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Patent GB-2408116-A (GB)
Title: Determining the lowest operating voltage of an integrated circuit
Inventor: PATEL DIPESH ISHWERBHAI
IPC: G06F1/32
Filed: 2003-11-14
Abstract: Voltage-binning of individual integrated circuits is achieved by operating those integrated circuits at a plurality of required clock frequencies. For each of those frequencies, the minimum supply voltage level which produces a pass result for a series of applied test vectors is determined. This allows each integrated circuit to be operated at the lowest voltage that is required to reliably sustain correct operation of the integrated circuit at a given operating frequency. Running each integrated circuit at a lower operating voltage makes more efficient use of available energy.
Patent GB-2399688-A (GB)
Title: Remote connector for electrical device, e.g. in a vehicle
Inventor: KOWTUN PETER
IPC: H01R12/55
Filed: 2004-02-20
Abstract: A connection device 26 for remotely connecting electrical devices 28, such as in a seating, lighting or door system of a vehicle, to a control module 14 comprises a housing with two mating parts 56,58 which retain a circuit board and have connection sections 66,68 receiving connections 78-84, 88, 90 to the module and device, the circuit having a node configured for a device 28 which has smart or 'semi-smart' capability - i.e. has electronics of more than a basic level of complexity.
Patent GB-2396078-A (GB)
Title: Least cost routing a prepaid telephone call
Inventor: NHAISSI ELI
IPC: H04Q3/66
Filed: 2000-10-23
Abstract: A method for routing a prepaid telephone call comprising the steps of receiving a telephone call from a customer who has purchased prepaid airtime from a plurality of prepaid carriers; determining which one of said plurality of prepaid carriers is the least-cost prepaid carrier for said telephone call; routing said telephone call to said least-cost carrier; receiving a message from said least-cost prepaid indicating that the prepaid airtime purchased from said least-cost prepaid carrier by said customer is exhausted or nearly exhausted; and re-routing said telephone call to one of said plurality of prepaid carriers other than said least-cost prepaid carrier in response to receipt of said message.
Patent GB-2416204-A (GB)
Title: Characterisation of coating material by comparing specularly reflected and scattered terahertz or infrared radiation
Inventor: COLE BRYAN EDWARD
IPC: G01N21/35
Filed: 2004-07-16
Abstract: The present invention provides a method of analysing an object, comprising the steps of: (a) irradiating the object 29 with a pulse of electromagnetic radiation, from a THz source 23 said pulse having a plurality of frequencies in the range from 100 GHz to 100 THz, such that a portion of the irradiating radiation couples to the object as a surface wave; (b) detecting radiation reflected and/or scattered from the object with detector 21 to obtain a time domain waveform; (c) extracting the parts of the radiation detected in step (b) relating to the surface wave on the object and (d) analysing the radiation identified in step (c) in order to derive information relating to a physical characteristic of the object. The phase or amplitude of the specularly reflected wave is compared to that of the radiation relating to the surface wave. The object comprises a central portion 35 and a coating 37, and may be a drug eluting stent.
Patent GB-2405875-A (GB)
Title: Photosensitive resins, resin compositions and products of curing thereof
Inventor: KOYANAGI HIROO
IPC: G02B6/138
Filed: 2003-02-25
Abstract: A photosensitive resin (A) consisting substantially of a product obtained by reacting a polyester (c) which is a reaction product of a polyol (a) with a tetrabasic acid dianhydride (b) with a compound (d) having an ethylenically unsaturated group and an epoxy group in the molecule; an alkali-soluble photosensitive resin (AA) obtained by reacting the photosensitive resin (A) with a di-or tri-basic acid mono- anhydride (e); photosensitive resin compositions prepared by incorporating the above photosensitive resin with a diluent (XX), a crosslinking agent (B) and/or a photopolymerization initiator (C); products of curing of the compositions; and articles equipped with these products. The resins and resin compositions give cured articles which are suitable for the formation of optical waveguides and excellent in processability, transparency, developability, close adhesion, resistance to soldering heat, and so on.
Patent GB-2407139-A (GB)
Title: Subsea coupling tails attachment to manifold plate
Inventor: SMITH III ROBERT E
IPC: F16L37/00
Filed: 2004-09-29
Abstract: An undersea hydraulic coupling has tails 18 on both male 14 and female members to allow insertion through and attachment to manifold plates 16. The tails are provided with positioning members formed as effectively rigid elastomeric rings 30 located in grooves which, when the tail is inserted to a manifold plate bore, grip the bore walls to allow the coupling members to be held in a nominal position with respect to the plate, preventing galling and hose damage when the members are mated. The tail is retained in the bore by a retainer ring 50 and a snap ring 22. A radial space 26 is formed between the tail and bore with a similar axial space between the plate and retaining ring which may be closed with another positioning member 50. There may be a second snap ring groove on the tail.
Patent GB-2411938-A (GB)
Title: Belt drive with integrated generator
Inventor: PAINTA RALPH
IPC: F16G1/00
Filed: 2005-03-08
Abstract: Belt drive with an integrated generator, particularly a starter generator, with a belt roller on which roller the belt is guided mounted on a generator shaft and which is movably mounted in order to tension the traction mechanism counter to a restoring force, the mechanical properties of the belt 2 regarding rigidity being selected so that its elasticity allows at least partial reduction of load peaks occurring in the belt 2 itself in the drive 1 while simultaneously ensuring adequate force transmission through the drive 1. Details of the specific rigidity of ribbed V-belts with different numbers of ribs are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2424333-A (GB)
Title: Rechargable LCD screen
Inventor: TURNER DON VINCENT
IPC: H04N5/64
Filed: 2005-03-18
Abstract: A liquid crystal display screen comprises a rechargeable battery 2 and LCD screen 1, the battery providing at least 6 hours of operation, preferably 8, 10, 12, 15 or 19 hours. The screen may also comprise a wireless data receiver 4 and a computer 3, and have a data entry port, or CD drive connected to the computer's processor. The battery 2, LCD screen 1, wireless receiver 4 and computer processor 3 may be included in a single casing 5. A socket 6 may be provided in the casing 5 to connect the battery 2 to a charger. The display may also be mounted on a mobile stand or a trolley. A wireless LAN, including the screen is also claimed independently.
Patent GB-2413518-A (GB)
Title: Telescopically adjustable handle
Inventor: HUANG YAO-CHONG
IPC: B25G1/04
Filed: 2005-05-11
Abstract: A telescopically adjustable pipe includes an outer tube 10, an inner tube 40, an inner bushing 30, a sleeve 20, a push member 50, a mounting bracket 70, a positioning member 60, and a retaining member 80. Thus, the positioning member is moved by movement of the push member and is detachably locked in the respective positioning hole of the inner tube to lock the inner tube in the outer tube, so that the inner tube is locked in and cannot slip from the outer tube.
Patent GB-2410071-A (GB)
Title: Bi-directional conduit traversing vehicle
Inventor: APPLETON ERNEST
IPC: F16L55/34
Filed: 2003-11-18
Abstract: A vehicle (1) for travelling along a conduit (2) such as a pipeline having fluid flowing therein is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a first body carrying a first set of retractable bristles (12) for engaging an internal wall of the conduit such that the bristles resist movement of the first body in a first direction more than in a second direction, and a second set of retractable bristles (13) for engaging the internal wall of the conduit such that the bristles resist movement of the first body in the second direction more than in the first direction. A thread follower (16) carries a third set of resilient bristles (18) for engaging the internal wall of the conduit such that the bristles resist movement of the thread follower in the first direction more than in the second direction. A turbine(5) is actuated by fluid flow in the conduit to cause rotation of a reverse traverse screw (14) to move the first body and thread follower towards and away from each other. The first (12) and second (13) bristles are stiffer than the third bristles (18).
Patent GB-2415996-A (GB)
Title: Medical instrument with two-part coupling
Inventor: LEHMANN HELMUT
IPC: F16B21/06
Filed: 2005-06-28
Abstract: A medical instrument comprising at least two instrument parts 2, 26 is provided with a coupling which releasably connects the two instrument parts, the coupling comprising a latch 12 on one instrument part which may be moved between a released position (Fig. 6) and a locked position (Fig. 7), a shoulder 32 on the other engagement part which abuts the latch, and at least one magnet 20, 22 which retains the latch in its locked position. The latch is unlocked by separating the magnets using a connection limb 8.
Patent GB-2431101-A (GB)
Title: Urinal drain insert
Inventor: WALDRON ALEX
IPC: A47K11/12
Filed: 2005-09-23
Abstract: A drain insert for a urinal drain, the insert including a drain cover (33) presented upwardly in use and the drain cover including an information display (34) integrally associated with the drain cover. An over-cover (32) may suitably extend over the drain cover (33).
Patent GB-2418756-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for transacting legal documents
Inventor: BRETT HAYTON
IPC: G06Q40/02
Filed: 2004-05-25
Abstract: The present invention relates to the compiling, transacting and dissemination of legal and associated documents. In one example embodiment, the present invention relates to the handling of documentation associated with Real Estate and Legal industries. In another example embodiment, the present invention relates to conveyancing and the publishing of documentation for viewing by Estate Agents, Lawyers and members of the public such as Prospective buyers. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to on-line publishing of those documents to enable contract preparation. In a still other embodiment, the present invention relates to execution of contracts on-line, and authentication thereof via digital certificates or other suitable secure means.
Patent GB-2435945-A (GB)
Title: Transparent encryption and zipping file management system
Inventor: ELTIGANI AHMED
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2006-03-04
Abstract: The Encrypting and Zipping File System (EzFs) EzFs is a user-level pseudo file system that maps and exposes a local or remote physical folder as a virtual namespace via Universal naming Convention (UNC) or mapped drive letter to provide applications transparent file-level encryption and compression. An application I/O requests to files in the virtual namespace are tunneled to physical files in the underlying mapped physical folder. The physical files store application data in encrypted, compressed or clear format depending on the application request. EzFs manages the virtual name space as a transparent cache of the target folder and extends the functionality of the underlying target folder beyond the target volume capabilities. EzFs is able to provide transparent encryption of files via Windows NTFS Encrypting File System (EFS) functionality. Encryption is provided by bridging a local NTFS folder supporting Windows Encrypting File System (EFS) and a local or remote physical folder on a different media or computer. EzFs temporarily caches files in the local NTFS volume as encrypted files, extracts and writes the encrypted data raw blocks into the target files. The entire process of importing and exporting encrypted files from and to the local NTFS folder is totally transparent to applications. The EzFs file system bridging and data transformation technology enables it to extend Windows NTFS EFS feature to other file systems and storage platforms that don't necessarily support it e.g. FAT. This mechanism allows EzFs to provide encryption functionality independent of the volume or file system capabilities that hosts the actual file and enables mobility and transportability of Windows NTFS EFS encrypted files across machines and devices.
Patent GB-2428231-A (GB)
Title: Multiple lifting frame comprising locking means for securing the movement sequence of the extendable lifting masts
Inventor: BAUMANN CLAUDIA
IPC: B66F7/16
Filed: 2006-06-26
Abstract: The invention relates to a multiple lifting frame comprising a standing mast (1) and at least two lifting masts (2, 3), with which at least one lifting cylinder is associated in each case. A primary lifting mast (2) can be extended temporally before a secondary lifting mast (3) so that the movement sequence of the lifting masts (2, 3) is maintained even under unfavourable circumstances. According to the invention, mechanical locking means (8 or 11, 12 or 14a) are provided which can be brought in and out of engagement as a function of the vertical position of the primary lifting mast (2), with which - in relation to an extension of the lifting frame - the secondary lifting mast (3) can be locked relative to the standing mast (1) in an operating range between completely retracted lifting masts (2, 3) and a not completely extended primary lifting mast (2).
Patent GB-2432141-A (GB)
Title: A safety device for a fall arrest system
Inventor: JONES KARL
IPC: A62B35/04
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: A safety device for a fall arrest system comprises a body 10 having a drum 11 around which is wound a safety line 13 connected to the harness of a user. The drum 11 is mounted for rotation on a yoke 12, a speed-responsive brake locking the drum in the paying out direction if the drum rotates above a threshold speed. A linear energy absorber 15 connects the body 10 to a mounting eye 14 which attaches the device to a support structure. When the drum 11 becomes locked the energy absorber responds to an applied load greater than a threshold. It may comprise a stainless steel strip 15a which absorbs energy as it passes through deforming means 15c in uncoiling. In an alternative construction the energy absorber can comprise layers of stitched fabric. A further energy absorber can be provided in the connection of the line 13 to the safety harness of the user.
Patent GB-2440768-A (GB)
Title: Magnet assembly for moving coil actuator
Inventor: CRAIG IAN MUIR
IPC: H02K15/03
Filed: 2006-08-08
Abstract: An actuator having improved acceleration for payloads at an optimum volume and mass of actuator comprises a field structure assembly comprising an arrangement of permanent magnets wherein the arrangement of permanent magnets comprises a conical magnet 210and a plurality of segmented ring magnet parts 220 such that a magnetic fields is generated across an airgap defined by inner and outer pole pieces 260, 290 and a moving coil assembly 100 having coils 110 which are located in the air gap. The magnets are secured by adhesives and a stop 230acts as a shock absorber. A mirror may be mounted on the coil assembly at 140.
Patent GB-2441812-A (GB)
Title: Interactive online video tours
Inventor: TAYLOR RUSSELL
IPC: G06T17/05
Filed: 2006-09-13
Abstract: This system allows the user to view remote real world locations online using streamed or downloaded image-based rendering techniques. The process begins with filming a real world environment and then streaming or downloading the image-based rendering techniques to replay the tour in an interactive manner. This online interactive video tour is made interactive by the user selecting which set of streaming or downloaded image-based renders to watch next, this is achieved at key points within the tour. Each key point, allows the user to look around in any direction and then choose the next set of streaming by clicking on a hotspot. This system is also enhanced using overhead maps, floor plans, video transitions, informative text and sound.
Patent GB-2429162-A (GB)
Title: Medical graft products with differing regions and methods and systems for producing the same
Inventor: MCALEXANDER CHAD S
IPC: A61F2/06
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: Described are methods and systems for drying remodelable materials, such that selective regions of the remodelable materials have differing properties. Also described are medical graft products having selective regions of differing material properties. Advantageous remodelable materials include collagenous extracellular matrix material, such as small intestine submucosa.
Patent GB-2431603-A (GB)
Title: Hand-held cut-off tool with water feed conduit
Inventor: UHL KLAUS-MARTIN
IPC: B24B55/02
Filed: 2006-10-16
Abstract: A hand-held cut-off tool comprises a motor housing 1 receiving a drive motor, an extension arm 2, a cutting wheel 3 driven by the drive motor and supported on the extension arm 2 and a water feeding conduit 5, 6, 20, 23 & 40 extending from a water source connector 4 to the cutting wheel 3. A section of the conduit 6 is integrated into the extension arm 2 by clamping it in a outwardly open receiving groove 10 in a housing of the extension arm 2 by means of three teeth (13-15, Fig. 2) arranged in a staggered relationship on either side of the groove 10. The integrated section of conduit 6 is arranged in a vertical direction relative to the tool's usual operating position. The tool further comprises a pivotably adjustable protective cover 21 over part of the cutting wheel 3, the cover 21 having at least one spray nozzle 22 connected to an arc-shaped flexible compensation section of the conduit 40.
Patent GB-2446185-A (GB)
Title: Optical assembly and method of assembly
Inventor: HUGHES PATRICK JOSEPH
IPC: H01L23/12
Filed: 2006-10-30
Abstract: A method of fabricating an optical assembly comprises coupling at least one light sensing element to an intermediate layer and subsequently coupling the intermediate layer to an optical element. The intermediate layer is adapted to provide optical coupling between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element when assembled with the intermediate layer being arranged between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element. The intermediate layer is adapted by being a thin layer, being optically transparent, or having apertures aligned with the at least one light sensing element. The light sensing element is preferably a silicon photomultiplier and the optical element is preferably a scintillator. The intermediate layer is preferably a flexible printed circuit board. In a separate embodiment, the light sensing element is replaced by a light emitting element.
Patent GB-2430459-A (GB)
Title: Controlled variable density fluid for wellbore operations
Inventor: FINCHER ROGER
IPC: C09K23/00
Filed: 2005-06-22
Abstract: Fluid systems may contain elements to provide changes in bulk fluid density in response to various environmental conditions. One environmental driver to the variable density is pressure; other environmental drivers include, but are not limited to, temperature or changes in chemistry. The variable density of the fluid is beneficial for controlling sub-surface pressures within desirable pore pressure and fracture gradient envelopes. The variability of fluid density permits construction and operation of a wellbore with much longer hole sections than when using conventional single gradient fluids.
Patent GB-2434366-A (GB)
Title: Composition for solubilisation of a hydrophobic protein
Inventor: GHOSE SIDDHARTHA
IPC: C07K1/02
Filed: 2007-01-22
Abstract: A composition for the solubilisation of a hydrophobic protein, particularly a membrane protein, is disclosed. The composition comprises an amphipathic polymer conjugated to a binding agent. The amphipathic molecule preferably comprises a hydrophilic monomeric component, such as ethylene oxide, and a hydrophobic monomeric component, such as propylene oxide. The binding agent is one half of a binding pair, such as streptavidin, avidin, biotin, wheat-germ agglutinin or glutathione-s-transferase. Processes for preparing the composition are also disclosed. A further embodiment provides the use of a polyoxypropylene-polyoxyethylene block co-polymer in the solubilisation of a hydrophobic protein.
Patent GB-2431888-A (GB)
Title: Golf club head with variable face thickness
Inventor: GIBBS EVAN D
IPC: A63B53/04
Filed: 2007-03-01
Abstract: A face or face insert (40) for a golf club head (20) is disclosed herein. The face (40) has an interior surface (40a) with a first thickness section (200) and a second thickness region (205). The first thickness section (200) preferably has a thickness that is at least 0.025 inch greater than the thickness of the second thickness region (205). In a most preferred embodiment, the first thickness section (205) has a X shape. The face or face insert (40) with variable thickness allows for a face or face insert (40) with less mass in a golf club head (20) that conforms to the United States Golf Association regulations.
Patent GB-2451091-A (GB)
Title: Waste Heat Recovery from a Refrigeration Circuit
Inventor: CULLEY JACK
IPC: F25B27/02
Filed: 2007-07-16
Abstract: A refrigeration system has a circuit that includes heat recovery apparatus 31 as a means to increase system efficiency. The heat recovery apparatus is a heat exchanger having inlet and outlet headers and at least one pipe or tube or coil or plate. The refrigeration system includes a compressor (9 fig 2), a condenser 11, an expansion device (13 fig 2) and an evaporator (14 fig 2), and the heat exchanger may recover heat directly as part of the refrigeration circuit, or indirectly by an intermediate fluid. The refrigeration system may be a heat pump system 25, and the heat recovery apparatus can be applied to both new and retrofit applications. The invention finds application in supermarket refrigeration and building services heat pump circuits.
Patent GB-2439859-A (GB)
Title: Electronic system for exchanging goods and services
Inventor: GOLAN MENACHEM
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2006-03-03
Abstract: This PCT Application to be published without Abstract.
Patent GB-2444589-A (GB)
Title: Process of producing a composite component from tows containing filaments
Inventor: KOSTAR TIMOTHY DANIEL
IPC: D03D15/68
Filed: 2007-10-01
Abstract: There is disclosed a process for producing composite components (particularly CMC components e.g. gas turbine engine component). The process entails producing a composite component 50 having a matrix material 48 (e.g. ceramic) reinforced with a three-dimensional preform 30. The process includes producing first and second sets 32 and 34 of tows 36 and 38 containing filaments. Each tow 36 of the first set 32 has a predetermined cross-sectional shape and is embedded within a temporary matrix material formed of a material that is not the matrix material or a precursor of the matrix material. The preform 30 is then fabricated from the first and second sets 32, 34 of tows 36, 38, in which the second set 34 of tows 38 are transverse to the first set 32 of tows 36. The adjacent tows of the second set 34 are spaced apart to define interstitial regions (20; figure 1 - not shown) therebetween. The cross-sectional shapes of the first set 32 of tows 38 are substantially congruent to the cross-sectional shapes of the interstitial regions (20) so as to substantially fill the interstitial regions (20). The first and second sets are of static and dynamic tows. The preform is heated to remove the temporary matrix on the first set to yield spacing between the first and second sets.