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Patent GB-2426932-A (GB)
Title: Tonsil douche
Inventor: ROOKSBY JOHN
IPC: A61C17/02
Filed: 2005-06-11
Abstract: A piston action fluid dispenser with a directional nozzle 4 for douching the pharynx and nasopharynx. Preferably the dispenser has scored or ribbed finger grips 2, 7 and may be made from metal, wood, rubber, plastic or any combination of these materials. The dispenser may be used to spray fluid into the throat and tonsil area to flush out food or debris to prevent halitosis or for remedial or hygienic purposes. The nozzle may be flexible to alter the direction of the fluid flow.
Patent GB-2432168-A (GB)
Title: Dry verge member
Inventor: READMAN SIMON
IPC: E04D1/34
Filed: 2005-08-04
Abstract: Figure 3 shows a dry verge member 10 for application to the verges of roofs. The member 10 comprises a main body 12 having an insertion portion 14 spaced rearwardly from the receiving portion 16 by a step 18. A pair of tunnel members 32, 34 on lower web portion 27 extend rearwardly from the lower edge 36 of the receiving portion 16. Each tunnel member 32,34 has an open lower face and defines an inner space for access by a fastener inserted through an aperture 46 in a generally planar U-shaped mounting member 46 provided at the free end of each tunnel member 32,34. The mounting member 46 is spaced from the main body by the tunnel member 32,34. In use, the fastener can be secured into a part of the roof such as a batten, slat, or barge board thereby securing the dry verge member to the roof.
Patent GB-2433174-A (GB)
Title: Exciter for a bending wave distributed mode loudspeaker
Inventor: AZIMA HENRY
IPC: H01L41/09
Filed: 2005-12-07
Abstract: A bending vibration transducer 10 comprises a primary piezoelectric element 16 and a secondary piezoelectric element 18 having at least one end aligned with an end of the primary element 16. The aligned ends of the primary and secondary elements are attached using connecting means (14). The transducer is coupled to a load 12, e.g. a loudspeaker, using coupling means (20) which are attached only to the primary piezoelectric element 16. The secondary element 18 may lie below the primary element 16, or to the side (see figs 6,7a).
Patent GB-2421043-A (GB)
Title: Continuous monobore liquid lining system
Inventor: KELLER STUART R
IPC: E21B33/13
Filed: 2004-05-27
Abstract: A process for drilling a well or a portion of a well capable of providing a generally constant interior wall diameter (monobore) and does not require installation of any liner or steel casing. The process comprises circulating settable material into the borehole wherein the settable material sets on at least a portion of the interior wall of the borehole to create a liner along the wall of the borehole and removing excess settable material out of the borehole.
Patent GB-2423979-A (GB)
Title: Push fit cable guide for use with a cable reel frame
Inventor: CURRIE WILLIAM THOMAS
IPC: B65H57/00
Filed: 2006-03-08
Abstract: A cable guide or the like comprises a bridge member 'A' having a leg at 'B', 'C' each end, the free ends 'D', 'E' of the legs being shaped such that in use the cable guide is attached to the frame 'F' of a cable reel by a push-fit action. When attached to the frame, the guide member enables the cable 'G' to be wound evenly on the cable reel and prevents the plug 'H' going through to the reel.
Patent GB-2430293-A (GB)
Title: Electronic sock sorting and mating system
Inventor: GRIFFITS JOHN PHILIP
IPC: D06F93/00
Filed: 2005-02-27
Abstract: An organizing apparatus for sorting and mating members (1) of a plurality of members, the mated members forming a matched set. A preferred application is to sort socks (1). The invention comprises indicia (14) and electronic devices (3) preferably attached to each member (1) of the matched sets; a means to read said indicia (11) that may be human,or an electrically operated device (11); and a means to associate said read information with areas on a sock storage devices. Said association preferably includes the use of electrically operable indicator means (eg LED) attached to said sock storage device. The sock storage preferably may be temporary storage for the purpose of sorting/mating socks and/or for storage of socks for subsequent use. Means for automatically tracking the contents of luggage is disclosed.
Patent GB-2443485-A (GB)
Title: Structural tie providing cold and damp barrier
Inventor: WIGLEY VICTOR JOSEPH
IPC: E04B1/41
Filed: 2006-11-02
Abstract: An insert between an external masonary wall and an internal abutting wall provides a structural junction that prevents a cold or damp bridge. The insert may comprise masonry bed reinforcement <B>2</B> connecting the walls and high compression strength insulation material <B>1</B> between the walls. The insulation material 1 may be formed with ribs to deflect moisture outwards.
Patent GB-2432914-A (GB)
Title: Fault Detection In Artificial Intelligence Based Air Data Systems
Inventor: SELVIG ANDREW JOHN
IPC: G01P13/02
Filed: 2006-11-20
Abstract: A method and apparatus for detecting a fault in a sensor for an air data system, for example a flush air data system (FADS), which uses artificial intelligence, for example a neural network, to generate air data parameters is disclosed. The method and apparatus generate air data parameters as a function of measured values such as static pressures. The system also generates a fault detection value based upon the received value. The fault detection value is then input into a second network having artificial intelligence, for example a neural network, to determine if a sensor has experienced a fault.
Patent GB-2434241-A (GB)
Title: Payment card system with main and temporary card accounts
Inventor: GARDNER RICHARD MERVYN
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2006-11-23
Abstract: In a payment card system for use in remote transactions, a cardholder 10 may create additional accounts subsidiary to a principal payment card 10A. Each such subsidiary account has its own unique payment card number compliant with existing standards and protocols and each is credited in advance by transfer from the principal account with a specified amount to meet modest or mini payments below a specified level or to meet the cost of purchases from specified merchants. The principal payment card is disabled from being used in remote transactions. A variable payment card account number is used for each transaction using the subsidiary account and the principal payment card numbers are not at any time at risk. Merchants may be certain of payment without possibility of repudiation of the transaction without needing to identify the cardholder, and thereby enabling remote anonymous transactions to take place.
Patent GB-2444322-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for applying a controlled force to an article
Inventor: JOYCE TREVOR MARCUS
IPC: B81C1/00
Filed: 2006-11-30
Abstract: Apparatus, such as an embossing apparatus, for applying a controlled amount of force to an article comprises a head (26) for engaging such an article to apply said force. The head (26) is moveable along substantially linear operating or return strokes, and is mounted on a rigid support (1,2) through flexure means, e.g two spaced circular plates (32, 40) with pressure equalization means between them. The flexure means constrains the head (26) so that latter moves only in the direction of said strokes with substantially no lateral movement. The head is operated by a piezoactuator (10) via a movement magnifying lever (18).
Patent GB-2445157-A (GB)
Title: A non-permanent wind turbine installation
Inventor: CHEPKWONY HAGGAI
IPC: E04H12/34
Filed: 2006-12-30
Abstract: A non-permanently erect wind turbine installation comprises a tower 3 which can be lengthened and shortened, a propeller having blades 1 which can be lengthened, shortened, or folded, a control system 35 which controls the installation, and control sensors 27, 28, 29 linked to the control system. The wind turbine is raised to operate when dark, and is stowed and concealed during the daytime, or during periods of stormy weather, the operation preferably being automatic. The mast 3 is preferably telescopic and pivoted at the base, and may be tilted into position using a pneumatic or hydraulic ram 7. The retracted wind turbine and tower is preferably concealed within a tunnel having a cover 43 (see figure 3). The wind turbine may be part of a multi-tower installation, and may store unused energy in a battery, or by pumping water to penstock reservoir of a hydro power plant for later use.
Patent GB-2445723-A (GB)
Title: Animal feeding station
Inventor: WINN DEBORAH
IPC: A01K5/00
Filed: 2007-01-16
Abstract: A domestic animal feeding station comprises a thick plastic mat or base with at least three substantially vertical sides. The walls serve to contain any spilled food or water. The fourth side may form a lipped front edge, preventing further spillage. The unit incorporates a matching feed and water bowl. The base is grooved to accommodate the bowls preventing them being moved around during use. The mat may be produced in various colours to match the individual decor.
Patent GB-2448184-A (GB)
Title: A motor protection device
Inventor: WYATT GARY DAVID
IPC: F04D29/10
Filed: 2007-04-05
Abstract: A motor assembly (1) comprises a housing (3) containing a motor (5) operative to drive a shaft (7) extending from the housing (3), the shaft (7) being mounted on bearing means (8) in the housing (3). A distal end of the shaft (7) is adapted to be submersed in use in a fluid to be circulated. The motor assembly (1) further comprises a motor protection device comprising barrier means (13) provided adjacent the bearing means (8), and evacuation means (15) arranged to define a cavity (16) between the bearing means and the evacuation means, the evacuation means being operative to create a pressure differential across the evacuation means such that the fluid to be circulated is evacuated from the cavity.
Patent GB-2450503-A (GB)
Title: Ice protection system with plural heating elements
Inventor: STOTHERS IAN MCGREGOR
IPC: B64D15/00
Filed: 2007-06-26
Abstract: A structure, such as an aircraft wing leading edge 500, is provided with an ice protection system in which underperformance or failure of an individual heating element C1 (example) in an array is compensated for by additional heating being directed to one or more surrounding heating elements B1 (example). Also disclosed are a related control system, control method, installation method and design method. Also disclosed is a control system providing heating in travelling wave effect across plural heating elements. Also disclosed is a structure ice protection system with a plurality of diagonally arranged heating elements (figs. 10,11). Also disclosed is a structure ice protection system with a matrix of heater elements divided both in line with, and perpendicular to an aerodynamic member. Additional safety redundancy, to that of the heating elements, may be provided by the provision of more than one heating controller.
Patent GB-2437875-A (GB)
Title: Skin care compositions
Inventor: HABER ANDREW C
IPC: A61Q17/04
Filed: 2006-01-05
Abstract: A skin care composition is provided which preferably comprises a mixture of N-acetylcysteine and L-carnosine in combination with a cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutically acceptable carrier therefor. The composition may optionally be provided as a sunscreen formulation, and provides a method for the prevention, amelioration or treatment of pathological conditions of the skin, including, but not limited to, intrinsic or chronological aging, or aging due to sun damage (photoaging), and which conditions are caused by, or exacerbated by, oxidative stress, carbonyl stress, or a combination of both.
Patent GB-2451824-A (GB)
Title: Antiviral composition comprising particles of a tungsten compound
Inventor: REIP PAUL WILLIAM
IPC: A61K33/24
Filed: 2007-08-11
Abstract: An antiviral composition comprising particles of a tungsten compound of general formula WnXy, wherein X is a non-metal, a metalloid or an anion and wherein n is equal to 1 or 2 and wherein y is equal to 0, 1, 2 or 3. X may be a non-metal selected from the group consisting of oxygen, nitrogen and carbon. The tungsten compound is thus preferably selected from the group consisting of WO, WO2, WO3, WC and W2C, and more preferably, is tungsten carbide. X may also be a metalloid which may be selected from the group consisting of silicon or tellurium, or an anion which may be selected from the group consisting of phosphate, carbonate and silicate. The particles are preferably of submicron size. Article surfaces coated or impregnated with antiviral compositions according to the invention are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2446034-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring the operation of a press assembly with vibration sensors
Inventor: EVANGELOS LIASI
IPC: B30B15/28
Filed: 2007-09-11
Abstract: A method for monitoring operation of a press assembly 80 with a removable die 84 includes establishing a baseline vibration level for a first location 104 on the press assembly, measuring vibrations at the first location 104 (e.g. at or near the die assembly 84) and also at further locations 120,122 (e.g. on motor 102 or slide drive system 90) during operation of the press, correlating the vibrations at the first location with vibrations at the further locations and establishing a relationship between the vibrations at the first 104 and further 120,122 locations. Once the relationship between the vibrations of the first sensor 104 and the further sensors 120,122 has been established the first sensor 104 can be removed leaving permanently mounted sensors 120,122. The vibrations measured the further locations 120,122 can then be compared to the baseline vibration level to determine if adjustments to the press operation need to be made to keep the vibration below a level which will lead to premature failure of a press component, or if certain press elements will need to be replaced prior to their expected life span.
Patent GB-2453376-A (GB)
Title: Shopping bag made of fabric
Inventor: HEATH GWENDOLINE MARGARET ALISON
IPC: A45C3/04
Filed: 2007-10-05
Abstract: A woven shopping bag 11 is made from a single sheet of fabric, preferably cotton or jute, folded end-to-end and sewn along the juxtaposed edges, preferably incorporating a strengthening edge binding 16. The bag has a bottom pleat 13 of between a quarter and a half its depth and handles 17 preferably provided out of the bag material.
Patent GB-2446911-A (GB)
Title: Sintered bodies comprising a hard phase
Inventor: YOSHIHIRO TATSUAKI
IPC: C22C1/05
Filed: 2007-12-10
Abstract: Making a wear resistant member by compacting a powder mixture containing a matrix forming powder and a hard phase forming powder, the matrix forming powder containing 90 mass % or more of particles having a maximum diameter of 46 microns, and the hard phase forming powder being 40 to 70 mass % with respect to the powder mixture; and sintering the compacted powder. A method of making a valve seat by mixing 40-70 mass % of a hard grains of maximum diameter 150 microns and comprising (by weight): 20-60 % molybdenum, 3-12 % chromium, 1-5 % silicon and the balance cobalt; 0.8-2.0 mass % graphite; and the balance matrix forming powder of maximum diameter 74 microns. The mixture is compacted and sintered. Also a sintered valve seat comprising 40-70 % by weight of hard particles comprising (by weight): 20-60 % molybdenum, 3-12 % chromium, 1-5 % silicon and the balance cobalt and a matrix which is not peralite, sorbite or bainite.
Patent GB-2450593-A (GB)
Title: RFI/EMI shielding of a multiplexer using a conductive paint, polymer or adhesive.
Inventor: JEON YONG M
IPC: G02B6/42
Filed: 2008-05-23
Abstract: An optical wavelength division subassembly 100 also known as an optical multiplexer or "mux" for use in receiving and transmitting telecommunications optical signals via optical fibre waveguides comprises an external coating to at least a portion, e.g. surfaces 112, 116, 118, 162 etc, of the device 100 comprising at least one of an electrically conductive paint, an electrically conductive polymer or an electrically conductive adhesive to provide an electromagnetic interference (EMI), e.g. radio frequency interference (RFI), electromagnetic pulse (EMP) or an electromagnetic discharge (ESD) shield. The method of applying the coating to achieve the required shielding is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2462811-A (GB)
Title: An autoinjector arranged to mix wet and dry medicament components
Inventor: CLEATHERO IAN CHARLES
IPC: A61M5/19
Filed: 2008-08-18
Abstract: An autoinjector comprises a first chamber40for containing a dry component of a medicament; a second chamber50for containing a wet component of a medicament; an axially-slidable stopper41intermediate said first and second chambers40, 50;an injection needle32in fluid communication with said first chamber40;and a transfer needle51initially disposed axially forward of said stopper41,the transfer needle51having a longitudinal axial bore there through, a closed forward or proximal end, an open rear or distal end and a radial aperture intermediate said proximal and distal ends and in fluid communication with said longitudinal axial bore; wherein said transfer needle51is capable of penetrating said stopper41to establish fluid communication between said first and second chambers40, 50via said bore and radial aperture to enable said wet component to mix with said dry component and wherein said injection needle32is capable of delivering the mixed dry and wet components of the medicament to an injection site. The injection needle32may be radially offset relative to the transfer needle or the needles may be formed from a single construction100.
Patent GB-2450827-A (GB)
Title: Stabilizer with cathodic protection
Inventor: BRITTON JIM
IPC: C23F13/06
Filed: 2008-10-14
Abstract: A cathodic protection system (14) for protecting an underwater structure includes a plurality of blocks (16) which are capable of conforming to various structures. Each of the blocks (16) include a flexible wire rope (22), the rope constructed and arranged to pass through the center of each block in two directions, and embedded therein to fasten the blocks to each other by rows and columns, a sacrificial anode embedded in at least one of the blocks, and electrically attached inside the block to the flexible wire rope (22) and a connecting system electrically attached to the wire rope and to the underwater structure. Each block has a non-abrasive pad attached to it. The pad provides spacing between the block and the underwater structure. The sacrificial anode is made of a composition taken from the group consisting of alloys of zinc, aluminum and magnesium.
Patent GB-2467555-A (GB)
Title: A harness for an animal parturition sensor
Inventor: MOTTRAM TOBY
IPC: A61B5/00
Filed: 2009-02-04
Abstract: A harness 100 for an animal comprises a flexible member 101 for fitting to and against a part of the animal. Electrodes 105(1),105(2),105(3) etc, located at predetermined locations on the flexible member 101 are provided. At least one guide means 109 is also provided for positioning the flexible member 101 relative to at least one anatomical part of the animal such that the electrodes 105(1),105(2),105(3) etc, are located at predetermined anatomical zones on and against the animal.
Patent GB-2457612-A (GB)
Title: Parapet rail support system with cleat
Inventor: COPELAND DARREN
IPC: E01D19/10
Filed: 2009-05-27
Abstract: A parapet rail support cleat 56 formed of a length of metal of uniform cross section that includes a front face 70a 70b provided with a recess 72 for receiving a clamp bar 54 and one or more holes for fasteners to secure the cleat to a rail and to an upright 52. A parapet rail support system is also claimed that comprises a cleat and a clamp bar fastened to the rail, wherein the cleat extends along the rail a first distance from the upright. Preferably the clamp bar extends along the rail a second distance from the upright, where the second distance is greater than the first. The cleat may be welded or bolted to the upright. Preferably all the stated components are formed of aluminium.
Patent GB-2459206-A (GB)
Title: Laminate and method of edge treatment therefor
Inventor: HASEGAWA TAKAHIRO
IPC: B29B13/02
Filed: 2007-12-07
Abstract: A process for producing laminate (19), comprising the first step of, while supporting, by means of support member (9), laminated material (1) so that peripheral area (1a) thereof is exposed, the laminated material (1) being one of thermoplastic resin composed of a pair of plate members (3,4) piled on each other via longitudinal wall part (2b), blowing hot air onto the peripheral area (1a) to thereby attain heating and softening of the peripheral area (1a); and the second step of pressing the cutting blade (17a) of trimming die (17) against the peripheral area (1a) after the heating and softening so as to press the one plate member (4) of the pair of plate members (3,4) against the other plate member (3) and performing not only mutual abuttal and fusion bonding of the pair of plate members (3,4) but also die cutting of laminate (19) from the laminated material (1).
Patent GB-2471481-A (GB)
Title: Data path establishment for client initiated source to sink data transfer
Inventor: SMRZ PETR
IPC: G06F13/14
Filed: 2009-06-30
Abstract: A data path module establishes a data path process for transferring data between data sources and data sinks; and a client initiates data transfer. This may be used in a computing device which must meet soft real-time deadlines, for example in Voice over IP (VoIP) or digital video (DVB) on a mobile phone which suffer from delay, jitter and latency. The data path process may be isolated from the clients and service modules and use asynchronous communications. The service modules may establish the data path process as a layer between the kernel and the middleware.
Patent GB-2471845-A (GB)
Title: Fan outlet guide vane arrangement in a turbofan gas turbine engine
Inventor: HUMPRHEYS NICHOLAS DAVID
IPC: F02C3/10
Filed: 2009-07-14
Abstract: A turbofan gas turbine engine 10 comprises a fan, a fan casing 28 and a fan outlet guide vane assembly 34. The fan comprises a fan rotor 24 carrying a plurality of circumferentially spaced radially outwardly extending fan blades 26. The fan casing 28 surrounds the fan and defines a fan duct 30. The fan outlet guide vane assembly 34 comprising a plurality of circumferentially spaced radially extending fan outlet guide vanes 36 and the fan outlet guide vanes 36 are secured to the fan casing 28. The ratio of the number of fan outlet guide vanes 36 to the number of fan blades 26 is equal to orgreater than 0.4 and equal to or less than 0.75. This reduces broadband noise and acoustic liners 40 may be provided on the fan outlet guide vanes 36 to reduce blade passing frequency noise.
Patent GB-2474228-A (GB)
Title: Microfluidic device for removing oil from oil separated aqueous sample droplets
Inventor: MELLO ANDREW JAMES DE
IPC: B01L3/00
Filed: 2009-09-23
Abstract: The device comprises a sample channel 11 with an oil outlet channel and an aqueous flow outlet channel. The dimension of the oil outlet channel opening is such as to prevent water from passing through it. The micro-fluidic device also includes an encapsulation device 1 for separating portions of a pre-separated aqueous analyte stream 4 passing along a conduit using oil 2. The oil separated droplets 12 being fed into the aforementioned device, with the aqueous material 14 being fed into a further separation device 21. The analyte 4 is preferably peptide (protein), nucleic acid (DNA, RNA), amino acid or cells. Preferred pre- and post-separation devices 21 include high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC), liquid chromatography (LC), isoelectric focussing, capillary electrophoresis (CE), capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), isotachoporesis or micellar electrokenetic chromatography, coupled with ultraviolet (UV), fluorescence, phosphorescence, staining, radioactivity, refractive index or vibrational infrared (IR) spectroscopy detector.