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Patent GB-2436961-A (GB)
Title: Fuel Cell Device
Inventor: CHANG TSANG-MING
IPC: H01M8/10
Filed: 2007-04-04
Abstract: A fuel cell device is disclosed, which comprises one or more membrane electrode assemblies and at least one two-sided flow board disposed on one side of the membrane electrode assembly. The two-sided flow board comprises a substrate including one or more flow channels, wherein the flow channels are disposed corresponding to the membrane electrode assemblies. The two-sided flow board also comprises one or more conductive sheets made of a conductive material, wherein the conductive sheets respectively cover the flow channels of the substrate, and are fixed to the substrate. The two-sided flow board further comprises one or more current collection sheets made of a conductive material, wherein the current collection sheets respectively cover the conductive sheets, and are fixed to the conductive sheets.
Patent GB-2450084-A (GB)
Title: Electric fire comprising a fuel bed
Inventor: PURTON Arthur
IPC: F24C7/00
Filed: 2007-06-11
Abstract: An electric fire 100 includes a pre-recorded image sequence 115 of a burning fire displayed on a display screen 110 within the fire, and a fuel bed 130 comprising fuel elements 135 located towards the front of the screen. Preferably, the image sequence includes a flame component 120 and a fuel bed component 125. At least some of the fuel elements are matched to the location of displayed images of a corresponding fuel bed on the screen, such that the fuel bed provides a three dimensional representation of the two dimensional image of the fuel bed being displayed on the screen. The characteristics of the fuel bed are changeable, particularly with regard to orientation and colouring, with the fire being configured to provide for a changing of those characteristics in response to changes in the displayed image on the screen. The fuel bed can have a controllable lighting arrangement, where control of the lighting arrangement effects changes in the perceived lighting of the fuel bed and where the changes in the lighting arrangement are related to changes in the displayed images. A housing can be provided comprising the fuel bed, where at least a portion of the fuel bed can be moved under application of a control signal to effect a change in the positioning of the moveable portion of the fuel bed relative to the housing.
Patent GB-2441895-A (GB)
Title: Damped door operator comprising piston having foam accumulator and spacer member
Inventor: REID ALISTER PETER
IPC: E05F3/10
Filed: 2007-01-23
Abstract: A door closer comprises a housing for fitting into a door a tension member extending longitudinally within a central bore of the housing and extending outwardly of the housing through the opening to define an end thereof for fitting to a door frame, a spring within the housing and a hydraulic damping. The piston includes an accumulator 90 comprising a compressible foam body and a spacer element.
Patent GB-2457250-A (GB)
Title: Multi-socket extension lead with remote switching
Inventor: SENSKA THOMAS
IPC: H01R13/70
Filed: 2008-02-06
Abstract: An extension cable 2 for supplying electrical power from a wall outlet socket 4 to at least one electrical appliance comprises a plug 5, a power lead 6 and one or more sockets 3 in a power strip 1. A remote switch 7,8 is connected to the power strip by means of another power lead. The remote switch, preferably a foot switch, can be located in an accessible position and allows selective switching on and off electrical power to the appliances connected to the sockets 3.
Patent GB-2458331-A (GB)
Title: A plug for a bath or sink that measures and displays the temperature of the bath water
Inventor: ABBOTT DAVID PAUL NAILL
IPC: A47K1/14
Filed: 2008-03-14
Abstract: A plug for a bath or sink that measures and displays the temperature of bath water comprising a heat transfer device 2 which transfers the heat of the bath water to a temperature measuring and displaying means that are enclosed in a water tight casing, the top of the casing is transparent to allow the display to be viewed. Preferably the heat transfer device 2 is made from a conductive material that passes through the transparent casing to the temperature measuring means. The temperature measuring means may be in the form of a digital thermometer that connects to a digital display 4, a bimetallic coil (16, fig 8) the expansion and contraction of which is visually represented by an arrow (fig 12) moving around a temperature display disk, or a capillary tube thermometer, where the expansion of fluid in a reservoir expands and runs along a capillary tube that runs over a visual display to display the temperature. The temperature displays may show the temperature in words, numbers or graphically to convey the temperature of the water. In addition the plug may incorporate flashing lights to warn the user that the water is too hot.
Patent GB-2448238-A (GB)
Title: A fluid displacement device
Inventor: LARGE TIMOTHY ANDREW
IPC: A61B1/00
Filed: 2008-04-07
Abstract: A device comprises a first cavity 1 containing a first fluid and a second cavity 2 containing a second fluid, separated by a flexible membrane 3. First and second electrodes 4, 5 are positioned in the first and second cavities respectively whereby the application of a voltage between the electrodes can cause movement of the membrane 3 by the build up of an electrostatic charge between the membrane 3 and first electrode 4. The first electrode 4 may be an annulus while the membrane 3 and at least one cavity wall may be transparent. The first fluid is preferably a non-conductive fluid such as siloxane, while the second fluid is preferably a conductive fluid such as brine. The device may be used as an optical device whose focal length is controlled by the voltage application. The first and second fluids are preferably transparent and have different refractive indices but the same densities.
Patent GB-2457516-A (GB)
Title: Tiling system
Inventor: BROWN JOHN
IPC: E04F13/08
Filed: 2008-04-23
Abstract: The tiling system comprises a backing panel, a series of four types of spacers which can be placed on the top side of the backing panel and flexible tubing which can be used for non-standard tiling patterns. In use the backing panel is secured to a floor or wall with the panel having numerous evenly-spaced vertical and horizontal lines on the top side. The spacers are preferably provided in L, T, X and I shapes with either a pin or adhesive on the back surface to enable the spacers to be secured to the backing panel. I-shaped spacers may be positioned according to a desired shape on the backing panel with tubing positioned over the top of the spacers to create an outline and grouting width for a desired tiling pattern.
Patent GB-2460121-A (GB)
Title: Hollow wall fixing
Inventor: COLLINS JOHN RAYMOND
IPC: F16B13/08
Filed: 2008-05-21
Abstract: A hollow wall fixing 1 comprises a screw threaded shaft 3 of which at one end is attached a threaded nut portion2 . The screw threaded shaft 3 has a slot, open at an end opposite the end to which the threaded nut portion 2 is attached. A pair of pivoted elongate leg portions 5 are attached in the slot and are pivotable in use to retain the fixing 1 to a hollow wall by engaging a back surface of the wall. The fixing is encased within a sleeve 6 and the legs 5 may penetrate the hollow wall, in use, where there is no existing hole.
Patent GB-2446102-A (GB)
Title: Improved spacer
Inventor: BRADFIELD HOWARD
IPC: F16L7/00
Filed: 2006-11-20
Abstract: A pipe in pipe spacer (10) for use in coaxial spacing a first pipe within a second pipe, for example, an oil pipe within a carrier pipe. The spacer (10) has an inner face (2) which contacts and engages with the outer surface of the first pipe and an outer surface (3) which contacts the carrier pipe. The inside face (2) of the pipe in pipe spacer (10) is coated with a coating (8) relatively of a soft deformable material, such as zinc, so that the coefficient of friction between the outer surface of the first pipe and the inside face of the pipe in pipe spacer is higher than the coefficient of friction between the outer surface of the first pipe and the inside face of the uncoated pipe in pipe spacer.
Patent GB-2461332-A (GB)
Title: A method of adhering an adhesive to a fabric piece
Inventor: MORRIS PAUL
IPC: C09J7/35
Filed: 2008-06-23
Abstract: A method of adhering an adhesive to a fabric piece comprising the steps of providing a fabric piece, pre-treating a portion of the fabric piece to increase its surface wettability; and, pressing the adhesive and the pre-treated portion of the fabric piece together. The pre-treatment may include roughening the surface or subjecting the surface to plasma, preferably neutral plasma. The adhesive may be a film, preferably thermoplastic, more preferably a polyurethane. Most preferably the adhesive is a coating on a tape. In another aspect, a composite structure comprising a fabric piece, a portion of the surface of which has a greater surface wettability than the surrounding surface and an adhesive bonded to the portion. In yet another aspect, an apparatus1for adhering an adhesive5to a fabric7comprising first and second plates2,3having a gap therebetween4, a displacement means and a pretreatment means8.
Patent GB-2451019-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus comprising a valve for controlling the flow of hot water between water circuits
Inventor: ANDERSEN JENS-OTTO RAVN
IPC: F24D18/00
Filed: 2008-07-10
Abstract: An apparatus, and associated method, for controlling the connection of a heating device water circuit 4 to a main water circuit 5. The connection includes a valve 8 for controlling the flow of water from the heating device water circuit output to the main water circuit. The apparatus includes a control system for controlling operation of the valve, where the control system has two sensor inputs comprising first and second temperature sensor inputs 9, 10. The first temperature sensor input measures a return temperature at a location upstream of the heating device water circuit output and in a flow path extending from this output toward the heating device. The second temperature sensor input measures a forward temperature of the main water circuit downstream of the heating device water circuit output. Preferably, the heating device water circuit includes a combined heat and power (CHP) unit heating device 1 and a heat storage means 3. The main water circuit preferably includes a secondary heating device 2, such as a boiler. The CHP unit and the secondary heating device may be arranged to operate in a first mode where the CHP unit provides heat to the heat storage means and the secondary heating device provides all of the heated water required to meet the heat demand of an installation.
Patent GB-2464521-A (GB)
Title: Processing image data for multiple view displays
Inventor: BROUGHTON BENJAMIN JOHN
IPC: H04N13/00
Filed: 2008-10-20
Abstract: A method of processing image pixel data for a multiview display comprises receiving image pixel data and a first processing step of processing said pixel data to produce a multiple-view effect to a viewer. In a second processing step, for each of a plurality of subsets of the pixel data, where each subset comprises a same number of pixel groups and each pixel group comprises at least one pixel, new pixel data is generated for at least one of the pixel groups of the subset in dependence upon the pattern of pixel data in the pixel groups of the subset. The generation of the new pixel data is performed in a manner that is capable of distinguishing at least one such pattern from its inverse. Also disclosed is a method wherein the first processing step involves the introduction of variations in luminance which are not perceivable by an on-axis viewer (ie one directly in front of the display), yet perceivable by an off-axis viewer. Another method disclosed involves, in the second processing step, calculating a measure (eg an average) based upon image pixel data and, dependent upon the result, assigning the pixels to one of a predetermined set of levels. Each of the methods disclosed is intended to enable a multiview display with optimized image quality in which the multiple views are provided by image processing steps.
Patent GB-2467184-A (GB)
Title: Load testing apparatus
Inventor: JEPPESEN BEN
IPC: G01N3/08
Filed: 2009-01-27
Abstract: Provided are a structure testing apparatus 10, a controller for such an apparatus and a method for controlling a structure testing apparatus in which operation of a direct drive electromagnetic actuator 40 is continuously auto-tuned during a test, so that the test load applied to a specimen 50 during the test is the correct, desired load according to the current specimen 50 parameters including stiffness. Forward and feedback control gains are repeatedly recalculated during the test in response to monitored specimen parameters, as measured by extensometer 100. One or more sensors 110 measure the position and velocity of the actuator 40.
Patent GB-2457835-A (GB)
Title: Optical encoder using reflectors on a code member to reflect light and to produce light spots that travel across a detector array
Inventor: TAN BOON KEAT
IPC: G01D5/347
Filed: 2006-09-11
Abstract: An optical encoder includes a code member 20, a light source 12 and a detector array 13. The code member 20 has a plurality of reflectors 22 thereon; and the light source is positioned to illuminate an area of the code member 20 that includes at least one of the reflectors 22. The detector array includes at least one detector set 14, each of which includes a plurality of detector elements 16. The code member 20 and the detector array 13 are moveable with respect to one another along a displacement direction, and as the code member 20 moves with respect to the detector array 13, the reflectors 22 on the code member 20 reflect light emitted by the light source 12 to produce circular or elliptical light spots that travel across the detector array 13. The light source, detector and code member are positioned and the reflectors on the code member are sized to cause the light spots to have dimensions along the displacement direction in a range of about 40% to about 80% of a width of one of the detectors.
Patent GB-2472003-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for capturing wind energy in moving vehicles
Inventor: ROSE NEAL MAURICE
IPC: B62D57/04
Filed: 2009-07-20
Abstract: An apparatus 10 for capturing wind energy comprises an inlet 14 provided in a forward facing position on a vehicle 12. A duct 16 connected to the inlet 14 extends through 180 degrees in a smooth curve to an outlet 18. A planar surface 20 attached to the vehicle 12 is positioned adjacent the outlet substantially perpendicular to an axis of the duct at the outlet, outlet flow from the duct hitting the surface. A sail arrangement 50 is shown in Figure 5 mounted to a tail fin 58 of an aircraft 60, including planar members 52, 54, which can be closed or opened depending on whether there is a tailwind or headwind.
Patent GB-2460565-A (GB)
Title: Welder and welding method
Inventor: KITAGAWA JUN
IPC: B23K11/11
Filed: 2008-03-27
Abstract: A welder comprising a first electrode chip (3), a second electrode chip (4) opposing the first electrode chip, and a conductive portion (2) which can be interposed between the second electrode chip and a work (W) in order to ensure electrical conduction between them. The conductive portion comprises a conductive member (10) having one side opposing the work through an air gap (S) when it is interposed between the second electrode chip and the work and the other side abutting against the second electrode chip, and a pair of abutting members (8, 9) exhibiting conductivity which are provided integrally with the conductive member to extend toward the work and abut against the work at the tip thereof wherein the abutting position of the conductive member and the second electrode chip is located between the abutting members.
Patent GB-2469888-A (GB)
Title: Field-responsive fluids
Inventor: OCALAN MURAT
IPC: C09K8/42
Filed: 2009-02-23
Abstract: A field-responsive fluid which enters a semi-solid state in the presence of an energy field is improved by use of a plurality of energy field responsive particles which form chains in response to the energy field. The particles can be (a) composite particles in which at least one field-responsive member having a first density is attached to at least one member having a second density that is lower than the first density, (b) shaped particles in which at least one field-responsive member has one or more inclusions, and (c) combinations thereof. The particles improve the field-responsive fluid by reducing density without eliminating field-responsive properties which afford utility. Further, a multi-phase base fluid including a mixture of two or more substances, at least two of which are immiscible, may be used. The multi-phase base fluid improves the field-responsive fluid because surface tension between the boundaries of the immiscible substances in conjunction with chains formed by field-responsive particles tends to stop or retard creep flow, resulting an improved dynamic or static seal.
Patent GB-2469360-A (GB)
Title: Communicating data between transaction engines and transaction clients in different local area networks over a dark fibre optical link for reduced latency
Inventor: SZELL THADDEUS
IPC: H04B10/272
Filed: 2009-11-18
Abstract: A system communicates data in a networked environment via a transaction engine connected to a first local network, a transaction client connected to a second local network, and an optical data link connecting the first local network to the second local network. The optical data link comprises optical fibre which is dark fibre and the transaction client is configured to transmit transaction data to the transaction engine which is configured to carry out a transaction based on the transaction data. The use of dark fibre (dedicated fibre optic links not shared with other subscribers) reduces signal latency.
Patent GB-136196-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway-couplings or the like.
Inventor: MADJAROGLOU PRODROMOS
IPC: B61G1/18
Filed: 1918-06-17
Abstract: 136,196. Madjaroglou, P., and Paulick, A. June 17, 1918. Couplings, non-automatic.-Relates to couplings for railway &c. vehicles, of the type in which a male member in the form of a bolt k having a flattened head m is adapted to enter a rectangular aperture in a female member f and to be retained therein by forming a bayonet closure. According to the invention, the male member is connected to the vehicle by means of a ball joint o and supported in a substantially horizontal position by two springs q connected to a loose ring r surrounding the bolt k, and is provided with a lever s whereby the coupling can be operated from the side of the vehicle or from the brakeman's seat. Brackets t, u are provided on the end of the vehicle to hold the lever s in the coupled or uncoupled position. A spring h may be located inside the female member f to form a buffer for the head m.
Patent GB-668503-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to distributor valve assemblies for fluid pressure braking systems
IPC: B60T15/48
Filed: 1950-04-24
Abstract: 668,503. Fluid-pressure brakes. WESTING- HOUSE BRAKE & SIGNAL CO., Ltd. April 24, 1950 [Dec. 27, 1949], No. 10044/50. Class 103 (i). A distributer valve assembly for fluid-pressure braking apparatus has a separate control chamber charging valve device comprising a casing 10 divided into three chambers by two coaxial diaphragms 22 and 25. The first end chamber 26 is placed in communication with a source of fluid under pressure during a brake application and with the brake cylinder during release, the middle chamber is in permanent communication by port 19 with a source of pressure for charging the control chamber through port 17 controlled by valve 18, and the second end chamber 20 is permanently at atmospheric pressure. A common stem 24 extending between the diaphragms 22 and 25 has an arm 27 which engages the charging valve 18 to open same, as result of change of pressure in the chamber 26, the operation of the valve device being characterized in that the diaphragms 22 and 25 are of equal area and are biased by a spring 21 contained in the second end chamber towards a position in which the valve 18 is open.
Patent GB-726113-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in dry cells
Inventor: LANG MAURICE
IPC: H01M50/562
Filed: 1953-04-13
Abstract: 726,113. Batteries. HYMAN, H. April 13, 1953, No. 10050/53. Class 53. A dry cell having a zinc cup 16 is enclosed in an insulating cover 26 which is closed in a liquid-tight manner at its lower end by a metal plate 42 in contact with the zinc cup. In order to prevent the plate 42 from being attacked by the electrolyte when the bottom of the zinc cup has been corroded and perforated it is made of copper, silver or other metal having a normal electrode potential of + 0.3 volt or over. The carbon rod 12 and carbon-manganese dioxide mixture 14 are separated from the zinc cup by a paste electrolyte 20 of ammonium chloride zinc chloride cereal and water. The zinc cup is closed by a wax seal 22 and a paper washer 24. The top of the cell is closed by a metal disc 28, a paper washer 34 and a metal cap 38 forming the positive terminal.
Patent GB-707942-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to coal mining
IPC: E21C25/14
Filed: 1952-04-22
Abstract: 707,942. Mining machines. EICKHOFF MASCHINENFABRIK UND EISENGIESSEREI, GES. GEB. April 22, 1952 [April 25, 1951], No. 10058/52. Class 68(1) In a method of mining, the coal at the lower part of a seam is freed by making in said part a number of narrow upwardly extending cuts, removing the freed coal on to a. face conveyer, and subsequently moving the conveyer into the mined out space so as to be overhung by the upper part of the seam. The apparatus for cutting out the lower part of the seam may be arranged to work in one or both directions along the face, and in the former case it consists of a cutter capable of forming a number of narrow upwardly extending cuts, the cutter preceding a loading means which, in turn, precedes the motor for driving the cutter. In one embodiment the apparatus comprises a cable hauled frame having an arm 7 extending parallel to and disposed outwards of the face, and on said arm is mounted a drum cutter 11 to the rear of which is positioned a ramp 13 which guides the disintegrated coal upwardly and sideways over the motor casing 6 on to a conveyer 3. A drum cutter and ramp are provided at each end of the machine. In a second embodiment the drive from the motor to the drum is by the pick-carrying chain of a shearing jib disposed inwards of the face of the seam. The disintegrated material is loaded by the paddles of a scraper conveyer circulating around an inclined triangular framework.