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Patent GB-2418559-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic loudspeaker
Inventor: MILNES CRAIG
IPC: H04R7/26
Filed: 2004-09-28
Abstract: A dynamic loudspeaker comprises two spaced apart motor units 7,8 each incorporating a centre pole 12 operating in opposite phase resulting in cancellation of 3<rd> order non-linearities, and the two motors 7,8 being linked together by a member 6 connecting both centre poles 12 of each motor unit 7,8. The interconnecting member 6 may be formed of brass, copper or any other heat conducting material, and it may be used to coney heat between the two motors 7, 8. The diaphragm may be a clamshell construction formed from carbon fibre elements 13, 17.
Patent GB-2413786-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing scoop for washing powder or liquid
Inventor: HUSSAIN IMRAN
IPC: G01F19/00
Filed: 2004-09-22
Abstract: A dispensing scoop for washing detergent in powder or liquid form comprises a spherical vessel and a removable handle. The removable handle clips around the spherical vessel, so that the vessel can be used as a scoop to scoop up powder. Alternatively, liquid may be poured into the spherical vessel to a level indicated by graduated marks. The handle may be detached from the vessel to allow the vessel to be placed directly into the drum of a washing machine, for in-wash dispensing of detergent.
Patent GB-2405017-A (GB)
Title: Scheduling method and system for rail networks
Inventor: PUDNEY PETER JOHN
IPC: B61L27/00
Filed: 2003-05-20
Abstract: The present invention provides a method and system for calculating a plan for moving trains on a network that reduces the cost of delays or late running. The invention is useful for timetable development, for real-time dynamic rescheduling of the trains on a network, and for assessing proposed changes to network infrastructure. A method of moving a given set of trains from their respective origins to their respective destinations, said method comprising the steps of: (i) form a schedulable set of trains consisting of all trains not at their destination that have at least one unoccupied link; (ii) from this schedulable set select the train with the earliest start time from its current location, wherein this selected train is travelling from station Si to station Sj; (iii) form a contender set of trains consisting of all trains that have as their next move a dispatch from station Si to Sj and vice-versa; (iv) from this contender set select the train with the earliest arrival time at its successor station (either station Si to Sj); (v) for the selected train invoke a deadlock avoidance procedure wherein if this procedure accepts the train then go on to step (iv), or if the train is rejected then remove it from the schedulable set, and if the schedulable set is not empty then return to step (ii) otherwise go to step (vii); (vi) schedule the selected train over its chosen link to its successor; and (vii) return to step (i) until all trains are at their destination or the schedulable set is empty.
Patent GB-2409474-A (GB)
Title: Downhole cutting tools with shearing elements
Inventor: AZAR MICHAEL GEORGE
IPC: E21B10/54
Filed: 2004-12-13
Abstract: A cutting element 720 for use, in lieu of or in combination with, polycrystalline diamond compact (PDC) cutter elements 710 to provide a shearing action on various downhole tools, such as drill bits 700, reamers, stabilisers and hole openers. The cutting element 720 uses a shearing element, made of PDC, thermally stable polycrystalline diamond (TSP) or cubic boron nitride (CBN), disposed on a support. The support, possibly a blade, may compromise diamond impregnated material. The shearing element may be, at least partially, overlaid by a retaining element 724 to provide a retention mechanism to prevent the shearing element from dislodging from the support. The shearing element may also have a coating, such as titanium carbide or silicon carbide, to enhance its retention through chemical means. Also disclosed is a method of forming the cutting element.
Patent GB-2422170-A (GB)
Title: A modular subsea hydrocarbon tanker and production system
Inventor: EDWARDS DAVID LINDSAY
IPC: B63B35/44
Filed: 2005-01-12
Abstract: A subsea and modular tanker-based hydrocarbon production system which is wholly submersible, is wholly detachable from, and wholly re-attachable to, its associated subsea wellhead infrastructure 3. Modularity allows for the processing, measurement, and storage of produced hydrocarbons from a wide variety of offshore hazard and water-depth related conditions and situations. In addition to being both detachable and re-attachable, the modularity of the system provides for a number of unit systems to be conjoined at surface and towed with contents to market. The system comprises a plurality of individual tank units 1, which can be connected hydraulically to each other by lengths of flexible high-pressure hose 7.
Patent GB-2410659-A (GB)
Title: Flexible delegation
Inventor: KALOGRIDIS GEORGIOS
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: This invention generally relates to methods, systems and computer program code for flexible but secure delegation, particularly where a chain of accountability is required in a system where trust is delegated. A method of delegating from a first data processing entity to a second data processing entity using a delegation protocol, said delegation protocol including sending a signed delegation token from said first to said second entity, said signed delegation token comprising a signature of a delegation token and of a key received from said second entity by said first entity.
Patent GB-2428361-A (GB)
Title: 3D Display using lenticular screen
Inventor: GILLON RICHARD BENEDICT
IPC: H04N13/00
Filed: 2005-05-07
Abstract: A three dimensional computer display is formed by Lue's Method of generating 3D images. It is a flat screen display generating a 3D image of virtual objects in the computer memory.
Patent GB-2426489-A (GB)
Title: Reinforcement for a bonnet lift actuator assembly
Inventor: ROOTE ANDREW
IPC: B60R21/34
Filed: 2005-05-24
Abstract: A motor vehicle 10 has a bonnet lift actuator assembly 20 used to raise the rear of the bonnet to increase clearance between the bonnet and components located within the engine compartment in the event of a collision between the vehicle and a pedestrian. The actuator assembly 20 includes an extruded aluminium spacer member 22 which supports a bonnet lift actuator 21 and rests upon a substantially horizontal structural member 14 which forms part of the structure of the vehicle. Forces produced by the actuator 21 when it is activated are transferred directly into the structural member 14 through the spacer member 22.
Patent GB-2416293-A (GB)
Title: Sliding assisting apparatus
Inventor: SATO HIROJI
IPC: E05F3/16
Filed: 2005-07-07
Abstract: The device is suitable for assisting the opening and closure of sliding drawers, trays, doors, windows, curtains and other moving bodies in a variety of fields. Inside a case or housing 2, which, in use, is attached to a first body, there are two sliders 3 and 4 which are movable with respect to each other, and also longitudinally with respect to the housing. A spring 5, anchored on one of its ends at shaft 35 on slide 3 wraps around a pulley 37 and then is anchored on its other end at shaft 45 on slide 4, in order to bias both slides in the same direction. A restraining member in the form of guide rib 23 has coupling portions 24 and 25. These portions are engaged by lock members 30 and 40 respectively. The lock members are each coupled via holding parts 43 and 32 with a corresponding slide, and both lock members and slides are movable longitudinally along the slot defined by step 22 on the housing. The locks are actuated, by strikers or operating members 10, 15 secured to a second body which moves or slides with respect to the first body. The operating members have ramps 13, 14b and 18 which, with relative longitudinal movement between the first and second bodies, lift or depress the locking members 30 and 40 in transverse direction so as to cause their engagement or disengagement with the coupling portions of the restraining member. A damper 6 can be disposed between the two slides for dampening the movement.
Patent GB-2412213-A (GB)
Title: Remote control toy, extension unit thereof, mobile body, and auxiliary device
Inventor: YAMAGUCHI TAKASHI
IPC: A63H30/02
Filed: 2004-01-16
Abstract: A remote control toy (1) includes a controller (2) for transmitting a code signal corresponding to a user operation content by infra-red rays and a mobile body (3) driven/controlled by the code signal. The remote control toy (1) further includes: a marker (25) containing at least one detection element (26) ranged in the mobile range of the mobile body (3); a detection device (21) arranged in the mobile body (3) for detecting the detection element (26); a transmission device (22) for transmitting a predetermined detection signal on radio in response to detection of the detection element (26) by the detection device (21); and processing execution means (31) for judging the state of the mobile body (3) according to the detection signal and executing a predetermined processing in accordance with the judgment result.
Patent GB-2428831-A (GB)
Title: System for delivering appropriate advertising to a user
Inventor: CHIU FU-SHENG
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2005-08-01
Abstract: An intelligent dynamic market data collection system which accurately and effectively targets appropriate users based on the collected market data. After collecting and analyzing the market data, appropriate advertisements or other marketing materials are sent to individual users. The market data collection and advertising delivery can be continuously, automatically, scheduled, or periodically updated or sent. The system is capable of collecting and analyzing Internet Protocol (IP) number, user history, voting history, viewing history, scheduling history, rating history, purchasing history, current web page, web browsing history, current program identification, and user account information. Since a user's IP indicates their location, regional advertising is easily accomplished. Therefore, only appropriate advertising is sent to users thereby resulting in increased effectiveness.
Patent GB-2429662-A (GB)
Title: Cement mixer drum cover
Inventor: PANTELI GEORGE
IPC: B28C5/00
Filed: 2005-09-03
Abstract: A cement mixer drum cover is provided which is fitted over the drum (C) of a cement mixer to prevent any splashing from the mixer and also to prevent any products in the mixer from drying out. The cover comprises a hardwearing, flexible, waterproof material with a tight fitting clasping edge made of elastic, tie spring or cord with ears protruding from the edge to serve as handles to detach the cover from the mixer.
Patent GB-2415358-A (GB)
Title: Rotatable helmet mount
Inventor: PRENDERGAST JONATHON R
IPC: G02B23/12
Filed: 2004-04-05
Abstract: A helmet mount (10) for a night vision device is provided having means to attached to headgear, such as a helmet (12), wherein the mount (10) is rotatable between a use position and a stowed position about an axis that is substantially parallel to the attachment means. In one embodiment, a position adjustment assembly comprises a rotary plate (30), a helmet block (38) rotationally coupled to the rotary plate (30) and a spring-biased ball and socket system located between the helmet block (38) and rotary plate (30). In another embodiment, a tilt adjustment assembly may include a gear system wherein rotation of a lever (430) produces rotation of a night vision device relative to a user's eyes.
Patent GB-2432784-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable head rest
Inventor: HUCK KEVIN
IPC: B60N2/48
Filed: 2005-12-03
Abstract: A head rest 10 for a vehicle seat comprising a body portion 12 having an upper face 16, a front face 18 and opposing sides 20, and a support member 30 attached to one said side. The support member 30 being moveable between a first, retracted position and a second, extended position wherein the support member extends forwardly of the front face to provide side support for a user's head. The or each support member has a first arm 32 pivotably mounted at one end region to the body portion and a second arm 40 extending laterally from the opposite end 38 of the first arm 32. The second arm 40 serving to provide said side support for the user's head. In the extended position of the or each support member the second arm 40 extends upwardly from the first arm 32.
Patent GB-2423065-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle rear storage system
Inventor: REYNOLDS BRIAN
IPC: B60R5/04
Filed: 2006-02-08
Abstract: A vehicle storage assembly (24) that is selectively engagable with an interior component (14,16) of a vehicle cargo area (12) to define a storage area (44) includes a first panel (26) and a second panel (28) connected to the first panel (26) by a hinge (30). At least one of the first panel (26) and the second panel (28) has an attachment member (36,42) adapted to be selectively engaged with at least one attachment location (38) on the interior component (14,16).
Patent GB-2422077-A (GB)
Title: Method for using trusted,hardware-based identity credentials in runtime package signature to secure mobile communication and high-value transaction execution
Inventor: AISSI SELIM
IPC: H04L9/08
Filed: 2004-08-04
Abstract: A method for trusted package digital signature based on secure, platform bound identity credentials. The selection of a document to be electronically signed by a user via a computing device is made. A hash for the document is determined. The hash is encrypted with a private key of the user to create a digital signature. The document, an identification credential, and the digital signature are sent to a recipient computing device residing on a network. The identification credential comprises a digital file used to cryptographically bind a public key to specific trusted hardware attributes attesting to the identity and integrity of the trusted computing device. The trusted computing device includes a cryptographic processor.
Patent GB-2435883-A (GB)
Title: Autothermal cracking process for ethylene production
Inventor: GRIFFITHS DAVID CHARLES
IPC: C10G11/22
Filed: 2006-03-10
Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of ethylene by autothermal cracking of ethane, said process comprising: <SL> <LI>(i) separating an ethane-containing stream from LNG at an LNG regasification plant, <LI>(ii) autothermally cracking the ethane-containing stream from step (i) by contacting with a catalyst capable of supporting combustion beyond the fuel-rich limit of flammability in the presence of oxygen, to produce a product stream comprising ethylene, and <LI>(iii) passing the product stream comprising ethylene to a separations train, to separate ethylene from other components in the product stream, wherein the separations train comprises one or more steps in which refrigeration is provided from the LNG regasification plant. </SL>
Patent GB-2426853-A (GB)
Title: A gaming machine extending play beyond a stake limit
Inventor: MURRAY IAN
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2006-05-23
Abstract: A coin-operated entertainment machine is operable by a player to play a game after a predetermined game-play stake value has been credited. If the game results in a predetermined winning outcome, a prize is awarded to the player. A limit is imposed on total stake value in a playing session. When the limit is reached the player can continue to play further games for a predetermined period of time without requiring credit of further stake value. The limit may be a time period which may periodically re-commence on a rolling basis. The machine may be of the kind with which combinations of symbols are selected with rotatable reels (9).
Patent GB-2427220-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for friction reduction in a downhole tool
Inventor: TURLEY ROCKY A
IPC: E21B23/00
Filed: 2006-06-14
Abstract: A system for facilitating the insertion of a tool into a wellbore, especially a non-vertical wellbore. In one embodiment a tool 200 is fixable in a wellbore 100 by slips 205 and includes centralising, friction-reducing members 300 that serve to keep the body of the tool 200 off the walls of the wellbore 100. The friction reducing members 300 may be wheels or rollers. In another embodiment the tool includes a wiper ring (fig.7, 400) that partially fills an annular area formed between the c entered tool and the wellbore walls. The surface of the ring facing the upper end of the wellbore provides a fluid resisting piston surface and permits the centered tool to be pumped down the wellbore more effectively.
Patent GB-2442228-A (GB)
Title: Filling, displaying and dispensing beverage containers
Inventor: FLETCHER PAUL ROBERT
IPC: G07F11/70
Filed: 2006-09-26
Abstract: A beverage dispenser comprising a storage unit (42, figure 6) for storing a plurality of empty or partially empty containers (1, fig. 1), a filling unit for injecting a liquid into the said containers1 to produce filled containers and an enclosed display unit 30 for displaying one or more of the filled containers prior to dispensing. A transfer mechanism (not shown) for transferring the containers from the storage unit 42 to the filling unit and from the filling unit to the display unit 30 is also provided, as is a dispensing mechanism for dispensing filled containers from the display unit 30. A control unit 36 actuates the filling unit, the transfer mechanism and the dispensing mechanism in response to an operator instruction. Also described is a beverage dispensing system comprising a beverage dispenser according to the invention and a plurality of partially or completely empty containers.
Patent GB-2444238-A (GB)
Title: Snowsports equipment
Inventor: TALBOT ERNEST MARK
IPC: A63C5/00
Filed: 2006-11-29
Abstract: Snowsports equipment having a seat for a user, the user slidably displaceable relative to a snow-contacting runner, by sliding fore and aft the user is able to control the motion of the snowsports equipment. Optionally the seat may be slidably displaceable or the user may be slidably displaceable. Preferably the runner is a ski or snowboard including a seat and a support structure. The support structure can include a movable part mounted on low friction bearings and a static part.
Patent GB-2430209-A (GB)
Title: Firring system for a conservatory roof
Inventor: CALVERT LEE
IPC: E04B7/04
Filed: 2005-06-23
Abstract: A fining system for use in forming a conservatory roof comprises planks (22) that, can be snap-fitted on top of each other and then cut diagonally to provide two firring pieces for use on opposite sides of the roof.
Patent GB-2454860-A (GB)
Title: An optical system for creating a target intensity distribution
Inventor: MUENZ HOLGER
IPC: G02B27/09
Filed: 2007-01-30
Abstract: The invention concerns an optical system for creating a target intensity distribution in a target field 12 from an input light beam 14 having an input intensity distribution. The system has at least one first optical element, e.g. an array of lenslets 16a to 16 d, for sub-dividing input light beam in at least one dimension into a plurality of sub-beams 18a to 18d. The at least one first optical element is adjustable, e.g. by tilting (see figure 4) with respect to a propagation direction of the input light beam in order to create an aberration in at least one of said sub-beams. There is at least one second optical element, e.g. a condenser lens 20, for at least partially overlapping the sub-beams in the target in order to create the required target intensity distribution.
Patent GB-2435757-A (GB)
Title: Gyroscopes and accelerometers
Inventor: HODGINS DIANA
IPC: G01C19/5684
Filed: 2005-09-23
Abstract: A method of assembling a solid-state gyroscope in which a disc (10) of piezo-electric material having electrodes (12) formed on its circular surfaces is mounted on but spaced from a substrate (20). A plurality of upstanding conductive elements (24) are provided on connection points (14) on one of the disc (10) and substrate (20) in the central region thereof and then the disc is moved towards the substrate to cause the conductive elements to effect connections between the disc electrodes and conducting tracks formed on the substrate. The disc is then bonded to the substrate either by a central adhesive pad (25) or by bonding the conductive elements to the associated tracks in a conducting manner.
Patent GB-2438060-A (GB)
Title: System and method for monitoring equipment
Inventor: HEAGERTY DAVID Q
IPC: H04Q9/00
Filed: 2007-05-04
Abstract: An intrinsically safe equipment condition monitoring system is provided. The system includes at least one intrinsically safe local data acquisition unit for acquiring condition information for at least one piece of equipment. The local data acquisition unit includes a data transmitter for wirelessly transmitting the acquired condition information. A remote data receiving unit is provided for receiving the condition information for the piece of equipment.
Patent GB-2440668-A (GB)
Title: Storage cabinet for suspending discs
Inventor: YU JACKSON
IPC: B42F15/00
Filed: 2007-07-31
Abstract: A storage device 4, which is adapted to hang a plurality of disc holders 3 each having two opposite hook members 32, comprises a casing 5 housing at least one chamber to hold a column of drawers, wherein the chamber has two lateral walls 52 extending vertically and respectively from two opposite lateral ends of a bottom wall 51, a top wall 53 interconnecting top ends of the lateral walls 52, and at least one pair of horizontal rails 54 projecting inwardly and respectively from inner surfaces of the lateral walls 52. At least one drawer 6, is disposed in the casing, and is slidable along the respective pairs of rails 54. The draw includes a draw frame (Figure 4, 61) having two opposite lateral plates (Figure 4, 611), and two slides (Figure 4. 62) provided respectively on outer surfaces of the lateral plates (Figure 4, 611) to engage slidably and respectively with rails 54. Each lateral plate (Figure 4, 611) has a retainer (Figure 4, 63) projecting inwardly from an inner surface thereof and adapted to engage one hook member of each disc holder.
Patent GB-2445048-A (GB)
Title: Printing system, cartridge and method avoiding the use of a piezoelectric cartridge sensor
Inventor: COUNIHAN NIGEL JOHN
IPC: B41J2/175
Filed: 2007-08-07
Abstract: A printing system includes: ```a printer 2, the printer 2 being arranged to be supplied with ink from at least one ink cartridge detachably connectable to the printer 2, the ink cartridge having a piezoelectric element 20 in the ink chamber thereof, the printer 2 including a piezo sensor test chip 22 to send a test signal to the piezoelectric element 20, the printer 2 further including a motherboard 24 to control printing, the motherboard 24 determining whether to draw ink from the cartridge dependent upon the result of the test, ```the system further including: ```a cartridge 6, the cartridge 6 including sending means 36 not being a piezo sensor, the sending means being a microprocessor 36, which in one embodiment is associated with an analogue interface circuit 100, arranged to send a signal to the printer 2 such that the motherboard will control the printer 2 to draw ink from the cartridge 6.
Patent GB-2453156-A (GB)
Title: Sleeping bag
Inventor: NASH KEVIN ROBERT
IPC: A47G9/08
Filed: 2007-09-28
Abstract: A modular sleeping bag comprises a first quilted layer 12 that serves as a mattress, a second quilted layer 14 that serves as a cover and a detachable third quilted layer 16 removably secured to the second quilted layer to provide improved insulation. The third quilted layer is secured to the second by a zipper fastener that extends around three of their common edges. In another modular sleeping bag, the second and third quilted layers may be interchangeable.
Patent GB-2443954-A (GB)
Title: Geothermal probe with drill head.
Inventor: WURM DIETER
IPC: E21B47/06
Filed: 2007-11-15
Abstract: In a method for introducing a geothermal probe (2) into the earth, a geothermal probe (2) is introduced in a radiating manner with the drill head (1) into the earth. After the drilling operation, the drill head (1) remains in the earth.