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Patent GB-2414126-A (GB)
Title: Wireless communication unit with improved image processing
Inventor: LONG GARETH SCOTT
IPC: H04N7/26
Filed: 2004-05-12
Abstract: A method for determining a compression ratio for compressing a digital data stream, whereby the data stream is sub-divided into blocks of data each of which is encoded. The method comprises the step of encoding a block of data 310 to a data file using a default compression-ratio 305. The method further comprises the steps of determining a level of compression needed to produce an image relating to a particular image size based on the step of encoding and encoding a block of data using the determined level of compression. In this manner, by determining a level of compression needed to produce an image of a particular image size, it is possible for an image quality to be manipulated to fit a given image size range, rather than a memory element dictating a range of image sizes to be used to store images.
Patent GB-2414971-A (GB)
Title: Wheel clamping assemblies
Inventor: BARTLETT SIMON CHARLES
IPC: B62K25/02
Filed: 2004-06-09
Abstract: An axle assembly 310, e.g. for a bicycle, has a longitudinal axis and first and second ends, and is configured for rotatably mounting a wheel and hub assembly 314 on an axle portion 313 of it, the axle portion being located between the first and second ends, the axle assembly being for affixing to first and second structural members e.g. forks 301, 302, at least one, preferably both, comprising a non-open sided orifice 306. The axle assembly 310 has a first fixing means comprising a quick release lever 311 operating an axially movable abutment sleeve 312 at the first end for releasably fixing the axle assembly to the first fork 301 and a second fixing means 309 at the second end for releasably fixing to the second fork 302. The axle assembly is characterized in that the fixing means 309 is a bayonet slot arrangement in the axle portion end which is engagable with a cross-pin 305 in the fork 302 or in a sleeve abutting the fork outer face.
Patent GB-2406143-A (GB)
Title: Turbine engine protection system
Inventor: GREENE LEONARD M
IPC: B64D31/06
Filed: 2004-09-06
Abstract: A helicopter 20 comprising a turbine engine 22 and a source of water or alcohol 24, 30, there being means 26 to inject the water/alcohol into the engine 22 on start-up. A safe temperature profile may be provided for the engine 22, the engine temperature may be measured during start-up, and a signal may be produced if this is outside the safe temperature profile. Water/ alcohol may be injected into the engine in response to the signal. The safe temperature profile may relate to the turbine outlet temperature. There may be an airborne water/alcohol tank 24 as well as an inlet 27 for a ground supply 30. Water/alcohol may be injected into the engine 22 on start-up whilst maintaining a full airborne tank 24, and also water/alcohol may be injected into the engine 22 in flight in response to any over-stress conditions.
Patent GB-2406175-A (GB)
Title: Detection of molecular interactions using field effect transistors (FETs)
Inventor: MIGLIORATO PIERO
IPC: G01N33/543
Filed: 2004-09-17
Abstract: A sensor for use in the detection of a molecular interaction comprises a field effect transistor (FET) having a core structure and an extended gate structure, the core structure and the extended gate structure being located on substantially separate regions of a substrate, the extended gate structure including an exposed metal sensor electrode on which probe molecules can be immobilized, wherein, in use, the sensor is operative to produce a change in an electrical characteristic of the FET in response to molecular interaction at the exposed surface of the metal sensor electrode. The sensor is particularly suitable for detecting biomolecular interactions such as the hybridization of DNA, when the sensor is prepared with suitable probe molecules immobilized on the exposed gate metal.
Patent GB-2407183-A (GB)
Title: Selective control of power supply to pull up circuits for bus signal lines
Inventor: PERCER BENJAMIN THOMAS
IPC: G06F1/32
Filed: 2004-09-22
Abstract: A power supply control enables or disables the supply of power to the pull up circuits 510 of a bus 402, such as a compact PCI bus. Each line 502 of the bus is connected to a separate pull up circuit, preferably a resistor. The circuits are isolated from each other, preferably using diodes 512. In a first mode, the power supply powers the pull up circuits. In a second mode, no power is provided. The mode may be changed in response to a signal 508 on the bus. The power supply may comprise a voltage regulator 514 with an enable input 524 connected to the signal. Alternatively, the power supply may be disabled using a switch that disconnects it from the pull up circuits. The device may be used with a bridge unit 504 that connects the bus to a second bus 404 in response to the enable signal.
Patent GB-2420459-A (GB)
Title: Modulated tuned L/C transmitter circuits
Inventor: POWELL GEORGE LEONARD
IPC: H03C1/62
Filed: 2004-11-17
Abstract: A transmitter circuit for generating a modulated oscillating output signal, comprises a tuned inductor-capacitor resonant circuit and switching means for changing the resonant circuit capacitance by switching a capacitance into and out of circuit, wherein the resulting change in resonant circuit output is used to provide modulation of the output with a data signal. The resonant cycling of a resonant oscillator circuit is interrupted to provide a modulation function, and this is achieved by switching the (or one of many) capacitors into and out of circuit.
Patent GB-2420277-A (GB)
Title: Hair iron
Inventor: OVEREND PAUL
IPC: A45D1/06
Filed: 2004-11-19
Abstract: A hair iron 1 comprising first 3 and second 5 jaws at least one of which carries a heating element 7,9, the jaws being movable such that in use they can be moved from an open configuration in which hair can be introduced between them to a closed configuration with the hair lying between them. The hair iron may be powered by a battery unit 19, may have a safety cut-off to prevent it overheating, may be adapted so that the jaws can be locked together when not in use and the at least one heating element may comprise a thick film element 27.
Patent GB-2420413-A (GB)
Title: Bend indicator
Inventor: STIMPSON ALAN
IPC: G01B3/56
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: A bend indicator for indicating conformity with a minimum curve radius of a bend in a flexible hose comprises a base plate (20) having a first concave side (21) whose radius of curvature corresponds to the desired minimum curve radius, and a second, opposed, convex side (22), spaced apart from the first side, first constraint means (23) upstanding from the base plate along the first side thereof defining a concave curved surface against which a curved hose may rest in use, and second constraint means (24) upstanding from the base plate at at least the central part of the second side to engage a curved hose on the outer side thereof, and fastening means (25-28) to retain a hose against the base plate between the first and second constraint means, in use.
Patent GB-2410808-A (GB)
Title: Binoculars with convergence value compensation
Inventor: NEMOTO SATORU
IPC: G02B27/64
Filed: 2005-02-09
Abstract: Binoculars (1) have a pair of observation optical systems (2L, 2R) each having an objective optical system (21L, 21R), an erecting optical system (22L, 22R) and an eyepiece optical system (23L, 23R). The binoculars include a focusing mechanism (5) that is used to move the objective optical systems for focusing, and a convergence value compensating mechanism (31L, 32L) that compensates for a convergence value by displacing the objective optical systems, in association with actuation of the focusing mechanism. In this structure, the distance between optical axes of the eyepiece optical systems is adjustable in line with a width between eyes of a user. A maximum value of the distance between the optical axes of the objective optical systems is smaller than a minimum value of the distance between the optical axes of the eyepiece optical systems.
Patent GB-2424743-A (GB)
Title: Passenger detection and control system
Inventor: JACKMAN THOMAS DAVID
IPC: G07B15/02
Filed: 2005-03-31
Abstract: A system for detecting rail passengers having a sensor in each seat reacting to the weight of a human body. A portable visual display unit is carried by the ticket inspector relaying information relating to seat occupation and indicating whether the travel fare has been paid for each occupied seat. Passenger information will be updated each time the train passes through a station.
Patent GB-2411321-A (GB)
Title: Method for acknowledging messages in a communication system
Inventor: EKL RANDY L
IPC: H04L1/16
Filed: 2003-10-22
Abstract: At a first device (102 or 104), a message is received and processed. If the message is processed during a first time period, the first device transmits an acknowledgement message during a second time period; otherwise the first device transmits the acknowledgment message during a third time period. The second time period and the third time period are exclusive of each other.
Patent GB-2425039-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for disposal of waste from a building
Inventor: NEEDS SIMON ANGUS WILLIAM
IPC: B65F1/00
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: A housing (1) to hold a wheeled refuse container or "wheelie bin" (8) comprises a casing (5, 6) which extends through a wall (2) of a building and is located mainly within the building, for example in a kitchen (7). The casing (5, 6) has a door (3) opening to an exterior (4) of the building, through which the wheelie-bin (8) may be installed in and removed from the casing (5, 6). A covered hatch (17) allows waste to be deposited into the wheelie-bin (8) from within the building. The casing (5, 6) may be incorporated into a range of kitchen units, a top (15) of the casing (5, 6) being incorporated into a conventional worktop (16). A ramp (27,28) is deployable outside the housing (1) to provide access to the door (3), Figures 5a and 5b. Each hatch may be provided with means to suspend a plastics band, Figure 3.
Patent GB-2425095-A (GB)
Title: Folding baby stroller frame
Inventor: HUTCHINSON JAMES MURRAY FORBES
IPC: B62B7/08
Filed: 2005-04-15
Abstract: The frame has pivoting supports (32) and telescopic handle units. Two rear legs (18) are connected respectively and pivotally to the front legs such that each of the rear legs rotates relative to respective front leg in a plane. Rear wheel links (20) are connected respectively to the rear wheels. Each of the links has lower end connected fixedly to a corresponding one of the rear wheels, and an upper end connected pivotally to respective one of the rear legs. Each of the supports has front and rear ends connected pivotally to respective one of the front and rear legs, respectively.
Patent GB-2410564-A (GB)
Title: Weight scale control system and pad
Inventor: CARLUCCI VITO JAMES
IPC: G01G19/44
Filed: 2003-12-02
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a control system that prompts users for their identity and then displays any one or more of: present weight, past weights, target weights and/or the differences therebetween, as well as a graphical representation of weight vs. time. Another feature of the present invention is the use of a viscoelastic foam pad on the surface of the scale for comfort and sanitary benefits.
Patent GB-2428005-A (GB)
Title: Shielding unit
Inventor: PICKETTS TONY
IPC: A47G5/00
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: A shielding unit 10 for protecting equipment 20, 22, 50, 54, such as a computer monitor or screen used for displaying information. The shielding unit 10 accommodates the equipment such that the equipment is tangibly accessible for operation by a first user to exchange information with a second user. The equipment 20, 22, 50, 54 is accessible but intangible to the second user. The shielding unit 10 shields the equipment 20, 22, 50, 54 but allows the first and second users to communicate directly with each other. The shielding unit 10 may have a frame 26 with transparent walls 12, 16, (14, fig.2) and one opaque side wall 18, preferably made of steel. One side wall 12 may be at an obtuse angle to the front wall (14, fig.2) and the second side wall 18 may be perpendicular to the front wall (14, fig.2). Attachment means (28, 38, fig.2) may be provided to attach the walls 12, (14, fig.2), 16 to the frame 26 and the shielding unit 10 to a surface 36, such as a desk or work bench. A secondary unit 30, such as a signature capture unit (32, fig.3) and pen(33, fig.3), may be provided for operation by the second user.
Patent GB-2413961-A (GB)
Title: Infant monitoring system
Inventor: REED COLIN
IPC: A61B5/00
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: An infant monitoring system includes a transmitter unit having a waterproof housing (6), with means for attaching the housing to the infant. An acoustic heart sound detector (11) is contained within the housing to convert heart sounds into electrical signals. A DSP unit (12) processes the output signals to distinguish the heart beats from background noise and generates a warning state if the monitored heart rate falls below a predetermined safe range. A battery-powered transmitter (14) generates radio signals which distinguish between a normal quiescent state and the warning state signalled by the processing unit (12), to activate an alarm in a remote receiver unit. A temperature sensor (41) may also be included to raise an alarm if the infants body temperature rises to a dangerous level.
Patent GB-2422444-A (GB)
Title: Modular valve arrangement with adjacent module monitoring
Inventor: VESTER JENS
IPC: F15B13/00
Filed: 2005-10-25
Abstract: A valve arrangement 1 having at least two valve modules 2,4,5, each having a valve element, the position of which can be changed by an actuator 13-13b and to which a position sensor 19-19b is allocated. A signal line arrangement 24 through which control signals can be transmitted is connected to the modules. In each module the actuator is provided with a controlling device 22-22b which is connected to its respective position sensor and evaluates control signals and monitors valve position for its respective valve module. In at least a first valve module the controlling device also evaluates the control signals for a second valve module and also receives signals from the position sensor of the second module such that the first module can determine the intended position of the second valve and monitor the position of the second valve. If there is a mismatch a safety valve may be operated.
Patent GB-2420177-A (GB)
Title: Attaching optical sensors to a fiber optic seismic array telemetry system
Inventor: MAAS STEVEN J
IPC: G01V1/22
Filed: 2003-06-24
Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are provided for interrogating of optical seismic sensors in a seismic cable (1). According to various example embodiments of the invention, distribution, return, and amplification of optical signals is performed near sensors for improvement of modularity of construction, signal-to-nose ratios, and simplicity of operations. Seismic sensors are attached to the cable by removing the jacket, extracting a fibre tube and attaching the sensor thereto.
Patent GB-2422171-A (GB)
Title: Capping system for glazing panels
Inventor: ALLPORT PHILLIP BRIAN
IPC: E04D3/08
Filed: 2005-12-02
Abstract: A capping member 10 for a fixing arrangement for glazing panels 1 comprises a pair of elongate flanges 14 extending outwardly and downwardly from a central section 12. The underside of the flanges has an elongate recess 16 adapted to receive an anchoring means of a sealing gasket 22. The capping member 10 comprises an overhang 18 extending outwardly from the recess 16, the overhang 18 being adapted to overlie, in use, an outermost lip of a sealing gasket located in the recess. The capping member 10 protects the sealing gasket from UV light and improves the aesthetic appearance of the fixing arrangement.
Patent GB-2434321-A (GB)
Title: Extendable golf bag
Inventor: SMITH JOSEPH
IPC: A63B55/00
Filed: 2006-01-18
Abstract: A golf bag 10 comprises a housing with an opening to allow access to an interior thereof, wherein an upper part 22 of the housing is moveable between contracted (Figure 5) and extended positions so that the length of the bag 10 may be varied. The housing part 22 may be held in the extended or retracted position by a deformable member 60 gripping a hollow shaft 52 and being operable by a toggle-action lever 28. Also disclosed is a club head support for the golf bag (see figure 6).
Patent GB-2423739-A (GB)
Title: Moulding wear-protecting sleeve on a tubular article using a sealed mould
Inventor: SHEPHERD BAIRD SIM
IPC: B29C33/62
Filed: 2006-03-03
Abstract: There are disclosed a method of moulding and a mould 14, for the application of a sleeve 10 upon a tubular member 12 (e.g. a pipe string in oil/gas exploration), and a sub (sleeve 10 on member 12) made therefrom.. The mould 14 is located around member 12 and includes at least first and second portions 16, 18, which mate with a seal 21 therebetween, and ends 26, 28, which mate with outer surface 30 of member 12, using circumferential seals 22, 24. The mould forms a sealed inner volume 32, from which air is evacuated and into which composite material (resin and catalyst) is injected through ports 46, 48, 50. The composite material cures to form the sleeve 10. Heat may be applied to enhance the properties of the sleeve. Member 12 may be subjected to shot blasting or other roughing treatment for improved adhesion of the composite material. Prior to locating the mould around member 12, a stand-off material (e.g. wax) may be coated on member 12 and removed, once the composite material has cured, to create a clearance between the sleeve 10 and the member 12, for relative rotation of the sleeve. Embodiments of wear protectors are illustrated for sleeves with and without wear pads.
Patent GB-2427122-A (GB)
Title: Auxiliary pot carrier for a gas cooker hob
Inventor: KNOELLER THOMAS
IPC: F24C15/10
Filed: 2006-06-13
Abstract: An auxiliary pot carrier 26 for support surface enlargement of a main pot carrier 18, which covers cooking positions 14 of a gas cooker with four such cooking positions, is adapted at its outer contour (38) to an outer side of the main pot carrier 18 and can be associated with a maximum of two of the cooking positions 14 of the hob 10.
Patent GB-2438250-A (GB)
Title: Memory card with two interfaces
Inventor: CHEN CHAO-CHANG
IPC: H01R31/06
Filed: 2006-06-30
Abstract: A composite interface memory card 10 includes a first end 11 and a second end 12. The first end of the memory card includes a USB interface 15 with a plurality of contacts 13 for coupling with a USB socket. The second end of the memory card includes a read/write interface 16 with a plurality of contacts 14. The first end 11 of the memory card has a thickness greater than that of the second end 12 of the memory card. The second end 12 of the memory card has a width larger than two thirds (2/3) of a width of the first 11 end of the memory card and smaller than one and two thirds (5/3) times the width of the first end 11 of the memory card. The composite memory 10 card can be inserted into an adaptor 20 so as to be converted into another memory card of another type such as secure digital memory card. The adapter converts the contacts on the second end 12 into a format, e.g. contact spacing, compatible with other memory cards. Ideally the first end and the second end are the same width. Due the smaller width of the second end 12 compared to prior art the present dual interface memory card 10 does not obstruct neighbouring ports on a host device.
Patent GB-2428838-A (GB)
Title: Synchronization of test data flows
Inventor: BINGHAM DAVID E
IPC: G06F11/34
Filed: 2006-07-07
Abstract: A method, system and test agent for synchronizing the execution of tests between or among multi-sided test components in a wireless environment comprises simultaneously initiating multiple test flows within active test probes 50, 70. Execution of a test flow is then paused and a request for permission to resume execution is sent to a sync servlet 30 in an active test controller 60. The sync servlet 30 does not authorise the request until an appropriate synchronization signal 71 is received from an unpaused flow. After a desired test component in the unpaused flow has been executed, the synchronization signal can then be sent to the waiting test flow which can then resume execution. This system could be used to automate the testing of a WIFI connection. A web page could be navigated to which requires login or billing information to be authenticated (the first flow). The required information is then sent to a mobile phone (the second flow). In the meantime, the first test flow is paused whilst awaiting the authentication information that has been sent to the phone. Once received, the authentication information may then be used to allow access to the network. This system allows a quality of service to be tested in an automated way.
Patent GB-2440739-A (GB)
Title: Screening device
Inventor: RICHARDSON MICHAEL D
IPC: E04H1/12
Filed: 2004-08-11
Abstract: A screening tube (1) having a stored state and a deployed state. The tube (1) is self supporting when in the deployed state and is collapsible from the deployed state to the stored state. The tube (1) comprises a flexible tubular sheet (15) that defines a screened space within the bore of the tube (1). The tube (1) may comprise walls. The screening tube (1) may be provided with a coil (13) to support the walls (15) of the tube when the tube (1) is in the deployed state.
Patent GB-2446199-A (GB)
Title: Secure, decentralised and anonymous peer-to-peer network
Inventor: IRVINE DAVID
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2006-12-01
Abstract: This invention is a network that is defined by its novel approach to privacy, security and freedom for its users. Privacy by allowing access anonymously, security by encrypting and obfuscating resources and freedom by allowing users to anonymously and irrefutably be seen as genuine individuals on the network and to communicate with other users with total security and to securely access resources that are both their own and those that are shared by others with them. Further, this invention comprises a system of self healing data, secure messaging and a voting system to allow users to dictate the direction of development of the network, whereby adoption or denial of proposed add-ons to the network will be decided. System incompatibilities and security breaches on networks and the Internet are addressed by this invention where disparity and tangents of development have had an undue influence. The functional mechanisms that this invention provides will restore open communications and worry-free access in a manner that is very difficult to infect with viruses or cripple through denial of service attacks and spam messaging, plus, it will provide a foundation where vendor lock-in need not be an issue. Possible features include a distributed or peer-to-peer system which provides: secure communications; data storage and shared resources; anonymous backing-up and restoration of data; sharing of private files and secure data in a decentralized manner; anonymous authentication of users; transaction approval based on digital currency; and CPU sharing via anonymous voting.
Patent GB-2429439-A (GB)
Title: Cab for construction machine
Inventor: MORI TADASHI
IPC: B62D25/08
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: A cab for a construction machine, having a function capable of securing a protective space in which an operator is not harmed even if the cab is deformed by lateral external force. A lateral member forming a frame of the cab and provided above an operation seat has a deformation induction section at a position excluding the section to which the central part of the operation seat is projected. When the cab is deformed by external force, it does not deform greatly to the operator side.