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Patent GB-2371338-A (GB)
Title: Method for operating an actuation device of an automated transmission
Inventor: BERGER REINHARD
IPC: F16D48/06
Filed: 2000-06-02
Abstract: The invention relates to a torque-transmitting device and to a method for operating said device. The invention aims at improving shifting precision and reducing component wear. To this end, the invention provides for a method to operate an automated transmission (4) comprising a shift device, an actuation device (32), a control device (300) and a position detection device (320), whereby an output signal (304) according to a predetermined characteristic is generated by the control device, as a result of which a movably disposed element is impinged upon. The output signal of the control device is generated in such a way that the movably disposed element (308) can move in a predetermined target shift position (310). The output signal can also be a sequence of several signals such as pulses (304). Movement is detected on the basis of electrical currents (306). Once the movably disposed element has reached the target shift position, an output signal is generated shortly thereafter which causes the movably disposed element to come to a stop shortly thereafter. To this end, the movably disposed element (308) is exposed to a potential field in part of the shift positions in which it can move, said field being generated by a spring (312). A current monitoring device (324) makes it possible to test whether a minimum potential has been reached using an alternatively pulsed current.
Patent GB-2368016-A (GB)
Title: Immunity generation
Inventor: LEONARD CHRISTOPHER JEREMY
IPC: A01N63/14
Filed: 2000-06-08
Abstract: Immunity generation is effected by a method which includes the use of insect tissues and/or larval forms and derivatives of insects. The invention also provides a method of producing a food source which includes the use of insects and their larvae which act as carriers providing immunity generation as well as protein, energy and biologically active beneficial compounds.
Patent GB-2368961-A (GB)
Title: Method for verifying the identity of a passenger
Inventor: AL-SHEIKH ZAHER
IPC: G07B15/00
Filed: 1998-09-23
Abstract: A method for encoding an aircraft boarding pass includes the steps of taking an electronic image of a passenger with a digital camera, associating this image with the passenger's travel details, printing an image-related bar code onto a boarding pass, reading said bar code and recalling the associated image, and displaying said image on a monitor. The encoded pass can facilitate passenger verification.
Patent GB-2385407-A (GB)
Title: Pressure relief device having a counterbalanced hinged lid
Inventor: LIDDLE WILLIAM
IPC: B65D90/34
Filed: 2002-02-18
Abstract: A pressure relief device for a silo comprises a body portion 20 defining an aperture closable by a hinged lid 10. The lid 10 having a counterbalance 40, wherein the centre of gravity of the counterbalance 40 is aligned vertically with the pivot (33, fig1) when the lid 10 is in the closed position (fig 5), such that the counterbalance 40 applies a negligible amount of torque about the pivot when the lid 10 is in a closed position.
Patent GB-2376499-A (GB)
Title: Folding ladder
Inventor: JOHNSON ERROL PHILMORE
IPC: E06C1/383
Filed: 2002-05-15
Abstract: A folding ladder (2) comprises first and second stiles (4, 6), a plurality of rungs (8) extending between the first and the second stiles (4, 6), and a support member (10) which is positioned between the first and the second stiles (4, 6) and which extends parallel to the first and the second stiles (4, 6). The rungs (8) are in two parts with a first part (12) extending between the first stile (4) and the support member (10) and a second part (14) extending between the second stile (6) and the support member (10). The rungs (8) are pivotally mounted such that the ladder (2) is foldable between a closed position in which the first and the second stiles (4, 6) lie alongside the support member (10), and an open position in which the first and the second stiles (4, 6) are spaced apart from the support member (10) and the rungs (8) extend horizontally.
Patent GB-2386841-A (GB)
Title: Multi-channel bioresorbable nerve regeneration conduit and process for preparing the same
Inventor: CHEN JUI-HSIANG
IPC: A61L27/58
Filed: 2002-06-13
Abstract: The multi-channel bioresorbable nerve regeneration conduit includes a hollow round tube of a porous bioresorbable polymer and a multi-channel filler in the round tube. The multi-channel filler is a porous bioresorbable polymer film with an uneven surface and is single layer, multiple layer, in a folded form, or wound into a spiral shape.
Patent GB-2394727-A (GB)
Title: Elements for forming a void in a foundation
Inventor: YUNAS MOHAMMAD
IPC: E02D31/10
Filed: 2002-11-01
Abstract: An element (1) comprises a generally C shaped channel which in use may be put in a trench (20) so that the side walls (8, 12) of channel support the base (10) of the channel away from the floor (24) of the trench. The channel may be provided with feet (28) or rest on bricks to prevent the channel from penetrating the ground. A further invention discloses a void forming element (201, 202, Figure 4) of substantially non-compressible material and having at least one flat face. Two of said elements may be used to support a plastics coated panel (42, Figure 4) upon which a structure (44, Figure 4) can be built. A method of using said elements in a trench is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2398429-A (GB)
Title: Partitioning an antenna array
Inventor: ANSELL DARREN WILLIAM
IPC: H01Q21/22
Filed: 2002-12-13
Abstract: A process and corresponding apparatus for partitioning an antenna or sensor array 100 having plural antenna elements 40 into sub-arrays, each comprising a respective set of adjacent ones of the elements, in which processing means form a grid representing the elements and for each sub-array select at least one initial grid position 121 for occupation by a theoretical biological seed cell 126 of a given cell type representing that sub-array. A process of cell replication is then simulated, according to which existing seed cells generate new cells of the same cell type, and each new cell is allocated to an available new grid position adjacent to the respective grid position occupied by a parent seed cell. When all the grid positions are occupied, the resulting boundaries between different cell types are identified, and then partitions corresponding to the said boundaries are applied to the array to partition the elements into sub-arrays.
Patent GB-2390845-A (GB)
Title: Solid state thermal method for the synthesis of lithium hexafluro phosphate
Inventor: ANGAIAH SUBRAMANIAM
IPC: C01D15/00
Filed: 2002-03-21
Abstract: The present invention provides a method for the preparation of LiPF6 (lithium hexafluoro phosphate) wherein equimolar quantities of pure dry AR lithium source such as Li2O or Li2CO3 or LiNO3 is mixed with (very pure dry and AR samples) diammonium hydrogen phosphate in solid state.
Patent GB-2403343-A (GB)
Title: Clamping assembly for high-voltage solid state devices
Inventor: HITCHCOCK ROGER
IPC: H01L23/48
Filed: 2001-10-26
Abstract: A clamping assembly (200) for use in conjunction with high voltage solid state devices. The clamping assembly (200) includes a clamp frame (400) having upper (402) and lower (404) clamping plates substantially composed of aluminum and joined together by four dielectric rods (406) composed of glass laminate material. The clamping assembly (200) further includes a compression assembly (500) mounted in the upper clamping plate (402) and including several spring washers (506) disposed a recess defined by the upper clamping plate (402). The position of a compression cap (502) attached to the upper clamping plate (402) by eight cap screws (504) can by adjusted by way of the cap screws (504) so as to compress, or deflect, the spring washers (506). The spring washers (506) in turn exert a compressive force that is a function of the spring constant k of the spring washers (506) as well as of the distance over which the spring washers (506) are compressed by the compression cap (502). The compressive force thus generated is transmitted to a pivot ball (508) seated in a recess (510A) collectively defined by the spring washers (506). A force distribution member defines a socket in which the pivot ball (508) is partially received and transmits the compressive force to a stack (300) which is disposed between the upper (402) and lower (404) clamping plates and includes semiconductor devices and heat sinks (304). The socket (510A) in the force distribution member (510) permits the force distribution member (510) to rotate with respect to the pivot ball (508) so that the compression surface (502A) of the force distribution member (510) automatically moves to a position wherein the compression surface (502A) is in substantial contact with the upper surface of the stack (300A), notwithstanding any horizontal misalignment of the stack (300). As a result of the substantial contact between the compression surface (502A) and the upper surface of the stack (300A), the compressive force is distributed substantially uniformly across the upper surface of the stack (300).
Patent GB-2404112-A (GB)
Title: Communications system, apparatus and method
Inventor: KEEN URIEL KALMAN
IPC: H04M1/7243
Filed: 2003-05-10
Abstract: In the field of multimedia messaging, it is known to be able to send a multimedia message from a first terminal to a second terminal. However, terminals are usually only provided with a small number of limited message templates, thereby restricting the scope of what can be sent. Even though templates may be downloadable, the user of the first terminal is not free to compose a message by selecting individual media components, for example images and audio works. The present invention permits the user of a first terminal (120) to browse a WAP site to identify references relating to media components, which the user of the first terminal (120) wants to include in a multimedia message. The user of the first terminal (120) is then able to send a text-based message to a server (128), which can extract the references and retrieve the media components to which the references relate. The server (128) can then compose the multimedia message and send the multimedia message to a second terminal (124) on behalf of the first terminal (120).
Patent GB-2393237-A (GB)
Title: Passing drying gas through a compactable metallic waste canister
Inventor: LADRE MAURICE
IPC: F26B9/06
Filed: 2003-07-02
Abstract: A compactable canister 1 holding metallic waste 100 liable to explode or catch fire (eg. sheared nuclear fuel), can have drying gas introduced through a check valve 2 in the canister bottom 1''' and evacuated through an opening 3 in a cover 1'', so that the gas flows through the waste. The canister is first received in a cavity 11 of a moving enclosure 10. Gaskets hermetically seal the canister in a closed volume when the moving enclosure 10 docks with a stationary docking station 20. Drying gas is then introduced through the check valve 2, along with sweeping gas around the canister, and both gases extracted with a fan. The check valve 2 is opened by gas flow, and a plate 4 downstream of the opening 3 limits dust entrained in the flow. The canister 1 may be loaded with waste 100 before or after being received in the cavity 11, and then closed with the cover 1'' before drying. Moving enclosure 10 has wheels and an elevator. The canister 1 is cylindrical or prismatic in shape. After drying the canister can be compacted. The gas may be heated, and chemically inert or not liable to make the waste burn or explode eg. nitrogen, argon or air.
Patent GB-2403989-A (GB)
Title: Composite article for use in an aircraft brake
Inventor: JOHNSON DAVID CALLUM
IPC: C04B35/83
Filed: 2003-07-15
Abstract: A composite article 21 for use in an aircraft brake heat pack, the article comprises a core layer 22 having a face portion and a wear layer 23 attached to the face portion, wherein the wear layer 23 has a density lower than the core layer 22. The core layer may be fabricated from compressed C-C or from C-C impregnated with boron and/or silicon. The wear layer may be fabricated from C-C.
Patent GB-2390697-A (GB)
Title: Alignment of optical fibres with an optical device
Inventor: TOMBLING CRAIG
IPC: G02B6/42
Filed: 2002-03-27
Abstract: A method of aligning the end of an array of optical fibres (27), such as ribbon fibre, with waveguides (33) in an optical device (31), such as an active semiconductor optical device. The ends of the optical fibres (27) are mounted in grooves (25) in a grooved surface (23) of a first block (21) of a fibre block assembly (20). A second block (22) is mounted to the grooved surface (23) of the first block (21) with the fibres (27) mounted between the blocks (21),(22). The grooved surface (23) of the first block (21) extends beyond the second block (22) to form guide surfaces (30). The optical device (31) is supported on a support surface (36) of a bench (32) having guide surfaces (37) extending from the support surface (36). The ends of the optical fibres are aligned with the waveguides (33) in the optical device (31) by moving the fibre block assembly (20) with the guide surfaces (30) of the first block (21) in contact with the guide surfaces (37) of the bench (32). This allows adjustment of the alignment in the direction in which the fibres (27) extend and laterally. It also allows physical contact between the ends of the optical fibres (27) and the optical device (31) to be avoided, if required.
Patent GB-2391712-A (GB)
Title: Crossed slot cavity antenna
Inventor: SIEVENPIPER DANIEL
IPC: H01Q1/42
Filed: 2002-03-22
Abstract: A crossed slot antenna, a method of fabricating same and a method of designing same. The antenna includes a cavity structure having conductive material on opposed surfaces thereof; and two slots in said conductive material, the slots having slightly different lengths and intersecting each other at or close to a 90 degree angle.
Patent GB-2415164-A (GB)
Title: Vortex streaming apparatus for reducing hull drag
Inventor: ROBINSON NICHOLAS PAUL
IPC: B63H19/02
Filed: 2003-11-27
Abstract: A vortex-streaming marine propulsion system has two aspects; a bow wave-rotating system and a stern wave system, either of which are implemented to reduce hydrodynamic drag by introducing a rotating vortex boundary layer between the hull 130 and the surrounding water. The bow wave system comprises a radial array of flippers 127 oscillating in flow in channels with the outer flow half (counter-clockwise vortices) 126 directed at its outlets to stream over the hull and inner half (clockwise vortex barrels) 134 directed inside the hull to one or more vectored bow thruster nozzles 135 for manoeuvring and or stabilising to control hull pitch and roll with lower energy consumption. The stern wave system consists of a trailing captive flipper (151, Fig 3b) in a flexing manifold cut out from the rear quarter of the hull which is used to provide a pitch-stabilised deck for increased user comfort over a wider range of sea states.
Patent GB-2409389-A (GB)
Title: Signal processors and associated methods
Inventor: MAGRATH ANTHONY JAMES
IPC: H03G7/00
Filed: 2003-12-09
Abstract: A gain selector circuit for use in a signal processor for processing audio signals, comprising an audio input to receive a signal indicative of an audio signal, and a determination means to determine a system gain to be applied to an audio signal, such that the system gain is determined using a predetermined volume gain as well as the signal indicative of the audio signal. A processor may utilise log conversion or scaling and may use a threshold comparison to aid the gain selection. A time and frequency dependent decay characteristic may also be included which may be disabled until the polarity of the input audio signal changes.
Patent GB-2409370-A (GB)
Title: A storage switch and plurality of data sinks
Inventor: WAKELIN DUNCAN
IPC: G06F3/06
Filed: 2003-12-20
Abstract: A method of using a storage switch (100) comprising: <UL ST="-"> <LI>coupling a data source (106) to a first port (102) of the storage switch, <LI>coupling a second port (104) of the storage switch to a first port (114) of a first data sink (110), <LI>coupling a second port (112) of the first data sink (110) to a first port (124) of a second data sink (126), </UL> at least the first data sink (110) having a first component (118) for determining whether a data packet (152) received at its first port (114) is addressed to the first data sink (110) and a second component for forwarding the data packet from the second port (112) of the first data sink to the first port (124) of the second data sink (126) in case the data packet is not addressed to the first data sink. For use in a network where the storage device, such as a tape drive, supports a lower data rate to the data source (106).
Patent GB-2409055-A (GB)
Title: AC Voltage regulator
Inventor: DAVIS JOHN SHREEVE HOLMAN
IPC: H01F29/10
Filed: 2004-01-16
Abstract: An AC voltage regulator comprises a variable inductor 3 connected to a load 4. The inductance of inductor 3 is changed by a d.c motor 5 moving a ferrous core 2. Motor 5 is controlled by an electronic PID controller 6 which receives feedback of the output voltage from transformer 7, thereby giving closed loop control. Energy saved can be recycled by circuitry such as a battery charger connected to terminal 8.
Patent GB-2399359-A (GB)
Title: Basement wall construction including brick ledge
Inventor: HUGHES JR JOHN PATRICK
IPC: E04B2/56
Filed: 2004-03-11
Abstract: A basement wall (10) is formed by a series of vertical metal studs (20) supported by a metal sill (38, Figure 4) extending along a concrete footing (12, Figure 5) at their lower ends. A metal shear plate (23, Figure 5) and foam wall (22) are mounted on the studs to form an outer surface of the wall. A brick ledge (78) is attached to the studs adjacent the upper edge of the foam wall, the brick ledge comprising a metal sheet having an upper flange (82) fastened to the studs through the shear panel, a planar mid section (86), an inclined section (92) attached to the mid section and a lower flange (88) is attached to the outer face of the shear panel. The brick ledge is also claimed independently.
Patent GB-2416103-A (GB)
Title: Plant protector
Inventor: GOODMAN CAROLE ANNE
IPC: A01G13/10
Filed: 2004-07-14
Abstract: The protector comprises a container 1 for deterrent material, the container adapted to substantially surround a vulnerable plant or plants, or to substantially surround that part of the plant or plants accessible to predators, the arrangement being such that the container so positioned is then fillable with a deterrent material, the deterrent material provided to discourage or prevent predatory creatures accessing the plant or plants. The container maybe formed from pliable plastic material and have a spike 3 provided in the base 7 to engage with a surface.
Patent GB-2416715-A (GB)
Title: Fischer-Tropsch catalyst
Inventor: RYTTER ERLING
IPC: B01J21/00
Filed: 2004-07-30
Abstract: A Fischer-Tropsch catalyst composition comprising cobalt on a porous alumina carrier, which cobalt composition contains alkali metal in the amount of less than 2000ppm by weight.
Patent GB-2417877-A (GB)
Title: Animal control device
Inventor: BARLEBO-LARSEN INGRID
IPC: A01K15/02
Filed: 2004-09-13
Abstract: An animal control device 1 comprises a timed device which when fitted to a domestic animal such as a dog 6 may be used to produce a sensation which is disconcerting to the animal. The sensation may be in the form of a sound, a vibration or even a light. The mechanism, which may be fitted to a collar 15 or harness, is used to train the animal or inhibit errant behaviour. The timer 24 is configurable by a user to set the predetermined time period after which the mechanism is activated. The sensation may be produced intermittently, or at preset timed intervals. It is suggested that the device be made waterproof, shockproof and in a rugged housing.
Patent GB-2402958-A (GB)
Title: Method of sealing an annular space in a well
Inventor: DIVIS ROBERT
IPC: E21B33/12
Filed: 2003-08-06
Abstract: A method of sealing an annular space in a well comprises providing an assembly with a slip to engage a wall of the well, and a seal 36 to seal an annular space in the well. A selection is made between a first member that configures the assembly for connection to a first tubular configuration, and a second member that configures the shell for connection to a second tubular configuration. The members may be in the form of different sealing bulkheads 160. In a preferred embodiment, the first configuration comprises a single mandrel, whilst the second configuration comprises multiple mandrels.
Patent GB-2413359-A (GB)
Title: Continuous buffer cabinet hinge with adjustable positioning structure
Inventor: KO KUANG-TAI
IPC: E05F5/08
Filed: 2004-10-13
Abstract: A continuous buffer cabinet hinge structure utilised in various types of storage cabinets comprises a hinge (1) that provides for movable conjoinment between a cabinet body (A) and a door panel (B) in which an articulating arm (16,17) and a hydraulic member (13) are respectively disposed on the two mounting plates (11,12) of the hinge and, furthermore, the articulating arm (16,17) and a plunger rod (131) of the hydraulic member (13) are interlinked. As such, when the door panel (B) is opened or closed, since the hydraulic member (13) has buffering capability that enables stepless continuous movement, noise produced during contact is eliminated and the cabinet body (A) and the door panel (B) are protected from impact damage at the areas of contact. The hydraulic member (13) is positioned between the mounting plate (12) and a cover plate (14). Slots 121 are provided in the mounting plate (12) to enable adjustable positioning of the hydraulic member (13) via positioning tabs (141) and screws (15). A spring may be provided in the hydraulic member (13).
Patent GB-2403224-A (GB)
Title: Method of roll grinding
Inventor: BONNER ANNE
IPC: B24D18/00
Filed: 2003-03-21
Abstract: Grinding of mill rolls is carried out with chatter resistant abrasive grinding wheels having relatively low elastic modulus values and relatively hight burst speed values. Grinding operations may be carried out at high efficiency with controlled wheel vibration, thus generating optimum surface quality on the ground mill rolls.
Patent GB-2419201-A (GB)
Title: Data retrieval and conversion method
Inventor: EVANS CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2005-01-21
Abstract: A method of retrieving data from any one of a plurality of data sources (2a-d) is disclosed. The data stored by each data source are arranged according to an associated data format. The method comprises: <SL> <LI>i) issuing a retrieval request for data stored on a designated one of the plurality of data sources to a control process; <LI>ii) passing the retrieval request from the control process to the one a plurality of retrieval processes that is associated with the designated data source, said one of the retrieval processes retrieving the requested data from the designated data source and rearranging the retrieved data into a common output format, if it is not already in the common output format; and <LI>iii) passing the data in the common output format to the control process. </SL>