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Patent GB-2395699-A (GB)
Title: Support console
Inventor: ROBINSON MARC
IPC: B60R11/02
Filed: 2002-11-26
Abstract: A support console for mounting an electronic device in a vehicle having restraining seatbelts. The console comprises support rails adapted to locate on a vehicle seat, a platform (11) supported by the rails (14,15), locating means (17) adapted to cooperate with a seatbelt (41), and an electrical power supply (32). The electronic device (13) may be positioned on the platform and the locating means may consist of recesses into which a seatbelt may be removably located to restrain the movement of the console.
Patent GB-2386626-A (GB)
Title: Downhole tubular string connections
Inventor: SMITH RAY C
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2003-03-06
Abstract: A method of forming a downhole connection between tubular strings 12,16 includes the step of crimping the tubular strings together. The tubular strings may be positioned in the same wellbore 14, or the tubular strings may be positioned in different intersecting wellbores prior to the crimping step Figs 3 -5. One of the tubular strings may be expanded outwardly within the other tubular string prior to the crimping step. There may be a sealing material or a bonding material between the strings where they are joined.
Patent GB-2384953-A (GB)
Title: Mobile-assisted network based techniques for improving accuracy of wireless location system
Inventor: STILP LOUIS A
IPC: H04W4/90
Filed: 2001-06-26
Abstract: The accuracy of the location estimate of a Wireless Location System is dependent, in part, upon both the transmitted power of the wireless transmitter and the length in time of the transmission from the wireless transmitter. In general, higher power transmissions and transmissions of greater transmission length can be located with better accuracy by the Wireless Location System than lower power and shorter transmissions. Wireless communications systems generally limit the transmit power and transmission length of wireless transmitters in order to minimize interference within the communications system and to maximize the potential capacity of the system. Several methods meet the conflicting needs of both systems by enabling the wireless communications system to minimize transmit power and length while enabling improved location accuracy for certain types of calls, such as wireless 9-1-1 (emergency) calls. Such methods include mobile-assisted techniques in which the mobile unit includes functionality to assist in improving location accuracy. The WLS locates the transmitter (mobile unit) while the latter is using a modified transmission sequence comprising a message sent from the wireless transmitter using transmission parameters different from the normal transmission parameters broadcast on the forward control channel by the base stations in the associated wireless communications system. A trigger event, such as the user dialing 9-1-1, causes the mobile unit to operate in the mode in which the modified transmission sequence is used.
Patent GB-2389934-A (GB)
Title: A method for interactively displaying estimated stability of rock surrounding a wellbore
Inventor: COOK JOHN MERVYN
IPC: G01V1/34
Filed: 2003-05-30
Abstract: A method and system is disclosed for interactively displaying estimated stability of rock surrounding a wellbore. The display shows a three-dimensional representation of the orientation of a portion of the wellbore and the associated estimation of stability of the rock surrounding the wellbore. The user can alter the orientation of the portion of the wellbore, after which in real time the stability estimation is recalculated and redisplayed. The method and system can be used for planning or modifying a well plan, either before or during the drilling process. The method and system can also be used for diagnosis of stability problems. The method and system can also be used for displaying and analyzing the estimated stability of perforations surrounding a wellbore and for planning and arranging such perforations.
Patent GB-2403559-A (GB)
Title: Index updating system employing self organising maps
Inventor: THORPE JONATHAN RICHARD
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-07-02
Abstract: Information items 910 such as files or media clips are mapped to respective nodes within a self organising map, SOM. A mapping relationship is defined between the frequency of occurrence within the file of each of a primary concordance of word stems and a plurality of nodes in an array. An update concordance 935 is maintained of those new word stems identified which are not currently part of the primary concordance. The primary concordance is revised 960 if a test 940 based on the update concordance determines that the primary concordance needs revision. The test may be to determine whether a predetermined number of new word stems in the update concordance exceed a threshold value. The test may also verify that the frequency of occurrence of the update concordance stems lies within a predetermined range. After the primary concordance has been revised a redefinition of the mapping relationship employing the revised primary concordance may be effected.
Patent GB-2393083-A (GB)
Title: Checking authenticity of provider of location based (hotspot) service
Inventor: MCDONNELL JAMES THOMAS EDWARD
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2003-09-09
Abstract: A method where, on becoming aware of potential use of a location based service, i.e. a wireless hotspot service or service available at a wireless hotspot, a cellular communications service provider authenticates the provider of the location based service and prepares authentication information for the user. In one aspect, the cellular telecommunications provider 16 receives an indication of potential use of a specified wireless hotspot 12 from a user 10, verifies the authenticity or trustworthiness of a provider 14 of a service available at the specified hotspot 12 and prepares authentication information to be provided to the user 10, e.g. a cryptographic key confirming authenticity. In another aspect, the cellular telecommunications provider 16 tracks the location of a user 10 via their wireless terminal and determines that the user is, or predicts that the user will be, within an operating range 12 of a location based service. The cellular provider 16 then authenticates the provider 14 of the location based service and provides an authentication indication to the user 10. Since the cellular service provider 16 is able to authenticate location based service providers 14 once it is aware of potential use of the service, authentication may be performed prior to an actual request to use a specific service and users can avoid rogue hotspot providers.
Patent GB-2407714-A (GB)
Title: Insulating connector device and wire seal
Inventor: BOWATER ROY
IPC: H01R4/70
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: A device 10 for joining the ends of two or more wires and/or sealing the end of at least one wire is made substantially of a non-conducting material. It has wire positioning means such as holes 65 and two surfaces 50 which can be hinged together. At least one of the surfaces has a protrusion 90 to clamp the wire(s) in the closed position.
Patent GB-2408672-A (GB)
Title: A tray with support means
Inventor: TASKER KENNETH W
IPC: A47B23/00
Filed: 2003-12-05
Abstract: The support arrangement 16 to 26 of a tray comprises a first pair 16 of generally parallel elongate members, secured to the underside of the tray, and a second pair 20 of generally parallel elongate members each arranged transversely of and independently slidable along the first pair 16. Respective ends of the second pair members 20 project beyond an edge of the tray and have respective attachment devices 26, 28 to be secured to respective supports at variable spacing. The tray may be formed with an aperture (40) defined by a skirt which extends in an intended downward direction from the tray (30), the skirt (40) being provided with at least one resilient snap-action clip (44) which engages the periphery of a further support (50a) which fits in the aperture (40), Figures 3 and 4. A clip-on tray or box support (60) has a loop (62) to support the tray or box, a rim of which rests on the loop (62) when the support (60) is in use, and the loop (62) having on its outer periphery a snap-on clip (70) to be pushed downwardly on to a rim of a tray or other member, Figure 6. The trays may hold bait or other angling accessories.
Patent GB-2412050-A (GB)
Title: A plant support system
Inventor: ELLIS JEREMY FRANK
IPC: A01G9/12
Filed: 2004-03-18
Abstract: A plant support system comprises a plurality of substantially vertical poles 2 connected by their upper ends to a crossbar 1 which is arranged substantially horizontally. The crossbar is fitted with a series of loops or eyes to receive and support the poles. The lower ends of the poles are fitted with spikes 4 which allow for the poles to be securely fixed into the ground. The poles may be fitted with hooks 5 or eyes 6 may be used to secure strings or netting as required.
Patent GB-2397320-A (GB)
Title: Tubular expansion apparatus and method
Inventor: SMITH JR SIDNEY KENNETH
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2002-09-30
Abstract: Tools for expanding downhole tubulars into each other or in open hole are disclosed. One embodiment uses a movable cone (50) biased by Bellville washers to move longitudinally against such bias and allow collets (40) to move radially in or out to a predetermined maximum diameter. A release system allows collet retraction to avoid hang up on removal. In an alternate embodiment, more suitable for open hole applications, pressurized gas pushes a movable cone longitudinally against the collets. A stationary cone is on the opposite side of the collets from the movable cone. The collet rides out or in between the cones and raises the gas pressure when forced in. A pressure actuated release allows the lower cone to shift downwardly to allow the collets to retract for removal.
Patent GB-2411439-A (GB)
Title: Water energy wheel powered with compressed gas
Inventor: AKSU MEHMET KORAY
IPC: F03B17/00
Filed: 2004-04-07
Abstract: An energy wheel comprises a number of sections 3 and two pipes 4, 5, one containing gas at high pressure, the other at low pressure/vacuum. Each section 3 is covered with an inflatable material and contains a two-way switch connecting it to the pipes. Compressed gas is supplied at the middle of the wheel by a tube 1 or machine 9, connected to the wheel with wires. The low pressure pipe 5 may also be connected to machine 9. The wheel is sunk in liquid up to level of tube 1. To operate the wheel, compressed gas is supplied to, via pipe 4, and removed from, via pipe 5, the individual sections in sequence, allowing the wheel to rotate.
Patent GB-2399925-A (GB)
Title: Automated digital rights management and payment system with embedded content
Inventor: MARITZEN MICHAEL
IPC: G06Q30/06
Filed: 2002-10-31
Abstract: A system and method to transmit embedded content (600) for use by a transaction device (205, 305) are described in detail below. In addition, authorization for use of the embedded content can be confirmed locally withing the transaction device. Further, registration and payment for use of the embedded content can be performed locally within the transaction device. In one embodiment, access is requested from a secure entity. The access to the secure entity is granted if authentication information identifying a user requesting the access is provided to the secure entity. In one embodiment, embedded content is received within a transaction device; the transaction device locally verifies an authorization to use the embedded content; and the transaction device utilizes the embedded content in response to the authorization.
Patent GB-2416506-A (GB)
Title: Wrench with magnet
Inventor: HSIEH CHIH-CHING
IPC: B25B23/12
Filed: 2004-07-24
Abstract: A wrench or spanner includes two jaws 11 extending from an end of a handle 10 with a hole 20 defined in at least one of the jaws. The hole 20 communicates with a clamping surface 122 of the jaw and a magnet 30 is received in the hole 20. The magnet 30 attracts the object that is clamped by the wrench while in use. A spring (32, fig. 6) may be provided to bias the magnet 30, and a flange 21 may extend inwardly from the opening defined by the hole 20 in order to retain the magnet 30 in the hole 20.
Patent GB-2408726-A (GB)
Title: Release mechanism for separable cart
Inventor: WU DONALD PI HSIANG
IPC: B62D27/06
Filed: 2004-11-02
Abstract: A quick release mechanism releases a rear frame 30 from a front frame 20 of an electric cart. When the frames 20, 30 are positioned together, slots 22 at both sides of a rear frame front edge 21 accommodate ends of a front frame rear edge cross bar 32. An upright column 24 on the front edge 21 has a locking portion 25 comprising a movable hook 26 and a gap 251. To lock the frames together, an upright bar on the cross bar is locked in the gap 251 by the hook 26. Each slot 22 is preferably provided with an angled plate 23 to guide the cross bar 32 into position. Typically, a male connector 11 and a corresponding female connector 12 are also provided.
Patent GB-2420230-A (GB)
Title: Dielectric loaded helical antenna with integral balun formed in a cavity within the dielectric
Inventor: LEISTEN OLIVER PAUL
IPC: H01Q1/24
Filed: 2004-11-11
Abstract: A dielectrically loaded backfire helical antenna has a cylindrical ceramic core (12) and a feed structure which passes axially through the core to a distal end face of the core where it is connected to helical conductors (10A - 10D) located on the outside of the core. Opening out on the proximal end face (12P) of the core is a cavity (21) which is coaxial with the feed structure. A conductive balun layer (20) encircling a portion of the core extends over the proximal end face of the core and the wall (21) of the cavity to connect the helical elements (10A - 10D) to the feeder structure where it emerges into the cavity. The presence of the cavity and accommodating some of the length of the balun in the cavity allows a reduction in the size and weight of a dielectrically loaded backfire antenna.
Patent GB-2409549-A (GB)
Title: Storing an image file in a computer system
Inventor: FARKAS IVAN
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2004-12-16
Abstract: A computer system (100) comprising a memory (130) that includes a host (10) and an image file (14), a processor (110) configured to execute the host, an input / output (I/O) controller (124) coupled to the processor, and a management processing system (20) coupled to the I/O controller and including a non-volatile memory (22) is provided. The host is configured to cause the processor to provide the image file to the management processing system, and the management processing system is configured to store the image file in the non-volatile memory in response to receiving the image file from the host.
Patent GB-2424354-A (GB)
Title: Child's suit with adjustable cuffs and collar
Inventor: THEODORE JANET ANN
IPC: A41B13/00
Filed: 2005-01-25
Abstract: A suit 1 for a child has a jacket portion and a trouser portion. The jacket and trouser portions have adjustable cuffs 4A, 4B, 8A and 8B, the jacket also has an adjustable neck 10. The adjustable portions may be elasticated and adjusted in size using hook and loop fasteners. The jacket and trouser portions may be integral or releasably joined.
Patent GB-2424340-A (GB)
Title: Screening incoming telephony calls
Inventor: JHUANG YUN-SHIANG
IPC: H04M1/253
Filed: 2005-03-16
Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for screening incoming calls in telephony. The apparatus (100) comprises a cipher generation unit (130), an automatic speech sound sending digital processor (140) and an incoming call filter unit (170). When a receiver (180) receives an incoming call from a sender (110), a cipher is generated. Next, the receiver (180) sends a speech sounded cipher to the sender (110) based on the generated cipher. Responsive to the speech sounded cipher, the sender inputs a response cipher with reference to the speech sounded cipher. Finally, the inputted cipher and the cipher generated at the receiver end (180) are compared, so that the receiver may determine if the incoming call is a voice-over-internet protocol (VOIP) SPAM and should be answered.
Patent GB-2412636-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle electrical power take-off
Inventor: SHADBOLT PHILIP DAVID
IPC: B60K25/00
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: A vehicle power take-off system and method involves charging batteries 2 from a generator 1 driven continuously by the vehicle-engine, and driving an air-compressor 5 (or other source of take-off power) from an electric motor 4 that is powered from the batteries 2 through operation of a switch 20, only when take-off power is required. Air from the compressor 5 is supplied for storage and pressure build-up in an air receiver 10. A pressure transducer/switch 13 fitted to the receiver 10 is operative via a control unit 19 to switch the motor 4 on or off as appropriate to tend to maintain the pressure at a pre-set value.
Patent GB-2425158-A (GB)
Title: Transport bush
Inventor: BARNETT CRAIG JOHN
IPC: F16B5/02
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: A bush (40) which is adapted for fitment into a fixing hole in the profile of a window or door panel, the fixing hole being provided to allow insertion of a fastener (30) to secure an operating handle of a gearbox, comprises a body (42) and a projection (44). The projection (44) is adapted to engage pad of the gearbox and is separable from the body (42).
Patent GB-2434942-A (GB)
Title: Signalling Call Anchor Information
Inventor: BISHOP CRAIG KELVIN
IPC: H04W76/02
Filed: 2006-03-23
Abstract: Method of signalling information between a mobile terminal and a serving network element of a mobile communications network, wherein the network element transmits information to the mobile terminal if a voice call is anchored in the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) domain. It is useful for a mobile terminal to know whether a specific call is anchored to (for example) determine whether or not to initiate handover, or transfer between Circuit Switched (CS) and IMS domain.
Patent GB-2425537-A (GB)
Title: Manufacture of coke from a blend of coal and polymers
Inventor: BENNETT PETER WILLIAM HERBERT
IPC: C10B57/06
Filed: 2006-04-25
Abstract: In the manufacture of coke, it is conventional to use blends of coals so that they are compatible with each other. For compatibility, the range of temperatures for which one coal is fluid (the fluidity range) needs to overlap the fluidity range for another coal in the blend by at least 30{C, preferably 50{C. Coke may be made from a mixture of at least two incompatible coal types in combination with a polymer (eg an elastomer such as rubber obtained from granulating discarded motor vehicle tyres). The polymer extends the fluidity ranges of the incompatible coals so that they become compatible and make a good commercial quality coke. Coke may also be made from a mixture of at least one coal and a polymer wherein the volatile content of that coal is sufficiently high that the mixture has a maximum fluidity at least as great as that of the mixture without the polymer. The polymer, in increasing the maximum fluidity, thus makes it possible to use a greater proportion of additives that would tend to have the opposite effect and also makes it possible to use a higher proportion of other coals having low maximum fluidity values.
Patent GB-2437929-A (GB)
Title: A whistling throwing disc
Inventor: RAYSON ERIC
IPC: A63H33/18
Filed: 2006-05-13
Abstract: A whistling throwing disc comprises a throwing disc with a raised area. The raised area has holes placed so that the disc whistles in flight.
Patent GB-2436183-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring selection of an embedded link in a message
Inventor: DALY IAN
IPC: H04Q7/22
Filed: 2006-05-26
Abstract: A method is described for handling messages in a network. The method comprises: transmitting a message to at least one destination entity, wherein the message includes first content and a selectable link to further content associated with the message and wherein selection of the link triggers supply of the further content; monitoring selection of the link; in response to selection of the link, updating feedback data associated with the message; communicating feedback data to an entity associated with the originator of the message. The messages may be multi media messages with links to further contents, and the system provides feedback in response to selection of the link. Monitoring selection of the link comprises recording each request for access to the link. The link may be an embedded link and may be applied to a message sent to a plurality of destinations.
Patent GB-2426040-A (GB)
Title: Means for reducing pressure in a perforating gun
Inventor: GROVE BRENDEN M
IPC: E21B43/119
Filed: 2005-04-05
Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for reducing the post detonation pressure of a perforating gun. The apparatus includes a perforating gun 10 carrying at least one explosive charge 14, wherein when the explosive charge 14 is detonated, it produces a pressurised detonation gas. The apparatus further comprises a pressure reducer in functional connection with the perforating gun, the pressure reducer including a reactant 24 to recombine with the detonation gas and reduce the molar density of the detonation gas. The detonation gas pressure is desirably reduced in a time frame sufficient to create a dynamic underbalance condition to facilitate a surge flow of fluid from a reservoir into a wellbore.
Patent GB-2429370-A (GB)
Title: Voice Mail Device And Voice Mail Communication Method
Inventor: ASADA HIROSHI
IPC: H04M11/10
Filed: 2005-01-13
Abstract: A voice mail device has a packet storage part for storing audio packets including received audio data of a first encoding system. That is, storing received audio packets, as they are, without code conversion can reduce necessity of code conversion during reception and hence necessity of audio CODEC.
Patent GB-2440581-A (GB)
Title: Preloading and download of content to a mobile device
Inventor: CENTONZA ANGELO
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2006-08-04
Abstract: A method of transferring data to a mobile device 2 comprises broadcasting service content from a network 1 to one or more mobile devices having a pre-existing relationship with a service provider; starting download of the content at each mobile device at a session start time; and signalling a play out start time to the mobile device. Acceptance of the service by the mobile device is requested and if the service has been accepted, the play out on the mobile device starts at the predetermined play out start time; and the mobile device continues to download and play out the remainder of the session. This provides a trade-off of delivery mode between pure content downloading and content streaming. Content can be downloaded at a lower bit rate than the content was encoded at. The time delay 6 the mobile device has to wait before starting play of the content ensures no interruption of play.
Patent GB-2430807-A (GB)
Title: Pressure switches
Inventor: HARPER ALAN ROGER
IPC: H01H35/24
Filed: 2006-09-25
Abstract: A pressure switch comprising a switch body 10 mounted on a printed circuit board 11, a chamber within the switch body 10 a switch contact plate 17 on the printed circuit board 11 and pressure-responsive means within the chamber that is movable into electrical contact with the switch contact plate 17. The switch may be opened or closed in response to the presence or absence of a pressure in excess of or less than a predetermined value. The pressure-responsive means may be a flexible metal disc 15 which cooperates with a displaceable diaphragm 13 through an O-ring seal 14.