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Patent GB-2400495-A (GB)
Title: Switch
Inventor: WONG MEMIE MEI MEI
IPC: H01H15/06
Filed: 2003-06-10
Abstract: An electrical switch 10 has four fixed contacts 200, a switching member 300 supported for limited reciprocating rotary movement, and two moving contacts 400 on the switching member 300 for movement thereby to come into and out of contact with the fixed contacts 200. An actuator 500 is linearly slidable to move the switching member 300. Two fixed contacts 200 are provided on one side of the switching member 300 and the other two on the opposite side thereof. Each moving contact 400 has a first part 410 for inter-connecting a respective pair of the fixed contacts 200 on opposite sides of the switching member 300 in a first position and a second part 420 for inter-connecting a respective pair of the fixed contacts 200 on the same side of the switching member 300 in a second position, whereby a changeover switching action is performed.
Patent GB-2392999-A (GB)
Title: Application of a decay function to media files to improve data storage
Inventor: CHALSTROM ROBERT E
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-07-16
Abstract: A method (100) and apparatus (500) for managing digitally-stored media files. The method involves maintaining (102) a decay function, and then periodically applying (104) the decay function to at least a portion of the digitally-stored media files. The apparatus includes computer-readable media (506), and program code (508) stored on the computer-readable media. The program code comprises program code (502) for maintaining a decay function, and program code (504) for periodically applying the decay function to at least a portion of the digitally-stored media files.
Patent GB-2405755-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle rear lamp comprising OLED panel
Inventor: SHAUKAT AZFAR
IPC: B60Q1/50
Filed: 2003-09-04
Abstract: A rear lamp panel 31 of a road vehicle 1 comprises a plurality of organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs). Areas of the OLED panel can be illuminated to display the lamp functions, in response to the driving behaviour of the driver of the vehicle eg. braking, indicating, reversing. The OLED panel can also be used to display warning messages. The colour and brightness of the OLEDs may be microprocessor controlled. The lamp may be mounted on a glass panel (e.g. window) of the vehicle.
Patent GB-2395256-A (GB)
Title: Headlamp converter
Inventor: HARPER PAUL
IPC: F21V29/15
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: A headlamp converter 45 for attachment to the transparent plastics cover or lens of a motor vehicle headlamp, the converter comprising a carrier 100 having a reflective surface 110 the reflective surface adapted to reflect light and/or heat away from the plastics headlamp cover or lens to prevent damage to the cover.
Patent GB-2409954-A (GB)
Title: Method of determining a data rate and apparatus therefor
Inventor: GEE DAVID MARTIN
IPC: H04L25/02
Filed: 2004-01-06
Abstract: A data rate determination apparatus (100) includes a decimation unit which includes an edge detection and clock generation circuit (102) for receiving an input bit stream (106). The edge detection and clock generation circuit (102) generates a pulse for each edge detected in the input bit stream. The pulses are passed to a programmable re-triggerable monostable multivibrator circuit (124) coupled to a binary counter (142), which counts how many pulses are received within a time period determined by the number of pulses received at a rate higher than a predetermined rate. The binary counter (142) is coupled to a Gray-Code counter (150) coupled to a processing unit (158). By performing the count over different sampling periods with different predetermined rates, the counts can be used by the processing unit to establish statistical data, which can be compared to known data for different data rate standards or formats.
Patent GB-2402953-A (GB)
Title: A method of expanding a tubing
Inventor: DUGGAN ANDREW MICHAEL
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2004-06-16
Abstract: A method of expanding a tubing 20 by using a multiple stage expansion process comprises an assembly 24 having an expansion device 28 located at least partially externally of the tubing 20; running the assembly 24 into a casing 22 of a wellbore; translating the expansion device 28 relative to the tubing 20 to expand an end section of the tubing 20; and further translating the expansion device 28 to expand a remaining section of the tubing 20. In an embodiment, a packer 32 is provided for anchoring and sealing the tubing 20 against the casing 22, and a hydraulic jack (34, figure 4) is used to translate the expansion device 28.
Patent GB-2419058-A (GB)
Title: Wearable personal communications device or radiotelephone
Inventor: TOMBS STEPHEN ANTONY
IPC: H04M1/02
Filed: 2004-10-08
Abstract: An earpiece unit 35 and a microphone unit 36 communicate wirelessly with an antenna unit 37 which is worn on the users' wrist and which enables connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network. Hand contact with a touch-sensitised area of the microphone unit establishes an automatic link to a suitable voice-driven operating system which is housed in a call-switching centre. The units employ microminiature internal components, can be worn about the user in the form of a co-ordinated jewellery or body-adornment set, and do not require a display screen or keypad. Earpieces can be of a type for pierced or non-pierced ears, or of a hook-around design. Extra aesthetically-matching units are available for users requiring video-capture/playback, graphics or text-based functionality. A recharging unit (figs 11-14) may take the form of a jewellery box or a mobile telephone.
Patent GB-2406597-A (GB)
Title: Wired pipe joint with inductive coupling
Inventor: JUNDT JACQUES
IPC: F16L25/01
Filed: 2003-05-08
Abstract: A wired pipe joint 210 comprises a tubular shank, a box-end 222 and a pin-end 232'. The box-end defines an annular outer pipe end, three stepped inner shoulders, wherein there is an internal thread 223 between the outer pipe end and the outermost inner shoulder 243, a coil 228 at the middle inner shoulder 242, and an electrically insulated spacer 226. A high conductivity, low permeability annular enclosure member 224 is attached to the box-end at the innermost inner shoulder 241 and locks the associated coil and spacer to the box-end. The pin-end defines an annular outer shoulder, an inner pipe end 253', a middle inner shoulder 252' and an innermost inner shoulder 251', wherein there is an external thread 233' between the outer shoulder and the inner pipe end, a coil 238' at the middle inner shoulder, and an electrically insulated spacer 236'. A high conductivity, low permeability annular enclosure member 234' is attached to the pin-end at the innermost inner shoulder and locks the associated coil and spacer to the pin-end. Means 214 are provided for electrically coupling the coils of the box and pin-ends for each single pipe section. The construction serves to provide a low resistance toroidal path enclosing both cores.
Patent GB-2418622-A (GB)
Title: Inflatable prolate balls
Inventor: WEBB LAWRENCE EDWARD
IPC: A63B41/08
Filed: 2005-01-19
Abstract: A ball comprising a plurality of panels 2,3 joined together to form a generally prolate spheroid shape, the panels configured such that there is either a single seam (12,fig.6) at each axial end 4 or the axial end is covered by a single panel (2a,2b). Preferably the panels are connected by stitching. Optionally the panels may form an outer shell or skin which contains a bladder. The panels may comprise an aperture for receiving a valve from a bladder.
Patent GB-2424855-A (GB)
Title: Boat having hydraulically extendable wheels and a detachable tow hitch
Inventor: DALRYMPLE HEWIE EDWARD
IPC: B63C13/00
Filed: 2005-04-05
Abstract: A watercraft is adapted for transport on land and comprises an internal hydraulic jacking system which comprises at least one pair of hydraulic rams 4 arranged in tandem along the length of the watercraft. Each pair of rams is arranged with one each on opposing sides of the watercrafts centre line. An A-frame 2 is adapted for connection to the bow of the vessel and connectable to a towing vehicle. The pairs of rams are provided with interchangeable feet 5 and 6 that allow movement of the watercraft over land. The interchangeable feet may comprise a wheel hub and braking mechanism, skis or sledges, tracks or rollers. The pairs of hydraulic rams may be positioned at specifically strengthened locations along the length of the hull.
Patent GB-2425059-A (GB)
Title: Fireproofing cover and intumescent material for heat sink
Inventor: WEI HONGZHEN
IPC: A62C2/06
Filed: 2005-06-29
Abstract: A fireproofing cover for a light fitting includes a cover top 1, a bevel edge 2, a cover enclosure 6 and a cover skirt 9. On the bevel edge there are heat sinks made up of two layers: an intumescent underlayer 8 and a ceramic fiber paper upper layer 4. The cover top, bevel edge, cover enclosure and cover skin are made of glass fiber cloth, one side of which is surfaced with fireproofing coat. Inside the cover enclosure there is an inner cover support bracket 14. The intumescent layer for the said heat sink uses ceramic fiber, 32-mesh expandable graphite and polyvinyl alcohol as the main raw materials, and can completely and instantly seal the air holes on the heat sinks to achieve the goal of extinguishing fire automatically.
Patent GB-2417399-A (GB)
Title: Reconfigurable Key Search Engine
Inventor: PARK TAE-GON
IPC: H04W48/16
Filed: 2005-07-25
Abstract: A reconfigurable key search engine (RKSE) in a mobile communication unit is adapted to efficiently search a memory system storing a plurality of security keys related to multiple networks. One embodiment uses a hierarchical memory system including at least one associative memory. The mobile communication unit roaming across a plurality of wireless networks identifies an incoming packet and derives index data to search a content addressable memory for an address. The address is used to obtain a security key from a memory. The key is used to decrypt the packet. The RKSE provides fast retrieval of the correct encryption key to decrypt the received packet.
Patent GB-2422582-A (GB)
Title: Trailer wheel arrangement
Inventor: HISTED MARTIN
IPC: B62D63/06
Filed: 2005-08-11
Abstract: A trailer has a suspension comprising a pivoted rocking member 44 at each side supporting, through pivoted arms 46, a pair of wheels 14A, 14B. The pivoted arms 46 on opposite sides may be interconnected by cross members 80 and a shaft 40 may pivotally support the rocking support members 44. Coil springs and dampers may control the wheel movement and the pivoting of an arm 46 in a member 44 is limited by a rubber blocks between a square-section aperture of the member 44 and a square-section pivot of the arm. The trailer may be designed to support another vehicle.
Patent GB-2418023-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle touch switches with adaptive feedback
Inventor: HEIN DAVID
IPC: B60K37/06
Filed: 2005-09-06
Abstract: A manual control system for a vehicle includes a touch sensitive input element actuatable in response to proximity of a user's appendage. A tactile feedback generator produces a perceptible tactile stimulus. An audible feedback generator produces a perceptible audible stimulus. A sound level characterizer generates a sound characterization signal indicative of a sound-related parameter of the vehicle. A controller generates a feedback event in response to an actuation of the input element and includes the perceptible tactile stimulus and the perceptible audible stimulus in the feedback event according to the sound characterization signal.
Patent GB-2422623-A (GB)
Title: Thermally stable diamond cutter with a cubic boron nitride layer
Inventor: KESHAVAN MADAPUSI K
IPC: E21B10/56
Filed: 2006-01-10
Abstract: A compact cutter 120 includes a cubic boron nitride (CBN) layer 124 sandwiched between layers of thermally stable polycrystalline diamond 128 and a carbide substrate 122. More than one layer of CBN may be present and the CBN layer may have inner and outer regions differing in the amount of CBN. The interfaces between the layers may be non-planar. Methods of forming the compact are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2420059-A (GB)
Title: Preventing use of vehicle if mobile device is not connected to a hands free kit
Inventor: HOLMES MATTHEW
IPC: H04M1/66
Filed: 2004-11-15
Abstract: A communication system for a vehicle detects whether a mobile device is connected to a hands free device and if not, prevents or hinders the vehicle from being driven. The prevention method can either stop the ignition from being switched on or preventing the engine from being started. One embodiment describes a first signal being sent from a vehicle transponder to the mobile device when it is detected that the ignition is activated. The mobile device receives the first signal and generates a second signal to be transmitted to the vehicle transponder, if the hands free kit is connected, allowing the vehicle to be started.
Patent GB-2435153-A (GB)
Title: Modified connection setup for E-UTRA radio resource control
Inventor: AHLUWALIA JAGDEEP SINGH
IPC: H04W72/04
Filed: 2006-02-08
Abstract: A communication method for reducing Radio Resource Control (RRC) connection setup time in an Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio Access Network (E-UTRAN) includes the step of using an inclusive Signalling Radio Bearer (iSRB) 32 in place of a plurality of individual Signalling Radio Bearers (indSRBs)(17-20, figure 2) for transferring signals from Radio Resource Control (RRC) 30 to Medium Access Control (MAC) 34. A Protocol Discriminator (PD) is added to the tail (right side) of each indSRB at the RRC for allowing the MAC to identify each indSRB as received in the iSRB. The PD is needed because the MAC would otherwise be unable to place each indSRB into the appropriate prioritizing queue for transmission to the physical layer. The PD is stripped off at the MAC. A preferred embodiment uses the iSRB in place of four individual indSRBs (SRB1, SRB2, SRB3 and SRB4), but in an alternative form the Unacknowledged Mode SRB (SRB1) would not be present in the system and therefore not included in the iSRB.
Patent GB-2426873-A (GB)
Title: Mounting motor/generator between transmission and prime mover
Inventor: HICKMAN CHRISTOPHER DALE
IPC: F16D1/02
Filed: 2006-02-28
Abstract: A motor/generator (16) is provided for connecting between a transmission input shaft (44) and an output shaft (20) of a prime mover (12). The motor/generator may include a motor/generator housing (24), a stator (26) mounted to the motor/generator housing, a rotor (25) mounted at least partially within the motor/generator housing and rotatable about a rotor rotation axis, and a transmission-shaft coupler (29) drivingly coupled to the rotor. The transmission-shaft coupler may include a clamp (63), which may include a base (64) attached to the rotor and a plurality of adjustable jaws (66), which may be used to centre the shaft using guage 80. Adapter components 40,42 secured to the motor/generator housing attach the prime mover and transmission to the housing 24.
Patent GB-2436057-A (GB)
Title: Insole system for shoes
Inventor: COSTA JOSE LUIS PEREIRA
IPC: A43B7/06
Filed: 2006-04-06
Abstract: An insole system for shoes for providing ventilation comprises a midsole 4, and insole 6, a rubber pump 1, an antibacterial latex base 5, an air entrance valve 2, and a channel for passage of air 3, wherein actuation of the rubber pump by the heel would cause distribution of air to the foot. When the heel bears down on the rubber pump, air is expelled from the pump 1 and is made to travel down the channel 3, through the micro-porous insole 4, through the perforated latex base 5 lying above it, and through the insole 6 which is located above said base, and finally to the foot. When the pump is no longer pressed by the heel, the pump sucks air in from the outside via the valve 2. The pump may also provide cushioning for the heel.
Patent GB-2437983-A (GB)
Title: Touch Sensitive Sensor with an Electrical Connector for Connecting a Sensor Substrate to a Control Circuit Board
Inventor: PHILIPP HARALD
IPC: H01H1/14
Filed: 2006-05-02
Abstract: A touch-sensitive sensor comprises a control circuit board (42) and a sensor substrate (32) which are fixed to a cover panel (44). Electrical connection terminals (38) on the sensor substrate are adjacent an edge of the circuit board. To establish electrical connections between the sensor substrate and control circuitry on the circuit board, sprung electrical connectors (48) are provided. These are mounted on the side of the circuit board opposite the side which is fixed to the cover panel. This allows the circuit board to be fixed flat against the control panel. The sprung electrical connectors are configured to extend over the edge of the control circuit board and are bent towards the control panel so that they resiliently connect with the connection terminals of the sensor substrate. This allows electrical connections to be established automatically as the sensor substrate is put in place during assembly. The sensor may be based on either capacitance or resistance measurements. The resilient electrical connector may include a projection configured to locate within a corresponding recess in the control circuit board to provide a mechanical coupling. The resilient electrical connector may be a metal leaf spring and the portion which connects with the connection terminal of the sensor substrate may be bifurcated.
Patent GB-2427087-A (GB)
Title: An output-current-limited driver with improved stability
Inventor: LEE KAH WENG
IPC: H03K17/082
Filed: 2006-05-31
Abstract: The current in the output stage 106 of a driver is sensed by a resistor R2 which provides a voltage for comparator 118. When excessive output current is detected the comparator 118 turns on transistor 126 to increase the voltage at node 128 and so reduce the output of the inverting predriver 104. Output current then falls and the comparator turns off the device 126. Current is then free to rise once more and oscillation around the current limit loop may ensue, producing an undesirable output current oscillation. Stability is improved by adding common-source amplifier 304,R3 to the feedback circuit to reduce loop gain.
Patent GB-2439297-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus which increases the stability of vehicles
Inventor: BENEDEK ISTVAN
IPC: B60G17/019
Filed: 2006-06-23
Abstract: A apparatus to increase the stability of vehicles counteracting the centrifugal force occurring in a curve which shifts the vehicles' centre of gravity towards the outer wheels so they are exposed to more load than the wheels on the inner side of the curve comprises measuring the centrifugal force with a level having a metal cylinder sliding in a plastics tube with a spring and shock absorber at each end. The plastics tube has sensors at each end which are activated when the cylinder slides with a centrifugal force. The data measured by the level is evaluated by a computer, and the apparatus lifts up the outer side of the vehicle and lowers the inner side. By doing so the vehicle banks into the curve. The apparatus can by operated with oil pressure or air pressure.
Patent GB-2440350-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement for suspending a cryogen vessel within an outer vacuum container
Inventor: HOBBS MATTHEW
IPC: G01N24/08
Filed: 2006-07-25
Abstract: An arrangement for suspending a cryogen vessel 2 within an outer vacuum container 4 comprises at least one housing 20 mounted on an exterior surface of the container 4 to function as a floor mounting foot and to support the weight of the vessel 2 and the container 4, at least one mounting point 26, 30 within the housing 20 and at least one suspension element (22, fig 2), 23a extending through a hole 32 in the surface of the container 4 and arranged between the mounting point 26, 30 and the vessel 2 to support at least part of the weight of the vessel 2. The suspension elements (22), 23a are held in compression or tension and may be tensile bands, tensile rods, straps or compression struts. At least two suspension elements (22), 23a may be provided and comprises of a lower suspension element 23a mounted relatively high on the vessel 2 and relatively low in the housing 20 and an upper suspension element (22) mounted relatively low on the vessel 2 and relatively high in the housing 20 (fig 2). Two housings 40 may be provided on one side of the container 4 or a plurality of housings 20 may be along each side of the container 4 and is sealed in an airtight manner with the container 4. Thermal radiation shields 3a, 3b may be located between the vessel 2 and container 4 and supported by rod support elements 23b.
Patent GB-2429024-A (GB)
Title: String handling slips for use at a rotary table
Inventor: RAMEY JOE STEWART
IPC: E21B19/10
Filed: 2005-03-16
Abstract: A tubular handling device (2). The device includes a plurality of slips (20), and wherein the slips have an arcuate inner face (22) that has a longitudinally disposed slot (56) and a ledge therein (70). The device further comprises an insert (90a) having a shoulder (102a) that is configured to fit within the ledge, and wherein the insert is capable of transferring a load from the shoulder to the ledge. In one preferred embodiment, the outer portion of the slips have a taper of greater than 11 degrees and a complementary bowl insert is provided that has a matching taper. A method of handling tubular members on a drilling rig is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2429314-A (GB)
Title: Methods of identifying groups of target proteins for drug therapies
Inventor: YOUNG MALCOLM PHILIP
IPC: G16B5/00
Filed: 2003-10-29
Abstract: A method of identifying groups of target proteins for drug therapies comprising obtaining proteome data for an organism, storing the proteome data as network data, determining values indicative of the extent removal of nodes from the network affect the structural integrity of the network by calculating a connectivity coefficient for the network and identifying as groups of proteins for drug therapies those proteins corresponding to nodes that have a connectivity coefficient above a threshold.
Patent GB-2435420-A (GB)
Title: Delivery means, e.g. antibacterial wound dressing
Inventor: CROWTHER NICHOLAS JOHN
IPC: A61L15/44
Filed: 2007-02-22
Abstract: A delivery means, for example a dressing for delivering an antibacterial metal, for example silver, comprises the metal in combination with a hydrophilic polymer. The polymer may be cross-linked by a butylidene polymer to define a gel. In the examples, silver nitrate may be reduced to metallic silver, and protected using polyvinyl alcohol which is cross-linked to define a gel.
Patent GB-2450865-A (GB)
Title: A method and apparatus for transferring data between a surface computer and a downhole assembly while drilling
Inventor: LATRILLE FREDERIC
IPC: E21B47/12
Filed: 2007-06-23
Abstract: Surface computer 21 is connected to a plurality of downhole tools 18 in the drilling assembly 9 by means of a high speed data bus 23. The downhole tools 18, which may include logging, measurement or steering devices, are connected to a single data port in the drill string, a telemetry tool 18a or a wireline device 31 for communication with the computer at the surface. Since data from the plurality of while drilling tools is downloaded using one connection, it is communicated more quickly than download by individual connection to the computer.