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Patent GB-2507245-A (GB)
Title: Tailgate locking system
Inventor: BODEN GEORGE ROBERT
IPC: B60P1/26
Filed: 2012-07-23
Abstract: A locking system for a vehicle tailgate having a locked condition in which it prevents opening of a closed tailgate (10, Figure 1) and an unlocked condition, in which it permits opening of a closed tailgate. The locking system comprises a locking bar 20, rotation of which between a locked and an unlocked position causes the locking system to transition between the locked and the unlocked position. An actuator 34 and a linkage 36, 42 are provided. The linkage is operative to transform linear motion of an output component of the actuator 34 to rotary motion of the locking bar 20. When the locking bar 20 is in the locked position, the linkage 36, 42 is arranged such that it prevents a torque applied to the locking bar 20 in a direction from the locked to the unlocked position from causing movement of the locking bar 20 to the unlocked position.
Patent GB-2504770-A (GB)
Title: A magnetic spring conveyor belt
Inventor: CLARE DAVID
IPC: B68G9/00
Filed: 2012-08-10
Abstract: Apparatus for transferring springs from a coiling machine to a pocketing station comprising a conveyor belt 14 with a plurality of magnets 18 positioned on it wherein the magnets 18 are arranged to attract and hold a spring. A mandrel may be provided for supporting the springs and the device may be arranged so that springs are held by a magnet 18 before being cut from a length of spring material. The springs may be deposited in discrete pockets 26 when leaving the conveyor 14. The magnets 18 may be arranged so that identical poles are adjacent to each other.
Patent GB-2494069-A (GB)
Title: A roof edge sealing and retaining assembly
Inventor: EAST MATTHEW JAMES WYNDHAM
IPC: E04D5/14
Filed: 2012-11-21
Abstract: The invention relates to a dual purpose roof edge assembly comprising two elongate cooperatively interlocking elements which envelope a membrane at a low slope roof perimeter to seal and retain it without penetration where critical to waterproofing, interchangeably as a water checking upstand at edges without guttering and a drip edge termination at those with guttering. In upstand mode the invention provides a fascia part with upper horizontal coupling elements which is fixed through the outside and or top of the roof edge, and a complimentary interlocking part with coupling elements which is engaged with the fascia over a membrane when in use, creating a retaining seal_ In drip edge mode the complimentary part is attached to the outside edge of the roof and the fascia part is engaged with it over the membrane when in use, creating a retaining seal. In both modes the membrane is anchored at deck height.
Patent GB-2501957-A (GB)
Title: Method for establishing a telephone call between an originating device and a destination device
Inventor: CORFIELD GEOFFREY
IPC: H04M3/42
Filed: 2012-11-22
Abstract: A call server 60 receives an originating call made by an originating device 10 to a dedicated number for a destination party 90. In response to receiving the originating call: (i) the originating call is parked; and (ii) a message is sent to the destination device of the destination party. The message informs the destination device of the originating call to the dedicated number so that the destination device is able to call the call server to be connected to the parked originating call. The destination device may be advised of the incoming call by way of a text message or a message sent to its IP address, said address being obtained from a proxy server 80. Reduces the cost of calls made between mobile phones in different countries since it enables the originating party to pay for only a local rate call to the server, whilst the destination party pays for the call to the server, which itself may also be on a preferential call charging rate such as a local call rate.
Patent GB-2508218-A (GB)
Title: Electrode for the reduction of gassing in lithium titanate cells
Inventor: BUQA HILMI
IPC: H01M4/131
Filed: 2012-11-26
Abstract: A method for the preparation of an electrode for a lithium titanate cell comprises the use of fluorine acrylic hybrid latex for the preparation of at least one electrode of an electrochemical cell. The electrode is of particular use in the reduction of gassing in a lithium titanate cell. The manufacture of a titanate-based lithium cell comprising such electrodes is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2510118-A (GB)
Title: Electrically conductive building material containing pulverized fuel ash or fly ash derivatives
Inventor: BELLINGHAM BRIAN
IPC: C04B18/06
Filed: 2013-01-23
Abstract: An electrically conductive building material comprises a binder and an aggregate, wherein the material further comprises a high carbon content particulate material or a high iron content particulate material or a mixture of these particulate materials. The high carbon particulate material contains greater than 25% carbon by weight and may be a derivative of pulverized fuel ash or fly ash, with the optional addition of calcined petroleum coke. The material shields against electromagnetic radiation and may be used to line an electromagnetically screened room 1. The electrically conductive material has a wide range of other applications including: covering the surface of an alarm system being electrically integrated into the alarm system; a leak detection mechanism comprising a vessel covered at least in part with the material; and a slug repellant pot, trough or paving slab.
Patent GB-2496801-A (GB)
Title: A method of treating alzheimer's disease
Inventor: EPSHTEIN OLEG LLIICH
IPC: A61K39/395
Filed: 2011-07-15
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating Alzheimer's disease by administration of activated-potentiated form of antibodies to brain-specific protein S-100 and activated-potentiated form of antibodies to endothelial NO synthase.
Patent GB-2511041-A (GB)
Title: Vermin guard
Inventor: SAVAGE KARL
IPC: A01M29/30
Filed: 2013-02-20
Abstract: A vermin guard 1 for a drainpipe comprises a hollow body 2 which has two ends 4, 6 and a discontinuous outer peripheral surface 7 with two edges (8, 9 Fig 3). One end comprises a closed cap portion 4 and the other end comprises a closed base portion 6. The base portion is deformable such that the first and second edges can be moved in an overlapping relationship, reducing the overall cross sectional area of the base portion so that it can be fitted into the top of a drainpipe. The hollow body may have a with a nipped waist region 3 with a smaller cross-sectional area than the rest of the body. The edges may be biased to an open position, where the first and second edges may overlap, so that when inserted into the drainpipe the base portion expands to provide a snug fit within the drainpipe. When in situ, rats and other similar vermin are prevented from leaving the drainpipe. The guard is made from aluminum mesh so that water and other debris can pass through.
Patent GB-2511789-A (GB)
Title: A metamaterial
Inventor: DALEY STEPHEN
IPC: G10K11/162
Filed: 2013-03-13
Abstract: A metamaterial 400 for attenuating acoustic transmission is made of a plurality of layers 410. Each layer consists of a transmission structure 420 and a resonator 450, the latter being coupled to the transmission structure. The transmission structure in a layer is coupled to the transmission structures of the layers adjacent to this layer. The resonator in a layer is coupled to the transmission structure of the layers adjacent to this layer. The metamaterial consists of at least three layers, in which the transmission structure consists of discs or annuli which are coaxial with each other, and cylindrical resonators which are also coaxial with each other, as well as with the discs or annuli of the transmission structure. Any of the couplings are viscoelastic couplings. The metamaterial includes at least one active element which enhances sound absorption, the active element being at least one of the resonators.
Patent GB-2502874-A (GB)
Title: Plumbing Path Guide Apparatus
Inventor: CARRELL DANIEL KEVIN
IPC: B25H7/00
Filed: 2013-04-10
Abstract: A plumbing path guide apparatus 10 comprises a plurality of elements interconnectable by means of female and male connectors 20, 22 configured to slidingly mate with each other. The guide allows a perceived plumbing path to be erected between at least two points whereby measurements of pipe required to plumb said plumbing path are ascertained as the apparatus is erected. The apparatus may further comprise at least one of each of the following: a measuring rod 24; an x-connector 32 interconnectable with the rod; a saddle connector (42, fig. 7) to girdle the pipe; a sliding T connector 76 on the rod; a laser (102 fig. 9); a 45 degree connector piece (134, fig. 12); a rotating offset connector (136, fig. 6); a stand measuring rod 144; and a support base 146 interconnectable with the stand measuring rod.
Patent GB-2513567-A (GB)
Title: Road traffic monitoring equipment
Inventor: SMITH KEITH
IPC: G08G1/01
Filed: 2013-04-29
Abstract: A system for monitoring road traffic flow on a roadway 1 comprises a central control unit 30 for deployment near a roadway and multiple roadside detection modules 20. Each detection unit is operable to monitor a traffic flow parameter (e.g. using RADAR or LIDAR); generate an alarm condition in dependence upon a monitored traffic flow parameter and a predetermined alarm condition; and consequently transmit 31 traffic flow parameter information to the central control unit. The central control unit may include a camera such that an image of a portion 2 of the roadway may be captured and transmitted 32 with the flow information to a recipient. Transmission 31, 32 may be wireless. The central control unit and detection module may be lightweight for ease of transportation and temporary deployment, e.g. to monitor traffic near road works.
Patent GB-2506224-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle engine cooling system and fluid flow control device having a valve closure member that opens in the same direction as coolant flow
Inventor: HUTCHINS WILLIAM
IPC: F01P7/16
Filed: 2013-05-31
Abstract: The device has a valve including a closure member 344V that opens and closes in response to a temperature of coolant flowing through the device. When moving from a closed position to an open position, the member moves in a direction downstream of the direction of coolant flow through the device. A vehicle engine cooling system comprising the device is also claimed. When claimed as part of the vehicle engine cooling system, the device additionally comprises a first inlet 341 connected to a cylinder head of the engine, a second inlet 342 connected to a cylinder block of the engine, a first outlet 343 connected to a radiator bypass conduit and a second outlet 344 connected to a radiator, whereby the valve is associated with the second outlet. The closure member may automatically open when a pressure differential across the valve exceeds a predetermined value. The system may include a variable speed coolant pump controlled based upon at least one vehicle operating parameter, such as the temperature of coolant, engine/transmission oil, or engine speed, that pumps coolant in the system at two different non-zero rates, the higher rate causing opening of the valve. A method is also claimed.
Patent GB-2514773-A (GB)
Title: Underwater turbine installation apparatus and methods
Inventor: BETSCHART MICHAEL
IPC: E02B9/08
Filed: 2013-06-03
Abstract: The invention relates to an installation apparatus 101 and method for the installation or removal of a tidal turbine nacelle151 on an underwater substructure 153. The apparatus comprises a buoyant platform 101 with may comprise two hull portions 103, 103b with a number of inflatable buoyancy units 107. The apparatus also comprises lifting equipment 109, 113, 123, 124, (125 figure 7) for lowering and/or raising the tidal turbine nacelle, and positioning means for positioning the installation apparatus relative to the underwater substructure. The apparatus enables the installation or removal of a turbine nacelle on a substructure without having to deploy a separate barge or heavy lift vessel. Instead, such an installation apparatus can be towed and positioned by a workboat, multicat or any other suitable marine vessel 161. Positioning can be achieved by a propulsion system comprised in the apparatus itself, or manoeuvred by another vessel.
Patent GB-2506241-A (GB)
Title: A child safety seat with an adjustable headrest
Inventor: Chen ying-zhong
IPC: B60N2/28
Filed: 2013-07-16
Abstract: A child safety seat includes a seat shell including a backrest (2, figure 2) that has a lengthwise axis, a headrest (3) assembled with the seat shell and movable along the lengthwise axis of the backrest, and a headrest adjustment mechanism (4). The headrest adjustment mechanism includes two tube segments 20 affixed with the backrest, a mount frame 41 affixed with the headrest, two latches 43 and a driving part 42. The mount frame is movable with the headrest along the tube segments. The two latches are assembled with the mount frame, wherein the latches are operable to move transversally relative to the headrest to respectively engage with the two tube segments to lock the headrest in position, and to respectively disengage from the tube segments to allow adjustment of the headrest. The driving part is connected with the two latches, and is movable along the lengthwise axis to cause the latches to respectively disengage from the tube segments. The driving part may be caused to move by means of rotation of a release actuator 44.
Patent GB-2524111-A (GB)
Title: Method of operating an exhaust valve of an internal combustion engine
Inventor: NUNNO DAVIDE DI
IPC: F02D13/02
Filed: 2014-03-14
Abstract: Disclosed is a method of operating an exhaust valve 215 of an internal combustion engine 110, the method comprising the step of re-opening the exhaust valve during an engine compression stroke, to actuate a variable engine compression ratio. The method may also provide a step of opening the exhaust valve during an engine intake stroke to provide internal exhaust gas recirculation. Also disclosed is a camshaft comprising a multi lobed cam. In addition to a lobe for the main exhaust valve actuation the cam also has a lobes for opening the exhaust valve during the compression stroke and may have a further lobe for opening the exhaust valve during the intake stroke to provide the EGR function.
Patent GB-2518470-A (GB)
Title: Autotroph-based deodorizer and method for manufacturing the same
Inventor: SONG BYUNG JOON
IPC: C12N1/20
Filed: 2014-04-03
Abstract: A method for preparing a microbial deodorizing agent comprising selecting an autotrophic purple sulphur bacteria from Allochromatium palmeri, Ectothiorhodosinus mongolicus, Halochromatium roseum, or a combination thereof, culturing at pH 6.0-7.0 at 43-45oC for 190-210 hours under light of 5000 Lux or higher, sterilizing by boiling the culture at 99oC for 5 minutes, purifying, stabilizing for 48-60 hours without feeding, filtering and harvesting. The microbial deodorizer is effective for removing odorous emissions attributed to ammonia, trimethylamine, formaldehyde, and hydrogen sulfide and is safe to the body and the environment including air and water.
Patent GB-2525597-A (GB)
Title: Electrical device
Inventor: KELLY JULIA
IPC: F21V21/08
Filed: 2014-04-28
Abstract: A battery driven electrical device 1 has a front face and a rear face. The rear face includes a recess 11 for receipt therein of a hook 16 to allow the device to be physically supported on the hook. The recess 11 includes a rear wall 13 provided with a first portion of ferromagnetic material 12. A cooperating mount 2 is provided for supporting the device. The mount 2 includes the hook 16 and a second portion of ferromagnetic material (21, Fig. 4) for confronting relation with the first portion of ferromagnetic material 12 when the hook 16 is received in the recess 11. At least one of the first and second portions of ferromagnetic material consists of a permanent magnet.
Patent GB-2510519-A (GB)
Title: Valve with force sensor
Inventor: HOANG LOC GIA
IPC: F16K3/30
Filed: 2010-09-20
Abstract: A valve includes a body 12 having a flow path 46, a stem 20 and a gate 32 coupled to the stem 20. The gate 32 interfaces with the flow path 46 to regulate flow of a fluid. A force sensor 74 is coupled to the stem 20 to indicate an amount of force exerted on the stem.
Patent GB-2509681-A (GB)
Title: Methodologies to improve reliability of transducer electrical interconnections
Inventor: TSE LAAM ANGELA
IPC: G01V1/52
Filed: 2012-10-23
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and apparatuses measuring a property of a material. The apparatus may include a transducer comprising a first electrical conductor, a second electrical conductor, and a piezoelectric component configured to receive the two conductors. The piezoelectric component may include a cavity dimensioned to improve the strength of or reduce stress on an interconnection between piezoelectric component and at least one of the conductors. The method may include using one or more transducers measuring a property of a material. In some embodiments, the material may be an earth formation.
Patent GB-2531521-A (GB)
Title: Fluid conduit
Inventor: PAUL FLETCHER
IPC: F23R3/28
Filed: 2014-10-20
Abstract: A fluid conduit 40 for a gas turbine engine 10 is provided. The conduit 40 comprises a superelastic material such as a titanium superelastic alloy, examples being TNTZ and Ti2448. The conduit 40 is installed such that at least part of the conduit 40 is subjected to a stress which lies in one of a superelastic and a plastic region of the material in use.
Patent GB-2533967-A (GB)
Title: Adapting the usage configuration of integrated circuit input-output pads
Inventor: JAMES EDWARD MYERS
IPC: G06F21/31
Filed: 2015-01-12
Abstract: A self-test procedure of an integrated circuit by testing for an electrical connection between first and second input-output pads of the integrated circuit. A control device is capable of adapting a functional configuration of usage of the first and second input-output pads in dependence on presence of the electrical connection. These techniques allow the integrated circuit to be used in a variety of contexts, without requiring physical customisation of the integrated circuit to adapt it to its usage context, in particular where connections from the context to the pads of the integrated circuit may be made to individual pads or may span more than one pad for example where the resolution of the printed circuit is lower than the chip.
Patent GB-2526392-A (GB)
Title: PM2.5 dedicated anti-haze mask
Inventor: Chen si wei
IPC: A62B23/02
Filed: 2015-01-28
Abstract: An anti-haze mask designed for protection against fine atmospheric particulate matter (PM), i.e. PM2.5, consists of a silicone mask 1, a filter mounting base 2, a PM2.5 filter 3, fixing strap fasteners 4, an expiratory/output valve (5, Fig 4), a cover (8, Fig 4), an inhaling/input valve (9, Fig 4) and a filter layer (10, Fig 4). The cover is curved and the filter mounting base is symmetrically disposed thereon, the filter mounting base being equipped with the inhaling valve and PM2.5 filter. The upper cover body of the filter mounting base is equipped with the expiratory valve and the fixing strap fasteners. The filter is made up of four layers (i) a nonwoven fabric layer, (ii) an activated carbon layer, (iii) an electrostatic textile fibre layer and (iv) an electrostatic filtering membrane.
Patent GB-2536419-A (GB)
Title: Pipe assembly station
Inventor: LAURENT DANEY
IPC: F16L1/26
Filed: 2015-03-10
Abstract: A pipe assembly station 1 for performing operations on a field joint during pipe assembly has an active, possibly continuous, rail 8 extending around an opening 10 through which the pipe 6 can pass. Tool carriages 20A-I are arranged to traverse along the active rail 8 and around a periphery of the pipe 6. The station 1 also comprises a standby position 12, distanced from the active rail 8, and a switch 16 arranged to transfer the tool carriage 20 from the active rail 8 to the standby position 12. A standby rail can be used to link between the active rail and standby position. Thus is provided a system of bringing multiple heavy tool carriages into contact with a pipe, to perform operations thereon, the tool carriages usually on an overhead rail, with a reserve section of rail for keeping tool stations not currently in use. This allows for more effective use of the limited space around the joint. The tool carriage 20 can be self propelled, and comprises a drive system, at least one tool, a power distribution unit, a wireless controller and a reservoir for working fluid.
Patent GB-2527909-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to imaging of the eye
Inventor: HEMERT JANO VAN
IPC: G06T11/60
Filed: 2015-05-01
Abstract: A method of determining a measurement of at least one cell type in an eye, comprising: obtaining a map of the cell type in the eye which may be in 2D or 3D and may be a cell type density or distribution map, obtaining a representation of the retina of the eye and matching the eye cell type map to the representation of the retina of the eye. A region of interest is then defined on the representation of the retina of the eye and its size calculated. The matched eye cell type map and the size of the region of interest are then used to determine a measure of the cell type in the region of interest of the retina of the eye.
Patent GB-2539017-A (GB)
Title: An optical measuring device
Inventor: ANTHONY JOHN BENNETT
IPC: G01B9/02
Filed: 2015-06-03
Abstract: An optical measuring device for measuring a measurement region, the optical device comprising a photonic chip 1 with an interferometer defined on the chip, the interferometer comprising first and second waveguides 19, 21 on the photonic chip and an interference region 9, wherein the first and second waveguides carry signals from the interference region to the sample region 11 and back to the interference region, the device further comprising a phase adjusting unit 15 configured to vary a phase difference between the signals in the first and second waveguides reflected by the measurement region.
Patent GB-2527209-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for plasma synthesis of graphitic products including graphene
Inventor: PENNINGTON DALE ANDREW
IPC: C23C16/26
Filed: 2015-06-12
Abstract: Apparatus for forming graphitic products including graphene comprises a plasma nozzle 19 coupled to a reaction chamber 7, means 14 for supplying a carbon containing process gas to the nozzle 19 and means 1 for supplying radio frequency or microwave radiation to process gas within the nozzle 19. The nozzle 19 is arranged so that its plasma afterglow extends into the reaction chamber 7. In use the process gas is cracked by the plasma in the nozzle 19 and passes into the reaction chamber 7 where it recombines to form graphitic products in the plasma afterglow. The nozzle 19 is shaped to form at least one and preferably three vortices in the process gas within the nozzle 19. The reaction chamber 7 can be cylindrical with an opening 9 at one or both ends for removal of the product. The afterglow rapidly loses heat on exiting the nozzle 19, e.g. because of the diameter of the reaction chamber 7 or means for cooling the afterglow being located in the chamber.
Patent GB-2539514-A (GB)
Title: Impellers for centrifugal pumps
Inventor: William James Beer
IPC: F04D29/24
Filed: 2015-06-20
Abstract: An impeller for a centrifugal pump comprising a plurality of first vanes 2 extending from a hub to the circumference of the impeller, and a plurality of second vanes 2B which are shorter and extend only part way to the circumference of the impeller. The impeller also features a shroud 15B, which has been trimmed so as to have a scalloped circumference. The shortened blades and cutaways on the shroud may reduce the influence of boundary layer friction on the impeller and increase the output pressure (head).