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Patent GB-1415610-A (GB)
Title: Golf swing training device
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 1973-12-31
Abstract: 1415610 Golf practising apparatus J BECKISH 31 Dec 1973 [5 Feb 1973] 60294/73 Heading A6D In a golf swing training device of the type in which the golf club 54 is guided along a track 15, which is adjustable to compensate for the height and physical frame of the trainee, the track 15 is pivoted to vertical rods 18, 19, 30, 31 which are vertically adjustable in standards 11, 12, 13, 14, the standards 11, 12, 13, 14 are carried by blocks 16, 17, 34, 35 and each block 16, 17, 34, 35 is universally adjustable in a horizontal plane by a pair of threaded rods arranged at right angles to each other. The mechanism for adjusting the blocks horizontally is enclosed in a base frame 10. The standard 11 is carried by a block 16 which can be moved along a channel member 22 by a threaded rod 24, and the channel member 22 can be moved by a threaded rod 26 arranged at right angles to the channel member 22. The other standards 12, 13, 14 are similarly mounted. The rods 18, 19, 30, 31 can be vertically adjusted in the standards by lock nuts 20, 21, 32, 33. The golf club 54 is detachably secured by a clamp to a guide member 44 (Fig. 4) which includes four arms 45 pivoted to a plate 46 and which carry runners 47 which are urged into engagement with the track 15 by springs 49. The guide member 44 also includes track contact elements 51 which are urged into engagement with the track 15 by springs 50.
Patent GB-1191050-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to a Process for Hydrocarbon Pyrolysis
Inventor: REITSEMA ROBERT H
IPC: C10G9/00
Filed: 1968-12-30
Abstract: 1,191,050. Cracking naphtha. MARATHON OIL CO. 30 Dec., 1968 [29 Dec., 1967], No. 61717/68. Heading C5E. Ethylene and acetylene are produced by cracking naphtha in a regenerative pyrolysis furnace, e.g. of the Wulff type, in the presence of 1À5-2À2 pounds of steam/pound of naphtha, and at a feed rate of 4-6À5 pounds hydrocarbon/  minute/sq. foot of cross-sectional area of the furnace. Other process conditions are conventional, e.g. temp. 1000-2000‹ C., pressure 0À2-0À8 atmospheres, and residence time preferably below 0.02 seconds. Light, heavy, coker and straight-run naphthas are suitable feeds.
Patent GB-2006464-A (GB)
Title: Improved Electrophotographic Plate
IPC: G03G5/02
Filed: 1978-10-03
Abstract: An electrophotographic plate comprises a transparent supporting base 10, a photoconductive layer 20 and an intermediate layer comprising spaced strips 12 and 14 of transparent and opaque conductive material respectively, the strips being arranged to apply an operating voltage to the plate. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2010721-A (GB)
Title: Alumino-thermic welding of Austenitic Manganese Steel
IPC: B23K35/30
Filed: 1978-11-06
Abstract: A method of aluminothermic welding of members (e.g. railway track) of austenitic steel containing by weight 10 to 20% manganese, 0.5 to 1.5% carbon and 0 to 0.5% nickel, and particularly low carbon austenitic steels containing by weight 14 to 17% manganese, 0.5 to 1.5% carbon and 0 to 5% nickel, comprises using a particulate mix for forming the aluminothermic steel, which mix is substantially free from phosphorus and produces less than 0.6 wt% silicon and a mould which contains less than 10 wt% silicon. The mould is preferably magnesite mixed with a silicate binder.
Patent GB-2014060-A (GB)
Title: Device for purifying blood
IPC: B01D63/04
Filed: 1979-02-01
Abstract: A device for the removal of urinous substances from blood by simultaneous filtration and dialysis thereof comprises in one embodiment a housing (4) divided by at least one filtration membrane (7) and at least one dialysis membrane (5) into three flow chambers. Blood passes through the housing from inlet (3a) to outlet (3b) via the third flow chamber (III) in a thin film in contact with the membranes (5, 7). A first flow chamber (I) having an outlet (1) for the filtrate and a second flow chamber (II) having an inlet (2a) and an outlet (2b) for the dialysate are provided on the opposite sides of the respective membranes (7, 5) from the third flow chamber. In other embodiments, independent filtration and dialysis modules are situated in a common housing. The membranes may be fold membranes, flattened hose membranes, or capillary membranes. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2014540-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to apparatus for raising and lowering wheeled loads
IPC: B66F7/08
Filed: 1979-02-26
Abstract: A wheelchair with an occupant is transferred from the ground to the inside of an ambulance or van by a transfer platform (9), (11) mounted by a linkage (8) on a base (1), the platform being maintained horizontal by the linkage as it is raised and lowered by a hydraulic ram (16). The platform simultaneously moves in its own plane so that it can reach over a projecting step. The base may be partially wheeled (3) and be equipped with a stabiliser (5). Tracks (9) forming the platform, and other parts of the apparatus, are foldable for ease of transport. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2045551-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for electroslag re- melting of consumable electrodes
IPC: H05B3/00
Filed: 1979-03-01
Abstract: Electrode holders 6, 7 hold at least two consumable electrodes 8, 9 connected to different terminals 17, 18 of an a.c. power source 3. The mould 2 and the bottom plate 1 are electrically connected to each other and, through rectifiers 19, 20, to the a.c. power source 3, the rectifiers 19, 20 being connected to the same terminals 17, 18 of the a.c. power source 3 as the electrode holders 6, 7. The rectifiers 19, 20 are so connected into the circuit as to provide a flow of only direct current through the bottom plate 1 and mould 2 towards the a.c. source 3 through the rectifiers 19, 20. This is said to prevent mould destruction by spark discharge and to improve ingot quality. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2043881-A (GB)
Title: Differential Pressure Sensor
IPC: G01L9/00
Filed: 1979-03-08
Abstract: A differential pressure sensor comprises a tubular mounting member 1 in which is mounted an optical source/sensing assembly 3. A rod 5 carried by bellows 4 is movable longitudinally within the tubular member 1 and has mounted thereon a graded optical filter 6. The whole structure is enclosed in housing members 7 which are connected to fluid pressure pipes. Movement of the filter within the tubular member modulates the light received by the optical sensing means. The optical source is preferably driven in a pulsed mode to extend its useful lifetime. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2017991-A (GB)
Title: Multi-channel receiver control apparatus
IPC: B61L3/00
Filed: 1979-03-21
Abstract: An automatic train protection (A.T.P.) system comprises a fail-safe A.T.P. channel and a non-fail-safe A.T.P. channel, each separately responsive to maximum speed limit signals transmitted to a train by a track circuit. A number of alternative speed limits are possible and each is indicated by a respective modulation frequency of a track circuit carrier frequency. Since A.T.P. equipment may detect several modulation frequencies leading to danger, the non-fail-safe channel includes mixed modulation detecting means to detect the presence of more than one speed limit modulation frequency, and to inhibit the non-fail-safe channel output signal causing the train's braking system to be operated. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2017966-A (GB)
Title: Ophthalmic trial frame for refracting device
IPC: A61B3/04
Filed: 1979-03-30
Abstract: A fixture 10 for use in refracting an aphakic eye over a properly patient fitted spectacles frame glazed with major spherical component lenses and placed in a position of use upon the patient. The fixture 10 having trial lens holders for right 34a and left eye 34b refraction suspended from a main supporting bar 16, is attached to rims of the spectacles frame for establishing a parallel relationship between the holders and the frame and provision is made for separately adjusting each right and left eye lens holder vertically and horizontally as needed for centering with a corresponding glazed lens. Refraction over the major lens in each case may be conducted with trial lenses placed in the respective holders. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2018414-A (GB)
Title: Telescopic assemblies
IPC: F21V21/22
Filed: 1979-04-02
Abstract: In a square section telescopic tubular assembly e.g. for supporting a studio lamp, or forming a crane boom, the inner face of each outer tube 1d carries adjacent one end a pad formed by a circular disc portion of a plastics button 6 having a short shank 5 engaged in a hole 4 near one end of the tube 1d. Near the opposite end of the next inner tube 1c, a pair of smaller buttons 9c is mounted on each outer face of the tube 1c for making seating engagement with each button 6 in the fully extended state of the assembly. Variations in tube clearances can be accommodated by selective assembly from a range of button head thicknesses and some buttons may include a captive ball bearing on the opposed tube. Applications are to retractible TV or film studio lighting supports with the aid of a winch cable passed down the centre of the assembly and to hydraulic crane booms. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2018838-A (GB)
Title: Resilient coupling device
IPC: D01H7/10
Filed: 1979-04-03
Abstract: A resilient coupling device for a double-twist twisting mechanism with concurrent axes, comprising a centred assembly (1) and an off-centred assembly (2) which fit one into the other and each having fixing members (3,4) positioned in the same direction and distributed alternately about the axis of the device, and at least one pair of connection members disposed symmetrically to give opposing action, each connection member being constituted by the combination of a flexible traction element (6) having a small elongation and a resilient bearing (6) operating under compression and interposed between at least one end of the traction element and the corresponding fixing member. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2029725-A (GB)
Title: Process for improving the adhesion of polyvinyl chloride to a woven or knitted fabric, web or other macromolecular polymethylene terephthalate product composed of threads, yarns or fibres
IPC: D06M101/16
Filed: 1979-08-14
Abstract: A process for improving the adhesion of polyvinyl chloride to a woven or knitted fabric, web or other macromolecular polymethylene terephthalate product composed of threads, yarns or fibres, which process comprises treating a product with a solution of polyethylene imine and, if required, subjecting the product so treated to a drying treatment, and applying to the so treated product a coating containing a polyvinyl chloride, a plasticizing agent and a polyisocyanate, and subsequently gelatinizing the coating. The polyethylene imine may be applied to the macromolecular polymethylene terephthalate from a spin finish or by dipping the product in an aqueous solution thereof.
Patent GB-2030141-A (GB)
Title: Novel aminoglycosides, their production and use as anti-microbial agents
IPC: C07D209/48
Filed: 1979-09-10
Abstract: Novel aminoglycosides of the basic structure   <IMAGE> useful as anti-bacterial agents. For definitions of substituents, see the specification. But R1 signifies a group of formula -C(=O)Z-(CH2)n-NH2, in which Z is -O-, -NH-, or -N(OH)- and n is 2,3,4 or 5.
Patent GB-2032397-A (GB)
Title: Mechanism for Dispensing Flat Articles
IPC: B65H3/52
Filed: 1979-09-14
Abstract: A mechanism for dispensing the lowermost article of a stack of flat articles disposed in a magazine through a dispensing slot formed between the bottom 1 of the magazine and a plate-like outer retaining means 14 includes a plate- like inner retaining means 10 which is arranged in juxtaposition with the outer retaining means 14 to be moved between a first position, in which it blocks the dispensing slot, and a second position in which it permits the passage of an article through the dispensing slot. The edge of the inner retaining means 10 nearest the magazine bottom 1 is rounded on the side facing the magazine such that, when an article is moved by a manually operated friction plate feeding means 3, 4 the article causes the inner retaining means 10 to be moved from its first to its second position. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2036234-A (GB)
Title: Rod connectors
IPC: A01G9/12
Filed: 1979-11-05
Abstract: A connector for rod members such as garden canes comprises a body provided with a plurality of longitudinal holes extending into the body from its surface, each hole having an interior wall tapering inwardly capable of gripping an end of a rod 4 inserted therein and the longitudinal axes of the holes subtending angles with each other.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2042451-A (GB)
Title: Cigarette conveyor system forming a reservoir
IPC: B65G15/06
Filed: 1979-11-19
Abstract: A reservoir for use in a conveyor system for cigarettes or similar rod-like articles comprises a laterally flexible conveyor (12) and a number of curved guide members (preferably wheels 14 to 17) having at least two different diameters and arranged to guide the conveyor along a spiral path, in a substantially constant plane, including a loop or partial loop lying within a wider loop or partial loop. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2070554-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for lifting a heavy load from a floating vessel
IPC: B63B27/16
Filed: 1980-01-18
Abstract: A method and apparatus for lifting a heavy load from a floating vessel, comprising a dual spring system, one part of which is suspended from support means such as a part of the platform and the other part of which is provided on the vessel. The load 9 is supported on a resiliently deformable cushion 21 on the vessel 7 and for transport from the shore to the platform is rigidly secured to the vessel with the cushion in a deformed state and at arrival beneath the platform, lift lines 11, 13 preferably in the form of several multi- fall lines 15, 17 are lowered from the platform and connected to the load. Once connection has been achieved, means securing the load to the vessel are released, apart from horizontal restraints, the lifting lines are drawn in and once the load is lifted free of the vessel the horizontal restraints are also released. Any vertical movement of the vessel which might normally result in the vessel colliding with the underside of the load is absorbed within acceptable limites by the lifting lines acting as springs and the cushion. In this way, extremely heavy loads can be raised onto the platform by lifting equipment having a combined lifting capacity which is less than the weight of the load. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2069681-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to heat exchangers
IPC: F28F9/00
Filed: 1980-02-13
Abstract: A heat exchanger housing comprises a cylindrical body portion 10 of drawn tubing at the ends of which are secured (e.g. by interengaging screw threads) hub portions 11, 12 each having therein a port (e.g. 15) for a first fluid, end covers 20, 21 being attached respectively (eg by bolts 19) one to each hub portion, and each having a port (eg 24) for the conveyance of a second fluid. The preferred arrangement includes within the housing tubes 3 attached at their ends to tube plates 4 which are sealed at their periphery to the housing structure by O-ring seals 22. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2071131-A (GB)
Title: Liquid crystal materials suitable for use in twisted nematic displays
IPC: C09K19/42
Filed: 1980-02-18
Abstract: A nematic liquid crystal material suitable for use in a twisted nematic liquid crystal display comprises a mixture of:   (a) at least one nematogenic compound having a positive dielectric anisotropy having a magnitude greater than 3 (e.g. having a terminal cyano group); together with   (b) at least one nematogenic compound having a formula   <IMAGE>  where R<1> is an alkyl group, R<2> is an alkyl or alkoxy group and   <IMAGE> is a bicyclo (2,2,2) octane ring.   Preferably the compound(s) of formula (I) constitutes between 10 and 90% by weight of the mixture, desirably about 40% by weight.
Patent GB-2048167-A (GB)
Title: Composite synthetic resin panes
IPC: B32B27/08
Filed: 1980-04-09
Abstract: A transparent composite synthetic resin pane, especially for the glazing of vehicles, comprises;   a) a transparent synthetic resin substrate pane, preferably of approximately constant thickness; b) at least one transparent synthetic resin film, optionally provided on the surface remote from the substrate pane with a weather- and/or scratch-resistant synthetic resin layer; and c) at least one transparent adhesive resin layer between the substrate pane and the synthetic resin film and more firmly adherent to the synthetic resin film than to the substrate pane whereby the adhesive resin layer is detachable together with the synthetic resin film from the substrate pane. The invention also provides a detachable synthetic resin wear film for use in the production of composite panes as described above. r
Patent GB-2073773-A (GB)
Title: Aluminium Alloys Containing Antimony
IPC: F16H61/06
Filed: 1980-04-11
Abstract: Aluminium alloys containing, apart from impurities, 6% to 13% by weight and preferably 7% to 11% by weight of silicon; 3% to 6% by weight and preferably 3.5% to 5.5% by weight of copper; 0.2% to 1% by weight and preferably 0.25% to 0.6% by weight of magnesium; and 0.03% to 1% by weight and preferably 0.10% to 0.60% by weight of antimony; and if required, further containing: one or more of a trace to 1.5% by weight of manganese; a trace to 1.0% by weight of chromium; a trace to 2.5% by weight of nickel; and a trace to 0.3% by weight of titanium; the balance being aluminium. These alloys are superior in castability, heat resistance, and toughness.
Patent GB-2050800-A (GB)
Title: Edible fat products
IPC: A23L13/20
Filed: 1980-05-09
Abstract: A method of manufacturing a slice of edible fat suitable for wrapping cookable meat products, particularly poultry products suitable for roasting involves the production of an emulsion of pork back fat, preferably using measured quantities of pork rind and rindless pork back fat, to which is added water and a binding agent such as a soya protein concentrate to assist in the binding of the emulsified fat and the water to make a smooth paste. Permitted colouring is also preferably added. The paste is then moulded and allowed to set by chilling before slices of appropriate thickness are sliced therefrom, ready to be wrapped around meat products.
Patent GB-2058370-A (GB)
Title: Dynamometer Cell
IPC: G01L1/00
Filed: 1980-05-16
Abstract: The rate of primary precession in a gyroscopic dynamometer cell is proportional to a force applied to its inner gimbal. The inner gimbal 13 is supported by the outer gimbal 10 with a freedom of movement about an axis YY which is at right angles to but spaced from the axis XX about which the primary precession occurs. A non- coprecessing link 15 then applies the force through a swivel 17 directly to the inner gimbal along the axis of primary precession. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2051921-A (GB)
Title: Batten for Wire Fencing
IPC: E04H17/12
Filed: 1980-05-27
Abstract: A fence batten 10 includes a relatively elongate body formed of an angled strip of substantially rigid material. A ridge 13 extends along the body with a plurality of slots 11 through said ridge 13 being spaced apart at convenient centres to accommodate a variety of wire spacings. A holding means 16 consisting of a separate wedge such as a nail or fastener with a relatively large head is also provided. The batten 10 is pushed onto the wires which fit into the apertures at desired spacings. The wedges are forced between the wire and the inside apex of the batten 10 to position the wires securely in the slots 11. Various alternative embodiments of batten are described with two embodiments of integrally formed holding means 35, 53 which are crimped to force the wires into the slots. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2055330-A (GB)
Title: A flotation device for supporting a person in water
IPC: B63B35/74
Filed: 1980-06-04
Abstract: A flotation device for supporting a person in water comprises an elongate tubular frame 10 including at least one body-support member 12, and front and rear float assemblies 20, 15 mounted on the frame. The rear float assembly comprises two float elements 15 spaced apart transversely of the elongate frame 10, and the float elements 20, 15 are so disposed that, when the device is floating in the water, the body-support member 12 is below water level, so that a person using the device is partly in the water. The device may be arranged to carry two persons. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2059530-A (GB)
Title: An Anti-skid Modulating Valve
IPC: B60T8/36
Filed: 1980-10-02
Abstract: An anti-skid modulating valve assembly comprises a plurality of main valves 14, which are pilot- controlled by solenoid valves in passages 35. The valves are disposed in a common housing 17 at the bottom of which is disposed a common exhaust valve 34. A ventilating valve 36 allows small quantities of operating compressed air, enriched at 41 with anti-freezing agent, to flow into valve secondary chambers (33) which are subjected to increased risk of freezing as a result of long rest periods. the branched-off portion of the operating compressed air flows, preferably together with the precipitated water, to the atmosphere by way of the exhaust valve 34. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2069165-A (GB)
Title: Electrophotogaphic record carrier
IPC: G03G5/10
Filed: 1981-01-23
Abstract: An electrophotographic record carrier, e.g., a drum for a photocopying machine, comprises a metal substrate, e.g. aluminum, covered first with a thin layer of a material such as tellurium or gold which is capable of injecting holes into a second thick layer of selenium-tellurium. The outer layer may also be doped with a halogen, such as chlorine.
Patent GB-2079204-A (GB)
Title: Methods of Securing a Tube in the Bore of a Wall
IPC: F16L41/08
Filed: 1981-06-16
Abstract: A method of securing a metallic tube (3) in a bore (2) of a metallic wall (1) during the manufacture of a heat- exchanger or a heat collector, involves the insertion of the tube (3) into the bore (2) to leave a clearance between the tube (3) and the wall (1). The tube (3) is encircled by a metallic sealing material (4), which may be coated onto this tube. The portion of the tube (3) within the bore (2) is hydraulically expanded and/or mechanically deformed to deform the sealing material (4) to effect a seal between the tube (3) and wall (1). The extent of expansion and/or deformation is such as to hold the sealing material (4) beyond its yield point. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2083950-A (GB)
Title: Capacitor
IPC: H01G4/005
Filed: 1981-06-25
Abstract: One electrode 12 of a wound capacitor 8 comprises a dielectric strip metallized on both sides and along one edge while the other electrode 10 consists of a metal foil. Two dielectric layers 14 are interleaved with the electrodes. The capacitor has a heat dissipating core. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2104646-A (GB)
Title: Gas holders
Inventor: HENRIKSEN NOROLF
IPC: F17B1/12
Filed: 1981-08-25
Abstract: A gasholder having a dome supported for vertical movement in a liquid basin includes a simple guiding device for the dome which comprises a stationary mast (4) and a coaxial pipe (5) slidably mounted thereon, the pipe being attached to the dome (1). A central location of a single mast (4) or a symmetrical distribution of a plurality of masts (4) provides a stable guidance system. Both ends of the pipe (5) are open to permit gas escape when its lower end is above the liquid level. Non-metallic guide shoes (10) are mounted on the pipe (5). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2083527-A (GB)
Title: Blasting
IPC: F42D1/10
Filed: 1981-09-02
Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and method for initiating an explosive which has been loaded into a hole or series of holes. The apparatus includes a holder for a detonator, alignment means for bringing the holder and detonator into register with the hole, and urging means for urging the detonator from the holder into the hole. The method involves, correspondingly, inserting a detonator into a hole by bringing the detonator in a holder into register with the hole, urging the detonator into the hole and initiating the detonator.