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Patent GB-2484286-A (GB)
Title: Condensing heat exchanger arrangement
Inventor: WILLIAMS IAN
IPC: F24H3/08
Filed: 2010-10-04
Abstract: A condensing heat exchanger comprises a primary heat exchanger and a secondary heat exchanger connected downstream of, and in series with, the primary heat exchanger. The secondary heat exchanger is arranged to at least partially condense combustion gases discharged from the primary heat exchanger. The primary heat exchanger comprises a drum 62 having a longitudinal axis and the secondary heat exchanger comprises a plurality of small diameter tubes 50 arranged by the side of the drum and extending parallel with the longitudinal axis of the drum. Preferably, a spiral formation (52, fig.6A) is formed in the outer surface of each tube, for promoting flow of combustion gases through the tube. The primary and secondary heat exchangers may be formed as subassemblies 60, 40, where the two subassemblies may be united with one another by a seam weld (78, fig.8) formed between respective edge regions of an outlet plate 64 of the primary heat exchanger subassembly 60 and an inlet plate 30 of the secondary heat exchanger subassembly 40. Preferably, a box closure (80, fig.9) is applied over the lower end of the united subassemblies, defining a passageway for combustion gases from the primary heat exchanger to the secondary heat exchanger.
Patent GB-2485525-A (GB)
Title: Resin coated natural fibre mat
Inventor: SWEATMAN TIMOTHY JOHN
IPC: B29C43/20
Filed: 2010-10-28
Abstract: A fibre board comprises a mat 16 of fibrous material 17 coated with sugar-based bio-resin which is cured to form hard layers 18. The thickness of the resin and the fibre is adjusted and the whole is compressed by a controlled amount to give the board defined physical properties. The thickness of the layers and the compression may be adjusted to optimise sound absorbing, thermal insulation or stiffness. The thickness of the resin on one face of the fibre mat may be different to that on the other. The board may be used as the outer layer of a laminate comprising a central layer of heat or sound absorbing material such as cork, wood or paper honeycomb and the resin coating of the fibre mat may be cured at the final stage of assembly to make an adhesive bond between the core and the mats. The fibre mat may be made up of cross-lapped layers of aligned natural fibres which are consolidated by needle punching.
Patent GB-2486645-A (GB)
Title: Fire protection system for timber framed structure
Inventor: CULLEN DOUGLAS WILSON
IPC: A62C99/00
Filed: 2010-12-20
Abstract: System and method for fire protection and extinguishing a fire on a timber frame building construction site 10. The timber frames 18 are constructed with timber which has been treated with a fire retardant in combination with a colorant. Fire crews can identify the timber as having been treated with a fire retardant so that they may make a decision on whether or not they can effectively fight a fire without putting their team at unnecessary risk. Embodiments include use on open or closed timber framed panels, using various colours to indicate differing burn rates and timber frames being treated with a water repellent are also described.
Patent GB-2487227-A (GB)
Title: Spool valve for simultaneous control of two output members
Inventor: METHLEY IAN
IPC: F01L1/34
Filed: 2011-01-14
Abstract: A spool valve 10 is described for controlling a twin phaser for varying the cam phase in a variable valve timing engine. The spool valve is operable to selectively open and close a plurality of fluid channels to provide fluid communication between the spool and the twin phaser to thereby vary the phase of the output members relative to the input member. The spool has two degrees of freedom, namely axial translation and rotation. Each degree of freedom serves to control a respective one of the two output members of the phaser. The two degrees of freedom are totally independent of one another, which allows the position and orientation of a single valve spool to set the phases of both output members of the phaser independently of one another. The working fluid may be channeled by means of axial slots 142a, 142b, 142c, 144 in the valve spool 14 and circumferential grooves 121, 122, 123, 124 in the outer sleeve 12.
Patent GB-2479616-A (GB)
Title: Powder layer manufacturing of an article using a preform to support the article
Inventor: BRANCHER CARL DAVID MONNINGTON
IPC: B22F3/00
Filed: 2011-03-11
Abstract: A first method of forming a metal article involves inserting a removable preform 5 into a powder bed 3 and building part of the article on the preform 5 using an additive layer process. A second method of forming an article involves providing a first support 2, forming part of the article A using a powder layer manufacturing process up to a level 3a at or beneath the lowest point of a part of the article yet to be formed part which has a base spaced from the first support 2, locating a second support 5 beneath the location on which the part yet to be formed will lie, forming the remainder of the article including the part supported by the second support and then removing the supports 2 and 5.
Patent GB-2476909-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in hinges for doors and windows
Inventor: ASHARD DAVID
IPC: E05D3/02
Filed: 2009-10-02
Abstract: A hinge for a door; said hinge including a first leaf for attachment to a fixed surface such as a door jamb and a second leaf for attachment to an edge or spine of a door; each said leaf provided with knuckles spaced at intervals along the length of each respective leaf; said knuckles of respective leaves offset and spaced for assembly together with a central pin; said first and second leaf and said knuckles extending substantially the length of said edge or spine of said door; said hinge characterised in that said knuckles are sized to substantially fill the gap between said edge or spine of said door and said fixed surface when said door is in an open or partially opened position.
Patent GB-2478453-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for fixing an element in a borehole
Inventor: SCHILTE PAUL DIRK
IPC: E21B23/01
Filed: 2009-11-24
Abstract: A method is provided of fixing at least one element, preferably a sensor or a valve, in a borehole formed in an earth formation. The method comprises positioning each element in the borehole, positioning a swellable body in the borehole, the swellable body being susceptible of swelling upon contact with a swell fluid, wherein the swellable body is arranged to press the element against a wall of the borehole upon swelling of the swellable body, and allowing the swell fluid to contact the swellable body thereby inducing the swellable body to swell and to press the element against said wall of the borehole.
Patent GB-2482585-A (GB)
Title: Sorter with laterally movable exit roller
Inventor: KITAGAWA KAZUMI
IPC: B65G47/64
Filed: 2011-07-18
Abstract: A sorter 100a, 100d for sorting multiple articles from one line into multiple lines comprises a continuous, elastic conveyance member 300 moving over an entrance rotation roller 220 and an exit rotation roller 400d and a drive device 431, 432, 41, 452 for moving the exit rotation roller 400d laterally relative to the conveyance direction. The elastic conveyance member 300 may be made up of multiple continuous conveyance bodies. A guide portion or rail 500 may run between the rollers 220 and 400d such that one end of the rail 500 moves laterally along with the exit rotation roller 400d and the rail 500 may be curvable. A further, orientation stabilizing roller 600 may be arranged downstream of and parallel to the exit rotation roller 400d and may support a further, continuous, elastic conveyance member 700 moving over the exit rotation roller 400d and the orientation stabilizing roller 600 whilst the orientation stabilizing roller 600 is laterally movable in synchronization with the exit rotation roller 400d. The orientation stabilizing roller 600
Patent GB-2494414-A (GB)
Title: Terrain visualisation for vehicle using combined colour camera and time of flight (ToF) camera images for augmented display
Inventor: POPHAM THOMAS
IPC: H04N7/18
Filed: 2011-09-06
Abstract: A vehicle (10, Figures 1 and 2) has a colour camera for capturing a scene ahead, a driver visual display device, and a time of flight (ToF) camera 11 (e.g. infrared, IR) system, repeatedly capturing a scene image and generating a three-dimensional model of the scene; the colour image is combined with the three-dimensional model for (augmented) display. Topographical features, e.g. 15-18, can therefore be identified in relation to the vehicle even if out of driver line of sight. Combined camera images may be displayed in plan (birds   eye)  view 25, with a user (driver) selectable variable view point and zoom function. The vehicle surroundings, such as a gully (13, Figure 2), may be represented, 27. Obstacles 15-18 may be visually enhanced, e.g. with circles 30, colours, pulsing techniques, other visual cues or audibly, according to predetermined obstacle or obstruction criteria, such as obstacle size, shape, position or proximity; obstacle display criteria may be operator selectable and applied in three dimensions according to determined vehicle attitude. Automatic braking can by activated by a collision (avoidance) calculator, which may be driver disabled.
Patent GB-2496575-A (GB)
Title: Cleanable perimeter floor drain with pivot corner and T connectors
Inventor: BEDDOES DAVID WILLIAM
IPC: E03F5/04
Filed: 2011-10-01
Abstract: A cleanable perimeter floor drain system is provided which incorporates a first fitting in the form of an adjustable pivotally connected elbow bend and a second fitting in the form of a pivotally connected T piece, combined with straight lengths of perimeter floor drain. Both fittings can be fitted with a deflector to aid water flow along level channels. The fittings ensure that secure joints with both axial and invert alignment are maintained throughout the system which is essential for movement of water through the level perimeter floor drains
Patent GB-2498185-A (GB)
Title: Grenade launched aerial surveillance vehicle
Inventor: WARSOP CLYDE
IPC: F42B12/36
Filed: 2012-01-03
Abstract: A grenade launched aerial surveillance vehicle 3 which comprisescomprises an integral propellant charge, the vehicle 3, in use, being launched from a grenade launcher weapon. The vehicle 3 also comprises a deployable wing (such as a parawing 2). A guidance system comprises altitude lock to provide a substantially circular flight path around a target, there being means of providing directional nudge to the flight path. The vehicle 3 further includes an electrical power source and at least one optical sensor mounted on the vehicle 3, a communication device relaying guidance and data output from the at least one optical sensor to a user. A propulsion device, such as a propeller 6 provides aerial movement of the vehicle 3.
Patent GB-2487636-A (GB)
Title: Area efficient neuromorphic circuits
Inventor: BREITWISCH MATTHEW JOSEPH
IPC: G06N3/063
Filed: 2010-08-25
Abstract: A neuromorphic circuit includes a first field effect transistor in a first diode configuration establishing an electrical connection between a first gate and a first drain of the first field effect transistor. The neuromorphic circuit also includes a second field effect transistor in a second diode configuration establishing an electrical connection between a second gate and a second drain of the second field effect transistor. The neuromorphic circuit further includes variable resistance material electrically connected to both the first drain and the second drain, where the variable resistance material provides a programmable resistance value. The neuromorphic circuit additionally includes a first junction electrically connected to the variable resistance material and providing a first connection point to an output of a neuron circuit, and a second junction electrically connected to the variable resistance material and providing a second connection point to the output of the neuron circuit.
Patent GB-2499245-A (GB)
Title: Bar code identification of fibre-optic connections
Inventor: KAUFHOLD FRANK
IPC: G02B6/36
Filed: 2012-02-10
Abstract: A modified fibre-optic connection for an optical distribution frame comprises a subscriber line (or equipment line) fibre-optic cable 11 terminating at a first fibre-optic connector 12, a patch cable 13 terminating at a second fibre-optic connector 14, and a fibre-optic adapter 15 having first and second sockets 16 and 17 for engaging said first and second fibre-optic connectors respectively. The first and second fibre-optic connectors are each provided with a barcode identification label 19 and 22, each barcode identification label being applied to the same face 18 and 21 of each connector. The fibre-optic adapter is configured to enable the barcode identification labels on the first and second fibre-optic connectors to remain visible to a close proximity barcode reader when first and second fibre-optic connectors are engaged with the adapter. The adapter may also have a bar code label and a guide, such as a slot or channel, for receiving a barcode reader. The barcodes may be scanned and the data analysed to validate the connections.
Patent GB-2502062-A (GB)
Title: Analysing power consumption of electrical appliances to determine a person's state of health
Inventor: KALOGRIDIS GEORGIOS
IPC: G08B21/04
Filed: 2012-05-14
Abstract: A data analysing unit for analysing electrical power usage of one or more electrical appliances in a dwelling comprises a means S21 for monitoring electrical power, a means S22 for defining an electrical signature of energy usage in the dwelling, and a means S23 for comparing the electrical signature with an expected electrical signature. If an anomaly S24 exists between the electrical signature and the expected electrical signature, a change S25 in the physical well-being of a person resident in the dwelling may be identified. For example, if an appliance such as an oven is left switched on for a prolonged period, this may indicate that the person experiences memory loss. The anomaly in the electrical usage may be associated with a particular symptom e.g. heating use may indicate fever. An alert may be issued and/or an appliance may be controlled remotely in response to anomaly detection.
Patent GB-2488928-A (GB)
Title: Surface charge enabled nanoporous semi-permeable membrane for desalination
Inventor: COTTE JOHN M
IPC: B01D67/00
Filed: 2010-07-29
Abstract: A filter includes a membrane having a plurality of nanochannels (14) formed therein. A first surface charge material (18) is deposited on an end portion of the nanochannels. The first surface charge material includes a surface charge to electrostatically influence ions in an electrolytic solution (20) such that the nanochannels reflect ions back into the electrolytic solution while passing a fluid of the electrolytic solution. Methods for making and using the filter are also provided.
Patent GB-2489162-A (GB)
Title: Rigless intervention
Inventor: BYERS ROBERT LOVE
IPC: B63C7/02
Filed: 2011-02-09
Abstract: A method comprising providing a first vessel floating on a surface of a body of water; connecting a first line from the first vessel to a subsea structure; lifting the subsea structure within the body of water; connecting a second line from a second vessel to the subsea structure; disconnecting the first line from the subsea structure; and lifting subsea structure to the second vessel with the second line.
Patent GB-2507132-A (GB)
Title: Electromechanical generator for converting mechanical vibration into electrical energy
Inventor: VINCENT DAVID ROBERT
IPC: H02K35/00
Filed: 2012-11-13
Abstract: An electromechanical generator converts mechanical vibrational energy into electrical energy and comprises a mass 10 resiliently connected to a body 20 by a biasing device such as flat annular springs 30,50 and a transducer to convert oscillations of the mass into electrical energy as the mass oscillates about an equilibrium point relative to the body. A resilient device 40,60 between the biasing device and either the mass or the body is deformed when the amplitude of oscillation exceeds a predetermined non-zero threshold. There can be second biasing and plural devices. Resilient devices 40,60 may: be mounted on the mass or the body, spaced apart from the biasing device at equilibrium and contact it when deformed; have a spring constant greater than that of the biasing device; and comprise a helical spring, an 0-ring, a spring washer, a Belleville washer, a curved disc spring, a wave washer, or a split washer. A spring washer (fig 4, 60) may be disposed between the mass and the body. The transducer can be piezoelectric or electromagnetic. The generator may be mounted on an unsprung mass such as the axlebox of a vehicle and the resilient device acts as a stop to limit the oscillation amplitude.
Patent GB-2493871-A (GB)
Title: Frangile collar fastener and nut retrieval socket
Inventor: ORTIZ STEVE A
IPC: B25B13/06
Filed: 2011-06-07
Abstract: A socket is disclosed for securing frangible collar fasteners to bolts, and collecting the separated nut portions of the fasteners to avoid introducing debris into the work area. The socket comprises the socket housing having a first end formed to receive and engage the frangible nut portions, and the second end to receive and engage a ratchet. At least one retention member is disposed within the socket housing, proximate the housing first end. The retention member is resiliently displaceable to allow each nut portion to enter into the socket housing during fastening, and to retain a plurality of nut portions within the socket housing after the nut portions have been separated from the frangible collar fasteners. Nut ejection apparatus is provided having a first portion disposed exterior to the socket housing and a second portion disposed interior to the socket housing. The nut ejection apparatus is translatable along at least a portion of the socket length, to store a plurality of separate nut portions within the housing. The nut ejection apparatus further being manually translatable to urge the stored nut portions past the retention member and out of the socket first end.
Patent GB-2510344-A (GB)
Title: Fluid Flow Modification Apparatus
Inventor: VASSILICOS CHRISTOS
IPC: B01F5/06
Filed: 2013-01-30
Abstract: A fluid flow modification apparatus 500 has a plurality of flow modification elements 501, 502, 503, 504 each having a first surface portion 501a-504a against which a fluid (F) can flow and a second surface portion (d; fig 4c) along which the fluid (F) can flow. The plurality of flow modification elements are arranged in a number of sets, wherein a first set of fluid flow modification elements comprises a plurality of fluid flow modification elements with a first surface portion having a first surface area t3,I3, and a second set of fluid flow modification elements comprises a plurality of fluid flow modification elements with a first surface portion having a second surface area t4,I4 different to the first surface area. The first set of fluid flow modification elements includes a first type of fluid flow modification element and a second type of fluid flow modification element. A depth of the second surface portion in the direction of flow of the fluid of the first type of fluid flow modification element is different from a depth of the second surface portion in the direction of flow of the fluid of the second type of fluid flow modification element.
Patent GB-2497484-A (GB)
Title: 3D via capacitor with a floating conductive plate for improved reliability
Inventor: CHEN FEN
IPC: H01L23/522
Filed: 2011-08-16
Abstract: The present invention provides a 3D via capacitor and a method for forming the same. The capacitor includes an insulating layer (110) on a substrate. The insulating layer has a via having sidewalls and a bottom. A first electrode (118a, b) overlies the sidewalls and at least a portion of the bottom of the via. A first high-k dielectric material layer (120) overlies the first electrode. A first conductive plate (122) is over the first high-k dielectric material layer. A second high-k dielectric material layer (126) overlies the first conductive plate and leaves a remaining portion of the via unfilled. A second electrode (128) is formed in the remaining portion of the via. The first conductive plate is substantially parallel to the first electrode and is not in contact with the first and second electrodes. An array of such 3D via capacitors is also provided.
Patent GB-2501028-A (GB)
Title: Subframe structure
Inventor: OHHAMA SHOSUKE
IPC: B62D21/11
Filed: 2011-12-06
Abstract: The present invention comprises: a front subframe (12) consisting of steel and divided in the front-rear direction of the vehicle; and a rear subframe (14) consisting of light metal such as an aluminum alloy. The front subframe (12) comprises a press-formed body formed by pressing. The rear subframe (14) comprises a die-cast body formed by die-casting. The front subframe (12) and the rear subframe (14) are joined together by friction stir welding while the left and right rear side sections (36a, 36b) of the rear subframe (14) are superposed on the upper surfaces of the thin plate sections (26) of the front subframe (12).
Patent GB-2516439-A (GB)
Title: Tactile keypad overlay for capacitive touch screen devices
Inventor: KARELIA SANJAY
IPC: G06F3/0488
Filed: 2013-07-22
Abstract: A keypad overlay (4) for a capacitive touch screen (5) includes of a keypad overlay body with keys which are transparent to let the user see the characters displayed on virtual keypad. The overlay is arranged for aligning keypad keys with virtual keys, each key on keypad having top surface area and bottom surface area that are electrically interconnected, so that when top surface area is touched and applied pressure, bottom area comes in contact with the device screen. The electrical connection may be achieved by means of a small hole (11) whose surface area is coated with a transparent electrically conductive material (12) or by mean of making a key portion or the whole keypad with electrically conductive material. The keys maybe made of a shape and material that magnifies the view of characters displayed below.
Patent GB-2508062-A (GB)
Title: Sealed rear view mirror head
Inventor: SCHMIERER ARNE
IPC: B60R1/02
Filed: 2013-09-05
Abstract: The invention relates to a head section (2) for a rear view device, such as an internal or external mirror, for a motor vehicle, with at least one housing section (4), with a lid section (6) which can be arranged or is arranged on a side of the housing section (4) which faces away from or can be turned away from the direction of driving (8) of the motor vehicle, with at least one electronic unit (10) which can be arranged or is arranged in a hollow area (12) which is formed between the housing section (4) and the lid section (6), and with at least one rear view means (14) which can be arranged or is arranged on the lid section (6) for displaying a side and/or rear area of the motor vehicle in relation to the direction of driving (8), wherewith the housing section (4) and the lid section (6) tightly seal the hollow area (12) towards the outside over at least almost the entire circumference and by means of at least one sealing means (22) which is arranged between the lid section (6) and the housing section (4), in particular on the coupling portion (20), and/or which is in particular formed by the edge portion (18) of the lid section (6) and/or by a sealing element such as an O-ring (24).