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Patent GB-2507157-A (GB)
Title: Device for hip support
Inventor: WALLACE WILLIAM ANGUS
IPC: A61F5/058
Filed: 2013-08-15
Abstract: A medical device 1 for supporting or immobilising a hip-joint of a patient, the device comprising: attachment means 4,5,6,7,8,9 for securing the device to a patient, a hinge assembly 2 comprising first and second sections 10,11 pivotally connected to each other, wherein the first section 10 comprises at least one projection 47 and the second section 11 comprises a plurality of recesses 48 operable to receive the at least one projection 47 of the first section 10, and locking means 39 located at the pivot, whereby the position of the first section 10 can be adjusted relative to the position of the second section 11 about the pivot and locked in a desired configuration.
Patent GB-2502027-A (GB)
Title: Reflow method for lead-free solder
Inventor: BLAIS PASCAL
IPC: B23K1/00
Filed: 2012-02-10
Abstract: A reflow method for a lead-free solder alloy includes the steps of heating the solder to a first temperature that is above a liquidus temperature of the solder; cooling the solder to a second temperature that is below a solidification temperature of the solder; reheating the solder to a third temperature that is above a solidus temperature of the solder and below the liquidus temperature of the solder such that the solder alloy is brought from a solid state to a liquid+solid state, in which a portion of the alloy phases are liquefied, with the primary solidification phase forming relatively ductile grains remaining solid; and cooling the solder to a fourth temperature that is below the solidification temperature of the solder, wherein rigidity caused by undercooling in the first cooling step in lead-free solder may be reduced or eliminated by said second heating.
Patent GB-2518425-A (GB)
Title: Messaging system
Inventor: FRENCH NICHOLS RICHARD BAKER
IPC: H04L12/715
Filed: 2013-09-20
Abstract: A messaging system routes messages from an origin to a destination via a number of communications nodes arranged in a hierarchical manner such that a message sent from a message originator is passed up the hierarchical structure from a communication node to a parent of that node until it reaches a communication node common to the message originator and the message recipient, whereupon the message is passed back down the hierarchical structure to the recipient. The message includes information defining a message type and a message origin identifier (fig. 4). Each communication node includes a memory storing message types with associated destination(s), and uses this information to determine the destination(s) for each message it receives. In an embodiment the system routes messages relating to a gaming environment and the message types may be bet placed, card dealt etc. By avoiding the need to route each message through a central hub, the system is able to distribute messaging over the network.
Patent GB-2518440-A (GB)
Title: Processing Method and cassette
Inventor: WEBBER PAUL
IPC: G01N1/36
Filed: 2013-09-23
Abstract: A method of avoiding deformation of a biological tissue sample during preparation for analysis comprises: (i) providing a histology processing cassette 1 comprising a box defining a compartment 4 for holding a biological tissue sample, the box having a bottom face comprising a sample support surface and being transmissible to radiation, an open top face, and two side walls, a back wall 3 and a front wall 2, the box having a length and width greater than a standard size histology processing cassette and a depth approximately the same as a standard size histology processing cassette; (ii) placing the sample in the cassette and treating the sample by contacting it with a processing solution; and (iii) contacting the sample with molten paraffin and cooling the sample in molten paraffin so the sample is embedded in solidified paraffin for further processing. The width of the cassette may be 50-55mm, the length may be 70-80mm, and the depth may be 6-8mm.
Patent GB-2506290-A (GB)
Title: Tubular assembly and method of deploying a downhole device using a tubular assembly
Inventor: GORRARA ANDREW
IPC: E21B23/02
Filed: 2012-06-08
Abstract: A tubular assemblyis disclosed for use in a wellbore of an oil, gas or water well, typically for landing a downhole device in the wellbore. The assembly has a sleeve adapted to receive the body of the downhole device. The sleeve is deployed into a conduit in the wellbore and expanded, so that the outer circumferential surface of the sleeve is radially expanded against the inner surface of the conduit. The sleeve has a bore with an inner circumferential surface comprising an inwardly facing formation adapted to engage with an outwardly facing formation on the body of the downhole device when the body of the downhole device is disposed in the bore of the sleeve. The sleeve is typically deployed in the wellbore at the desired location and is radially expanded by an expander device that is deployed within the bore of the sleeve. The expanded sleeve plastically deforms and retains its expanded configuration after the radial expansion force is removed from the sleeve. The sleeve provides a modular anchoring or landing point in the wellbore that can be retrospectively set in the conduit at different locations, and various downhole devices can then be deployed into the sleeves at predictable depths and a reliable connection can be made with the sleeve. The assembly can typically pass through a smaller diameter before being morphed to seal and anchor in a larger diameter.
Patent GB-2505832-A (GB)
Title: Communication apparatus
Inventor: OGATA KOSUKE
IPC: H04L12/26
Filed: 2011-11-22
Abstract: A measurement value packet that informs a measurement value having been measured and a time synchronization packet that is to be used for time synchronization are transmitted and received between a merging unit (MU) (100) and an integrated electronic device (IED) (200). A computation unit (102) of the MU (100) and a computation unit (202) of the IED (200) each perform a processing of the measurement value packet, while a communication unit (101) of the MU (100) and a communication unit (201) of the IED (200) each perform a processing of the time synchronization packet independently of the computation unit (102, 202).
Patent GB-2511199-A (GB)
Title: Roadside verge trimmer
Inventor: ROGERS JOSEPH
IPC: A01D34/84
Filed: 2013-12-24
Abstract: A verge trimmer for use on the roadside incorporates a frame 10, a cone shaped rotor 1, a disc 3 for cutting the edge of the verge and a ploughshare 2 to lift spoil to the cone shaped rotor which then lifts the spoil from the roadside and deposits it on an earth bank. The cone shaped rotor may be a fin type rotor. The frame can be fitted a three point linkage for mounting on a tractor. The trimmer may be driven by the tractor PTO or by the tractors oil supply to a hydraulic motor. The trimmer is used to trim sidewalks or roadside verges which are overgrown with grass, weeds and soil.
Patent GB-2524023-A (GB)
Title: Belt slip monitor
Inventor: PETRIDIS THEMI PHILEMON
IPC: F16H7/08
Filed: 2014-03-11
Abstract: A belt slip monitor 100 for a belt 102, preferably a drive belt, coupled to a motor-generator, preferably an integrated starter generator, comprises: a first movable portion 106; a second movable portion 108 movably coupled to the first movable portion 106 and the belt 102 such that operational states of the first and second movable portions 106, 108 are dependent upon the tension in the belt 102; first and second sensors (118a, 118b & 120a, 120b, figs 2 to 4b) configured to determine the operational state of the first and second movable portions 106, 108; wherein the belt slip monitor 100 is configured to determine whether the belt 102 is slipping based on the operational state of the first and second movable portions 106, 108. The sensors may be angular position sensors 118a, 120a and/or strain gauges 118b, 120b. The first and second movable portions 106, 108 may be rotatably and/or slidably coupled. The torque of the motor generator may be adjusted so that the belt does not slip.
Patent GB-2528227-A (GB)
Title: Cyclopropene amino acids and methods
Inventor: ELLIOTT THOMAS
IPC: C12N9/36
Filed: 2014-03-14
Abstract: The invention relates to a polypeptide comprising an amino acid having a cyclopropene group wherein said cyclopropene group is joined to the amino acid via a carbamateÂ group. Suitably the cyclopropene group is a 1,3-disubstituted cyclopropene such as a 1,3-dimethylcyclopropene. Suitably the cyclopropene group is present as a residue of a lysine amino acid. Preferably, the amino acid comprises NÎµ-[((2-methylcycloprop-2-en-1-yl)methoxy)carbonyl]-1-lysine. The invention also relates to a method of making the polypeptide by genetically incorporating an amino acid comprising a cyclopropene group joined to the amino acid via a carbamate group, into a polypeptide. The invention also relates to an amino acid comprising cyclopropene wherein said cyclopropene group is joined to the amino acid moiety via a carbamate group. The invention yet further relates to an antibody drug conjugate (ADC) comprising said polypeptide.
Patent GB-2517244-A (GB)
Title: Electricity generator apparatus and method of use thereof
Inventor: BENNETT-PARKER ANDREW
IPC: H02K53/00
Filed: 2014-05-08
Abstract: An apparatus for inducing an electric current comprises a rotor with permanent magnets which rolls around a track or template 102 comprising linear portions 106 between curved end portions 104. Electric windings (17, figure 3) surround the track so the electricity is generated as the rotor moves. The track is mounted on a main pivot 15a, and is rocked by an external source of energy so that the rotor is always rolling downhill. The rotor and track have engaging formations or teeth to prevent sliding of the rotor. There may be two different engaging formations, one (8, figure 1) for the linear portions of track and the other (6, figure 1) for the curved sections.
Patent GB-2524595-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus, system, and method for connecting devices
Inventor: BACON ROBERT ANTHONY
IPC: H04M3/56
Filed: 2014-05-19
Abstract: A method comprising: receiving availability information of a first user; transmitting the availability information of the first user to a device through a communication network; receiving, from the device, contact information of a second user having availability overlap with the first user such that the first and second users have identified each other as desired communication contacts; initiating, based at least on a portion of the received contact information, establishment of a connection between a device of the first user and a device of the second user; and wherein the transmitting of the availability information of the first user, the receiving of the contact information of the second user, and the initiating of the establishment of the connection are performed automatically subsequent to receiving availability information of the first user. It allows connections to be spontaneously established among user devices, and consequently their corresponding users, with minimal user effort, without the need for advanced scheduling, at all times of the day, for appropriate durations, and with conversation guidance.
Patent GB-2529604-A (GB)
Title: Synchronous reluctance machine
Inventor: POLLOCK CHARLES
IPC: H02K19/00
Filed: 2014-05-23
Abstract: There is described a synchronous reluctance machine having a plurality of poles and comprising a stator with a plurality of spaced slots and a rotor. The rotor has one direct axis 112 and one quadrature axis 114 for each pole and comprises a plurality of flux barriers 130.132, each extending to a circumference thereof at at least one barrier point. Successive angular separations between barrier points around the circumference of the rotor increase when moving around half a pole pitch from an initial axis to an adjacent finishing axis, the initial axis being one of a direct axis or a quadrature axis and the finishing axis being the other of a direct axis and a quadrature axis. The increase in size may be governed by a systematic progressive series.eg geometric or arithmetic. Note that in fig 5 example, the flux barrier 132 closest to each quadrature axis has been cut away completely but this does not change the geometric spacing formula which still defines where the barrier should intersect the rotor circumference. Permanent magnet assistance may be provided by magnets positioned within the barriers. Various equations and tables relating to the arrangement of barriers are disclosed.
Patent GB-2522941-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for wirelessly charging a rechargeable battery
Inventor: LENIVE VLAD
IPC: H02J17/00
Filed: 2014-07-09
Abstract: A apparatus 10 for wirelessly charging a rechargeable battery 18, the apparatus comprising: a charging resonator assembly 12 for converting energy from a magnetic field external to the apparatus into an electric current; and a charging circuit for charging the battery using the electric current, wherein the charging resonator assembly includes a plurality of microelectromechanical system (MEMS) switches 422, 424, 426 which, when open, divide the charging resonator into a plurality of electrically unconnected resonator portions, and which, when closed, connect the plurality of resonator portions to form a continuous resonator 40, 50, 60. A resonator matching circuit 14 is configured to tune the charging resonator assembly to the desired frequency wherein MEMS switches selectively connect a tuning component, the tuning component being selectable capacitors connected in parallel or in series. Also provided is an antenna 200 comprising a plurality of tracks 202, 204, 206, 208, 210, 212 electrically isolated from each other and a plurality of MEMS switches for selectively connecting tracks to form a single conductive element.
Patent GB-2529453-A (GB)
Title: Label imaging and cutting
Inventor: CRIDLAND JOHN
IPC: B65C9/00
Filed: 2014-08-20
Abstract: A label printing and cutting apparatus and method features providing a strip of label substrate with a colour change layer, inducing colour change by laser 1 illumination to form a printed pattern, and cutting of the label using the same laser 1 as used for the illumination, the spot size of the laser being varied for imaging and cutting. Significant embodiments take a portion of the main beam off using a beam deflector 8, and refocus, such as through a lens 10, to make a smaller spot size more suitable for cutting. Such an arrangement may allow for variable sized labels to be printed and cut by the apparatus.
Patent GB-2519635-A (GB)
Title: Device for use in delivery of opthalmic lenses
Inventor: WOODS STEPHEN PAUL
IPC: A61M5/315
Filed: 2014-08-20
Abstract: The delivery device 12 comprises a barrel 16 and a plunger 22 received within the barrel. A resilient element 35 mounted in a passageway 33 in a bush 28 at the forward end of the plunger provides a measured degree of frictional resistance to the plunger, to prevent it returning under its own weight to the retracted position. The resilient element may be a ring 35 which is annular in a relaxed condition but resiliently deforms into an oval (see figure 5) in use, and only contacts the inside of the barrel at the axial ends. The resilient element may alternatively be a C-shaped resilient element (262, see figure 13) which engages in a slot 231 extending around most of the periphery of the bush. A clutch mechanism is operable between the plunger and the barrel. In the engaged condition of the clutch, the plunger is advanced by rotation relative to the barrel. An axial load on the plunger disengages the clutch mechanism, allowing the plunger to be advanced axially whilst rotating the driven member.
Patent GB-2525690-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement for choosing transceiver nodes in a mobile telecommunications network
Inventor: BOUTON ERIC ALBERT
IPC: H04W76/02
Filed: 2014-10-01
Abstract: A mobile telecommunications network includes a mobile telecommunications device 1, a plurality of transceiver nodes 5, and control means 21 operable to choose at least one of the transceiver nodes for use by the mobile telecommunications device for uplink communications and to choose at least one of the transceiver nodes for use by the mobile telecommunications device for downlink communications. The control means is operable to choose the at least one of the transceiver nodes for use by the mobile telecommunications device for uplink communications based upon at least one criterion that is independent of received signal power/path loss, such as: the number of the transceiver node antennas; the antenna gain of the or each of the transceiver node antennas; the maximum uplink transmit power allowed by the transceiver node from the mobile telecommunications device; the load of the transceiver node; the backhaul capacity of the transceiver node; and/or the interference level in the uplink to the transceiver node from the mobile telecommunications device.
Patent GB-2527621-A (GB)
Title: A filling device for a pressurised heating circuit
Inventor: JEPP CHRISTOPHER
IPC: F24D19/10
Filed: 2014-12-08
Abstract: A filling device or loop for a heating system comprises a fluid passage 14b with an inlet port 14c for connecting to a fluid supply and an outlet port 14d for connecting to a heating system fluid circuit. A dead mans valve 14 between the inlet and outlet is biased to a normally closed position to shut off fluid flow between inlet and outlet and is operable manually to permit fluid flow from inlet to outlet. The device may include a pressure regulator (25, Fig. 3A). The valve may be a spool valve with a spring to bias the valve closed and a manual actuator or button 15 to open the valve. The device may include a piston valve with a spring to close a fluid passage between the piston valve seat and a poppet valve, or an offset rotary cam acting against the piston valve seat. The device may be left in place after being used to pressurize a boiler (1, Fig. 3A) from a mains water supply (3, Fig. 3A). A one-way check valve (22, Fig. 2B) may be provided to prevent backflow from the heating circuit to the supply.
Patent GB-2520440-A (GB)
Title: Fitness training device
Inventor: COLEMAN ROBERT DAVID
IPC: A63B21/072
Filed: 2014-01-24
Abstract: A fitness training device adapted to be carried by a group of users comprises an elongate member 6. The elongate member 6 is generally cylindrical in a mathematical sense and defines an axis. There are handles 22 coupled to the elongate member and extending generally along the entire length of the elongate member on opposite sides thereof. The elongate member has a sufficient length to enable a team of users comprising a plurality of users on each side of the elongate member simultaneously to grasp the handles to enable team exercises to be performed with the fitness training device by the said team of users. The device may be hollow to allow weights to be inserted into the device.
Patent GB-2523645-A (GB)
Title: Quantum dot chip on board
Inventor: NEEDHAM DALE
IPC: H01L33/52
Filed: 2015-01-23
Abstract: A light emitting device comprising: at least one light emitting diode (LED) in a chip on board configuration mounted on a printed circuit board (PCB); a cylindrical ring surrounding the LED having a first end and an opposing second end and attached at the first end to the PCB; an encapsulant within the cylindrical ring; a plurality of quantum dot nanoparticles within the cylindrical ring in optical communication with the LED; and a transparent cap attached to the second end of the cylindrical ring. The quantum dots modify the spectral output of the at least one LED exhibit and exhibit less of a performance decrease (due to increased temperature) when incorporated in a chip on board (COB) as compared to conventional LED packages. The cylindrical ring may be a ceramic ring, the ring acts to shield the quantum dots from the heat associated with connecting electrical leads to pads on the COB. The transparent cap may be a glass disk and may be sealed to the cylindrical ring.
Patent GB-2525064-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus to protect abdominal stoma and prevent ostomy pouch from leaking
Inventor: MAGEE BRENDAN
IPC: A61F5/449
Filed: 2015-02-03
Abstract: A means to secure an ostomy without the use of belt comprises a baseplate 1 having a hole therein [Fig 1; 2] and a shaped form 3 created as part of the base plate. Form 3 has a raised circular shape with a plurality of ribs or spines radiating outwards [Figures 3, 4; 3, 4]. The raised portion acts to keep the centre of the baseplate rigid while the remainder of the baseplate flexes. In use, an ostomy pouch 13 is located onto the abdomen of the user via an adhesive flange over the stoma [Fig 5; 7]. The base plate is then located above the flange. The base plate may rely on the elastic nature of the wearers garments to hold it in situ. A protective cover 9 is affixed to the baseplate and may use a hook and loop fastening means [Fig 7; 12]. The cover is curved to provide a gap or opening [Figures 6, 7; 10, 11] allowing matter from the stoma to have an uninterrupted passage to the bag 13 and to prevent faecal matter from collecting around the stoma which may result in leakage and to aid in protecting the stoma.
Patent GB-2535236-A (GB)
Title: Retrofit power switching and repeating module
Inventor: MATTHEW EDMUND STONE
IPC: G01V5/04
Filed: 2015-02-16
Abstract: A power switching module 1 and method of use thereof, comprising a plurality of input interfaces 3a, 3b, 3c & 3d a plurality of output interfaces 4a, 4b, 4c, & 4d, a plurality of switches 5a, 5b, 5c, & 5d connected between respective ones of the input interfaces and the output interfaces, and a controller 6 operable to selectively open and close the switches, wherein the power switching module is received in a marinised canister 2. The system may further comprise a dedicated communications line 11 and be connected to the controller.
Patent GB-2536896-A (GB)
Title: Repair of conductors
Inventor: HODI MIRAFSARI
IPC: B23K101/38
Filed: 2015-03-28
Abstract: A repaired conductor 501 which is suitable for use in line inductors is disclosed herein. A line inductor having such a conductor, a train having such a conductor, and a method of repairing a conductor is also described. The repaired conductor 501 includes an original portion 502 having a first plurality of grains 503, 504 and a repaired portion 505 having a second plurality of grains 506, 507. The second plurality of grains 506, 507 has an average grain size which is less than or equal to the average grain size of the first plurality of grains 503, 504. The original portion 502 and/or repaired portion 505 may comprise an aluminium alloy, where the repaired portion 505 is repaired by welding such as butt, filler or tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. The repaired portion 505 may be able to withstand a temperature of between 80 and 100 degrees Celsius. The welding gas flow rate may be between 10 and 12 litres per minute. Prior to repairing the conductor, the damaged surface is prepared, such as by cleaning the damaged surface using a grinding tool.
Patent GB-2525315-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring of cementitious material
Inventor: EMPTAGE LESLIE
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2015-04-13
Abstract: A method of monitoring cementitious material which is being introduced in a non-solid state into a space i.e. a borehole 10. The method provides a pH sensor element 14, 15 to provide a pH reading for the cementitious material when solid, and provides a reading to establish information related to cementitious material introduced into the borehole. The method may be employed to monitor the introduction of cementitious material, by means of a tubular stinger 13, into the space between a pile (11 figure 1) and a drilled borehole. Two pH senor elements may be secured to the stinger at spaced apart positions and employed for controlling movement of the stinger. A later embodiment relates to a monitoring apparatus for monitoring the cementatious material.