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Patent GB-2442797-A (GB)
Title: Engine Diagnostic System
Inventor: HAGGSTROM ERIK
IPC: F02D41/22
Filed: 2006-10-11
Abstract: System and method for diagnosing conditions or problems in an internal combustion engine, particularly while the engine is running. An engine diagnostic system for diagnosing a condition of an internal combustion engine such as mis-fire, cylinder balance, said internal combustion engine having a plurality of cylinders driving a rotating shaft coupled to an alternator, the diagnostic system comprises: an input of a signal constituting a DC signal from said alternator or alternatively a battery or sensor; a system coupled to said input to determine from said alternator signal, data indicating for each said cylinder a contribution of the cylinder to said rotation of said shaft; and an output to provide an indication of said condition of said engine dependent upon a comparison of said contribution of each said cylinder to said shaft rotation. Preferably the output is a waveform representing cylinder performance. Additionally an envelope of the alternator signal is established and an AC ripple is superimposed thereon.
Patent GB-2446405-A (GB)
Title: Airfoils with automatic pitch control
Inventor: LAWSON DAVID
IPC: A63B31/00
Filed: 2007-02-09
Abstract: An airfoil or hydrofoil 30 arranged for use in a fluid flow of varying direction relative to the airfoil has arranged thereon a plural axis hinge 50 for automatic adjustment of the angle of pitch of the airfoil. The hinge 50 may comprise a fixed plate attached to a fairing 60 and a movable plate 55 attached to the foil 30; pivoting cross-links 56, 58 may extend between the plates 56, 58. The movement of the airfoil form one hinge axis to the other may be immediate or gradual. The fluid may be water and the flow may be tidal, wave or river or ocean currents. The airfoil can be applied to a rotary crossflow device for use in a fluid flow of varying apparent flow direction, an oscillating device for use in a fluid flow, a force generation device for use in a fluid flow of varying direction, or a flow control device for use in a fluid flow of alternating direction. The device may be an oscillating propulsor, eg a sculling oar or a swimming aid. The plural axis hinge may aid "end of stroke turning" of the foils (fig.21).
Patent GB-2447264-A (GB)
Title: Optical position sensitive detector
Inventor: JACKSON JOHN CARLTON
IPC: G01S3/784
Filed: 2007-03-05
Abstract: An optical position sensitive detector comprises a plurality of photosensitive areas (e.g. four for a quadrant detector), each photosensitive area being formed by a plurality of individual light sensitive elements, each light sensitive element comprising a photodiode adapted to produce a signal in response to a photon incident thereon in Geiger mode when the photodiode is operated above a breakdown voltage of the photodiode, and being provided with an ability to quench a breakdown phenomenon, and each photosensitive area having an output for providing a signal or signals derived from the light sensitive element response signals from that photosensitive area, the position of an optical beam incident on the detector being derivable from the output signals. The light sensitive elements of each photosensitive area may be respective micro-cells of silicon photomultiplier type circuitry.
Patent GB-2438202-A (GB)
Title: A kickover tool
Inventor: JACKSON ELIJAH D
IPC: E21B23/03
Filed: 2007-04-05
Abstract: A kickover tool 10 for installing and retrieving a well flow control device 25 from a side pocket mandrel in a wellbore includes a spring-loaded key 16 which has an outer circumferential surface having a predetermined machined patterns (17 a - d) formed therein. Each side pocket mandrel 30 in the tubing string 31 contains a profile having a predetermined machined pattern. The spring-loaded key will engage the side pocket mandrel with a profile matching the pattern on the outer circumferential surface of the spring-loaded key. When that engagement occurs, the articulated arm 24 of the kickover tool is permitted to be deployed to insert a well flow control device in the side pocket 34 of the side pocket mandrel. The kickover tool also has a slider bar 12, a spring-loaded dog 21 engaging the slider bar.
Patent GB-2449944-A (GB)
Title: Generating applications for supply to mobile devices
Inventor: JOWETT FREDERICK
IPC: G06F9/44
Filed: 2007-06-09
Abstract: Applications are supplied to mobile devices. An application template is developed as a hierarchy of nested elements and layout data for a plurality of types of element. An application is assembled by applying data to one or more of the elements to form objects. The objects are supplied to a requesting mobile device, such that each object contains data, an identification of its position within the hierarchy and an identification of its element type. In addition, layout data is supplied to the mobile device for element types corresponding to the supplied object.
Patent GB-2440413-A (GB)
Title: Mounting fencing panels
Inventor: THOMAS ROBERT
IPC: E04H17/14
Filed: 2007-06-14
Abstract: A cleat 10 for use in mounting, between two upright supports, a fabricated metal fencing panel 1 of rectangular or generally rectangular and form, having lugs 2, 3 projecting laterally beyond each panel end, comprises a socket 12 of profile to accommodate either lug 2, 3 as a spigot and socket joint, with a mounting leg 13 extending at 90{ thereto. A through hole 14 is provided in the leg 13 to accommodate a bolt for attachment of the cleat, and hence the associated fencing panel, to an upright support. A mounting bracket 11 for similar use comprises a pair of spaced-apart sockets 12 projecting from the same side of an elongated body member 17 to accommodate the upper and lower lugs 2, 3. The body member 17 is provided with through holes 14 adjacent the sockets to accommodate mounting bolts to attach the body member to the upright support.
Patent GB-2450480-A (GB)
Title: High level camera mount
Inventor: STONE JAMES RICHARD
IPC: F16M13/02
Filed: 2007-06-21
Abstract: A high level camera mount which permits a camera to be lowered to pedestrian height and subsequently raised back to operating height is disclosed. The mount may comprise a camera arm to which the camera is mounted. An access arm may be provided, which allows an operative to disengage primary and secondary locks on the camera arm (Fig. 1) and lower the camera arm (Fig. 2). Gas struts may be charged as the camera arm is lowered, and an in-built lock may hold the camera arm at pedestrian height. When the camera arm is no longer required at pedestrian height, the in-built lock may be disengaged, the camera arm may return to its operating height using the action of the gas struts, and the primary and secondary locks may be engaged (Fig.3).
Patent GB-2441654-A (GB)
Title: Gage configurations for drill bits
Inventor: CHANDILA PARVEEN K
IPC: E21B10/16
Filed: 2007-09-06
Abstract: An earth-boring bit 110 includes a plurality of cutting elements positioned on at least two roller cone cutters 114, 115, 116 having cutting element gage inserts 180 contributing to an operative gage row 180a of the drill bit which comprise less than 31 percent of a total cutting elements 180, 181, 182, 183 of the drill bit that contact the bottom of the borehole. At least one roller cone may have no cutting elements contributing to an operative gage row of the drill bit. Reducing, by minimizing or eliminating, the total gage count on a roller cone cutter may increase the penetration depth of the inserts that contact hole bottom, and thus increase the rate of penetration of the bit. Also disclosed is a method to design a roller cone drill bit including designing an initial bit, testing the initial bit; and adjusting the bit design to optimize at least one of rate of penetration and wear resistance.
Patent GB-2446957-A (GB)
Title: Child carrying apparatus with an adjustable child support
Inventor: GARNER STUART JAMES
IPC: B62B7/14
Filed: 2008-02-25
Abstract: A child carrying apparatus 40, such as a stroller or buggy (10, figure 1) comprises a base 44. The base is selectively arrangeable in a lying configuration in which a child can lie on the base, and in at least one seating configuration in which the child can be seated on the base. The base may comprise a plurality of portions 44, 46, 48 which are pivotally movable relative to one another, and which may be connected to a support frame 52 by means which also adjust the orientation of the base. The connection means may comprise straps (60, 62, figures 5 and 6) or first and second slide fasteners (zippers 170, 172, figures 24 and 25). The child support base may be connected to a chassis of a stroller by means of spring operated locking devices 102 (figures 9 to 23) situated on either side of the base. These also provide connection points for a handle and hood (106, 42, figure 3).
Patent GB-2458946-A (GB)
Title: A squeegee
Inventor: SMITH ADRIAN PAUL
IPC: A47L1/06
Filed: 2008-04-04
Abstract: A squeegee 10 is disclosed for wiping a surface such as a window pane. The squeegee 10 comprises a handle 11 and a blade 12 mounted to the handle 11. The blade comprises a first blade section 12a and a second blade section 12b, which diverge with respect to each other in a direction forwardly of the handle 11 to channel water from a window pane, for example, into a chamber formed within the hollow handle 11.
Patent GB-2460018-A (GB)
Title: Active Matrix Displays
Inventor: SMITH EUAN
IPC: G09G3/32
Filed: 2008-05-07
Abstract: An active matrix OLED display (200) comprising a data line (202), a plurality of pixel circuits (203) connected to the data line (202), a drive circuit (201) connected towards one end of the data line (202) for writing display data to the pixel circuits (203), and a programmable drive boost circuit (204) connected towards another end of the data line (202) from the drive circuit (201).
Patent GB-2453840-A (GB)
Title: Railway arch linings and mezzanine floors
Inventor: FINCH STEVE
IPC: E04B1/32
Filed: 2008-10-03
Abstract: A system for lining arched structures, comprising a framework for installation within the structure, the framework including a plurality of elongate frame elements 70 and a plurality of support elements 40 each frame element having first and second ends characterised in that each frame element comprises a plurality of rigid portions joined in series by hinge portions such that there is a range of positional adjustment between the frame and the support elements. The frame elements are fixed to the posts to support them at either end in their installed position, providing a self-supporting, arched framework which relies upon the masonry soffit 5 for its shape and stability. Each frame element may comprise a unitary "top-hat" The framework is installed from ground level, and the posts preferably support a temporary mezzanine floor which provides access to the soffit for installation of cooperating, flat lining panels, each panel preferably comprising a foamed plastics body with downwardly directed channels and angularly adjustable, interlocking upper and lower edges. The frame may be installed with an installation tool, which may include a pivoting ratchet which allows the flexible frame element to be formed into an arched shape on the ground and then raised into a vertical plane prior to installation. Independent claims are included for the system, method, flexible frame element, stanchion, shield, panel, modular flooring element and installation tool.
Patent GB-2464120-A (GB)
Title: A method of crediting users for use of broadcast media
Inventor: GODAR ANTHONY WILLIAM
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2008-10-03
Abstract: An entertainment system (e.g. a games console) includes a broadcast reception means (e.g. a TV tuner, cable tuner, internet connection), a memory and a processor that can monitor usage of the broadcast reception means (e.g. by monitoring the channel tuned to, embedded EPG information or data embedded in the audio or video stream). If the usage satisfies a usage criterion (e.g. percentage of media watched, media recorded or media share via a peer to peer network) the processor records to the memory means a credit subsequently redeemable by the entertainment system for goods or services (e.g. game content, another broadcast item). A viewer may therefore be rewarded for watching programs or adverts.
Patent GB-2450458-A (GB)
Title: Stroller with spring-assisted fold mechanism
Inventor: BEARUP ADAM
IPC: B62B7/06
Filed: 2007-05-14
Abstract: A spring-assisted fold mechanism for a child's stroller is operable to collapse the stroller frame into a storage configuration upon actuation of a release mechanism controlling the stroller fold latch mechanism. The stroller includes a spring device interconnecting two of the pivotally connected frame components to urge the pivotal movement thereof into a collapsed, folded configuration. An anti-fold latch mechanism is associated with the stroller seat to move from an inoperative position into a locking position whenever a child is placed into the stroller seat to prevent the fold mechanism from collapsing the frame of the stroller until the child is removed from the seat. The spring device can be configured as a gas spring, a torsion spring, a compression spring or an elastomeric member that can be stretched to exert a biasing force on the stroller frame to urge movement into the collapsed position.
Patent GB-2464981-A (GB)
Title: Pressure sensor for measuring intraocular pressure that can be worn on the eye.
Inventor: ELSHEIKH AHMED
IPC: A61B3/10
Filed: 2008-11-01
Abstract: A pressure sensor that can be worn on the eye of the user for measuring the intraocular pressure of the user. The pressure sensor may take the form of a strain gauge 24 which has a resistance element. The pressure measuring device may also be incorporated into a corneal contact lens, the contact lens may have a cavity which can hold or store medication for intraocular pressure. The contact lens may also have an outlet for the medication so it can be administered to the eye. The pressure sensor may also have a transceiver which can communicate with a second transceiver, using a magnetic field; the second transceiver may be able to send information to a data recording device.
Patent GB-2451217-A (GB)
Title: Hair coloring composition
Inventor: AZIZOVA MARINA
IPC: A61K8/41
Filed: 2007-05-17
Abstract: By providing a certain oxidative primary and a certain oxidative coupler as an integral ingredients in hair coloring formulations, substantially improved and enhanced hair conditioning benefits are attained, providing a highly effective, hair coloring composition.
Patent GB-2456229-A (GB)
Title: Tool for isolating a pipeline portion
Inventor: BOWIE ANGUS GEORGE
IPC: F16L55/128
Filed: 2009-01-09
Abstract: The tool (10) adapted for location within a pipe (11) comprises a mandrel (12), a first, inboard end (13) and a second, outboard end (14). First and second pipe engaging members (17, 18) are coupled to the mandrel (12) and each of the pipe engaging members (17, 18) is selected from one of a seal element (19, 25), a lock member and a flange member. Pistons (23, 29) are operatively associated with the pipe engaging members (17, 18) and the pistons (23, 29) are adapted to urge the pipe engaging members (17, 18) into engagement with the pipe (11). A third pipe engaging member (53), e.g. a lock member, may also be provided. The pipeline tool (10) Is modular and is configured for performing a number of different pipeline functions through selection of the pipe engaging members (17, 18), e.g. pipeline weld pressure testing, pipeline gripping and retrieval.
Patent GB-2455461-A (GB)
Title: Method and device for securing an airbag in a motor vehicle
Inventor: BONARENS FRANK
IPC: B60R21/213
Filed: 2007-08-22
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for securing an airbag (25) to a motor vehicle. Said method consists of the following steps: an airbag (25) that comprises a securing lug (20) and that can be filled with a gas is secured to a securing device (10) that comprises a plate (11) and an attachment device (16) that is secured to the plate. Said plate comprises a first plate section (12) having a first opening (14) provided with a screw thread (15) and a second plate section (13). Said attachment device (16) is secured to the first plate section (12) and the airbag is secured to the securing device (10) by bending the second plate section (13) in such a manner that the first plate section (12) and the second plate section (13) at least partially surround the securing lug (20) on both sides. The invention also relates to a securing device for an airbag, an airbag module and a motor vehicle.
Patent GB-2458797-A (GB)
Title: Dual clutch transmission with seven forward and reverse gearwheel groups
Inventor: MOHLIN MIKAEL B
IPC: F16H3/00
Filed: 2009-03-31
Abstract: A double-clutch transmission (DCT) 1 comprises two input shafts 20,22 that are connected to two clutch discs. The DCT further comprises a first layshaft 40, a second layshaft 50 and a third layshaft 38 arranged in parallel to the input shafts 20, 22. One or more of the layshafis 38, 40, 50 comprises a fixed output pinion 41, 51, 53 for outputting a drive torque to a torque train. Gearwheels of gearwheel groups are mounted on the shafts 20, 22, 38, 40, 50 for providing seven gears and reverse. Each one of the gearwheel groups comprises a coupling device tat is arranged on one of the layshafts 40, 50, 53 to selectively engage one of idle gearwheels for selecting one of the seven gears and reverse. A third fixed gearwheel 25 meshes with a third gear idler gearwheel 62 and a fifth gear idler gearwheel 64. A second fixed gearwheel 30 meshes with a second gear idler gearwheel 61 and a sixth gear idler gearwheel 65. Reverse is provided a fixed gearwheel on one of the input shafts 20, 22 meshing with a reverse gear idler gearwheel 35 on one of the layshafts 38, 40, 50. Also claimed is a power train device in a vehicle, the power train device comprising a gearbox having the double-clutch transmission and a power source which may be a combustion engine and/or an electric motor.
Patent GB-2470913-A (GB)
Title: Foil pick up head comprising a plate with a plurality of holes
Inventor: SMITH PETER DERRICK
IPC: B21B39/02
Filed: 2009-06-09
Abstract: Apparatus for transporting sheet material comprises plate 4 with a plurality of holes 7, a pressure differential being provided between the upper and lower surfaces of plate 4 by a vacuum and nozzle arrangement, or by directing a flow of gas over the upper surface of the plate, causing foil 8 to be lifted by plate 4. The nozzle used to direct gas over the upper-surface may be a flat jet compressed air nozzle 2, and the air directed over the plate 4 also causes the end of the foil 8 to lift. Holes (10, Fig 3) may comprise a streamlined hood (11, Fig 3) with a tapered upstream end, and may be arranged in a staggered pattern. A plurality of plates 4 may be used, and they may have nozzles that are in fluid communication. The apparatus is suitable for use with foil, such as aluminium foil, with a thickness of 12-50 microns, or with foil 12-300 microns thick when combined with existing lifting systems comprising suckers (18, Fig 4) and a vacuum source. The apparatus is for use with a thin strip rolling mill. A method is also described.
Patent GB-2461993-A (GB)
Title: Optical signal attenuator having increasing attenuation gradient
Inventor: FRANKLIN JAMES D
IPC: G02B6/26
Filed: 2009-07-17
Abstract: An apparatus for handling an optical signal comprises an attenuator having a plurality of transmission units with each unit having a respective length (L1, L2, Ln) and attenuation gradient (A1, A2, An). The units are arranged linearly in series such that the units with steeper attenuation gradients are located distal from the signal entry side of the attenuator. The attenuator therefore provides an increasing attenuation per unit length of attenuator as the signal propagates through the attenuator. An associated attenuator and method are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2472605-A (GB)
Title: A hydraulic pile driver with air ducts to assist in cooling
Inventor: SPRIGGS DAVID FREDERICK
IPC: E02D7/08
Filed: 2009-08-12
Abstract: A pile driver includes an anvil 26, a reciprocating mass 11, a cushion 28 and a casing 1. The mass is lifted by hydraulic means 15, 17 and released to impact the anvil via the cushion. The casing maintains the alignment of the various components. The casing is closed above by a lid 4, closed below by the anvil, and partitioned into two regions by the reciprocating mass. As the mass moves the air is forced from one region to the other via ducts 5, 26 external to the casing. The ducts may be provided with fins to assist in heat transfer in order to cool components. Air flow through the ducts may be specifically directed toward the cushion. There may be air passages 33 through the cushion. Preferably addition upper and lower cushions 38, 40 limit the vertical movement of the mass.
Patent GB-2464004-A (GB)
Title: Slurrification process
Inventor: EIA JAN THORE
IPC: E21B21/06
Filed: 2008-05-16
Abstract: A system for slurrifying drill cuttings including a cuttings dryer, a pump, and a transfer line fluidly connecting the cuttings dryer and the pump, the transfer line having a fluid inlet for receiving a fluid. Furthermore, the system for slurrifying drill cuttings including a storage vessel fluidly connected to the pump for storing a slurry. Additionally, a method for slurrifying drill cuttings including drying drill cuttings in a cuttings drying to produce dry cuttings and combining a fluid with the dry cuttings to produce a slurry. Furthermore, the method includes mixing the slurry and the dry cuttings in a mixing pump and transferring the slurry to a storage vessel.
Patent GB-950212-A (GB)
Title: Regulation of forced-through-flow steam generators
IPC: F22B35/10
Filed: 1961-03-20
Abstract: 950,212. Measuring density of steam. SULZER FRERES S.A. March 20,1961 [March 30, 1960], No. 10111/61. Heading G1S. [Also in Division G3] A device for measuring the specific volume of steam comprises a double bellows 104, Fig. 5 closed by a cap 103 and containing an appropriate quantity of steam. Steam flowing through a pipe 101 maintains the trapped steam at the temperature of the flowing steam and differences in pressure move a diaphragm 117 to actuate an electric motor 113 which moves a rod 104<SP>1</SP> to raise or lower the cap 103 until the pressures are equalized. The position of rod 104<SP>1</SP> is indicative of the specific volume. A device for measuring instantaneous density in a pipe 130 Fig. 6, comprises a radioactive emitter 133 and two radiation measuring devices 140,142, the first measures the radioactive material absorbed by the steam while the second measures the radiation from the emitter. A comparison of these two readings provides a measurement of density of the steam in the pipe.
Patent GB-215007-A (GB)
Title: Manufacture of arylidoquinones
Filed: 1924-04-24
Abstract: Arylidoquinones are prepared by the action of air or oxygen under pressure upon solutions or suspensions containing hydroquinones of the benzene or naphthalene series and aromatic amines.  In an example a mixture of hydroquinone, aniline, and water, is treated at 50 DEG C. in an autoclave fitted with a stirrer with air at 20-25 atmospheres pressure for 40-60 hours; the pure 2 : 5-dianilidoquinone is isolated by filtration.