and electrostatically applying a powder material to the substrates held on the platens.
Patent GB-2425307-A (GB)
Title: Method of forming radiation hardened optical fibres
Inventor: SANDERS PAUL E
IPC: C03C25/62
Filed: 2006-04-05
Abstract: A method for fabricating radiation-hardened optical fibres comprising drawing the optical fibre from a preform 102, chemically treating the fibre to create defects 104, photo-conditioning the defects by launching light down the fibre 106. The chemical treatment may be with pressurised hydrogen. The light may be visible or UV light. The treatment and photo-conditioning (annealing) may alternatively be to the preform prior to or during the drawing process. The exposure to light may be from the side of the fibre.
Patent GB-2437784-A (GB)
Title: A Q-modulated semiconductor laser
Inventor: HE JIAN-JUN
IPC: H01S5/026
Filed: 2006-05-02
Abstract: A Q-modulated semiconductor laser comprises a   g  /4-phase-shifted distributed-feedback grating 114. Two isolated electrodes 108, 110 are deposited on top of the grating, and one electrode 120 is deposited on the back side of the laser substrate as a common ground. The first top-side electrode 108 covers a portion of the grating including the phase-shift region, and provides an optical gain for the laser when a constant current is injected. The second top-side electrode 110 covers the remaining portion of the grating away from the phase-shift region, which acts as a Q-modulator of the laser. An electrical signal is applied on the second electrode to change the absorption coefficient of the waveguide in the modulator section, resulting in a change in the Q-factor of the laser, and consequently the lasing threshold and output power. The integrated Q-modulated laser has advantages of high speed, high extinction ratio, low wavelength chirp and low cost.
Patent GB-2428741-A (GB)
Title: Light-weight compact diesel engine with combustion chamber in the cylinder head and a domed piston
Inventor: WEBSTER GARY D
IPC: F02F3/28
Filed: 2006-07-25
Abstract: A light-weight compact diesel engine, eg for an airborne portable generator set, comprises a combustion chamber 12 within the cylinder head, the combustion chamber being in the shape of a shallow bowl, and a piston 10 having a dome-shaped crown 4 for protruding within the combustion chamber during a combustion operation near or at top dead center (TDC). A glow plug (25, fig.2) protrudes into the combustion chamber 12 in close proximity to, but not in contact with, an injected fuel spray plume to facilitate ignition at moderate compression ratios, eg. The piston crown 4 may be recessed to prevent contact with the glow-plug. The engine is preferably a two stoke crankcase compression engine. A minimal squish area 22 is defined between the bowl-shaped combustion chamber 12 and the edges of the piston 10 as the piston approaches TDC. Use of a combustion chamber in the shape of a shallow bowl along with other parameter selection decreases the rates of combustion pressure rise while providing reasonable power output.
Patent GB-2440519-A (GB)
Title: Folding vehicle roof with support for rear window
Inventor: MANNING GEORGE PHILIP
IPC: B60J1/18
Filed: 2006-08-01
Abstract: A structure that supports a glass rear screen 9 in a fabric roof 8 so that the load is not solely supported by tension in the fabric incorporates two spring-loaded arms 11, 12 fitted inside the roof. One end of each arm 11, 12 is rigidly fixed to the tension bow 10 and their distal ends make contact with the screen 9. The support arms 11, 12 lessen the susceptibility of the screen to vibrate and prevent it from sagging under its own weight.
Patent GB-2427924-A (GB)
Title: Methods for measuring a formation supercharge pressure
Inventor: PROETT MARK A
IPC: E21B21/08
Filed: 2005-03-01
Abstract: A method of determining the supercharge pressure in a formation intersected by a borehole having a wall, the method comprising disposing a formation pressure test tool into the borehole having a probe for isolating a portion of the borehole. The method further comprises extending the probe into sealing contact with the borehole wall. The method further comprises performing at least one drawdown test with the formation pressure test tool. The method further comprises modeling the supercharge pressure of the formation using the dynamic properties of the mudcake. The method further comprises determining the supercharge pressure of the formation using the supercharge pressure model. The formation pressure test tool may be conveyed into the borehole using wireline technology or on a drill string. Using the supercharge pressure, the drawdown test may be optimized, the characteristics of the drilling fluid altered, or the measurements of other sensors adjusted.
Patent GB-2427876-A (GB)
Title: Methods for generating neuronal cells from human embryonic stem cells and uses thereof
Inventor: GOLDSTEIN RONALD S
IPC: C40B30/04
Filed: 2005-04-08
Abstract: This invention relates generally to the production of human neuronal cells from human embryonic stem cells and/or human neuronal progenitor cells. In some embodiments, the human neuronal cells are neural crest cells. In other embodiments, the human neuronal cells are peripheral neurons. In other embodiments, the human neuronal cells are schwann cells. The invention provides methods of culturing and purifying human neuronal cells and uses thereof. Such uses include generating models of neuropathy, drug screening methods, and cell based therapeutic.
Patent GB-2431786-A (GB)
Title: Logic circuit
Inventor: KAWAKAMI HARUO
IPC: H03K3/02
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: The present invention comprises a two-terminal switching element (1) that has two alternative stable resistance values for the value of a voltage applied thereto and that exhibits a first state in which the switching element (1) has a higher one of the two resistance values during application of a voltage that is equal to or less than a predetermined first threshold voltage (Vth1) and a second state in which the switching element (1) has a lower one of the two resistance values during application of a voltage that is equal to or greater than a predetermined second threshold voltage (Vth2) that is greater than the first threshold voltage (Vth1); a resistor element (2) connected in series with the two-terminal switching element (1); a terminal for applying a predetermined bias voltage (Vt) across the series circuit consisting of the switching element (1) and resistor element (2); a first pulse input terminal (S); and a second pulse input terminal (R). According to the present invention, a simple structure can be used to configure a flip-flop circuit necessary for a sequential logic circuit.
Patent GB-2445620-A (GB)
Title: Instrumentation for knee surgery
Inventor: MCMINN DEREK JAMES WALLACE
IPC: A61B17/02
Filed: 2007-01-13
Abstract: Instrumentation for use in knee surgery comprises an intramedullary rod (10) for insertion into an end of a femur (100) and a distraction device (62) coupleable to the intramedullary rod (10) and operable between the intramedullary rod (10) and the tibia for adjusting the tension of the collateral ligaments on either side of the knee. A cutting guide (70) is configured to locate over an intramedullary rod (10) that has been inserted into an end of a femur (100), such that the position of the cutting guide (70) relative to the intramedullary rod (10), and therefore the femur (100), is adjustable in at least the anterior-posterior direction. A kit for use in knee surgery is provided and a method of adjusting the tension of the collateral ligaments on either side of a knee.
Patent GB-2432834-A (GB)
Title: Selective Kinase Inhibitors
Inventor: BURNS CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: C07D401/14
Filed: 2005-01-12
Abstract: The invention provides a selective JAK 3 inhibitor comprising a functionality wherein the functionality is positioned to selectively interact with the Cysteine residue close to the front lip of the ATP-binding cavity of JAK3 (CYS909) whereby the inhibitor is selective for JAK3 with respect to JAK2 and JAK1. Preferably the inhibitor binds with the cysteine residue via an alkylating group. This alkylating group is preferably a Michael acceptor. Exemplified compounds are nitrogen heterocycle substituted benzimidazoles with the Michael acceptor being formed by alpha, beta-unsaturated amine groups bonded through nitrogen to the benzimidazole benzene ring. These inhibitors may be useful as immunosuppressive agents for the treatment of conditions including multiple sclerosis (MS), rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and type I diabetes. The compounds may also be useful in the treatment of proliferative diseases, particularly cancers such as lymphoma and leukemia.
Patent GB-2436446-A (GB)
Title: Multiple ticket reservation system
Inventor: IGARASHI TAKAHITO
IPC: G06Q50/00
Filed: 2007-03-08
Abstract: A ticket issue system that can issue plural tickets can be issued from one item of information is provided. A ticket server (120) includes a ticket information storage unit (127) that associates an item of ticket link information with information on plural reserved tickets and stores the information, a code creation unit (126) that creates a ticket information code including the ticket link information, and a ticket issue processing unit (125) that receives the ticket information code from a ticket verification terminal (400), and transmits the information on the plural tickets associated with the ticket information code to the ticket verification terminal. Each user terminal (300) includes a code receiving unit that receives the ticket information code from the ticket server (120). The ticket verification terminal (400) includes a code referral processing unit (403) that checks the ticket information code with the ticket server (120) and receives ticket information.
Patent GB-2448330-A (GB)
Title: Mobile phone charger unit incorporating an automatic cut off timer
Inventor: PATEL GOPINATH
IPC: H02J7/00
Filed: 2007-04-11
Abstract: A mains power operated mobile phone charger that has zero percentage wastage of energy whilst on standby. A timer (9,Fig.3) is provided to cut off the mains supply (2a) via circuit breaker (8a) within the charger after a predetermined time. The charger may be manually activated by means of a push button switch 5 that can also be set to operate automactically. The charger also includes an indicator 6 to indicate when charging has ended.
Patent GB-2448704-A (GB)
Title: Secure container with combination lock fastening
Inventor: YANG YAO-KUN
IPC: E05B19/00
Filed: 2007-04-24
Abstract: A secure container 10 for small articles such as keys includes a base housing 20 having a plurality of through holes 22 and two retaining portions 24, a cover shell 30 pivoted on the base housing 22 to define a receiving chamber 32.A combination lock set 40 mounted to the cover shell 30 has latches 42 engageable with respective retaining portions 24 and a plurality of numbered wheels 46 which extend out of openings 34 in the cover shell 30. A movable plate 48 controllable by the numbered wheels 46 can extend between the latches 42 to prevent their disengagement from the portions 24.A plurality of fastening members 60 extend through the holes 22 to fix the container 10 to an object. A protecting cover 50 locates over the base housing 20 engaging against a housing rib 26.
Patent GB-2439659-A (GB)
Title: Holding device for sash member
Inventor: BABA HIROKI
IPC: B60J5/04
Filed: 2005-12-07
Abstract: A holding device for a sash member (11) formed in a recessed shape in cross section. The device comprises rotating pressing members (47, 47) having overall lengths (L) longer than a distance (D) between the inner faces of both side walls (11a, 11b) of the sash member. The rotating pressing members are rotated by drive sources (44, 101) to press the inner faces of both side walls of the sash member by their both ends so as to rapidly hold the sash member. Also, the device comprises a sash positioning member (117) for positioning the sash member relative to the other sash member (16).
Patent GB-2450182-A (GB)
Title: Measuring flow
Inventor: XIE CHENG-GANG
IPC: G01J1/42
Filed: 2005-05-28
Abstract: A devices determining a flow rate of a wet-gas flow or a component of said wet-gas flow includes a first light source and a second light source located downstream of said first light source, two or more respective photodiodes detecting the transmittance or scattering of the light from the first and second light sources through said wet-gas flow and a cross-correlator cross-correlating the detected transmittances or scatterings of light from said first and second light sources to determining the flow rate. The device may determine the speed of a thin liquid film or liquid carried by the gas, and may determine both this velocity and that of the gas. The device may also determine the proportion of liquid in the gas flow.
Patent GB-2439679-A (GB)
Title: A dispenser for substantially flat items
Inventor: CARTWRIGHT KERRY GEORGE
IPC: B65D83/08
Filed: 2006-04-19
Abstract: A portable dispenser (10) in particular for paper plates and paper serviettes, has a hollow body (11) with at least one compartment (13,14) therein for the storage of a stack of plates etc., the hollow body (11) having an upper opening which is closable by a removable lid (12), and the or each compartment (13 ,14) being provided with an aperture (18) in its side wall (17) for removal of stored items. The lid (12) has a shutter (23) thereon such when the lid (12) is in one closed position the aperture(s) (18) are closed by the shutter (23) and with the lid (12) in other closed positions, the apertures (18) are open.
Patent GB-2444616-A (GB)
Title: Hacksaw with file
Inventor: ZAKARIAN ARTIN J
IPC: B23D49/12
Filed: 2007-11-30
Abstract: A hacksaw 200 comprises a structure having a frame 104 that includes a back handle 102 and an elongated beam 106 that has a series of ridges on at least one or more surfaces that form a file for smoothing surfaces of an article. The elongated beam has a first distal end 208 coupled with a first back handle section 210. A hacksaw blade 112 is coupled with the back handle and the elongated beam. A fore piece (802, fig 8) may be provided, which has a series of ridges for smoothing an article. In an alternative arrangement, first and second elongate beams may be provided (106A, 106B, fig 9) that each have ridges for smoothing an article, with the hacksaw blade being coupled between them.
Patent GB-2444412-A (GB)
Title: Wing profile
Inventor: ROSTYNE ALEXANDER JOZEF MAGDAL
IPC: A63H27/00
Filed: 2007-12-07
Abstract: A flying object wing has a leading edge 30a and a trailing edge 30b and an upper 30c and a lower surface 30d between the edges. A portion between the leading edge 30a and trailing edge 30b provides an upper surface which has a curved shape. From the leading part 30a of the upper surface 30c towards the mid part 30e of the surface there is a concave shape. The lower surface 30d has a curved shape such that from the leading part 30a of the lower surface towards the mid part 30e of the surface there is a convex shape. Also disclosed is a flying object with a transverse aperture (31, figure 1) in the surfaces of the wing accommodates a propeller (9) for creating thrust for forward flight. The blades of the propeller turn in a plane transverse to a line between the leading edge 30a and the trailing edge 30b of the surface 30c,d.
Patent GB-2447787-A (GB)
Title: An autoinjector that mixes wet and dry medicament components when moved relative to its packaging
Inventor: STAMP KEVIN
IPC: A61M5/19
Filed: 2008-03-20
Abstract: An autoinjector includes a first chamber <B>40</B> for containing a dry component of a medicament, and a second chamber <B>50</B> for containing a wet component of a medicament and reconstitution means for mixing said dry and wet components by placing said first <B>40</B> and second <B>50</B> chambers into fluid communication with one another, the autoinjector is in packaging <B>10</B> adapted to automatically actuate said reconstitution means to mix said dry and wet components upon movement of a part thereof relative to a part of the autoinjector. Further an autoinjector may have reconstitution means that is capable of pressurising a wet component of the medicament such that upon entry into a chamber a stopper is moved axially.
Patent GB-2461706-A (GB)
Title: Pseudomonas putida styrene monooxygenase variants
Inventor: O'CONNOR KEVIN
IPC: C12N9/02
Filed: 2008-07-08
Abstract: Isolated polynucleotides derived from Pseudomonas putida encoding polypeptides having styrene monooxygenase activity. The polynucleotides are derived from the StyA and StyB (StyAB) genes from Pseudomonas putida CA-3, using error prone PCR-based in vitro evolution and comprise at least one nucleic acid substitution at position 262, 449 or 1752. The polypeptides encoded by these polynucleotides are useful as biocatalysts for the synthesis of oxygenated compounds, as they exhibit improved properties, such as enzymatic activity and enantiospecificity. Also claimed are polypeptides having styrene monooxygenase activity. Methods for obtaining oxygenated compounds are also provided, as are organisms that express the polypeptides.