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Patent GB-2188795-A (GB)
Title: Electrical connection between two conductors
Inventor: BAILEY ALAN
IPC: H01R4/44
Filed: 1986-04-05
Abstract: A connection between first and second cable conductors such as a conductor of a mains cable 100 and conductor of a service cable 102 is established by two elements 104, 106 each having a saddle portion 110, 118 for engagement with the second conductor 102 and a jaw 112, 120 for engagement with the first conductor 100 with a tooth 126 on one of the jaws biting into the first conductor. However, whereas in the conventional arrangement, the jaws of the connector elements engage on opposed corners of the first conductor, in the arrangement according to the invention, the jaws engage on adjacent faces of the first conductor at positions spaced apart by appreciably less than the maximum width of the conductor. Use of the invention reduces the size of the connector as compared with conventional connectors, and moreover, enables a single size of connector to be used with a relatively wide range of sizes of electrical conductor. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2190354-A (GB)
Title: A paper or cardboard enclosure
Inventor: BRETT ANTHONY CLIVE
IPC: B31B19/00
Filed: 1986-05-17
Abstract: In the manufacture of an envelope requiring the application of glue to at least two flaps 5,7 which are not parallel to each other, the glue is applied to one of the flaps in the form of a series of lines D1 to D6 extending parallel to a single line of glue G1 on the other flap. In this way all the flaps can be applied with glue during a single pass through the machine. The envelope wall 2 may have an elongate indentation 12 which prevents the edge of contents being inserted into the envelope from engaging the edge of the flap 7. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2176628-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for the production of high resolution images
Inventor: DAVIS GILLIAN MARGARET
IPC: G03F7/20
Filed: 1986-06-06
Abstract: Apparatus for the production of large area high resolution images of a holographic mask comprises an excimer laser (7) and beam expander (L1, L4, M6, M5) to direct a beam on to a reflection hologram (H) located near the image plane of the mask. The image of the mask is formed by reflection in a concave mirror (M4).
Patent GB-2193004-A (GB)
Title: Optical logic device
Inventor: STEWART WILLIAM JAMES
IPC: G02F3/00
Filed: 1986-07-25
Abstract: An optical logic device comprises a Fabry-Perot resonator having two confronting mirrors 1 on either side of a body 2 of a nonlinear medium, a light source capable of projecting an optical pattern 9 of two adjacent light spots onto an outer surface of one of said mirrors, and photodetectors adjacent an opposite side of said resonator capable of sensing the presence of a transverse light signal propagation effect when it occurs from one of said spots to the other. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2193045-A (GB)
Title: An armature for an electric motor
Inventor: STROBL GEORG
IPC: H02K13/04
Filed: 1986-07-25
Abstract: The armature has windings (28) supported by a core (23) mounted on a shaft (25). At least a part of the armature, and preferably the windings (28) and any wires connecting the windings (28) to a commutator (24) are encapsulated in an insert moulded body (30) of plastics material, typically nylon. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2180988-A (GB)
Title: A fluorescent lamp unit
Inventor: SHUTE GRAHAM
IPC: H01J61/56
Filed: 1986-08-26
Abstract: In a lamp arrangement having a fluorescent lamp 4 and a choke 5 mounted on a support 3, the lamp has at least a portion which is generally "L-shaped" and the choke 5 is dispersed within the angle of the "L". As shown a luminaire has a circular backplate 1 which is apertured for screwing to a wall or ceiling. The backplate 1 has a diffuser 2 screw-threaded or otherwise secured to it so that together the backplate 1 and diffuser 2 define a housing for electrical lighting. The luminaire has a moulded circular cover 3 contoured to receive a fluorescent lamp 4, a choke 5, a terminal block 6, a power factor corrector capacitor 7 and a starter 9 on its outwardly-directed face. The lamp 4 fits neatly within the confines of the cover 3 and the choke 5 fits within one of the D's 11 of the lamp 4 so that it does not extend outwardly from the cover 3 further than the lamp 4. The capacitor 7 fits within the other D 12 of the lamp 4, while the terminal block 6 is disposed between the D's 11 and 12. The starter 9 is also fitted within the extremeties of the lamp 4. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2181474-A (GB)
Title: Self-locking manhole cover
Inventor: REFSAHL JOHAN
IPC: E02D29/14
Filed: 1986-01-29
Abstract: A self-locking manhole cover (4) has stiffening ribs (8, 10, 17, 18) secured to its underside and a locking means (6) on its underside, the locking means (6) being intended to engage beneath the flange (2) of a manhole frame (1) when the cover has been placed in the manhole frame. By action against an elastic force which keeps the locking means (6) beneath the flange (2), the locking means (6) may be released from the locking position by operating a tool (14) which is inserted down through a hole (15) in the manhole cover (4). The locking means (6) consists of a protruding boss which is secured to a resilient arm (5) which is secured to the underside of the cover (4) and extends parallel to its plane and essentially parallel to part of the periphery of the cover (4) and near thereto. The cover (4) is on its underside further provided with at least one further locking means (7) intended to engage beneath the flange (2) of the manhole frame (1) when the cover has been positioned in the manhole frame.
Patent GB-2182846-A (GB)
Title: Extensible table
Inventor: MCNAMARA GEORGE L
IPC: A47B1/04
Filed: 1986-11-06
Abstract: A table has extension leaves 26 secured to opposite edges of the table top by hinges 30. The hinges include a first hinge member 84 which is secured to the leaf and a second hinge member 90 which is connected to the table top and is slidable in a channel 104 relative to the table top. The first and second hinge members are pivotally connected to one another by a pivot pin 96 carried by the slidable second hinge member and received within an elongated slot 88 of the first hinge member. A rigid stop 100 is secured to the second hinge member and spaced away from the pivot pin 96 a distance such that the stop prevents pivotable movement of the leaf when the latter is vertical and the pivot pin 96 abuts the end 89 of the slot 88. The second hinge members 90 of hinges on opposite sides of the table may be connected by a spring (110, figure 4). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2199582-A (GB)
Title: Analogues of pancreatic secretory trypsin inhibitor
Inventor: COLLINS DR JOHN
IPC: C12N1/20
Filed: 1987-01-07
Abstract: A peptide which essentially has the amino acid sequence of pancreatic secretory trypsin inhibitor (PSTI) and variants of this peptide in which one or more of the amino acids of the original sequence are replaced by other amino acids are described. These peptides are modified in an advantageous manner with respect to the specificity of their inhibitor action. A process for the preparation of the peptides and their pharmaceutical use is additionally described.
Patent GB-2201185-A (GB)
Title: Bricklaying template
Inventor: WALSH JONATHAN MILES
IPC: E04G21/18
Filed: 1987-02-18
Abstract: A hand held bricklaying template comprising a frame, which may conveniently consist of two perpendicular bars 1 and 2 upon which are mounted protrusions 6, 8, 9, 11, lying in the same plane, and protrusions 3, 4, 5 lying in a perpendicular plane. Spirit levels 12 and 13 indicate the angular inclinations of the planes embracing protrusions 3, 4, 5, and 6, 8, 9, 11 to the vertical and horizontal respectively. When located upon a brick the device will give a simultaneous indication of the angular disposition of the brick in the vertical and horizontal planes. When located upon a brick and one adjacent the template will also give a simultaneous indication of the position of the brick in the vertical and horizontal planes relative to the one adjacent. The device also gives an indication of the position of a brick in the vertical plane relative to ones below it. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2190824-A (GB)
Title: Pendant
Inventor: GILL NORMAN DOUGLAS
IPC: A44C25/00
Filed: 1987-04-02
Abstract: The pendant comprises a generally spherical body formed of elements A-F which are connected by hinges 5 such that they can be opened out to form a crucifix (i.e. a "masonic ball"). The adjacent edges of the elements are provided with locating means in the form of lugs 17 which provide positive relative location of the elements to hold the pendant in its spherical configuration. The top edge of the uppermost element A carries a suspension eye 12 and a catch 13 mounted independently on a common pivot pin, and the catch 13 engages in notches 15 in the lowermost element to hold the pendant in the spherical configuration. The hinges 5 are of spherical form and are recessed into the adjacent edges of the respective elements. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2203636-A (GB)
Title: Portable dental hygiene device
Inventor: JELINEK GEORGE WALTER
IPC: A46B11/00
Filed: 1987-04-22
Abstract: A hollow container 10, eg a hollow tube, has a clip-on or screw-on nozzle connection for a flexible toothpaste or gel in a tube housed inside said hollow container, the tube being connected to a hollow handled tubular toothbrush 22, 23. The brush elements can be an integral part of the hollow container or detachable and interchangeable or replaceable. The brush part is protected by means of a slide-off cover 16 with a clip 17 for carrying and has ventilation holes 18 at the top. To use the device one applies mild pressure on the pad 12, which releases the dentifrice via the hollow brush handle 22 onto the brush head 23. In an alternative embodiment (not shown), a pressurized foam or liquid dentifrice may be used and this may be fed to the hollow handled toothbrush by pressing on a release trigger of a suitable pressure container, contained within the hollow container 10. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2207331-A (GB)
Title: Fish food dispenser
Inventor: LAM KA-DUK
IPC: A01K61/85
Filed: 1987-06-23
Abstract: A fish food dispenser comprises a container (12) for fish food, and a metering screw (10) mounted for rotation in a metering chamber (11) and driven by an electric motor (M) via a reduction gear train (23) for dispensing fish food from the container. The fish food may be dispensed daily at a time presettable by means of an electronic control circuit (21), or may be dispensed at any time by means of a manual switch provided in the control circuit. The quantity of fish food to be dispensed is also presettable by means of the control circuit. An alarm indicating food is about to be dispensed may be provided. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2213381-A (GB)
Title: Electro-surgical apparatus with body impedance monitoring
Inventor: PRICE-THOMAS MARTIN
IPC: A61B5/05
Filed: 1987-12-12
Abstract: Surgical diathermy apparatus including two electrodes to be applied to the patient's body under operation, and means for applying a high-frequency alternating current to the electrodes to perform electro-coagulation or surgery. The equipment also includes means for sensing the instantaneous values of the voltage and current between the electrodes and for calculating the impedance of the total circuit in accordance with these sensed values. An automatic detector senses any impedance value above a pre-determined level and is arranged to produce a warning or control signal. This enables a surgeon to perform delicate, difficult operations even when the operation site is out of view. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2198598-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in electrical plugs
Inventor: GILBERT HUGH HEATHCOTE
IPC: H01R13/68
Filed: 1986-08-06
Abstract: The insulating body of an electrical plug has a lid (1) turnably mounted on a plug base (2) for movement between open and closed positions. The plug pins (4) include a terminal end (5) protected within the body which defines a wire trap with a second terminal end (6) movable with the lid (1). The body exhibits passage means (7) for each wire leading to the respective terminal end, each passage means (7) being adapted to receive wire only when fed in endwise, the lid (1) being mounted on the plug base (2) for turning movements about an axis (x) parallel to the axes of the pins (4), whereby on endwise insertion of wires into the respective passages (7) with the lid (1) in the open position, the end of each  wire is located between the terminal ends (5, 6) of the respective wire trap, and the wire traps close around the wires as the lid is moved into its closed position to effect wiring up of the plug.
Patent GB-2280201-A (GB)
Title: Infra red transparent window
Inventor: LETTINGTON ALAN HAROLD
IPC: C23C14/06
Filed: 1988-06-14
Abstract: An infra red transparent window for high speed aircraft and missiles comprises a substrate of ZnSe or ZnS coated, as protection against rain erosion, with a thick layer of infra red transparent GexC1-x, itself coated with a thin layer of infra red transparent hard carbon. Typically the GexC1-x layer is in 5 - 30  mu m and the hard carbon layer is 0.5 - 1.5  mu m thick, and x varies between 0.5 and 0.7, being either constant or varying across the thickness of the carbide layer.
Patent GB-2213909-A (GB)
Title: Flexible coupling
Inventor: HUNT ANTHONY OWEN
IPC: F16D3/74
Filed: 1989-01-23
Abstract: In a flexible coupling 120 comprising a hollow cylindrical body 120 having opposed end portions 126, 129 and an intermediate portion 130, a respective helical spring arrangement 123a, 123b interconnects each end portion and a facing end of the intermediate portion, and each spring arrangement comprises a multi-start arrangement of separate helical formations each formation extending through an angle of at least 360 DEG  about the longitudinal axis 127 of the cylindrical body. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2233498-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum switch arc control
Inventor: JENKINS JOHN ERNEST
IPC: H01H33/664
Filed: 1989-06-21
Abstract: An arc formed in a vacuum switch is dispersed by imposing an axial magnetic field which is provided by a helical coil 19 mounted externally of the vacuum envelope 5 coaxial with the contacts 13,15. The coil 19 is connected between the fixed contact 15 and a terminal 31. The diameter of the coil may thus be kept within that of the vacuum envelope. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241188-A (GB)
Title: Hand-held power-driven shaver
Inventor: RAWLINSON ANTHONY HENRY JOHN
IPC: B26B19/32
Filed: 1990-01-17
Abstract: A hand-hold power-driven shaver carries its own power source in the form of a "clock-work" (i.e. a spring-driven) mechanism.
Patent GB-2240543-A (GB)
Title: Medicine dispensing device
Inventor: HUANG MING-SHENG
IPC: B65G47/10
Filed: 1990-02-06
Abstract: A medicine dispensing device comprising a control unit 11 and a dispensing unit 3. The dispensing unit 3 comprises a storage shed on which a plurality of containers 31 are disposed. Each container stores a specific medicine. Each container is incorporated with a dispensing mechanism which, after being actuated, will dispense medicines, such as tablets, pills or capsules, out of the container. The control unit comprises a main panel 11 and a secondary panel 12. The main panel 11 functions as a remote control for pharmacists to dispense medicines stored in the containers by actuating the dispensing mechanism. The secondary panel is provided for double checking the selection of medicines. Medicines pass down tracks 34 and 35 to be received in dishes 41 on conveyor 4. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2234151-A (GB)
Title: Novel beverage forming composition ;vending machine with de-aerating means
Inventor: PIPER TERENCE CHARLES
IPC: A47J31/54
Filed: 1990-06-13
Abstract: A beverage forming composition comprising ground tea or coffee which is capable of flowing and metering via a powder dispense valve within a vending machine, whereby, the addition of de-aerated water at a temperature of from 60 DEG  to 90 DEG C to the composition produces a beverage within a container; the composition having a particle size selected such that the portion of ground components which float to the surface of the beverage is less than 1 % by weight of the total.
Patent GB-2244957-A (GB)
Title: Removing residual material from a cavity during the manufacture of a semiconductor device by utilising plasma scattering
Inventor: HAE SUNG PARK
IPC: H01L21/306
Filed: 1990-06-15
Abstract: A method for removing residual material which remains in a cavity after an anisotropic etching process in the manufacture of a partially completed multi-layer semiconductor device, where the cavity is in contact with at least one anisotropic etch-stop layer and is accessible by an etchable layer is disclosed. A plasma etching apparatus which includes a chamber is utilized. The etching layer is first etched by anisotropic etching in the chamber under predetermined conditions in the plasma etching apparatus until a top of the etch-stop layer is exposed. A plasma scattering etching process is then performed to remove the residual material in the cavity by changing the predetermined conditions of the anisotropic etching process to produce plasma scattering, thereby removing the residual material from the cavity.
Patent GB-2242391-A (GB)
Title: Divisible composite fibre
Inventor: KIM KEUM-KON
IPC: D01D5/30
Filed: 1990-08-06
Abstract: In a divisible composite fibre in which fibre-forming polyester and fibre-forming polyamide respectively are formed as first component and second component, the fibre in cross-section being such that the first component has a small circular portion A1 at the centre and branch portions A2 extending radially towards the external circumference of the composite fibre, and wedge-shaped segments B made of the second component are arranged between adjacent branches A2; the total area of segments B with respect to the whole area of the cross-section is 60 - 80%; the contact surfaces between branches A2 and segments B are curved;  the diameter of the small circular portion A1 is between 1/10 and 1/5 of the diameter of the composite fibre; and the maximum width of each branch A2 is between 4/3 and 2 times the width of the outermost portion of A2. The resulting fibre has a low separation rate and smooth touch, and can be used to make high-density fabrics and leather-like material of excellent quality. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2236506-A (GB)
Title: Double sided laminating machine
Inventor: SINGER KARL
IPC: B32B37/22
Filed: 1990-08-06
Abstract: A laminating system includes a pair of heated laminating rollers (14) for drawing laminating film (12) having a heat-activated adhesive thereon from supply rolls and preheat rollers (30) between the supply rolls and the laminating rollers. The preheat rollers heat the film to a temperature below the activating temperature of the adhesive whilst the laminating rollers heat the film to a temperature above the activating temperature. A sinusoidal path is provided between the supply rolls and the laminating rollers to maintain extended surface contact of more than 90 degrees of the film with both the preheat rollers and laminating rollers. The preheat rollers are heated internally by a recirculating fluid system or by an electrical mechanism, while the laminating rollers are heated by a fluid system or a separate electrical system. The system also includes pull rollers (18) for drawing the laminated articles from the laminating rollers and a blower system (20) for cooling the articles. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2235674-A (GB)
Title: Conveyor system
Inventor: KUEHN WERNER
IPC: B65G1/04
Filed: 1990-08-24
Abstract: A conveyor system has conveying tracks (6, 7) with supporting slide surfaces (10) thereon which extend in different directions at the same level. Load carriers (4) have flat bases for sliding on the surfaces (10) and driven members are provided to move the load carriers on the tracks (6, 7). The driven members normally have fingers for extending beneath the load carriers (4), and are attached to endless chains 13. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2252731-A (GB)
Title: Vibrating massage unit
Inventor: SLADE ALBERT
IPC: A61H23/02
Filed: 1990-09-18
Abstract: The unit comprises an electric motor 6 having an offset weight 5 fitted to its drive shaft for producing vibration, the motor being suspended by springs 8 from a board 9 which is itself supported by springs 3 mounted on cross bars 2. The cross bars fit into a wooden case 1 and the whole is covered by foam rubber sheet and leather. The unit may be mounted within a stool or a number of the units may be mounted within a couch. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2248250-A (GB)
Title: Fire proof plastic house building block
Inventor: MOORE AINSLEY
IPC: E04B2/08
Filed: 1990-09-22
Abstract: A building block 1,6 is formed from fireproof plastic and includes at least 5cm of insulation within its construction. When laid, the blocks are welded together using a solvent cement. The blocks may have anchorage points 2, adjustment screws 3, centralising holes 8 and dowels 5, connecting holes 4 for plastic bars (not shown), and wiring and pipework channels 7. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2236528-A (GB)
Title: Aroyl-ureas
Inventor: WARD TERENCE JAMES
IPC: A61K31/00
Filed: 1990-10-05
Abstract: (Endo)-N-[[(8-methyl-8-azabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-3-yl)amino]carbonyl]-2-( cyclop r opylmethoxy)benzamide and its pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts are useful as 5-HT3-antagonists, e.g. in the treatment of anxiety.
Patent GB-2238552-A (GB)
Title: A thread monitoring mechanism
Inventor: SIEGFRIED INGER
IPC: D01H13/10
Filed: 1990-10-17
Abstract: A thread monitoring mechanism for a thread processing location with a swivel lever (12) which is mounted on a swivel axis (11) and on which a thread guidance roller (6) overrun by the thread (8) that is to be monitored is mounted and which is elastically supported by at least one supporting member (18, 19) adjustable in accordance with a predetermined thread tension, in which respect the swivel lever (12) has a switching member (12.4) for interrupting the thread travel and/or for switching-off the thread processing location as soon as the actual thread tension deviates by a specific amount from a predetermined thread tension value, is characterised in that the supporting member or members (18, 19) is pneumatically supported. The arrangement enables the pneumatic supporting pressure to be adjusted centrally. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2246695-A (GB)
Title: Cutter and housing assembly for lawn mower
Inventor: MATSUMOTO NAOKI
IPC: A01D34/685
Filed: 1990-12-31
Abstract: A cutter and housing assembly for a lawn mower has a cutter (80) having a plurality of blades (37, 38, 39) disposed dispersely as viewed in plan, and a cutter housing (22) accommodating the cutter therein having at least an upper panel (22g) and a side grass clipping discharge outlet (23). The upper panel has an elevated panel portion (35a) which defines a grass clipping discharge passage (35). The elevated panel portion is spaced from lower ends of the blades by a distance ranging from 120 mm to 140 mm, and is higher than the upper panel by a distance ranging from 0 mm to 20 mm. Blade 39 may be rotated at higher speed than blades 37, 38. The width of passage 35 may increase in the downstream direction. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240577-A (GB)
Title: System for combating rising damp
Inventor: NEWELL TONY F
IPC: E04F19/04
Filed: 1991-02-01
Abstract: An arrangement for eliminating rising damp in walls includes known ceramic damp-migration plugs (20, 22) located in the walls. A skirting board (26) is positioned on an interior wall (10) and is so formed as to define a cavity between itself and the wall. The skirting board has a first array of holes (38) adjacent its topmost portion and a second array of holes (40) adjacent its lowermost portion. Warm air from the room passes through the first array of holes into the damp-migration plugs in order to assist in drying them and the warm air soon becomes laden with the moisture from within the tube after which it passes downwardly to the lowermost holes and back into the room area. <IMAGE>