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Patent GB-2372028-A (GB)
Title: Ring pull can opener
Inventor: MCCARTNEY ALAN W
IPC: B67B7/40
Filed: 2001-02-08
Abstract: An opener for ring pull cans having removable tops has a taper at one end for insertion into the ring of the ring pull to lever the ring upwards, a hook facing the other end of the opener for engagement with the ring after pulling it upwards and a pivot point facing the tapered end for engagement with the inside edge of the can so that the opener may be pivoted upwardly to remove the top of the can with the hook engaged with the ring.
Patent GB-2367400-A (GB)
Title: Two channel memory system having shared control and address bus and memory modules used therefor
Inventor: SO BYUNG-SE
IPC: G11C5/02
Filed: 2001-04-26
Abstract: A memory system, which can improve the operation speed of a data bus and is suitable for widening bandwidth by extending the width of the data bus, and memory modules used for the memory system are provided. In the memory system, data buses DB1, DB2, DB3, DB4 of a first channel and data buses DB5, DB6, DB7, DB8 of a second channel are extended from a memory controller 11 and are arranged on the left and right of a common control and address bus LAB, respectively. Memory modules 12a, 12b of a first group are loaded in the data buses of the first channel and memory modules 12c, 12d of a second group are loaded in the data buses of the second channel. Also, in the memory system, the memory modules share the common control and address bus CAB positioned in the center. Also, the memory modules are arranged so that some parts of the memory modules overlap each other and that the memory modules of the first group and the memory modules of the second group cross each other. Each of the memory modules includes a plurality of memory device (20a, 20b, 20c, 20d, Fig 2) mounted on the memory module, a signal input and output portion positioned on a side of the memory module, the signal input and output portion for connecting the memory module to a connector on a system board 10, a buffer or register (22) mounted on the memory module, and a control and address bus (MCAB) connected between the signal input and output portion and the buffer. The memory devices are sequentially connected to the output line of the buffer so that a signal that passed through the control and address bus is input to the respective memory devices at time intervals through the buffer.
Patent GB-2378733-A (GB)
Title: Blade tips for turbines
Inventor: RAZZELL ANTHONY GORDON
IPC: F01D5/28
Filed: 2001-08-16
Abstract: A blade 30 comprises a main aerofoil member 32, a root 33 and a blade tip 34 comprising a ceramic main body 42, which is mounted on the aerofoil member 32 by a corresponding dovetail retaining formation (44, Figs 3 and 4) and a screw fastening means 46 having a shank 54 and a conical head 52. A bore 56 extends through the shank 54 and head 52 of the screw 46 and communicates with a cooling conduit 62. The conical head 52 of the screw 46 is received by a conical aperture 58 to compensate for differential thermal expansion between the tip 34 and the aerofoil member 32. A thermal barrier coating 66 is provided on the head 52 and a metallic compliant load distribution member (64, Figs 3 and 4) is provided between the aerofoil member 32 and the dovetail retaining formation (44, Figs 3 and 4) of the blade tip 34.
Patent GB-2365438-A (GB)
Title: Polypropylene fiber and preparation thereof
Inventor: PARK PYUNG YUL
IPC: D01F6/06
Filed: 2000-11-07
Abstract: Disclosed is a polypropylene fiber, which is obtained from an isotactic polypropylene homopolymer with an isotactic index of 90 to 99 % through melt-spinning or through drawing after melt-spinning, and shows two differential scanning calorimeter (DSC) endothermic peaks between 155 and 170 {C. When being thermally bonded with one another, the fibers are made into non-woven fabrics which have excellent strength in addition to being soft. A high quality of the non-woven fabrics can be produced in high speed carding machines with high yields.
Patent GB-2380497-A (GB)
Title: Metal profile for a sound insulation partition wall
Inventor: EVANS JONATHAN
IPC: E04B2/74
Filed: 2001-09-25
Abstract: A metal profile for use as a support member in a partition wall comprises an elongate kinked section between its outer flanges. The kink increases the flexibility of the support member and thus reduces the noise transmission. The height of the kink (5, Fig 4) is at least 3mm and is at least twice the length of the base (4, Fig 4) of the kink. To increase flexibility further, apertures 6 may be provided along the kink and a number of kinks 8,9 may be provided. An internal or external wall is formed by fixing boards, such as plasterboards, to the support members.
Patent GB-2384629-A (GB)
Title: A handgrip for reinforcing an electrical cable
Inventor: HORN JOHN EDGAR
IPC: H01R13/58
Filed: 2002-01-26
Abstract: A handgrip for reinforcing the join 10 between an electrical cable 12 and plug 14 comprises a tubular member (20, Fig 2) of electrically insulating material divided longitudinally into at least two parts 20a, 20b for assembly around the plug 14 and cable 12 across the join. Formations 24, 26 on the internal surface of the tubular member grip the plug and the cable respectively on each side of the join.
Patent GB-2379123-A (GB)
Title: Electrodynamical loudspeaker
Inventor: ALESHIN EUGENIE SERGEYEVICH
IPC: H04R9/00
Filed: 2002-01-23
Abstract: The proposed operating mechanism of the loudspeaker is based upon the mutual attraction and repulsion of parallel conductors 2, 3 carrying parallel and anti-parallel currents. The presence of a magnetic field generated by the fixed conductors 3 is indicated. Conductor 2 is mounted upon a thin membrane 1 that acts as the loudspeaker diaphragm. The fixed and moving conductors 2, 3 are connected electrically in series. There appears to be no permanent magnet system.
Patent GB-2369680-A (GB)
Title: Downhole deposition monitoring system
Inventor: COUET BENOIT
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2000-10-26
Abstract: Described is a downhole apparatus for detecting and removing deposits from a surface exposed to wellbore fluids. The apparatus can monitor the rate of deposition and subsequently remove the deposited material. The combination of detection apparatus and removal apparatus provides a downhole instrument with self-cleaning operation mode.
Patent GB-2378224-A (GB)
Title: Fuel delivery system
Inventor: SUMMERFIELD LESLIE ROY
IPC: F23R3/34
Filed: 2002-05-02
Abstract: A fuel delivery system and method for a gas turbine engine combustor, the combustor having at least two similar fuel injectors 18, 20 in flow communication with a first fuel supply (E) via a first manifold 22, some but not all the of the injectors are in flow communication with a second fuel supply (F) via a second manifold 24. During normal operation fuel is supplied to all of the fuel injectors 18, 20 via the first manifold 22, however during predetermined engine operating conditions a second fuel supply is used to supply fuel to those injectors 20 in communication with the second manifold. Also disclosed is a method of delivering fuel to a combustor in which a biassed valve is operable by the difference in fuel pressure between a first and second fuel supply.
Patent GB-2376685-A (GB)
Title: Anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory amino acid derivatives
Inventor: COUPLAND KEITH
IPC: A61P29/00
Filed: 2002-05-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I): <EMI ID=1.1 HE=22 WI=123 LX=501 LY=789 TI=CF> <PC>wherein R is hydrogen (H) or C<SB>1-6</SB> alkyl; and<BR> X is defined such that - NH - (X)- COOH is the residue of an amino acid, which amino acid may itself optionally be substituted at any pendant amino group thereof by a residue of a carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof;<BR> or a salt thereof. The use of these compounds, in particular as potential anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory drugs, and their preparation are described.
Patent GB-2390018-A (GB)
Title: Sprinkler system
Inventor: CRANSWICK ERIC
IPC: A62C37/14
Filed: 2002-06-25
Abstract: A sprinkler system comprises a nozzle block 4 adapted to be mounted to a ceiling 30, the block having a water inlet 6 and a water outlet 8 connected by a passageway 16. A valve 22a located in the passageway controls the flow of water through the block, and is prevented from opening at normal temperatures by a thermosensor 12, the thermosensor and the outlet being on different sides of the block.
Patent GB-2380286-A (GB)
Title: Targeted questionnaire system for healthcare
Inventor: EDMUNDSON CATHERINE M
IPC: G06N5/00
Filed: 2002-07-01
Abstract: A method for using targeted questionnaires to improve the health of a covered population is disclosed. In operation, the system and method builds a set of targeted questions associated with a health risk assessment strategy, devises potential tailored feedback based at least in part upon the potential answers to the targeted questions, administers the targeted questions to a target population, and provides actual tailored feedback to the target population.
Patent GB-2378991-A (GB)
Title: A sealing arrangement for sealing a casing from a shaft
Inventor: KURTH JUERGEN
IPC: F16J15/3276
Filed: 2002-08-05
Abstract: A sealing arrangement 1 for sealing a casing 2 from a shaft 3, the sealing arrangement comprising a first annular support element 4 which communicates with the casing 2; a second annular support element 5 which communicates with the shaft 3 and a first seal 6 which is connected to one of the support elements 4, 5 and which frictionally contacts the other support element 4, 5. To improve the functionality of the sealing arrangement a second seal 7, which frictionally contacts the casing 2, and to which the other support element 4, 5 is connected, is arranged on the support element 4, 5 to which the first seal 6 is not connected.
Patent GB-2393663-A (GB)
Title: A steerable skateboard/scooter hybrid
Inventor: HUNTER PAUL DAVID
IPC: A63C17/01
Filed: 2002-09-04
Abstract: A board is attached, or is integral to, a frame (2) that allows wheels to be attached to the front and rear of the board. The forward wheel (1) is fixed 'in-line' with the board. The rear wheel's (7) axle is attached to a swing arm (6), which provides steering through its mounting (5) to the frame. The geometry of the swing arm makes the steering self-centring. This is achieved by inclining the swing arm toward the rear and tilting the pivot axis forward longitudinally. The rider steers by tilting the board off centre, as when snow boarding or skateboarding. The rear self-centring steering geometry allows a rider to steer the board by moving his/her centre of gravity, in relation to the terrain upon which the board is being ridden, creating the steering angle. A removable joystick (3), free to move only in the longitudinal plane, can also be provided, along with front and rear brakes and a pedal or power drive.
Patent GB-2379970-A (GB)
Title: Gas generator for multi-stage air bag
Inventor: NAKASHIMA YOSHIHIRO
IPC: B60R21/263
Filed: 2001-06-08
Abstract: A gas generator for multi-stage air bag formed in a simple structure so as to be manufactured easily, and eliminating the mutual affection of the combustion of gas generating means in a plurality of combustion chambers, wherein the plurality of combustion chambers for storing gassing agent are sectionally provided in a housing, and the plurality of combustion chambers are provided parallel with the axial direction of the tubular housing.
Patent GB-2399296-A (GB)
Title: Racket frame
Inventor: YU KUO-PIN
IPC: A63B49/10
Filed: 2003-03-13
Abstract: A racket frame includes an endless head 21 and a shaft 22, wherein two wooden strips 30 are fastened to the endless head on the inner and outer sides thereof. The frame is fabricated by placing the wooden strips 30 and a tubular member 44 wound with multiple layers of resin-immersed fibre cloth into a cavity of a die 40. Thereafter, a fluid is forced into the receiving chamber 46 of the tubular member 44 at a predetermined pressure to expand the tubular member 44 forcing the tubular member into contact with the wooden strips and die. The resin-immersed cloth joins with the wooden strips to form the racket frame. Also disclosed is a racket frame with a wooden strip attached to one side of the endless head, wherein the wooden strip tales about 5%-70% of the volume of the racket frame.
Patent GB-2399659-A (GB)
Title: Predictive modelling of flow conductivity in a heterogeneous medium
Inventor: TARDY PHILIPPE
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2003-03-20
Abstract: The invention concerns a method and a system for predicting the apparent flow conductivity of a heterogeneous medium. According to the invention, the following steps are implemented: - choosing a flow conductivity element type with a given set of characteristic parameters; - determining equations for said flow in said element type; - determining a network statistics for said given set of characteristic parameters; and - performing a stochastic homogenisation of said equations, for said network statistics. The invention applies more particularly to the predicting of the apparent viscosity of non-Newtonian fluids in a heterogeneous porous medium.
Patent GB-2390874-A (GB)
Title: Oil cooled compressor restricts cooling oil flow depending on outlet pressure
Inventor: NAKAMURA HAJIME
IPC: F04B39/12
Filed: 2003-06-02
Abstract: An oil cooled screw compressor 1 can maintain the temperature of discharge gas within acceptable limits by restricting oil flow depending on outlet pressure. The oil feed path 18 is branched 19, 20, and has a valve 22 in one of the branches. The valve 22 is opened or closed depending on the relation between the discharge pressure measured by a pressure gauge 21 and a predetermined value. An oil separator 14 is disposed in the outlet to separate the cooling oil from the working fluid, and the oil feed path 18 includes an oil cooler 17.
Patent GB-2392951-A (GB)
Title: Coated supporting members
Inventor: YAMANAKA TETSUJI
IPC: C23C30/00
Filed: 2003-07-07
Abstract: A supporting member has a base portion (40) with a coating metal layer (41) which is heated and immersed in polyamide-resin powders, so that a coating resin layer (50) is formed on part at least of the surface corresponding to a supporting portion (11). Since the coating resin layer (50) is made of polyamide resin, the base portion (40) can be heated to a high temperature. The coating metal layer (41) is made of aluminum or an aluminum alloy, and is formed on the surface of the base portion (40) for protecting the base portion (40). Therefore, even when the base portion (40) with the coating metal layer (41) is heated to a high temperature to receive the resin the aluminum alloy does not melt. Accordingly, the base portion (40) and a supported member (20) do not contact directly, and the corrosion and the abrasion of the supported member (20) are prevented, and the supporting member can be disposed in an engine compartment.
Patent GB-2397406-A (GB)
Title: Index structure of metadata, method for providing indices of metatdata, and metadata searching method and apparatus using the indices of metadata
Inventor: SHIN HYOSEOP
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-07-16
Abstract: An index structure of metadata provided for searching for information on contents and a method for providing in-dices of the metadata, and a method and an apparatus for searching for the metadata using the index structure of the metadata are provided, in which the index structure of the metadata includes values of multi-keys and identification information of the metadata corresponding to the value of the multi-key, wherein the multi-keys are structured by combination of predetermined fields of the metadata.
Patent GB-2406160-A (GB)
Title: Storage cabinet with heated/cooled region and programmable lock
Inventor: ROGERS NICHOLAS
IPC: G07F17/12
Filed: 2003-08-15
Abstract: A storage cabinet 11 enclosing a storage space 12 comprising a housing 13 having an access opening 14 closable by an access door 15 has a region 16 of the storage space in heat exchange relationship with a heating or cooling means whereby the region can be maintained at a temperature differing than that of the remainder of the storage space. A lock 18 for the door 15 has a first position wherein the door is maintained in a secure closed configuration preventing access to the space; and a second position wherein the access door is released to enable access to be had to the storage space. The lock 18 has a programmable keyboard 18A so that an input code can be set at one of a number of possible values at the discretion of a user of the cabinet. The heating or cooling means may be pipes 17 of a refrigerator R. A second access such as a sprung flap allows insertion but not removal of articles without operating the lock. The cabinet may be located outside a house for receiving delivered goods.
Patent GB-2406099-A (GB)
Title: Foam articles having an antimicrobial benefit
Inventor: BURT DIANE JOYCE
IPC: C11D1/62
Filed: 2003-09-18
Abstract: Foamed polyurethane articles, such as a sponges, sheets, tapes or ribbons, blocks or other molded, extruded or cast article which foamed polyurethane articles exhibit an antimicrobial benefit and are particularly useful in the formation of cleaning articles. Processes for the manufacture of such cleaning articles based on hydrophilic polyurethane foams exhibit an antimicrobial benefit and their use are also described. The absorbed composition includes quaternary ammonium surfactant, glycol ether, perfume, dye, and water.
Patent GB-2408525-A (GB)
Title: Method of underpinning
Inventor: KISS PAUL
IPC: E02D35/00
Filed: 2003-11-27
Abstract: A method of supporting brickwork 14 includes the steps of forming at least one composite pile 10 adjacent to the brickwork 14; creating at least one void 21 in the brickwork 14; and connecting a cantilevered support member 18 for the brickwork 14 to each composite pile 10, such that the support 18 extends into the one of the voids 21 in the brickwork 14. In use, the cantilevered supports 18 may be pre-deflected to prevent further movement.
Patent GB-2408569-A (GB)
Title: A domestic heating appliance controlled by a touch sensitive element
Inventor: BARSON STEVEN THOMAS
IPC: F24C7/00
Filed: 2003-11-28
Abstract: A domestic electric or gas heating appliance having a plurality of modes of operation, has a touch-sensitive control element 22 operative for changing between the modes. The element may be of the capacitance type formed by a conductive surround (14, fig 1); by sensing body warmth; or by contact to close a circuit. Discreet touches may be counted in a counter 23 to invoke particular modes. The modes may be simply on/off, or on/off combinations of a heater, fan, flame effect and lighting. A remote control having a releaseable fastening (121, fig 5) such as a plug or crocodile clip, and a contact plate (123, fig 5) may be provided. Circuits with Schmitt trigger NOT gates, a clock and D-type flip-flops (fig 3) or with triacs (fig 4) disclosed.
Patent GB-2398991-A (GB)
Title: An insert for a shoe, boot or sandal
Inventor: BANN KEVIN
IPC: A43B13/14
Filed: 2004-01-23
Abstract: An insert 2 for a sole 1 of a shoe, boot or sandal comprises two portions 3a, 3b. Each of the portions has projections 4a, 4b which interdigitate with the projections on the other portion, to provide a hinge which permits the insert 2 to flex roughly about a transverse axis, there being no direct connection between the two portions 3a, 3b apart from friction. This permits longitudinal movement of one portion 3a, 3b relative to the other. Suitable materials for the insert may be PVC, EVA and polyurethane.
Patent GB-2410878-A (GB)
Title: A fish trap
Inventor: JOHNSON KENNETH GORDON
IPC: A01K69/10
Filed: 2004-02-12
Abstract: A fish trap, or creel, constructed from a plurality of identical panels. These panels are fixed together by heat welding. Some panels may be modified to accommodate a bait tube, a door, an aperture or a trapping mechanism. The fish trap may be constructed by assembly in many differing configurations. The method of construction allows for easy handling on board the fishing boat. The traps may also be shipped part assembled and flat packed for final assembly by the user.
Patent GB-2395089-A (GB)
Title: System for text assisted telephony
Inventor: ENGELKE ROBERT M
IPC: H04M1/724
Filed: 2002-08-22
Abstract: An arrangement for providing captioned telephone service is provided which permits persons who are hard of hearing to receive captioning of their telephone communications as they need it. A personal interpreter/captioned telephone device (60) can dial a relay (42) on a second telephone line (64) while the assisted user if conversing with a hearing user over a first telephone line (34). The second telephone line connects to a relay which provides voice to text translation service and returns a text stream to the captioned telephone device.
Patent GB-2412247-A (GB)
Title: Contoured circuit boards
Inventor: LEWISON JOHN
IPC: B29C43/02
Filed: 2004-03-16
Abstract: A contoured circuit board 1 is manufactured via the steps of providing at least one substrate formed of thermo-plastic material, applying a thermoplastic conductive ink onto the at least one substrate to form conducting tracks 12, and then thermo-forming the at least one substrate into a contoured shape. A pair of such contoured circuit boards may then be overlaid, a first contoured circuit board having conducting elements formed on an upper surface and a second contoured circuit board having a complementary shape to, being overlaid on and spaced apart from the first contoured circuit board, said second contoured circuit board having conducting elements formed on a lower surface which faces said upper surface of the first contoured circuit board, whereby pressing of one of said first and second contoured circuit boards towards the other effects contact between the conducting elements formed on the two boards so as to effect an electrical connection therebetween. A multi-axis switch may be so formed.
Patent GB-2400744-A (GB)
Title: Latching relay
Inventor: WONG MARVIN GLENN
IPC: H01H57/00
Filed: 2004-03-30
Abstract: A high frequency electrical relay uses an actuator 122, such as a piezoelectric element, to insert into a cavity in a static switch contact structure 114. The cavity has sides and a pad on its end that are wettable by conducting liquid 132. The cavity is filled with the conducting liquid, which may be liquid metal. Insertion of the switch actuator 122 into the cavity causes the conducting liquid to be displaced outward and come in contact with contact pad 124 on the switch actuator 122. The volume of conducting liquid is chosen so that when the actuator returns to its rest position, the electrical contact is maintained by surface tension and by wetting of the contact pads on both the static switch contact structure and the actuator. When the switch actuator 122 retracts away from the static switch contact structure 114 the conducting liquid connection between the fixed 130 and moving 124 contact pads is broken. When the switch actuator returns to its rest position, the contact remains electrically open because there is not enough conducting liquid to bridge the gap without being disturbed. High frequency capability is provided by additional conductors 110 in the assembly, which act to make the switch a coaxial structure.