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Patent GB-2387718-A (GB)
Title: E-plane filter including dielectric tuning
Inventor: SMITH STEPHANIE LOUISE
IPC: H01P1/207
Filed: 2003-02-19
Abstract: E-plane filters (400), a tuning element (450) for such a filter (400), and methods of making and tuning such a filter (400) are disclosed. In particular, the manufacturing (and tuning) technique allows filters (400) of this type to be used at higher frequencies without the need for using higher precision, high cost manufacturing techniques. The filter (400) has at least two waveguide members (410A, 410B) and at least one septum (430) disposed in a waveguide cavity (420) formed by the assembled waveguide members (410A, 410B). The characteristics of the filter (400) are tested. A dielectric tuning member (450) is then inserted into the waveguide cavity (420) of the assembled filter (400) to adjust at least one frequency characteristic of the filter (400) dependent upon the tested filter characteristics.
Patent GB-2393015-A (GB)
Title: Supplying promotional tickets in electronic gaming
Inventor: JEFFREY JORDAN R
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2003-09-02
Abstract: A gaming machine, part of a gaming network, has a ticket printer 30 which can provide bonus tickets awarded by a bonus engine 50. This may be in response to triggers such as the time of day, the current game play, historical game play or the amount of credit used. The player may identify himself or herself to the network Different awards, such as vouchers for food, drink, accommodation, further game play or raffle tickets, may be available and selectable by the player. Selection is by use of buttons or a touchscreen.
Patent GB-2407136-A (GB)
Title: A rotor blade for a gas turbine engine
Inventor: HARVEY NEIL WILLIAM
IPC: F01D5/14
Filed: 2003-10-15
Abstract: A rotor blade for a gas turbine engine comprises an aerofoil projecting from a blade root 3 having a leading edge, a trailing edge 5, a concave pressure surface 2 and, a convex suction side 1. The aerofoil varies in section from root 3 to tip 4 such that: chord-wise convex curvature of the rear suction surface decreases, the tip 4 possibly being flat, or concaved, at its back surface, and blended into the lower portion of the aerofoil, which may have radial extents between 40%- 80% of the span; convex curvature of the early to mid suction surface increases; stagger of the aerofoil section increases, preferably resulting in convex curvature on the pressure surface 2, and; the trailing edge is a straight line, which may extend radially from the axis of blade rotation, or at an angle to this, and may comprise a row of chord-wise running cooling holes lying in a radial geometric plane.
Patent GB-2392218-A (GB)
Title: Self-ventilating disc brake rotor with outboard vent ports
Inventor: GAVIN STEVEN PATRICK
IPC: F16D65/847
Filed: 2001-06-12
Abstract: There is a brake disc rotor having a central hat (1) co-axial with surrounding rings (2) which form brake bands (3) for engagement with brake pads. The rings (3) we supported in a spaced apart parallel configuration with channels (12) therebetween whereby in use of the rotor cooling air is drawn in through vent means formed wound the inner periphery of the rings (3) and then radially outwardly through the channels (12) as the rotor turns. The vent means include inlet vent ports (7) on the outbowd side of the rotor.
Patent GB-2409115-A (GB)
Title: Transformer based voltage summer
Inventor: WILSON MARTIN PAUL
IPC: H01F30/16
Filed: 2003-12-09
Abstract: There is disclosed a voltage summer including a transformer 206 having a primary side 208 and a secondary side 209, wherein a first voltage 204 to be summed is connected to the primary side and a second voltage 202 to be summed is connected to the secondary side. There is further disclosed a transformer comprising a primary winding and a secondary winding and having a turns ratio of primary winding to secondary winding of x:y, providing x turns in series in the primary winding and providing y turns in series in the secondary winding; providing an equal number of turns in the primary and secondary windings; and closely coupling each primary winding turn with a secondary winding turn. The voltage summer may be used to provide a supply voltage to a power amplifier.
Patent GB-2414729-A (GB)
Title: Method of producing sub-oxides with a substantially moisture free gas
Inventor: HILL ANDREW
IPC: F27D99/00
Filed: 2004-06-01
Abstract: A method of continuously producing a predetermined suboxide comprises continuously feeding an oxide starting material into a reaction chamber and contacting the so-fed oxide with a substantially moisture-free gas and collecting the pre-determined sub-oxide. Also a method of continuously producing reduced compounds comprises continuously feeding an oxidised compound into a reaction chamber and contacting the so-fed compound with a substantially moisture-free reductant gas heated to a temperature in excess of 1200{C and continuously collecting the reduced compound. The oxidised compound may be titanium dioxide and the reduced compound may be titanium suboxide. Also disclosed is apparatus for the reaction of compounds in excess of 1200{C in which reactant compounds move relative to one another and comprises heating means to supply a source of heat which is substantially water free and is arranged to heat the reaction chamber to a temperature in excess of 1200{C. The reaction chamber may be a rotating tube kiln, a vertical static tube kiln or a fluidised bed.
Patent GB-2415079-A (GB)
Title: Portable OCR reader which produces synthesised speech output
Inventor: TAYLOR DARREN RAYMOND
IPC: G10L13/04
Filed: 2004-06-09
Abstract: A hand held device for scanning text based publications (1) for translation into an audible output signal. The device contains micro processing technology (2/3/4), microchip storage (RAM and ROM), and on-board software to process and translate the scanned text into an audio signal (5) . The audio signal can be heard via appropriate audio processing circuitry through either a built in speaker or headphone set (6) . Optical character recognition is employed.
Patent GB-2415125-A (GB)
Title: A backpack with electrically operated accessories
Inventor: BAILEY EDWARD
IPC: A45F3/04
Filed: 2004-06-15
Abstract: A backpack comprises an electrical power source 5, at least two electrically operated accessories and a control system 6, operable 7 by the user of the backpack, for the at least two electrical accessories. One or more of the accessories may be mounted on one of the shoulder straps of the backpack. The accessories may be chosen from the group including a light source, a satellite navigation (GPS) system, a mobile telephone, a radio 9, a music entertainment system and an illuminated reflective safety strip A lamp may be stored in a pocket 10 and when required for use may be mounted on a shoulder strap of the backpack. The electrically operated accessories may be interchangeably removable. In an alternative aspect, the device provides a backpack comprising at least one strap carrying a flap which can unfold from the strap and which is adapted to carry travelling accessories.
Patent GB-2402781-A (GB)
Title: Mobile download system
Inventor: DIXIT MANISH
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2003-03-21
Abstract: Methods and systems (Fig.3) are provided for adapting software applications for download and execution on a variety of different mobile devices (375) which employ different Application Execution Environments (Fig.3). An Application Download Protocol for transferring applications to mobile devices is also provided. Mobile devices (375) can be matched with compatible applications according to functionality required by the applications and functionality provided by the mobile devices (375). Applications submitted by developers (301) can be automatically matched to application categories, thus facilitating user selection of applications. Data used by applications running on mobile devices (375) can be remotely managed by application developers (301), allowing developers (301) to remotely control the type and presentation of data on mobile devices without the need for data management servlets to be provided by the developers (301).
Patent GB-2407066-A (GB)
Title: Fluid applicator bottle
Inventor: BRADLEY STERLING E LANI
IPC: B43K8/00
Filed: 2004-10-07
Abstract: A fluid applicator bottle includes an elongated hollow body having a longitudinal axis. The hollow body is arranged to hold a liquid therein and includes a shoulder portion, a central recessed portion, and a bottom portion. The central recessed portion includes a side wall section having an approximately triangular cross-section with a first side, a second side, and a base side. A groove extends in the central recessed portion. The groove forms a finger contact surface for contact by a tip of a user's finger during liquid application.
Patent GB-2421688-A (GB)
Title: Waste treatment apparatus
Inventor: MURPHY WILLIAM F
IPC: A61L11/00
Filed: 2004-11-23
Abstract: A waste treatment apparatus 10 comprising a plurality of autoclaves 11, waste supply apparatus 12 to supply waste material to the autoclaves 11 and a discharge apparatus 13 to receive treated waste from the autoclaves, the autoclaves 11 being rotatable between a first position to receive the waste material, a second position to treat waste material, and a third position to discharge treated waste material. The autoclaves 11 may be rotatable about a horizontal axis so that they are upright when in the first position, generally horizontal in the second position and directed downwardly for discharge. The autoclaves 11 may also be rotatable about their longitudinal axes when in the second position. The waste supply apparatus 12 may include a moveable loading arm 12a which supplies waste material to the autoclaves 11 in turn. Steam is supplied at a high temperature and pressure and the autoclave 11 may be rotated to agitate the waste material during treatment.
Patent GB-2407821-A (GB)
Title: Generation of neural stem cells from undifferentiated human embryonic stem cells
Inventor: REUBINOFF BENJAMIN EITHAN
IPC: A61K35/12
Filed: 2003-06-05
Abstract: The present invention relates to the generation of neural cells from undifferentiated human embryonic stem cells. In particular it relates to directing the differentiation of human ES cells into neural progenitors and neural cells and the production of functioning neural cells and/or neural cells of a specific type. The invention also includes the use of these cells for the treatment of neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease.
Patent GB-2422472-A (GB)
Title: Novelty fixing device.
Inventor: KEANE GERARD ANTHONY
IPC: H01Q1/32
Filed: 2005-03-30
Abstract: A device for displaying novelties, e.g. antenna toppers, antenna balls or aerial bobs, on a vehicle comprises a base 1 and a post 2, onto which the novelty is fixed. The base may be attached to the vehicle by a magnet or sticky pad. The base may be provided with a number of different positions into which the post can be received.
Patent GB-2413994-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle storage bin lid mechanism
Inventor: ICHIMARU TAKAHIDE
IPC: B60R7/14
Filed: 2005-05-11
Abstract: A cover opening and closing device switches a cover body to rotate between a closed position and an open position. The cover opening and closing device includes a single operation button for switching the cover body between the closed position and the open position, a forcing device for forcing the cover body at least toward the closed position from a near closed position when the cover body is closed, and a switching device for releasing the cover body in the open position and allowing the cover body to rotate toward the closed position when the operation button is pushed.
Patent GB-2411315-A (GB)
Title: System and method for managing computer networks
Inventor: JACKSON ERIC S
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2003-11-20
Abstract: A system and method are provided for monitoring traffic in an enterprise network. Similar hosts may be grouped using flow information. Network policy may then be created at the group level based on the signatures of the hosts and groups of hosts in the enterprise. Hosts may be arranged in hierarchical clusters. Some of these clusters may be selected as groups based on a desired degree of similarity between hosts in a group. The similarity between hosts may be determined based on similarity of network behavior of the hosts.
Patent GB-2412149-A (GB)
Title: Means for braking
Inventor: FANKHAUSER UELI
IPC: A01K14/00
Filed: 2005-07-15
Abstract: A means for braking (30) of an engine (10), the means for braking (30) comprising a sensor means (32) arranged to detect the speed of revolution of a revolving component (14) of or associated with the engine (10), the sensor means (32) being in communication with a programmable logic controller (36) whereby if the speed of revolution of the revolving component (14) falls below a predetermined speed the engine (10) is stopped.
Patent GB-2429095-A (GB)
Title: Authenticity verification by comparing blocks of signatures
Inventor: BUCHANAN JAMES DAVID RALPH
IPC: G06K19/10
Filed: 2005-07-27
Abstract: An article identification method comprises: determining a signature from an article based upon an intrinsic characteristic of the article comparing the determined signature to a stored signature, splitting the determined signature into blocks of contiguous data, performing a comparison operation between each block and respective blocks of the stored signature, and comparing an attribute of a comparison result from each block comparison to an expected attribute of the block comparison to determine a compensation value for use in determining a comparison result. The method can also comprise determining a similarity result between the determined signature and the stored signature, using the compensation value to adjust the determined signature. Thus an article damaged by stretching or shrinking can be successfully identified. Also, a non-linear signature determination can be accommodated without losing identification accuracy.
Patent GB-2418421-A (GB)
Title: Holder for surgical fixing elements
Inventor: IPPISCH ANDREAS
IPC: A61B19/00
Filed: 2005-09-21
Abstract: A holder (10) for elongate surgical fixing elements such as bone screws comprises a base member (12), which is designed and dimensioned to be held in one hand. The base member (12) comprises at least one opening (16) for accommodating a fixing element to be held at the ready. To simplify handling of the fixing elements, a measuring scale (18) is provided in the area of the base member (12) for determining the length of the fixing element while so accommodated. The base member (12) comprise at least one transparent or open area (20) for viewing the scale (18) and the fixing element(s) and a sliding lid (14) is provided.
Patent GB-2431645-A (GB)
Title: Alternative synthesis of aryl-octanoyl amide compounds
Inventor: MARTERER WOLFGANG
IPC: C07D263/06
Filed: 2005-10-25
Abstract: An alternative synthesis of 2(S), 4(S), 5(S), 7(S)-2,7-dialkyl-4-hydroxy-5-amino-8-aryl-octanoyl amide compounds or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which uses the synthetic pathway detailed in Scheme 1, starting with 3-D-hydroxyaspartic acid. Novel intermediates are used in the preparation of the above target compound.
Patent GB-2421823-A (GB)
Title: Determining portioning yield in food products
Inventor: VOGELEY ARTHUR W JR
IPC: A22C25/18
Filed: 2005-12-28
Abstract: A system and method for determining how food products might be portioned includes a scanner for scanning the food product and then using a computer to analyze the scanning data to develop a volume distribution of the food product. The computer operating scanning software carries out modeling to determine potential sets of end products achievable from the initial work product, taking into consideration the possibility of adjusting the thickness of the food product, either before or after cutting of the food product occurs. The thickness of the food product can be altered by slicing or flattening. The computer evaluates the potential yield provided by the potential sets of end products and then one of the potential sets of end products is selected. Thereafter, the present system or a further portioning system is used to cut and optionally adjust the thickness of the food product, either before or after the cutting occurs, thereby to achieve the selected end product set.
Patent GB-2421675-A (GB)
Title: Identification Band With Detachable Machine-Readable Labels
Inventor: KOTIK MARK M
IPC: A44C5/00
Filed: 2004-09-22
Abstract: An improved identification band such as a wristband is provided for mounting onto a specific person or object. The improved identification band includes a primary identification zone adapted to received human-readable and/or machine readable information as by printing and/or programming of a radio frequency identification (RFID) circuit. The band further includes multiple detachable adhesive labels forming a portion of the band or alternately forming a tail end extension thereof, wherein each label is adapted to receive human-readable and/or machine readable information as by printing and/or programming of a radio frequency identification (RFID) circuit. In use, such as when worn by a patient in a hospital or the like, the detachable labels are individually separable from the identification band on an as-needed basis for adherence to other objects associated with the band wearer, such as a vial containing a patient blood sample or the like.
Patent GB-2427929-A (GB)
Title: Sealed optical waveguide feedthrough assembly
Inventor: DUNPHY JAMES RICHARD
IPC: G01L11/02
Filed: 2006-06-05
Abstract: An optical waveguide feedthrough assembly 200 passes at least one optical waveguide through a bulk head, a sensor wall, or other feedthrough member. The optical waveguide feedthrough assembly comprises a, preferably cane-based, optical waveguide that forms a glass plug 218 sealingly disposed in a feedthrough housing. For some embodiments, the optical waveguide includes a tapered surface biased against a seal seat formed in the housing. The feedthrough assembly can include an annular gold gasket member disposed between the tapered surface and the seal seat. The feedthrough assembly can further include a backup seal. The backup seal comprises an elastomeric annular member disposed between the glass plug and the housing. The backup seal may be energized by a fluid pressure in the housing. The feedthrough assembly is operable in high temperature and high pressure environments. Diagnostic sensor 201, 202, tapered surface 250 of the glass plug, seat 251 and plunger 232 are shown. Belleville washers (34,38 Fig 1), perforated washer (40, Fig 1) and centering element (42, Fig. 1) may be used.
Patent GB-2441595-A (GB)
Title: A tubular insert for toilet rolls or kitchen rolls
Inventor: BRANNEN ALAN
IPC: A47K10/38
Filed: 2006-09-09
Abstract: A tubular insert for toilet rolls or kitchen rolls that do not have a supporting cardboard tubular insert e.g. tubeless toilet roll, the tubular insert allows the toilet rolls or kitchen rolls to be hung on roll holders. Alternatively a tubular insert for toilet rolls or kitchen rolls that have a supporting cardboard tubular insert, the tubular insert is placed inside the existing cardboard tube, thereby hiding the existing cardboard tube. The tubular insert may be made from plastic, rubber, metal or wood, and be reusable.
Patent GB-2442457-A (GB)
Title: An adjustable external rear view mirror with wiper, washing and heating mechanisms
Inventor: WRIGHT JAMES EDWARD
IPC: B60R1/06
Filed: 2006-10-05
Abstract: An external rear view mirror for a vehicle, particularly a commercial or heavy goods vehicle, is electronically adjustable from within the passenger compartment and is provided with means, also operable via switches within the passenger compartment, to clean and deice the mirror. Fluid contained within a bottle may be heated by a low wattage electrical heating element encased within the bottle and the heated fluid can be pumped to outlet jets to wash the surface of the mirror. The mirror glass is also heated by an electrical heating element. A wiper blade driven by a wiper motor is provided to wipe the surface of the mirror. The mirror device may be rectangular in shape with rounded corners and may be made from robust plastic with various electrical components.
Patent GB-2443664-A (GB)
Title: An infra red object detection system de-emphasizing non relevant hot objects
Inventor: HANQVIST MATTIAS
IPC: H04N5/33
Filed: 2006-11-10
Abstract: An object detection system for a vehicle comprising: an infrared camera for gathering an image of at least a part of the surroundings of the vehicle; and a processor for applying an algorithm to at least a part of the image gathered by the camera, the algorithm identifying non-relevant hot or warm objects detected by the camera and reducing the brightness and/or distinctiveness of the non-relevant objects in the image; and a display for displaying the image to a driver of the vehicle. The algorithm may analyse parameters such as size, shape or temperature of objects to identify non-relevant objects and relevant objects may also be emphasized by increasing their brightness or distinctiveness.
Patent GB-2433720-A (GB)
Title: A fastening device for a reciprocating saw
Inventor: RAKACZKI JANOS
IPC: B23D51/08
Filed: 2006-12-22
Abstract: A reciprocating saw with a motor driven reciprocating rod with reciprocating motion carries a fastening device 4 for a saw blade 5 at its free end 6. The saw blade is held in a fixed manner in the fastening device 4. Accordingly the fastening device is for axially fixing a saw blade 5 in the fastening device 4 by providing a locking element 13, which is impinged upon in the direction of the saw blade 5 by means of an adjusting spring 14 and which may be displaced between a position of release and a fixed position, and which positively holds the saw blade 5 in the fixed position in the fastening device 4. Preferably the saw blade is a jigsaw blade that has a fastening end bent to form a run-on slope for the locking element 13. A button 17 may be actuated directly or by the switch of a protective cover, to release the saw blade when rapid replacement of the blade is required.
Patent GB-2446149-A (GB)
Title: Cooling blade shrouds in a gas turbine
Inventor: HALLER BRIAN
IPC: F01D5/08
Filed: 2007-01-31
Abstract: In a gas turbine, each rotor blade 9 includes a shroud part 15 radially outward of an aerofoil part 17; and a series of guide vanes 7 are disposed adjacent a series of the rotor blades. The guide vanes, in use, direct gas flowing through the turbine onto the rotor blades. At least one guide vane accommodates therein a flow 43 of cooling fluid to an aperture 37 in the guide vane that is located in a region that is adjacent both the radially outer end of the guide vane and the trailing edge of the guide vane, the flow of cooling fluid within the guide vane being substantially directly to the aperture to minimize heat transfer from the guide vane to the cooling fluid. In use of the turbine, cooling fluid emanating from the aperture travels to impinge upon the shroud parts of the rotor blades thereby to cool them. The aperture 37 may be in the high pressure or low pressure side of the guide vane and may comprise a slot or a series of holes. The guide vane may itself be cooled by a further flow of cooling fluid.
Patent GB-2446392-A (GB)
Title: A Plastic Upper Chime and Keg Assembly for Beverage Kegs
Inventor: MCDERMENT IAIN
IPC: B65D1/12
Filed: 2007-02-12
Abstract: A keg top chime 1 comprising a keg neck finish surround 10 adapted to engage a keg neck in mutually inter-fitting secured relation, thus securing the chime 1 to the keg. Preferably the surround 10 of the chime 1 comprises an opening 10a, circumscribed by respective free ends 10d of a plurality of resilient flexible tines 10b, and wherein the fixed ends of the tines are rooted on a central hub 3. The chime 1 may include a spider 2 for engaging a bottom portion of a keg body. The chime 1 may also be provided with channel drains 11 for draining accumulating liquids.