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Patent GB-2442948-A (GB)
Title: Flexible rubber support for a paint brush
Inventor: TENNANT ALAN
IPC: B44D3/12
Filed: 2006-07-01
Abstract: A paint brush support is made from rubber and is stretched elastically over the rim of a paint container. The support comprises a rubber annular member having a rubber crossbar member which is held taut above the opening of the container when the annular member is stretched over the rim. The crossbar member acts as both a support for the bristles when the brush is not in use and a scraper for removing excess paint from the brush when it is in use. A gripping member may be provided on the annular member to assist in fitting the device. Cutouts may be provided in the annular member to accommodate the handle of the paint container. A hole may be provided in the gripping member so that the device can be displayed at the point of sale.
Patent GB-2424942-A (GB)
Title: Securing system and method
Inventor: HUGH VICTOR
IPC: E05B73/00
Filed: 2004-12-14
Abstract: A securing system (10) and method including an article holder portion having at least two separable portions (12, 16); a mount portion (14) adapted for carrying at least one of the separable portions of the holder portion; and optionally at least one sensor (52, 54) for monitoring the article and providing an output signal indicative of article tampering. The article is a trigger operated device such as a gun.
Patent GB-2427750-A (GB)
Title: Display device, screen panel and phosphor material composition thereof
Inventor: HU CHUN-MIN
IPC: H01J31/12
Filed: 2005-05-03
Abstract: In an embodiment, a phosphor material composition comprises a phosphor powder and an additive, wherein the additive has an amount in a range of about 0.1 20 % of the phosphor powder in weight. The material of the additive is selected from the group consisting of an energy absorption material and a conductive material and a combination thereof. In another embodiment, a phosphor material composition including a phosphor powder and an additive is provided, wherein the additive has an amount of 2.8ppm-32000ppm. The material of the additive is also selected from the group consisting of an energy absorption material, a conductive material and a combination thereof.
Patent GB-2441509-A (GB)
Title: Fischer-Tropsch synthesis
Inventor: BOWE MICHAEL JOSEPH
IPC: B01J19/24
Filed: 2006-09-06
Abstract: Fischer-Tropsch synthesis is carried out in a reactor module 10 defining a multiplicity of first and second flow channels arranged alternately, carrying a synthesis gas, and a coolant fluid, respectively; each of the first flow channels containing a gas-permeable catalyst 22 for the Fischer-Tropsch reaction. The reactor module 10 is enclosed within a pressure vessel 30, within which the pressure is arranged to be equal to that of the gas flow undergoing Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, this pressure being between 30 and 45 bar, and the reaction temperature being between 180{ and 220{C. The coolant fluid comprises water. The coolant is held at a pressure significantly less than that in the reaction channels, so there is no risk of the coolant leaking into the reaction channels.
Patent GB-2445607-A (GB)
Title: Body armour
Inventor: KERR ANDREW ROBERT ENGLAND
IPC: F41H1/02
Filed: 2006-12-09
Abstract: A protective garment (40) is provided for shielding the upper torso of a wearer of the garment against projectiles or other harmful penetrating threats. The garment (40) comprises a front part (42) for protecting the front of the wearer, a back part (44) for protecting the back of the wearer, shoulder straps (62) connecting the front part to the back part, and adjustable side straps (66) for connecting the front and back parts at the sides. The front and back parts (42, 44) incorporate lightweight soft armour materials that arrest or deflect projectiles impacting on the front and back parts, and at least said front part (42) has pocket means (48) for receiving detachable armour plates (58).
Patent GB-2446403-A (GB)
Title: Moveable security bar for an internal letterbox flap
Inventor: SMITH MICHAEL ROBERT
IPC: A47G29/124
Filed: 2007-02-06
Abstract: A security device for a letterbox flap, comprises slotted brackets 1 fixed in use to the inside of a door on either side of a letterbox, and an engaging bar 5 with a round or oval profile, wherein the bar is inserted into the slotted brackets and can be manually moved up and down therein, to either prevent opening of the flap 9 or to allow the flap to remain open. The engaging bar may be of fixed or variable length and is preferably telescopic using either friction ferrules or a screw thread fixing. The bar may have a handle, preferably larger than the bracket slot to prevent removal therefrom. The bracket slot may be provided at an inclined angle to the letterbox aperture, to allow the engaging bar to rest against flaps of different thickness. A letterbox is secure when the bar is at the base of the slotted bracket, the bar is prevented from automatic movement up the slot by pressure thereupon from the letterbox flap. The security status of the device may be indicated by a colour coded bar and handle, with one side of the oval bar red, the other green. The oval bar may be a slightly smaller size than the bracket slot thus permitting rotation. The security device may be provided integral with a letterbox back plate, preferably incorporating a draught excluding device.
Patent GB-2431404-A (GB)
Title: Peptide
Inventor: O'NEIL DEBORAH
IPC: C07K14/00
Filed: 2007-02-19
Abstract: The present invention relates to a peptide comprising amino acids according to Formula (I): ((X)1(Y)m)n wherein 1, m and n are integers from 0 to 10; X and Y, which may be the same or different, are an amino acid selected from the group consisting of hydrophobic amino acids and/or cationic amino acids, for use as a medicaments.
Patent GB-2447077-A (GB)
Title: Magnetic construction toy
Inventor: HANTMAN PHILIP
IPC: A63H3/46
Filed: 2007-03-01
Abstract: The toy includes first construction members 12 (rods, angled rods, wheels heads) having one or more magnets (30, fig.2) and one or more engaging portion and second construction members 14 (connectors, and body or end pieces) containing one or more material 32 which is attracted to the magnet (ball bearings) and having one or more second engaging portions 34,36 to connect to the first engaging portions, when connected, the first and second engaging portions are prevented from rotating relative to each other by a protrusion on one of the engaging portions that engages a series of wave shaped recesses on the other. This therefore allows many more shapes to be constructed from the toy. Preferably the wave shape is sinusoidal.
Patent GB-2447471-A (GB)
Title: Torque converter to hub coupling with no circumferential contact
Inventor: HIARD MATTHIEU
IPC: F16H41/24
Filed: 2007-03-13
Abstract: An automatic transmission includes a torque converter hub 6 which drives a pump rotor 1 by tangs 2. In order to reduce the pump noise level of the transmission, the pump rotor 1 is centered on the stator shaft 7 extending through the torque converter hub 6 by bushings or bearings 3. The pump rotor 1 is provided with two semi-circular holes 4 close to the central opening for inserting the tangs 2 of the torque converter hub 6 and driving the pump rotor 1.
Patent GB-2448702-A (GB)
Title: System for installing a pond liner
Inventor: CEVOLI LOUIS
IPC: E04H4/14
Filed: 2007-04-24
Abstract: The invention relates to a preformed, foldable pond liner system 1 0 for use in small backyard ponds. The system comprises a template 12 for outlining a perimeter of a basin (20 figure 3) which is then dug out and the pond liner (14 figure 4) placed into the basin. The template may have a variety of shapes and dimensions, including symmetrical and asymmetrical geometric shapes. The ground may be marked around the perimeter of the template by a marker 16 e.g. a paint brush, aerosol, chalk or any means of scoring the ground. The liner is preferably a soft, pliable and flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) liner. A later embodiment relates to a method of installing said pond liner.
Patent GB-2451487-A (GB)
Title: Fire sprinkler system
Inventor: CAIN BERNARD
IPC: A62C35/02
Filed: 2007-08-01
Abstract: A module 11, for a fire sprinkler system 10 in a multiple storey building, comprises a water storage vessel 12, the water storage vessel having at least one of a) a supply valve 18 connectable to another water storage vessel to receive water from the another water storage vessel, and b) a supply outlet 19 connectable to a further water storage vessel to supply water to the further water storage vessel. The water storage vessel further comprises a sprinkler outlet 22 connectable to a floor sprinkler assembly 23. The system 10 comprises a receiving tank 16 and pump 17 connected to the uppermost module 11. The uppermost module 11 is connected to a distribution riser 15a. Each module has an interim filler connection, which enables each module to be filled during construction. As the water level in the storage tanks falls, water is provided from the water tank in the next higher module.
Patent GB-2440691-A (GB)
Title: Attachment for a parenteral device
Inventor: SIMS DOUGLAS ARTHUR
IPC: A61M5/34
Filed: 2007-05-14
Abstract: An attachment for a parenteral device wherein the parenteral device comprises a body defining space and a duct having an opening at its outer end, the duct in use is intended to convey parenteral fluid to or from the space, said attachment comprising a housing adapted to be removably engageable with the body and to be supported by the body, the housing having an engagement portion (13) having a flow path (29) which is to be in communication with the opening and the duct when the engagement portion is in said sealing engagement with the body the housing further comprising an elongate portion (11) slidably supporting a hollow needle (15) wherein the needle has a free end (17) which is open and a handle (20) mounted to the other end, the other end of the needle being closed, the needle provided with a second opening (19) formed through the wall of the needle intermediate of the ends of the needle, the needle being slidably accommodated within the elongate housing to be movable from or to a stored position at which the free end is sealingly accommodated within the housing, to or from an extended position at which the free end extends beyond the housing, the needle being further movable to a retracted position at which the free end is located in a non-sealing manner within the housing, the housing having a sub-chamber which is open to the flow path whereby the second opening is located within the sub-chamber on the needle being moved to the extended position.
Patent GB-2454709-A (GB)
Title: Roof slates
Inventor: FIFIELD JOHN ALFRED
IPC: E04D1/12
Filed: 2007-11-15
Abstract: The invention relates to a roof slate 1 comprising upper and lower edges 7 and 8, oppositely facing side edges 9 and 10, an upper surface 3 and an under surface 5 which has a lower edge region 24 provided with one or more longitudinal weather checks 30 extending along the said oppositely facing side edges 9 and 19 and one or more transverse weather checks 32 extending along the said lower edge 8. By providing such longitudinal and transverse weather checks 30 and 32, slates can be laid to roof pitches below 35{ and down to 17.5{. Moreover, the ingress of wind-driven water through the gaps between the double lapped slates of the low pitch roof into the roof space is prevented. The slates are preferably made from concrete or clay and the weather checks 30 and 32 are preferably in the form of bars. A later embodiment relates to a tiled roof formed of a multiplicity of said roof slates.
Patent GB-2443778-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to lighting
Inventor: NICHOLS ANDREW TANTON
IPC: F16M11/12
Filed: 2006-09-04
Abstract: The invention relates to a lighting apparatus 10 that includes one or more of a lens and focus adjustment means 14, tilt adjustment means 18, and pan adjustment means 20 each with corresponding indicia for setting focus, pan and tilt of the light apparatus.
Patent GB-2445127-A (GB)
Title: Debris exclusion garment for use with footwear
Inventor: WAYNE EDY
IPC: A41B11/00
Filed: 2006-09-15
Abstract: A garment (1) in the form of a sleeve adapted to be worn on the lower leg or ankle along with an article of footwear prevents the ingress of debris into an article of footwear such as a shoe or boot as it further comprises an apron (3) which can be securely attached to the article of footwear.
Patent GB-2460232-A (GB)
Title: A loose cover for a drinking vessel or drinking or food can
Inventor: SVANDA CAROLINE
IPC: A47G19/22
Filed: 2008-05-20
Abstract: A loose cover for a drinking vessel or drinking or food can for example that prevents insects or foreign bodies from falling into the vessel or can. Preferably the cover has protrusions that extend from underneath the cover to prevent the cover from sliding off a glass for example. A number of covers may be stacked one on top of the other. The cover may be made from food safe material that is washable material and may be semi transparent. The top of the cover may be used to place advertisements.
Patent GB-2460884-A (GB)
Title: Insulation piezoelectric transformer with two electrode pairs on ceramic substrate
Inventor: WEI TAO CHIN
IPC: H01L41/047
Filed: 2008-08-15
Abstract: An insulation piezoelectric transformer, with two pairs of electrodes, with upper electrodes (21,31) and lower electrodes (22,32) are respectively formed on the upper surface (11) and lower surface (12) of a ceramic substrate (10) to form the primary side and the secondary side. A high DC voltage is applied to the primary side and the secondary side to polarize the ceramic material in between the upper and lower electrodes. The unpolarized portion of substrate still keeps the properties of a ceramic material and functions as an insulator between the primary and secondary sides. The piezoelectric transformer thereby functions as an insulation piezoelectric transformer useful for high power and high frequency applications such as LCD backlight modules in drivers for a CCFl, Cold Cathode fluorescent lamp, computers etc.
Patent GB-2465633-A (GB)
Title: Anti-acne formulation
Inventor: EADY ELIZABETH ANNE
IPC: A61K47/38
Filed: 2008-12-01
Abstract: Anti-acne formulation containing: (i) a polyoxyalkylene-based solubilising agent; (ii) an organic solvent; and (iii) a thickening agent, together with one or more anti-acne actives selected from (a) bismuth salts; (b) copper salts; (c) antibiotics; (d) halogenated salicylanilides; and mixtures thereof. The formulation may be applied topically. It may additionally include a dialkyl sulphosuccinate (DAS) or derivative thereof. Also provided is such a formulation for use in the treatment of acne, and its use to control the growth of a propionibacterium. Further provided is an antibacterial or anti-acne formulation containing one or more anti-acne actives selected from (a) to (d) above, together with a DAS or derivative thereof.
Patent GB-2453473-A (GB)
Title: Resin composition for aqueous coating material and aqueous coating composition
Inventor: KAWAGUCHI YOHICHI
IPC: C09D5/02
Filed: 2007-08-29
Abstract: Disclosed is a resin composition for aqueous coating materials, which contains a water-dispersible nonionic resin (A) and a water-dispersible anionic core-shell resin (B). This resin composition for aqueous coating materials is characterized in that the water-dispersible nonionic resin (A) contains a polyoxyalkylene group-containing polymerizable unsaturated monomer (a1) in an amount of 5-50% by mass relative to the total polymerizable unsaturated monomers used for producing the resin (A), and the water-dispersible anionic core-shell resin (B) contains an anionic group in the resin. This resin composition enables to obtain an aqueous coating composition having both satisfactory coating workability and satisfactory finish.
Patent GB-2474681-A (GB)
Title: Piezo electric nebuliser
Inventor: DUFFIELD PAUL
IPC: A61M11/00
Filed: 2009-10-23
Abstract: A nebuliser dispenser device for a fluid and a fluid delivery system, comprises a perforated plate piezo electric nebuliser member 2. The nebuliser member 2 is arranged so that it contacts a volume of liquid 3 which in use is intended to be dispensed. The fluid delivery system does not comprise a wick. The member 2 may contact the liquid 3 at a 45 degree angle to the liquid surface.
Patent GB-2463583-A (GB)
Title: Folding utility knife and related method
Inventor: LEBLANC NORMAN
IPC: B26B3/06
Filed: 2008-05-21
Abstract: A folding utility knife has a handle and a blade holder pivotally mounted on he handle. The blade holder is movable between (i) a closed position with the blade holder pivoted inwardly toward the handle, (ii) a cutting position with the blade holder pivoted outwardly relative to the handle, and (iii) a blade release position located between the closed position and the cutting position. A blade release actuator is located on the blade holder and is movable between (i) a first position preventing release of a utility knife blade located on the blade holder, and (ii) a second position permitting release of a utility knife blade located on the blade holder. A locking member is movable between (i) a blade locking position with the blade holder located in the cutting position that prevents movement of the blade release actuator from the first position to the second position, and (ii) a blade release position with the blade holder located in the blade release position that permits movement of the blade release actuator from the first position to the second position to, in turn, release a utility knife blade from the blade holder.
Patent GB-2476038-A (GB)
Title: Contractible bicycle
Inventor: HENDERSON DONALD SAMUEL JOHN
IPC: B62K15/00
Filed: 2009-12-08
Abstract: A contractible bicycle includes curved front frame section 1 which slides back telescopically into curved rear frame section 2, and curved seat post 3 which slides down telescopically into curved front section 1, inside curved rear section 2. Handlebar stem 4 may be curved and may fold down backwards in-line with the frame. Saddle 6 may capable of tilting forwards.
Patent GB-290798-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to freezing machines
IPC: A23G9/08
Filed: 1927-04-12
Abstract: 290,798. Modiano, J. A. April 12, 1927. Ice-cream freezers. - A freezer comprises a mould 3 for the material to be frozen suspended in a double-walled vessel 1, 2 and carrying a separate or integral plate 4 which closes the top of the space between the walls ; a lid 5 with securing means which closes the top of the apparatus, or separate lids closing the mould and the outer vessel: and a filling orifice 10 in the outer vessel with closing means 11. The lid 5 may be secured by means of coacting inclined catches upon it and the outer vessel, or by means of a bar 8 secured to it and having projecting ends which engage in slotted brackets 9 secured to the outer vessel. The orifice 10 is closed by a screw-cap provided with a turning-bar and locking means.
Patent GB-513227-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the packeting of yarns, threads and the like
IPC: B65D85/04
Filed: 1938-04-01
Abstract: 513,227. Packages of thread, &c. PALLETT BROS., Ltd., and PALLETT, J. W. April 1, 1938, No. 10053. [Classes 18, 94 (i), and 94 (ii)] A package of thread, &c. comprises a wrapper or a bag, preferably of transparent cellulosic material, housing a ball, &c. of thread, the end of the latter being led out through one or more openings 3, 4 after which that end of the wrapper or bag is folded down, the openings 3, 4 then coinciding. A strengthening and sealing strip 5 or a metal washer or eyelet is provided and openings 3, 4 may be provided at both ends of the package. The package may be surrounded by a paper band. According to the Provisional Specification, the invention is also applicable to cartons.
Patent GB-737029-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to apparatus for cutting materials
Inventor: SCOLES GRAHAM JOHN
IPC: B23H7/18
Filed: 1953-04-13
Abstract: 737,029. Automatic control systems for spark cutting apparatus. METROPOLITANVICKERS ELECTRICAL CO., Ltd. March 26, 1954 [April 13, 1953], No. 10054/53. Class 38 (4). [Also in Group XXII] In an automatic electrode feed system for spark cutting apparatus of the kind in which an electrode and the workpiece are immersed in paraffin, and a recurrent spark passed between them by charging a condenser from a D.C. supply and discharging it across the electrode gap, the electrode is actuated by a split field electric motor, one field of which is in series with the D.C. supply. The motor has its armature A across the D.C. supply, and one field winding F2 in series with the limiting resistor R3 and the electrode and workpiece E, W, across which latter is connected the condenser C. The second field winding F1 is constantly excited by being connected across the D.C. supply and opposes the first winding. By means of resistors R1 and R4 the currents through F1 and F2 are made equal when the correct average current is flowing through the spark gap. Deviations then cause the motor to run in a corrective direction. A short-circuited generator G and a paddle P on the motor shaft provide damping.
Patent GB-490867-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in electromagnetically operated vacuum or gas-filled electrical switches
IPC: H01H51/28
Filed: 1937-04-08
Abstract: 490,867. Electromagnetic switches. SUN-VIC CONTROLS, Ltd. (Birka Regulator Ges.) April 8, 1937, No. 10063. [Class 38 (v)] Relates to electromagnetic switches having the contacts and armatures enclosed in a sealed glass vessel and actuated by an external winding. The moving contact and armature are guided in close proximity to the inside of the vessel, and the external magnetic structure has parts of correspondingly extended area lying close to the outside. As shown, the switch comprises a glass container 14 within which is mounted a fixed core 5 carrying the fixed contact 1 in an insulating holder 3. Passing through the members 3, 5 are a pair of rods 7 which hold in position an insulating member 4 through which the movable contact 2 projects and also act as guides for the movable armature 6 by which the movable contact is operated. The movable contact rod 2 carries a pin 10 bearing against a disc 9 which is pressed into the upper end of the armature by a spring 11. A stronger spring 8 normally holds the contacts apart until the armature is attracted towards the fixed core by energization of the solenoid 20 surrounding the container 14. The solenoid itself is surrounded by a magnetic housing or pot 21 which is formed with inturned projections 22 closely surrounding the container 14 at regions opposite the surfaces of the fixed core and armature which extend close to the inner surface of the container over an extended area thus giving a flux path of relatively great area and short gap. The attraction of the armature causes the pin 10 to leave the disc 9 so that in the return movement a certain amount of motion of the armature takes place before the pin 10 is engaged and the contacts separated. This ensures the movable contact being engaged with a certain impact to ensure its separation from the fixed contact if the contacts have adhered together. Current passes to the movable contact through a spring washer 15 the incoming leads-passing through the " pinch " 17. In an alternative arrangement, Fig. 2 (not shown), two energizing coils are provided supplied with A.C., one directly and the other through a condenser so that no period of zero magnetic force occurs and chattering of the contacts is prevented. Specification 412,753 is referred to.