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Patent GB-2464550-A (GB)
Title: Sensor unit for use in sports training
Inventor: MOCKFORD CLIVE
IPC: A63B69/00
Filed: 2008-10-22
Abstract: A sensor unit 10 comprises a housing 12, 14 adapted for removable attachment to a surface, means for detecting engagement 16 of an object with the unit, processing means 18 for generating a signal in response to the engagement, communication means 20 for transmitting and receiving signals, and means for indicating an instruction to a user. The communication means may be wireless. The indicator means may comprise at least one light emitting diode 24, or alternatively may comprise at least one audio device. The engagement detecting means preferably detects a force, more preferably measures the magnitude of the force, and may be adapted to determine the location on an impact surface 12 at which engagement occurs. Also disclosed is a sensor unit system further comprising at least one control unit, remote from the sensor unit and including second processing and communication means. The detected object may be a ball, in particular a football.
Patent GB-2453067-A (GB)
Title: Flexible directional drilling
Inventor: UNDERWOOD LANCE D
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2007-01-18
Abstract: A bottom hole assembly 400 to directionally drill a subterranean formation 404 includes a drill bit, a stabilized underreamer 408 located proximate to and behind the drill bit, a drilling assembly 412 comprising a drive mechanism 414 and a directional mechanism 416, and a flex member 410 located between the drilling assembly and the stabilized underreamer. The stabilized underreamer may comprise a fixed or adjustable gauge stabilizer and may be located behind the drill bit by a distance of between one and five times a cutting diameter of the drill bit, preferably no more than two and a half times the cutting diameter. Thre directional mechanism may include a rotary steerable device or a bent sub.
Patent GB-2468340-A (GB)
Title: Validation of tax refunds
Inventor: KLETZER VIKTOR
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2009-03-04
Abstract: In response to receipt of an identifier for at least one of a user or a purchase transaction, a validation system prompts a user, such as a traveler, to input information for obtaining a sales tax refund associated with one or more purchase transactions. The validation system causes information relating to users and purchase transactions and stored in a storage system to be updated based on information input by the user, using apparatus such as voice input, camera or biometric information capture. The validation system transmits a validation request message that identifies the user to an approval system that has access to the storage system to validate a VAT tax refund for the one or more purchases for an eligible user, eligibility being derived from user related information from a token, ID card, passport, RFID chip, drivers licence or other identification. The validation system receives a response message from the approval system and indicates to the user whether a refund associated with the one or more purchases has been validated.
Patent GB-2458215-A (GB)
Title: Method of sealing a leak
Inventor: COCHRAN ANDREW JAMES
IPC: C09K3/12
Filed: 2009-03-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of sealing a leak, comprising introducing a sealing mixture to a leak site, the sealing mixture comprising at least one elastomeric sealing element and a non-Newtonian fluid. The present invention also relates to sealing mixtures comprising at least one elastomeric sealing element and a non-Newtonian fluid.
Patent GB-2455474-A (GB)
Title: Industrial absorbents and methods of manufacturing the same
Inventor: SELLARS JOHN C
IPC: B01J20/24
Filed: 2007-09-28
Abstract: An industrial absorbent and methods of manufacturing the same. In one embodiment, the industrial absorbent includes a first scrim made from at least one thermoplastic material; a second scrim made from at least one thermoplastic material; and a middle layer positioned between the first and second scrims. The middle layer includes a dry-laid web of fire- retardant treated cellulose and opened, individuated staple bicomponent fiber. At least some of the bicomponent fiber in the middle layer is thermally bonded to at least some of the cellulose in the middle layer, and the first and second scrims are thermally bonded to the middle layer.
Patent GB-2459765-A (GB)
Title: Motor vehicle with an airbag mounted in the A-pillar
Inventor: SCHIRM SVEN
IPC: B60R21/213
Filed: 2009-05-01
Abstract: A motor vehicle with a passenger cell 1 has an A-pillar 2, which is arranged laterally of a windshield of the vehicle, and comprises bracing 7 connected with the A-pillar, wherein the A-pillar and the bracing are connected spaced from each other with a sidewall part 6 of the passenger cell, wherein furthermore on the side facing the passenger interior a first covering part 11 is arranged which is connected with the A-pillar. In the A-pillar an airbag 10 is mounted which is arranged between the A-pillar and the first covering part 11 and extends forward to beyond the contact region of the bracing on the A-pillar, wherein the covering part covers the airbag, and with the bracing a further second covering part 14 is connected, wherein the two covering parts 11 and 14 are detachably connected with each other.
Patent GB-2457639-A (GB)
Title: Power control apparatus
Inventor: CHILVERS GRAHAM
IPC: G08B17/06
Filed: 2008-09-26
Abstract: A power control apparatus comprises a transducer having an output (12,13) which is connected to a remotely activated device (25) mounted in a mains consumer unit (14). When a predefined parameter is detected, the device (25) is activated to connect a load (29) between the switched live output (18) of a residual current device RCD (15) and the neutral input (17) thereof, thereby creating an imbalanced current flow on the live and neutral output terminals (18,19) of the RCD (15) which causes contacts (20,21) inside the RCD (15) to disconnect the supply to an appliance circuit (22).
Patent GB-2473598-A (GB)
Title: Switching regulator for a DC power supply having a current limiting mode for transient or over current protection
Inventor: CROSS DAVID ANTHONY
IPC: H02H7/12
Filed: 2009-07-30
Abstract: A transient differential switching regulator 20 for a DC power supply has a normal mode, wherein the output voltage is controlled at a set-point voltage, and a current mode wherein the output current is controlled so as not to exceed a peak current limit. A first inductance 24a is disposed in the positive voltage line of the output, and a second inductance 24b is disposed in the return line. The inductances reduce ripple in the current limiting mode and attenuate electromagnetic interference (EMI) in the normal mode. In another aspect a current detecting circuit (figure 6, not shown) is configured to perform dual functions of measuring the DC current so as to protect against an over-current condition arising during the normal operation mode and detecting high transient current conditions. The set point voltage is achieved by PWM switching of a power transistor (figure 5, not shown). An over-voltage detection circuit including opto-couplers (figure 7, not shown) may also be provided. The regulator protects against transients caused at start up.
Patent GB-2473215-A (GB)
Title: HC trap system comprising an oxygen storage component material
Inventor: COLLINS NEIL ROBERT
IPC: F01N3/08
Filed: 2009-09-03
Abstract: A hydrocarbon (HC) trap system for a spark ignition internal combustion engine comprising a temperature sensitive absorber material and a sacrificial oxygen storage component (OSC) material which loses oxygen storage capacity between ambient temperature and an elevated temperature, at which the temperature sensitive absorber material has degraded and does not trap HC. Preferably the OSC degrades at an elevated temperature below 800°C and may comprise ceria-zirconia, manganese -titania or manganese-aluminate. The HC trap system may also be combined with a sensor for determining the oxygen storage capacity of the HC trap system and an electronic control module which can receive a signal from the sensor and determine whether the sacrificial OSC has been exposed to a temperature at which the HC trap material has degraded. A method of on board diagnostics (OBD) for a HC trap is also claimed.
Patent GB-971638-A (GB)
Title: Spray head for dispenser valves
IPC: B65D83/14
Filed: 1961-03-20
Abstract: 971,638. Valves. E. H. GREEN. March 20, 1961 [March 30, 1960], No. 10026/61. Heading F2V. [Also in Divisions B2 and F1] A spray head for an aerosol valve, comprises a head 46 having a spray orifice 53 and a stem 48 which is telescopically received in a tubular stem 33 of the valve. A metering groove 56 is provided in the head stem 48 to form a metering passage with the valve stem. A shoulder 50 on the head engages the valve stem whereby depression of the head opens the valve to allow flow through ports 41 of the valve to the metering passage. The groove 56 is made of a size dependent upon the fluid to be dispersed.
Patent GB-1279761-A (GB)
Title: Method of and apparatus for securing a flexible web to a surface
Inventor: TOMBU G
IPC: B44C7/02
Filed: 1970-03-03
Abstract: 1279761 Clips; wall or ceiling covering G TOMBU 3 March 1970 [4 March 1969 12 Feb 1970] 10047/70 Headings E1W and E2B Fabric is secured so as to cover a wall or ceiling by gripping its ends between a member secured to the wall and another element pressed into this member. In Fig. 1, a fixed stop member 1 has curled over ends 6, 7 into which a similar movable element 3 is fitted, the fabric being gripped between the ends 6, 8, as shown. In Fig. 2, a clip-shaped end 10, 11 is employed. In Fig. 3, a single element 1, 3 is used as a clip. In Fig. 4, a hollow rib 14 serves to grip the other end of the fabric, a keeper 15 being used if desired Fig. 15 and 16 (not shown) show several such ribs for holding several fabrics (23, 24). Figs. 7-12 (not shown) show methods of stretching the fabric over the anchorages. In Figs. 5 and 6 (not shown) a plug-in clip (25, 26) is used, the fabric being fixed as desired.
Patent GB-1308514-A (GB)
Title: Valve
IPC: F16K31/126
Filed: 1970-03-03
Abstract: 1308514 Fluid-actuated valve SAMSON APPARATEBAU AG 3 March 1970 [4 March 1969] 10075/70 Heading F2V [Also in Division F1] A fluid impervious flexible membrane 1, 2 to which is secured an output rod 5 connected at 13 to a valve closure member (not shown) is secured at its periphery between flanges 14, 15 of a two-part casing 9, 10 having ports 8, 8<SP>1</SP> either of which is supplied with pressurized liquid, compressed air or vacuum whilst the other port is vented so as to move the membrane and hence the rod 5 against a return spring 4 disposed between the membrane and that casing part containing the vented port; the membrane and spring being capable of being disconnected from the casing and rod 5, turned through 180 degrees and reversed with respect to the casing and rod as shown in the left and right hand portions of the Figure. After reversal, the previous vent port becomes the supply port. In a modification a further rod (19), Fig. 3 (not shown), extends from the membrane on the opposite side of rod 5 and may be manually displaced.
Patent GB-1573522-A (GB)
Title: Voltage regulators for alternators
IPC: H01L23/48
Filed: 1977-03-10
Abstract: A free-wheeling diode, a control circuit portion and a power circuit portion which selectively include active semiconductor elements and passive electrical circuit elements, such as diodes and resistors, are all included in a housing having a metallic base, the housing having two lead-through pins sealed therethrough in insulated relation, so that the housing can be readily attached to the generator housing structure, particularly to the brush assembly thereof, and the lead-through pins selectively directly connected to a brush connected to the exciter field of the generator and another connected to the positive output terminal of the generator, thus facilitating overall construction and assembly of the voltage regulator as well as assembly of the voltage regulator with and to the generator.
Patent GB-493465-A (GB)
Title: Manufacture of vermicidal compounds
Filed: 1937-04-09
Abstract: Diethylcarbamates of resorcinol-monoalkylethers and homologues thereof are prepared by (1) reacting a resorcinol-monoalkylether first with phosgene and then with diethylamine; (2) treating a resorcinol-monoalkylether with diethylcarbamic acid chloride; or (3) alkylating a resorcinol-monocarbamic acid ester which is diethylated at the nitrogen.  The products possess vermicidal properties. According to the examples: (1) resorcinol-monomethylether-diethylcarbamate is prepared by treating resorcinol-monomethylether in toluene solution with phosgene in the presence of pyridine and reacting the resulting chlorocarbonic ester with diethylamine in ether solution, or by heating resorcinol with diethylcarbamic acid chloride in presence of pyridine and treating a methanol solution of the monodiethylcarbamate so formed with dimethylsulphate and caustic potash; (2) resorcinol-monoethylether-diethylcarbamate is obtained by heating resorcinol-monoethylether with diethylcarbamic acid chloride; (3) 2 - ethoxy - 4 - hydroxytoluene-diethylcarbamate is formed by first reacting 4-amino-2-cresol-ethyl ether with nitrous acid and the resulting 2-ethoxy-4-hydroxytoluene heated with diethylcarbamic acid chloride; (4) resorcinol - mono - n - butylether - diethylcarbamate results when resorcinol-mono-n-butyl-ether is heated with diethylcarbamic acid chloride.
Patent GB-700897-A (GB)
Title: Regulating device for ward leonard control systems
Inventor: GARDE AAGE
IPC: H02P7/34
Filed: 1952-04-23
Abstract: 700,897. Control of D.C. motors. ALLMANNA SVENSKA ELECTRISKA AKTIEBOLAGET. April 23, 1952, No. 10187/52. Class 38(3) [Also in Group XXXV] In a Ward Leonard System the amplified difference between the voltages of the generator 4 and a condenser 11 is applied to the generator field winding 5 so that the voltage across the generator is kept substantially equal to that across the condenser which is charged through a resistor 15 from a battery 14 and in opposition to the generator. The condenser charging current is thereby maintained substantially constant, the voltage increasing linearly with regard to time. The condenser voltage is determined by the setting of a potentiometer 18, excess voltage causing current to pass through a rectifier 17 and the potentiometer. Retardation of the motor 1 is effected by changing over the switch 14<SP>1</SP> to discharge the condenser, reversal of polarity being prevented by the rectifier 16.
Patent GB-558897-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to shoe upper conforming machines
IPC: A43D25/053
Filed: 1942-07-22
Abstract: 558,897. Lasting shoes. UNITED SHOE MACHINERY CORPORATION. July 22, 1942, No. 10228. Convention date, July 23, 1941. [Class 17 (i)] A lasting machine comprises a rotary wiper 104 which overlays the margin of the upper, subjecting the overlaid portions to a series of pressure impulses delivered in rapid succession. The shoe is guided by adjustable gauge rolls 138, 140 and a stop 162 engaging the insole, and is fed by a pair of driven rolls 68, 78 which grip the margin of the upper between them. The bearing of the shaft of the lower feed roll 68 is pivoted, and is depressed by a treadle connected to a chain 100 for work changing against the thrust of a spring 92. The feed rolls are mounted in a carriage 14 and can be swung along an arcuate guide 18 by a chain 40 connected to a second treadle against the pull of a spring 28. Adjustable stops 36, 50 determine the limits of movement of the carriage, the first stop determining the minimum upper tensioning component of the feed. The stop 162 may be substituted by a cam disc, at the end of the roll 68, which imparts a series of blows to the insole margin. The adjacent margins of the insole and upper are coated with cement before the lasting operation is commenced.
Patent GB-790915-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic relays
Inventor: HOEL HANS
IPC: D21H19/32
Filed: 1956-01-10
Abstract: 790,915. Electromagnetic relays. JACOBSENS ELEKTRISKE VERKSTED AKTIESELSKAP, N. Jan. 10, 1956, No. 10268/54. Class 38 (5). A relay arrangement permitting a controlled circuit to be operated " on " and " off " with only a very small difference between the " operating " and " releasing current values in the controlling circuit comprises a main relay 2 which normally holds upon its contacts 5 due to continual D.C. energization of the winding 10. If the current in an opposing control winding 9 attains a sufficient value the relay releases to close contacts 5 and energize a resetting winding 11 whereby the contacts 5 are re-opened and if the current in the winding 9 remains at its high value the relay 2 thus vibrates. An auxiliary relay 3 having a winding 7 normally holds its contacts 8 in the controlled circuit open, but during vibration of the contact 5 the winding 7 is energized to hold the contacts 8 closed, a condenser 6 assisting in the energization.
Patent GB-1038322-A (GB)
Title: Stepladder
IPC: E06C1/393
Filed: 1964-03-11
Abstract: 1,038,322. Step ladders. R. LOH [trading as HAILO-WERK RUDOLF LOH KOMM.-GES.]. March 11, 1964 [March 12, 1963], No.10268/64. Heading A6L. A step-ladder is assembled by inserting one side of a rectangular loop 5, pivoted to a crossbar 7 of the rear ladder support 8, into slots in three flanges 10-12, Fig. 7, on the bottom of the top platform 4 pivoted by stub shafts 13 to the sides of the ladder part 1. The rear ladder support is then turned into its correct position so that the side of the loops engages bayonet slots in the flanges 10, 12 and the ladder part and rear support are then secured together also by pivots 9. The steps 3 are supported on brackets 2 by screws engaging through the metal of the steps with synthetic plastics and plugs in the steps. A safety strap is fixed across the top of the ladder to engage the legs of the user.
Patent GB-1475781-A (GB)
Title: Metallurgical process using oxygen and apparatus therefor
IPC: C22B23/02
Filed: 1974-05-03
Abstract: 1475781 Metallugical reactors Q-S OXYGEN PROCESSES Inc 3 May 1974 [3 May 1973] 10323/74 Heading F4B [Also in Division C7] Furnace for use in recovering metal values from sulphide concentrates is elongated, tiltable and refractory lined; has inlets for flux, concentrates and gases and outlets for metal values, slag and off gases, the slag outlet being at the opposite end of the furnace from that for the metal values; has several independently regulatable gas injectors along the length of the furnace which enter below the melt level therein; and has solid material feeders distributed along the length of the furnace. In Fig. 1 the furnace A, which may be oscillatable, has solid feed inlets 6, 7, 11, an outlet 5 for metal or matte and an outlet 12 for slag. Gas feeds are shown at 8 and 10.
Patent GB-506564-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in electric governors
IPC: H02P5/68
Filed: 1938-04-04
Abstract: 506,564. Automatic control systems HARLAND ENGINEERING CO., Ltd. and WOROBJEFF, N. April 4, 1938, No- 10336. [Class 38 (iv)] Speed.-An electric governor for controlling the speed of a machine or machines comprises a generator 1 driven by the machine and connected in series with a torque motor 2 across a D.C. supply A, B, the generator having a completely unsaturated field 3 fed from the same supply through a rheostat 4 of negligible temperature coefficient. The torque motor, which is energized when the speed of the machine varies and the voltage of generator 1 fails to balance the supply voltage, controls the supply to the machine through a rheostat or a steam or fuel valve. To control a paper machine, the torque motor 2 is arranged to control the field of the main generator 8 supplying the section motors, one 11 of which drives the generator 1. The torque motor 2 controls the generator 8 through a vernier rheostat 7 which as it approaches the end of its travel operates limit switches 12 to energize a motor effecting operation of a further rheostat 9. The torque motor 2 is caused to oscillate slowly by connecting a low-frequency alternator 5 in series with the field 3.
Patent GB-1262807-A (GB)
Title: Pulverulent cross-linkable polyester coating materials
Inventor: PEDAIN JOSEF
IPC: C08G18/71
Filed: 1970-03-04
Abstract: 1,262,807. Coated products. FARBENFABRIKEN BAYER A.G. 4 March, 1970 [5 March, 1969], No. 10353/70. Heading B2E. [Also in Division C3] Coatings are produced on substrates by the application of solid particles of a fusible, cross-linkable binder to the substrates, and hardening by heating to a temperature above 130‹C. The binder has a softening point of between 50 and 180‹C and consists of the reaction product of one or more hydroxylcontaining polyesters and an alkoxymethylisocyanate. Suitable substrates are metals, plastics and woven fabrics. The particles are applied by spraying electrostatically or using a compressed air gun or by means of a fluidised bed.
Patent GB-1292071-A (GB)
Title: Novel emulsifying products and applications thereof
Inventor: RICHARD GUY
IPC: C09K23/00
Filed: 1970-03-04
Abstract: 1292071 Treating tars CARBONISATION ET CHARBONS ACTIFS 4 March 1970 [5 March 1969 16 July 1969] 10383/70 Heading C5E [Also in Division B1] An emulsifying agent comprises a wood tar, cellulose tar, lignin tar or coal tar, and fractions or mixtures thereof, treated with an amine or an alkaline earth base, e.g. lime. The alkaline earth base must comprise 0À1 to 2 parts by weight per part of tar, and the amine preferably contains oxyethyl chains. A fatty acid having more than 12 carbon atoms and/or a phosphatide may be added to the agent. The amount of amine or base added must be sufficient to salify at least partially the tar and the fatty acid and/ or phosphatide.
Patent GB-493208-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to rotary shutters for cameras
IPC: G03B9/08
Filed: 1937-04-12
Abstract: 493,208. Photographic shutters. LEONG, C. H. April 12, 1937, No. 10402. [Class 98 (i)] A shutter disc A is mounted on a central pin B and rests on two projections C from a base plate D so that it may rotate and also oscillate on the projections C. Corrugations G are formed on the edge of the disc opposite the exposure aperture H and are loosely engaged by a forked lever K so that the speed of the disc is reduced when a slower exposure is desired. The engaging teeth are arranged at the extreme end of the lever K, and for an ordinary snapshot are set over the smooth surface of the disc. For a time exposure, the teeth are set in the path of the stop J. Specification 207,637, [Class 98 (i)], is referred to.