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Patent GB-2411089-A (GB)
Title: Controlling access to broadcast content on the basis of receiver location, determined from transit time measurements
Inventor: TOMLINSON ALLAN
IPC: H04N7/16
Filed: 2005-02-14
Abstract: This invention concerns the distribution of broadcast content, such as television programmes, from broadcast means such as set-top box 5 to an end user device 9 using an intermediary network 8. The identity of a device 10 on the intermediary network is verified and the time taken to send a nonce (i.e. random number) over a round trip between the intermediary network device and the end user is measured and compared with a predetermined time interval. The broadcast content is transmitted to the end user only if the comparison indicates that the end user is sufficiently close to the intermediary network device. Furthermore the broadcast content is transmitted in encrypted form. The nonce or/and the measured time are subjected to cryptographic functions before they are transferred. The cryptographic functions are preferably hashing or signing.
Patent GB-2408849-A (GB)
Title: Double gate semiconductor device having separate gates
Inventor: AHMED SHIBLY S
IPC: H01L29/423
Filed: 2003-10-14
Abstract: A semiconductor device (100) may include a substrate (110) and an insulating layer (120) formed on the substrate (110). A fin (210) may be formed on the insulating layer (120) and may include a number of side surfaces and a top surface. A first gate (410) may be formed on the insulating layer (120) proximate to one of the number of side surfaces of the fin (210). A second gate (420) and may be formed on the insulating layer (120) separate from the first gate (410) and proximate to another one of number of side surfaces of the fin (210).
Patent GB-2409585-A (GB)
Title: Waveguide
Inventor: KIRIHARA SOSHU
IPC: H01P1/213
Filed: 2003-06-05
Abstract: A waveguide is disclosed which comprises a three-dimensional periodic structure. The three-dimensional periodic structure 100 has a first substance, with a first dielectric constant which occupies a three-dimensional space, and a second substance with a second dielectric constant different to the first, periodically distributed in the three-dimensional space. Additionally, a substrate 5 is disposed within the three dimensional space, having a third dielectric constant which is higher than the first and second dielectric constants. By disposing a substrate having a higher effective dielectric constant than that of the three-dimensional period structure, the blocking frequency band is shifted to low frequencies and the attenuation is increased.
Patent GB-2412614-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for separating a solution
Inventor: MATSUURA KAZUO
IPC: C12H6/00
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: In the present invention, a solution containing a target substance is atomized into a mist in an atomizer 1 to produce a mixed fluid of mist and air. In the collection of the mist from this mixed fluid, an air transmission membrane 51 of a pore size is used that transmits air but does not transmit the target substance contained in the mist. In the present invention, the mixed fluid is brought into contact with the primary surface of the air transmission membrane 51, and the pressure on the primary surface is made higher than the pressure on the secondary surface of the opposite side, whereby the air in the mixed fluid is let to pass through the air transmission membrane 51 to separate part or all of the air contained in the mixed fluid.
Patent GB-2411836-A (GB)
Title: Condom with male genital desensitizer lubricant
Inventor: HARRISON MICHAEL J
IPC: A61F6/04
Filed: 2001-12-03
Abstract: A condom having a first lubricating composition (11) containing a male genitalia desensitizing agent on the inside surface thereof and a second lubricating composition (8) on the outside surface thereof. The first lubricating composition has a higher viscosity than the second lubricating composition so that the first lubricating composition remains on the inside surface of the condom during packaging, shipping, storage, and use.
Patent GB-2426071-A (GB)
Title: Positioning books for imaging and correcting distortion
Inventor: AHMED HAROON
IPC: H04N1/04
Filed: 2005-05-11
Abstract: An apparatus 2 for positioning a page of a book for imaging, comprises a support 8 for supporting the book with its pages open in a desired position, and a page positioning member 10 for positioning a page in an imaging position. The page positioning member 10 is movable from its page positioning position so as to permit a subsequent page of the book to be turned, the page positioning member 10 then being returnable to its page positioning position to allow the subsequent page to be positioned thereon. Also provided is a magnet (figure 3) with a transparent protrusion for locating a document. Further provided is a method and apparatus for correcting binding curvature distortion by imagining a pattern 66 placed in the gutter of the book and comprising this reference image to subsequent images of the book.
Patent GB-2415507-A (GB)
Title: Determining mud slowness in a borehole
Inventor: WU PETER T
IPC: E21B47/18
Filed: 2005-05-31
Abstract: A method for determining mud slowness of a mud in a borehole includes determining slowness as a function of frequency for at least one fluid mode from a set of measurements acquired with a sonic tool in the borehole; and determining the mud slowness from the slowness as a function of frequency for the at least one fluid mode. A system for determining mud slowness of a mud in a borehole, comprising a processor and a memory, wherein the memory stores a program having instructions for determining slowness as a function of frequency for at least one fluid mode from a set of measurements acquired with a sonic tool in the borehole; and determining the mud slowness from the slowness as a function of frequency for the at least one fluid mode.
Patent GB-2414903-A (GB)
Title: Method, apparatus and system for access to a roaming mobile node
Inventor: ANDREWS MICHAEL
IPC: H04L29/12
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: A method, apparatus and system provide reliable access to a mobile node. Requests for care of addresses ("COAs") are intercepted and the mobile node hostnames in the requests are replaced with alternative configured names. These altered requests are then passed down the network stack. Similarly, replies to the COA requests are also intercepted and the alternative configured names may be replaced with the mobile node hostnames. These replies may then be passed up the network stack. A mobile IP registration request extension may be used to create a mapping entry in a Domain Name Services ("DNS") server between the mobile node hostname and the mobile node home address. This mapping entry ensures that the mobile node is consistently reachable via its hostname.
Patent GB-2413907-A (GB)
Title: Filter function-equipped high-frequency switching circuit
Inventor: MIZUNO KAZUO
IPC: H01P1/213
Filed: 2004-04-16
Abstract: An input terminal In is connected to two lines Ai1 (i = 1 and 2). These lines Ai1 are grounded via a capacitance Ci1. The lines Ai1 and lines Bi1 respectively constitute connected lines. One end of the lines Bi1 is connected to the anode of a diode Di1 whose cathode is grounded. The other end of the lines Bi1 is connected to a line Bi0and a line Bi2. The other end of the line Bi0 is connected to a capacitor Ci0 whose other end is grounded and to a resistor Ri0 whose other end is connected to a voltage control terminal VCTLi. The other end of the line Bi2 is connected to the anode of a diode Di2 whose cathode is grounded. The line Bi2 and a line Ai2 constitute a connected line and one end of the line Ai2 is connected to an output terminal Out-i while the other end is grounded via a capacitance Ci2. By applying three potentials to to VCTL1 and VCTL2, i.e., grounding potential, positive potential not flowing current, and positive potential flowing current, it is possible to obtain a 5.8 GHz band, a 4.8 GHz band, and cut-off for the output of the terminal Out-1, 2.
Patent GB-2418107-A (GB)
Title: Method for selecting an operating mode based on a detected synchronization pattern
Inventor: HIBEN BRADLEY M
IPC: H04B7/00
Filed: 2004-04-29
Abstract: A received synchronization pattern is compared against first and second known synchronization patterns. If the received pattern is substantially similar to the first known pattern, the payload is processed as voice; and if the received pattern is substantially similar to the second known pattern, the payload is processed as non-voice. Alternatively, a target synchronization pattern dependent on an operating mode is selected. The received pattern is compared against the target pattern. If the received pattern is substantially similar to the target pattern, the payload is processed; otherwise, the burst is discarded. In yet another alternative, the received pattern is compared against first and second known synchronization patterns having a common length. If the received pattern is substantially similar to the first known pattern, a first operating mode is selected, and if the received pattern is substantially similar to the second known pattern, a second operating mode is selected.
Patent GB-2426162-A (GB)
Title: Sample rate conversion module
Inventor: MAY MICHAEL R
IPC: H03H17/06
Filed: 2005-11-25
Abstract: A sample rate conversion module (138, fig. 8, 13 and 14) includes an upsampling module 250, a low pass filter (LPF) 252 and a linear sample rate conversion module 254 which adjusts the sample rate according to control feedback 264 from a sigma-delta modulator 255, itself based on an average between the input rate 256 and the adjusted rate 262. The conversion module and modulator thus form a linear interpolator, and the relationship between input and adjusted rate is not a power of two. The input signal comprises in phase (I) and quadrature (Q) baseband components, both of which are upsampled and filtered via a cascaded integrated cone filter 264. A determining module (274 fig. 18) also supplies samples if their error terms lie within a given range, and a digital FM decoder (IC 12, fig. 2) comprises an amplifier, mixing module, ADC, baseband convertor, sample rate convertor, demodulation module, channel separator and error sensor. Integrating circuits like this simplifies the construction of portable handheld audio devices.
Patent GB-2436108-A (GB)
Title: Extraction of borate ions using a formaldehyde polymer of catechol
Inventor: TYMAN JOHN HENRY PAUL
IPC: C02F1/58
Filed: 2006-03-13
Abstract: A catechol, benzene-1, 2-diol, such as 3- or 4-alkylcatechol or 3- or 4-alkenylcatechol, urushiol, thitsol, is reacted with formaldehyde to form a polymer, which is used for the removal of borate ions by complexing borate ions from aqueous borate solutions. Also disclosed is a method of preparing the polymer.
Patent GB-2427309-A (GB)
Title: System and method for direct-bonding of substrates
Inventor: CHEN CHIEN-HUA
IPC: B81C1/00
Filed: 2005-03-24
Abstract: A method of bonding substrates (230, 240) and devices having bonded substrates (230, 240) are disclosed. The method of bonding substrates includes depositing a layer of bonding substrate material (250) onto a bonding surface (242) of a first substrate (240). A bonding site density of at least one of the layer of bonding substrate material (250) or a bonding surface (232) of a second substrate (230) is increased, and the bonding surface (242) of the first substrate (240) having the layer of bonding substrate material (250) is bonded to the bonding surface (232) of the second substrate (230).
Patent GB-2441749-A (GB)
Title: Letter box template
Inventor: GRIGG JOHN RICHARD
IPC: B23Q9/00
Filed: 2006-09-12
Abstract: A template comprises two parallel gauge block rails 7, 8, located between two pairs of slide rails, 5, 6, 9, 10 to form an oblong shape suitable for routing a hole in a door for a letter box. Screw clamps may be provided to enable the dimensions of the hole to be slidably adjusted. Gauge blocks 16, 17, 18 may be provided for selecting a height of the hole for the letter box, so that the rails remain parallel. Clamp straps 1, 2 may be provided that attach to the template, and which may be held in place on the door using conventional carpenter's clamps.
Patent GB-2442206-A (GB)
Title: Therapeutic light apparatus
Inventor: LTD AQUA DETOX INTERNATIONAL
IPC: A61N5/06
Filed: 2006-09-30
Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus 10 comprises a base member 11 and a side wall 12 which extends upwardly from around the periphery of the base member. Part of the side wall has a projecting portion 13 which projects into the space bounded by the base member and the side wall. Arrays of LEDs are located in the base member (array 15), the projecting portion (array 16) and around the top region of the side wall 12 (LEDs 17). The therapeutic method may be performed on a human foot located in the space bounded by the base member and the side wall. The LEDs are operated to irradiate the whole foot or selected parts thereof (e.g., the sole, heel region or top) with visible light from the LEDs. The colour and/or intensity of the light from the LEDs is regulated to provide the desired therapeutic effect.
Patent GB-2442802-A (GB)
Title: Water book with bulb pump
Inventor: HOOPER KERRY ANNE JANE
IPC: A63H33/30
Filed: 2006-10-10
Abstract: The book has pages with a transparent top layer 1, a middle layer 5, with dual valve bulb pump 2, and a third layer 7 to seal the unit. The dual valve pump forms part of a story line for a book. A button on the pump can be pushed to force water through a tube 6 to create a water feature. The water book may have a pump fitted to each page which depicts a water scene. Each page has a well 4 in which the water collects. This refills the pump. Two non-return valves 3 retain the water ready for it to be pumped and sucked when required. The invention combines learning through books with play using an interactive water feature, without mess.
Patent GB-2432088-A (GB)
Title: Controlling data transfer based on availability of storage
Inventor: LESARTRE GREGG BERNARD
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2006-11-01
Abstract: A method (200) for controlling data transfers through a computer system is provided. First information is transferred (202) to a first node of the computer system regarding availability of a first data storage area within a second node of the computer system for data to be transferred through the second node. Also transferred (204) to the first node is second information regarding availability of a second data storage area within the second node for data to be consumed within the second node. The first information and the second information are then processed (206) to determine if data within the first node destined for the second node is to be transferred to the second node. The amount of unused storage space in the first or second data storage areas may be compared to a first and second threshold respectively. The first and second information may be used to determine if a communication link between the first node and second node is to be disabled to isolate a failure within the second node.
Patent GB-2446805-A (GB)
Title: Coded lock with plate to prevent deciphering of code
Inventor: WALLER ANDREW WILLIAM
IPC: E05B37/16
Filed: 2007-02-26
Abstract: A locking apparatus 10 comprises a plurality of code entry buttons B, and a load plate 16 actuable between an inactive position (Fig. 1) in which it allows actuation of the buttons, and an active position (Fig. 2) in which it impedes actuation of the buttons. Spacing gaps may be provided between each code entry button and a corresponding code entry mechanism 14. The load plate may comprise obstruction members 30 which reside in the spacing gaps when the load plate is in its active position to impede actuation of the buttons. Alternatively, the load plate may comprise frictional abutment portions actuable into frictional abutment with the buttons. The load plate may be actuated into its active position by a drive member 18 integrated into a knob or handle used to unlock a locking bolt of the lock. The arrangement prevents deciphering of the code by a method of turning the knob or handle and gently pressing the code entry buttons to determine which code entry mechanisms 14 are coded by their relative resistance.
Patent GB-2433808-A (GB)
Title: Analysis of images for information handling systems
Inventor: HANES KEVIN
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2005-11-01
Abstract: A system and method for information handling system manufacture analyzes an image to determine a traits definition that identifies the operating system, applications and unique information of the image, such as in a XML file. The image traits definition may be communicated to a manufacture site over a network and used to re-create the image for copying to a manufactured information handling system. Communication of the image traits definition consumes less network and storage resources than communication of the image, thus reducing the time and expense of image transfers to manufacture information handling systems.
Patent GB-2434013-A (GB)
Title: Acoustic sensors exclude contamination signals from communication signals propagating in a drill string
Inventor: GARDNER WALLACE R
IPC: G08C23/02
Filed: 2004-10-21
Abstract: An acoustic transmitting device 208 is coupled to a drillstring 202 and configured to transmit a communication signal along the drillstring 202 in a first direction, e.g. an uplink telemetry signal. First and second acoustic receiving devices 204, 206 are also coupled to the drillstring 202 and are arranged along the drill string 202 so that the first receiving device 206 receives the communication signal before the second receiving device 204. An electronics module coupled to the drillstring 202 is configured to produce a combined output of the first and second receiving devices 204, 206 so that the combined output excludes substantially all components of a contamination signal in the drillstring 202, e.g. noise, echoes, reflections, and the combined output includes substantially all components of the communication signal.
Patent GB-2434285-A (GB)
Title: System and method for providing a secure and efficient communication connection
Inventor: MCKENZIE STEPHEN
IPC: H04M7/12
Filed: 2005-10-20
Abstract: A telecommunication system (2), which acts as a rerouting engine between networks of different service providers, comprises at least a minti-point conferencing unit (8), a gatekeeper (6), a switch (14), a radius server (16) and a firewall (4), the minti-point conferencing unit (8) being connected with the firewall (4) through the switch (14) via the gatekeeper (6) and radius server (16). The system further comprises at least one ISDN gateway (10) connected with the switch (14) and a VPN connected with the firewall (4). These interfaces allow a connection to networks of different telephone service providers.
Patent GB-2448657-A (GB)
Title: Smoker's quit kit
Inventor: LOVE ANTHONY PHILIP
IPC: A24F47/00
Filed: 2007-04-24
Abstract: A kit which aims to reduce a smoker's dependence on nicotine over a period of time and eventually stop smoking without experiencing severe symptoms of withdrawal has a series of cigarette holders or quit tips 5 provided with one or more air inlet holes 6. The holes 6 admit ambient air into the smoke stream to dilute the smoke before inhalation. Each successive quit tip in the kit is provided with one more air inlet hole than the preceding tip. Alternatively, each quit tip may have a single air inlet hole but the diameter of that hole increases with each successive tip in the kit. By replacing the quit tip with another having a greater number of air inlet holes, thereby progressively increasing the amount of air admitted into the smoke stream, the user can reduce the percentage of nicotine inhaled from each cigarette over a period of time. A reusable version of the quit tip would enable users to form the holes themselves by drilling or punching. The quit tip may be made from plastic or hardened card. The material may be clear so that the build up of tar deposits is visible to the user.
Patent GB-2438052-A (GB)
Title: Battery back up power supply
Inventor: YAMAMOTO HIROYOSHI
IPC: H02J9/06
Filed: 2007-05-01
Abstract: A power source 13 having rechargeable batteries 1 is suitable as a back-up power supply. The power source 13 has a voltage boost circuit 2 to recharge the batteries 1 at a higher voltage than the mains supply 5. A voltage difference is developed between the negative input side 2c and the negative output side 2d of the voltage boost circuit 2. The negative input side 2c is connected to the negative side of the power source 5, and the negative output side 2d is connected to the negative side of the rechargeable batteries 1. The load FET 3 is an n channel FET and is connected between the negative input side 2c and the negative output side 2d of the voltage boost circuit 2. The control circuit 4 maintains the load FET 3 in the OFF state to cut-off conduction when there is no power outage, and switches the load FET 3 ON to supply power to the load 12 from the rechargeable batteries 1 during a power outage. The power source 13, having an n channel FET 3, is cheaper than the conventional power source which uses a p channel FET, yet avoids using a special voltage-boosted supply to the FET 3 gate, and can supply a high voltage, high current power to a load 12.
Patent GB-2452690-A (GB)
Title: Selecting a radio access network
Inventor: MUCK MARKUS
IPC: H04W48/10
Filed: 2007-05-22
Abstract: A heterogeneous communication system comprises a plurality of radio access systems 101-105. The system further comprises a pilot signal unit 119 which transmits a pilot signal in only part of the coverage area of the communication system. The pilot signal is independent of the radio access systems and comprises first access data for at least a first radio access system 101. The first radio access system comprises access points 111, 113 for transmitting a first communication channel comprising second access data for at least a second radio access system 103. At least some of the second access data for the second radio access system are not included in the first access data. The first access data furthermore comprises a pointer to the first communication channel. The invention provides access to different radio access systems for a configurable user equipment 109, avoiding the need to scan through a set of systems. Reconfiguration access data is also distributed over the different radio access systems thereby reducing loading on each system.
Patent GB-2440060-A (GB)
Title: Downhole swivel sub
Inventor: HOWLETT PAUL
IPC: E21B17/05
Filed: 2006-04-18
Abstract: A swivel sub (10) for connection in a work string between a workstring and a downhole apparatus is disclosed. The sub has a first substantially cylindrical body (12), including a sleeve portion (22) having one or more teeth (46) and a second - substantially cylindrical body (28) being partially located within the sleeve portion. The bodies are arranged to rotate relative to each other. A sliding sleeve (48), having one or more teeth (56) arranged mutually engage with the first teeth is axially moveable between disengaged and engaged positions, in one embodiment by a pressure differential being created in the sub. Methods of running the tool are described, with particular application to setting and hanging of liners and screens. The invention also offers advantages for drilling applications.