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Patent GB-2385571-A (GB)
Title: Integral vehicle instrument panel or fascia
Inventor: MUNRO ALISTAIR HUNTER
IPC: B60K37/02
Filed: 2003-06-16
Abstract: A sheet form member or appliqu 10,70 comprises an integrally formed raised feature protruding from a surface 16 and having a height 14 of at least 4 mm. A plurality of such preferably ring-like features 20,22 may act as rims 12 in a dashboard panel or fascia through which a vehicle's instruments may be viewed, or the member 10,70 may be part of a decorative panel. The member 10,70 is preferably moulded or cold formed and an ink coating 72 is applied to give a black and chrome appearance similar to that of a fascia having metallic non-integral instrument rings. An ink coating 72 of a high temperature resin based ink may be applied to a front (74 see fig 9) or reverse side 76 of the member 10,70. The ink maybe formed from pigment particles of 5-55 microns average size. Alternatively, an acrylic cellulose acetate butyrate resin base may be used. The member may be fixed to a rigid backing.
Patent GB-2404816-A (GB)
Title: Communications network
Inventor: EVANS PAUL ANDREW
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2003-08-07
Abstract: The present invention provides a communication network in which data can be routed from a terminal, 110, to a Wide Area Network, WAN, 200, over a plurality of communication links, 120, the communication links, 120, connecting a plurality of terminals, 110, to the WAN and all of the terminals, 110, being interconnected, 115, by a Local Area Network, LAN, 100. An increase in channel bandwidth between a terminal, 110, and the WAN, 200, is therefore achieved by sharing multiple communication links, 120.
Patent GB-2399491-A (GB)
Title: Filter for floor care appliance
Inventor: WEGELIN JACKSON WILLIAM
IPC: A47L9/14
Filed: 2004-02-25
Abstract: A floor care appliance such as a vacuum cleaner (10) is provided with a filtration bag changing assembly (300) located in the filtration compartment (fig 2, 220). A supply of filtration material is packaged in a container (320) in the form of a continuous tube (330) to be fed into the filtration compartment (fig 2, 220). A sealing and cutting assembly (350) seals the tube at the lower end after a bag is fed into the filtration compartment (fig 2, 220). Once a filtration bag is full, a new filtration bag is pulled in to place with the lower end of the tube being sealed and the old filtration bag being cut from the tube by a cutter. A pair of opposing heating elements are used to seal the opposing sidewalls (330a, 330b) of the tube together to form the filtration bag. The free end of the tube is fluidly connected to the suction nozzle by a connector and a dirt duct.
Patent GB-2401048-A (GB)
Title: Presentation tray for Surgical Instruments.
Inventor: BERLYNE BENJAMIN GIDEON
IPC: A61B19/02
Filed: 2004-03-29
Abstract: A sterilisable presentation tray (1) for surgical instruments comprises a tray base (2) with retaining means (8,9) for holding a set of surgical instruments. Means (5) are provided for supporting the tray base (2) in an inclined condition.
Patent GB-2415921-A (GB)
Title: A toy gun
Inventor: DONALD LEE MC
IPC: F41B7/08
Filed: 2004-07-07
Abstract: A toy gun which is a large replica of a military weapon and powered by batteries 9. A sound box 5 provides a realistic sound when the trigger 6 is pulled. Vibrating mechanisms 7, 8 are also fitted to mimic the effect of firing a gun. The gun fires projectiles 2 such as ping pong balls, and may be painted with bright colours.
Patent GB-2401320-A (GB)
Title: Hand apparatus with predetermined light distribution
Inventor: GRAHAM SILK
IPC: A61C5/50
Filed: 2003-01-22
Abstract: A hand apparatus (10) comprises: a housing (20); and an optical carrier (30) extending from the housing (20) and having a substantially linear light emitter (40) at one end. The emitter (40) is adapted to allow a predetermined profile of light emission along the length of the emitter (40).
Patent GB-2420595-A (GB)
Title: A roof drainage siphon device.
Inventor: WALSH KEVIN PATRICK
IPC: F04F10/00
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: A siphon system which utilises a secondary flow to activate the siphon to drain a pool of water 9 comprises three distinct lengths of tubing, the feeding section 2, the drawing section 3 and the siphon section 1, arranged within a vertical plane and connected at a common hub 5. The head 7 of the siphon tube is placed near the lowest point of the pool and the tail of the siphon is connected to the hub. The drawing section extends downwards from the hub and has its lower end open to the air. The feeding section extends upwards from the hub with its upper end connected to a funnel 6. The funnel collects the secondary flow from a suitable source 10 so that it flows down the feeding section, through the hub and into the drawing section, where it accelerates towards the lower end of the drawing section sucking water into the siphon section thus priming the siphon. Once primed the siphon operates independently of the secondary flow. The syphon can be used to drain rainwater from a flat roof.
Patent GB-2412606-A (GB)
Title: Bicycle simulation apparatus
Inventor: MIYAMARU YUKIO
IPC: A63B21/005
Filed: 2005-02-15
Abstract: A bicycle simulation apparatus, which enables more realistic driving simulation in consideration of rotational positions of pedals and cranks, includes: a steering angle sensor which detects a steering angle of handlebars 28; a monitor 14 which displays scenes based on a simulated travel speed and the steering angle of the handlebars 28; and a crank position detection section which detects rotational positions of cranks 36L and 36R. A warning section of a main controller issues warnings if it is determined that the steering angle exceeds a predetermined amount left or right during simulated traveling, and if it is determined by the crank position detection section that the crank in an operation direction of the handlebars 28 based on the steering angle is directed downward such that in the simulated travel the pedal rubs the road surface.
Patent GB-2424626-A (GB)
Title: Neck mounted buoyancy aid
Inventor: LIBBERTON ANDREW ST-PIERRE
IPC: A63B71/00
Filed: 2005-04-02
Abstract: A buoyancy swimming support aid securely closed (Fig 1) comprises outer ring (2) having at least 2 separate inflatable chambers, with one way valve(s) (3), connected to a shaped neck support/ collar (4) consisting of at least 2 separate and adjustable inflatable chambers also with one way valve(s) (5). This collar is held together and fastened around the neck by an adjustable velcro<(TM)> strap (6) with a 'push to release' safety clasp (7). Handles (8) which form an integral part of the outer ring are positioned on either side directly above the shoulders of a user which can be used by the user or an assistant. The large area of the outer ring (9) extends over the shoulders maintaining complete stability and protection with an additional keyhole security strap (10). The support aid is designed so that it will not capsize, is flexible, comfortable, highly visible, protective, and supportive of the head and neck and does not restrict the use of the upper or lower torso.
Patent GB-2425699-A (GB)
Title: Display apparatus and method using multiple graphics cards
Inventor: LIAO CHO-HSINE
IPC: G06F3/14
Filed: 2005-04-27
Abstract: A display apparatus for a multi-display card and displaying method of the same is disclosed. The display apparatus for a multi-display card comprises: a first chipset with a first socket, a second chipset with a second socket, a first display card, a second display card, and a connector. The first display card is inserted into the first socket and the second display card is inserted into the second socket, and the connector is connected between the first display card and the second display card. The first display card and the second display card are controlled separately through the first chipset and the second chipset for handling image processing, and the first display card and the second display card are co-operated through the connector to output a video signal. Thereby, it increases the efficiency of the image processing.
Patent GB-2417749-A (GB)
Title: Structural support for horizontally openable windows
Inventor: PARSONS STEVEN ANTHONY
IPC: E05D15/06
Filed: 2004-02-04
Abstract: A structural latticework frame design, fixed end, cantilevered, or collapsible, on a horizontally openable window, wherein the lattice work frame is used for structural value in the open position. This design allows for the load from the glass and sash to be transferred through the latticework frame to the housing to carry the load, which simplifies the mechanism needed to open and close the window.
Patent GB-2431728-A (GB)
Title: Multi-depth displays
Inventor: WYNN-POWELL THOMAS
IPC: G02B27/22
Filed: 2005-10-31
Abstract: A multi-depth display apparatus for displaying images at at least two different perceived depths, comprises: ```a display panel 66 comprising a plurality of pixels arranged to display at least a first image and a second image; and ```a direction changing layer 70, 78, 82, 84, 90, 103, 104, 114, 130, 83 arranged so that light forming said first and second images enters the direction changing layer and then exits the direction changing layer, wherein: ```in relation to the light forming said first image, the direction of the light is changed by the direction changing layer 70, 78, 82, 84, 90, 103, 104, 114, 130, 83 so that the light exiting the direction changing layer is changed in direction by a first angle relative to the light entering the direction changing layer; and ```in relation to the light forming said second image, the direction of the light is changed by the direction changing layer 70, 78, 82, 84, 90, 103, 104, 114, 130, 83 so that the light exiting the direction changing layer is changed in direction by a second angle relative to the light entering the direction changing layer; ```and wherein said first and second angles are different; ```so as to create a difference in perceived depth between said first and second images when viewed by a user.
Patent GB-2433532-A (GB)
Title: Suspended rail fastening apparatus
Inventor: COX STEPHEN JOHN
IPC: E01B9/60
Filed: 2005-12-20
Abstract: Railway rail fastening apparatus, for suspending a railway rail (1) at discrete locations along its length above a rail foundation (2), comprises two rail suspending assemblies (4A,4B) located when in use one on each side of the rail (1). Each assembly (4A,4B) comprises an elastic member (6) for supporting the head of the rail (1) on one side thereof and a bracket (7) for applying a lateral clamping force to the elastic member (6)). The rail suspending assembly (4A) on one side of the rail (1) is located such that the centre line (CLA)of the assembly (4A) is offset with respect to that (CLB) of the rail suspending assembly (4B) on the other side of the rail (1) by x mm along the longitudinal axis of the rail (1), where x is 50  /  x>0 mm.
Patent GB-2433780-A (GB)
Title: Time-lapse seismic reservoir monitoring using continuously emitting sources
Inventor: BAGAINI CLAUDIO
IPC: G01V1/00
Filed: 2005-12-31
Abstract: A subterranean hydrocarbon reservoir 23 is monitored using a plurality of seismic sources and receivers. The sources emit seismic waves in an essentially continuous manner, preferably for the duration of the reservoir monitoring. The sources may be low power vibratory sources which emit monochromatic waves. They may be located on the surface 21, in a wellbore 22, or on the seabed. The sources may be activated simultaneously. Phase, frequency or amplitude may be controlled so as to emit a synthesised or beam-formed wavefield. Prior knowledge of the reservoir or a velocity model may be used to control the sources.
Patent GB-2422131-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle trim panel with moulded cushion
Inventor: DOOLEY DAVID J
IPC: B32B3/10
Filed: 2006-01-12
Abstract: An integral cushioned trim panel (14a-14c) for a vehicle passenger cabin (10) (figure 1-not shown) includes a substrate (22) for attachment to a predetermined portion (12a-12c) of the vehicle. The substrate (22) has a cover member (24) coupled thereto for substantially covering the substrate (22). In addition, the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) have a cushioning member (16) disposed therebetween. The cushioning member (16) is injection molded between the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) for forming an integral construction, minimizing the manufacturing cycle time, and decreasing the costs associated therewith. There is also described a method of manufacturing such a cushioned trim panel. A padding member 26 may be disposed between substrate 22 and member 24 and includes a pocket 28 for receiving cushioning member 16. Substrate 22 may have an integrated guide member 30 for directing a drill 32 to drill a hole 34.
Patent GB-2435250-A (GB)
Title: Wheel locking device
Inventor: ADAMS ANTHONY
IPC: B60R25/09
Filed: 2006-02-17
Abstract: A wheel locking device 10 for a towable vehicle comprises an elongate member 12, a first locking element 14 for releasably securing one end of the substantially elongate member to the towable vehicle and a second locking element 16 for releasably securing a second end of the substantially elongate member to the towable vehicle. In use, the first and second locking elements14,16 pass through apertures in respective first and second wheels 74,76 of the towable vehicle and either releasably engage in bores provided on the towable vehicle or in clamping arms (82, see Fig 7) which can be positioned behind the wheels.
Patent GB-2436134-A (GB)
Title: Steering wheel arrangement
Inventor: GROLEAU LAURENT
IPC: B62D1/10
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: A steering wheel arrangement 1 comprises a steering wheel frame (22, figure 4) connected to annular gear 15. Rotation of the steering wheel frame about an axis (axis A, figure 4) causes intermediate gear 19 to transmit the rotation to a further gear 17 which is co-axially positioned below the annular gear. Gear 17 is connected to a steering column (23, figure 4). The steering wheel arrangement is mounted upon housing 2 which is fixedly connected to the vehicle. In this manner, rotational movement of the wheel is reliably transmitted to the steering column whilst allowing an airbag to be mounted centrally on a non-rotating hub.
Patent GB-2425392-A (GB)
Title: Light-emitting apparatus
Inventor: CHEW TONG FATT
IPC: F21V8/00
Filed: 2006-03-24
Abstract: A light-emitting apparatus 100 includes a plurality of adjacent, overlapping light-guide plates 112, 114, 116 formed of substantially transparent material, and a plurality of light sources 148, 150, 152. Each of the light-guide plates has first and second ends 118, 120, one or more substantially transparent surfaces 122 through which light is emitted, and one or more reflective surfaces 124, 126 to redirect light within the light-guide plate. Where first and second light-guide plates are adjacent, the first end of the first light-guide plate A) underhangs the second end of the second light-guide plate, and B) is positioned opposite a primary light-emitting side of the apparatus. The plurality of light sources 148, 150, 152 are optically coupled to the first ends of the light-guide plates so as to illuminate the interiors of the light-guide plates. The light-emitting apparatus may be used as a backlight for a liquid crystal display (LCD). Light emitted by the light-emitting apparatus has uniform colour and uniform luminance.
Patent GB-2424707-A (GB)
Title: Well logging while a mud pump is off
Inventor: WU PETER T
IPC: G01V1/46
Filed: 2006-03-28
Abstract: Well logging is carried out during a period when a mud pump is turned off. Data corresponding to a quiet period is extracted. The quiet period corresponds to the time when the data is free from interference resulting from the pump being turned on and off. The state of the pump may be detected by monitoring the low power tool bus voltage. Representative data may be derived from the data. The representative data may be the median or a peak in the distribution of the data. The data may be acoustic data which may include Stonely wave slowness data. The data may be acquired at two different frequencies. The data may be used with other data such as well pressure to determine properties such as formation stress.
Patent GB-2424301-A (GB)
Title: Remote-control toy with operating state detection
Inventor: YAMAGUCHI TAKASHI
IPC: A63H18/12
Filed: 2004-01-16
Abstract: A remote-control toy comprises: a controller arranged to transmit a code signal through infrared rays according to operation contents by a user; a moving body that is controllable to drive based on the code signal; an indicator provided to a moving range of the moving body and including at least one element to be detected; a detecting device that is mounted to the moving body and arranged to detect the element to be detected; a transmitting device arranged to transmit a predetermined detection signal through a radio wave, in response to detection of the element detected by the detecting device; and a processing unit arranged to determine a state of the moving body based on the detection signal, and to perform predetermined processing based on the detection signal. Alternatively, the indicator may be mounted on a moving body and one or more detectors provided within a moving range of the moving body. The detecting range includes at least a part of the moving range of the moving body, and the detecting device may include a detector for each location of the indicator. The transmitting device is arranged to output the detection signal, which has a frequency different for each detector; and the processing unit is arranged to perform an operation eg outputting an auditory or visual effect corresponding to passing through the detecting range of the detecting device in relation to the frequency of the detection signal, in response to reception of the detection signal.
Patent GB-2426641-A (GB)
Title: Multiple phase locked loop (PLL) arrangement for reproduction of a clock signal
Inventor: TAKAHASHI MASAYUKI
IPC: H03L7/23
Filed: 2006-05-23
Abstract: A system is provided which is suitable for reproduction of a clock of an SDH (synchronous digital hierarchy) signal from an OTN (optical transport network). The system reduces phase error and simultaneously suppresses a high frequency jitter component and a low frequency wander component. The system comprises a first PLL for jitter suppression, a second PLL for wander suppression and a third PLL which is a clock reproduction unit. The first and third PLLs are connected to form a multi-loop synthesizer configuration.
Patent GB-2440185-A (GB)
Title: Universal power adapter having a single sliding button for plug selection
Inventor: CHANG HSI-FAN
IPC: H01R13/42
Filed: 2006-07-20
Abstract: A universal power adapter to allow only the plug desired to stick out is comprised of: a lid 1, a base 2, a rotary switch 3, and multiple plugs 4, 5, 6, 7; multiple channels 211, 212, 213, 214 being disposed on an external wall of the base 2, a standardized plug 4, 5, 6, 7 associated with each channel 211, 212, 213, 214; a rotary switch 3 containing a sliding block 31 and a push button 32; the sliding block 31 containing a channel (311, figure 6) and a gap 312; the push button 32 being inserted into the gap 312; each plug 4, 5, 6, 7 comprising a protrusion assembled within the channel of the sliding block and further comprises a slot below the protrusion; the slot receives an insertion end of the push button 32; the rotary switch 3 slides with respect to the plugs 4, 5, 6, 7 and when the push button 32 is aligned with the slot of the desired plug, the push button is slid down the channel 211, 212, 213, 214 to project and expose the plug. The push button is ideally spring biased to lock the plug in the desired position. The sliding block 31 prevents a second plug from being extended until the first is retracted.
Patent GB-2442955-A (GB)
Title: Yarn tension control mechanism
Inventor: GRIFFITH JOHN DALTON
IPC: B65H59/22
Filed: 2006-10-19
Abstract: A yarn tension control mechanism (22) for use with yarn (30) arranged to be pulled from yarn packages into a yarn processing machine. The mechanism comprises a yarn guide (24) defining a plurality of yarn guide passageways (26). Each yarn guide passageway (26) includes a yarn inlet end (28) into which yarn (30) from a yarn package is directed and a yarn outlet end (32) from which the yarn (30) is pulled into a yarn processing machine. An extraction mechanism (34) is provided to draw lengths of yarn (30) from the yarn packages prior to the yarn (30) being pulled into the yarn processing machine such that tension in the lengths of yarn (30) upstream of the yarn inlet ends (26) of the yarn guide passageways (28) is minimized. An adjustable clamp member (36) is provided in each yarn guide passageway (26) between the yarn inlet end (28) and the yarn outlet end (32) to create adjustable tension in the yarn (30) downstream of the clamp member (36) when the yarn is pulled into the yarn processing machine.
Patent GB-2443449-A (GB)
Title: Collapsible display unit
Inventor: CATHRYN JEFF
IPC: G09F1/06
Filed: 2006-10-31
Abstract: A display unit comprises a front wall 4 and a rear wall 6 which are moveable towards and away from each other, and further includes a foldable, collapsible bracing structure extending between the front and rear walls. The display unit may include a lower and upper bracing structure and each bracing structure may be formed from two laterally spaced bracing members.
Patent GB-2443633-A (GB)
Title: Remotely enabled lock
Inventor: NEWELL MICHAEL
IPC: A47G29/14
Filed: 2006-11-08
Abstract: A lock 7, including an electronic enabling circuit 8,9 adapted to be responsive to a unique control signal from a remote access management centre 2 to enable the lock 7 to be unlocked. The signal, which may be delivered using a wireless network, delivers a code which has been supplied to the centre 2 by a customer making an order. When the order is delivered the signal transmission causes a solenoid to move a in 13 to allow a thumb turn 12 to release a latch to a delivery location.
Patent GB-2443812-A (GB)
Title: A combination greetings card and board game
Inventor: LIMITED NATCHOS
IPC: A63F3/02
Filed: 2006-11-14
Abstract: Greetings card 1 opens out into a board game. The front 3 and back 4 pages are separated by a fold 11. The front page 3 contains a greetings message 5 and/or a picture or image or other suitable device 6. The back page 4 contains the game's title 7, the rules 8, and safety warnings 9 as contained on a board game, and a space for a personal greeting to be written 10. The inside of the greetings card 12 has a left 13 and right side 14 and a fold 11 separating the two sides into left and right. Contained on these pages is a board-game style game 15 which is placed or printed across the inside of the card 12. The game is opened and played like any board game. Playing pieces may be supplied with the card.
Patent GB-2430245-A (GB)
Title: Low frequency acoustic attenuator
Inventor: LINYAEV EUGENE
IPC: G01V1/04
Filed: 2005-05-27
Abstract: An attenuation apparatus, system, and method are disclosed. The attenuator is attached to a pipe and includes a housing that includes an inner sleeve and an outer sleeve. The attenuator includes one or more masses, to resonate when exposed to waves including acoustic frequency components.