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Patent GB-2423827-A (GB)
Title: Lightweight swimming goggles
Inventor: CHIANG HERMAN
IPC: A63B33/00
Filed: 2005-03-30
Abstract: A pair of swimming goggles 1 includes two reticulate clipping frames 2 which are connected through a bridge 3 and have an assembling opening 23 respectively, two glass frames 4 which are assembled in the clipping frames 2 respectively and are made of soft material for receiving an eyeglass 5 respectively, and two fasteners 6 for closing the assembling opening 23 of the clipping frame 2 and providing connection with a strip (not shown). Two snapping rings 20, 21 are formed at the clipping frame 2 for engaging the front and rear side edges of the glass frame 4. A plurality of ribs 22 is connected between the snapping rings 20, 21. A plurality of positioning grooves 43 is defined at the outer surface of the glass frame 4 corresponding to the ribs 22 of the clipping frame 2. Two clipping grooves 44 are respectively defined in the side edges of the glass frame 4 corresponding to the snapping rings 20, 21. Therefore, the weight of the pair of swimming goggles 1 is reduced thereby providing light and comfortable wearing.
Patent GB-2424636-A (GB)
Title: A powered lifting and carrying attachment mounted at the rear of a car
Inventor: LONGDEN MARK WILLIAM
IPC: B60P1/44
Filed: 2005-03-31
Abstract: An attachment for the rear of a car, suitable for lifting and carrying a mobility scooter, has a screw driven by an electric motor for raising and lowering a framework on which the scooter can be supported. The attachment may be mounted on a tow hitch connection. There may be provision for the recharging of the batteries of a scooter.
Patent GB-2423328-A (GB)
Title: Window blind system
Inventor: ALLSOPP REGINALD CHARLES
IPC: E06B9/266
Filed: 2005-04-09
Abstract: A window blind frame <B>30</B> is releasably secured to a window casing <B>20</B> using a clip <B>25</B>. Preferably the clip <B>25</B> comprises a flange <B>60</B> and a support <B>65</B> extending from the flange and having a frame engaging member <B>80</B>. Preferably the flange <B>60</B> is for releasable insertion between a window casing <B>20</B> and a glass pane mounted therein, more preferably between a glazing bead <B>70</B> and the glass pane. The window blind frame <B>30</B> preferably comprises angle joints connecting extruded portions <B>40</B> to form a rigid structure. Preferably the angle joints are inserted into channels in the extruded portions <B>40</B>, the angle joints may be concealed by covers <B>50</B>.
Patent GB-2414208-A (GB)
Title: Production method of warm or hot formed product
Inventor: ASAI TATSUYA
IPC: B21D22/20
Filed: 2005-05-20
Abstract: Disclosed is a method wherein when a steel sheet is subjected to warm or hot forming to produce a formed product by drawing with a punch and a die, the steel sheet is heated to greater than or equal to Ac1 cooled to a forming start temperature controlled in accordance with the heating temperature of the steel sheet and greater than Ms and then press formed. By this method, when a steel sheet is subjected to warm or hot forming, good formability is obtained without the occurrence of fracture, cracking or the like during forming and also a formed product having good ductility is obtained.
Patent GB-2426506-A (GB)
Title: Device for preventing oxidation of wine
Inventor: TAYLOR JOHN HALLIDAY
IPC: B65D23/02
Filed: 2005-05-23
Abstract: A wine storage system for preventing oxidation that includes a glass/plastic bottle <B>1</B>, of standard dimensions, incorporating an inner plastic bag <B>9</B>, sealed to the inside of its neck <B>7</B>, which collapses onto itself as the contents are used. A one way valve <B>12</B> placed in the neck of the bottle prevents air from entering the bag while pouring, creating a vacuum inside the bag. A small passage in the sleeve <B>3</B> or a hole in the bottom of the bottle equalises the air pressure between the bottle walls and the bag while pouring, so squeezing the plastic bag flat. The above actions result in a lower pressure being formed inside of the bag so allowing its walls to collapse around the fluid so reducing contact between the inner liquid and outer air. This results in a reduction in the oxidation of the liquid inside of the bag. The bottle may be sealed and resealed using a screw cap, traditional cork or a plastic bung.
Patent GB-2426697-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum cleaner suction head with hitting means
Inventor: SONG YONG-GON
IPC: A47L9/04
Filed: 2005-06-03
Abstract: A suction head for a vacuum cleaner is provided with reciprocating means 40 for striking a surface to be cleaned, where the surface is for example bedclothes, the hitting means 40 preventing the fabric from being sucked fully into the head, thus blocking it. The head comprises upper and lower casings 21,22. The lower casing has the usual suction entry, but is also provided with a plurality of sliding holes 124 within which the hitting members 40 can slide up and down. A turbine 31 is mounted in the head and has a camshaft 130 extending laterally from both sides and provided with a series of cams 131. These drive the hitting members up and down. The turbine is driven by a flow of air admitted through an opening 122. In order to cease operation of the hitting members 40 when cleaning a hard floor for example, a slidable shutter 125 is provided to shut off the airflow over the turbine. The cams ca be arranged to thrust the hitting members all simultaneously or in sequence, and if desired, more than once per revolution. A standard hose connection 430 is at the rear of lower casing 22.
Patent GB-2415788-A (GB)
Title: Measuring exercise using EMG measurements
Inventor: MARTIKKA MIKKO
IPC: A61B5/22
Filed: 2005-07-01
Abstract: Exercise level or fatigue is determined by measuring electromyographic (EMG) signals produced by active muscles, measuring other parameters related to exercise and calculating at least one index indicative of exercise from the measured values (e.g. economy index, fatigue index). The other parameters may include electrocardiography (ECG) measurements, body movements (measured by inertia sensors such as accelerometers), and external conditions such as weather, altitude and terrain. The index allows exercise at different times or in different circumstances to be compared. Parameter sensors may be incorporated into an item of clothing (e.g. shorts). Feedback on exercise performance is provided to the user via a display.
Patent GB-2417420-A (GB)
Title: Citrate-based dialysate formulations
Inventor: SHAH DILIP H
IPC: A61K45/06
Filed: 2005-08-19
Abstract: Dialysate formulations that are suitable for use in preparing dialysate solutions for use in batch and/or proportioning systems and for improving dialysis efficiency by reducing or preventing clotting of the dialysis flow paths comprise an acid concentrate stored in a first vessel, and a citrate-containing bicarbonate concentrate stored in a second vessel. The contents of the first and second vessels are emptied into a dialysate preparation tank and mixed with water to form a batch quantity of dialysate solution. Alternately, a dry acid and/or a dry citrate-containing base concentrate are dissolved separately in measured quantities of water to form liquid concentrates which are then used in conjunction with a proportioning machine to generate on-line a final dialysis solution stream.
Patent GB-2418771-A (GB)
Title: Array-based optical head
Inventor: HANKS DARWIN MITCHEL
IPC: G11B7/135
Filed: 2005-09-13
Abstract: An array-based optical head 200 is configured for read and/or write operations to optical media (100, 234). In one implementation, a polarizing beam splitter 206 is configured to direct laser light to optical media (100). A photo-detector array 212 is configured to receive 504 light modulated by reflection off a checkered pattern (102) on the optical media (100) and to create an output signal corresponding to the modulated light. Reflected light 222 exiting the polarising beam splitter passes through a quarter-wave plate 224 then reflects off the micro-mirrors of the digital light processor array 208 which is configured to reflect light during a read operation and to modulate the light during a write operation. Reading and writing using data patterns provides greater read and write speeds. The laser can be pulsed when locations on the media where data patterns are to be written becomes aligned with the head.
Patent GB-2430464-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement for supporting an item on a linear member
Inventor: TOWLER KELVIN PAUL
IPC: F16G11/00
Filed: 2005-09-23
Abstract: An arrangement comprises a plurality of sections 1 that can be assembled onto a linear member 11 (for example a boat stay) so as to at least partially enclose the member. Interlocking fixing means 8, 9 snap engage to secure adjacent sections together in an overlapping condition about the linear member. The arrangement can be moved along the linear member by the addition of new sections until a terminating section is applied. Overlapping means 7 provide through apertures for the attachment of other members (such a boat lines). A tab 10 can be used to disengage the fixing means 8, 9.
Patent GB-2418744-A (GB)
Title: An internal combustion engine having a system for internal and external exhaust gas recirculation control for use in an auto ignition mode.
Inventor: BLAXILL HUGH
IPC: F02D21/08
Filed: 2005-09-29
Abstract: An internal combustion engine 10 comprising an engine management unit 11, a combustion chamber 12 having an inlet port 16 and an outlet port 17, a valve train mechanism 19, to permit introduction of air to the inlet port 16 of the combustion chamber 12 and release exhaust gases from the outlet port 17 of the combustion chamber, and an external exhaust gas recirculating (EGR) system 23. Whereby exhaust gases from the outlet port 17 may be passed to the inlet port 16, wherein the engine management unit 11 is operable to control the valve train mechanism 23 to retain and/or rebreath exhaust gases within the combustion chamber 12 (internal exhaust gas recirculation), to cause the engine to operate in a controlled auto ignition combustion mode. Said system controls the external recycling system to supply exhaust gases to the inlet port 16 in the controlled auto ignition combustion mode. Sensors may be provided to detect one or more engine parameters (air mass flow, exhaust composition 34, crank shaft position 35, cam shaft position, exhaust gas temperature 33, intake pressure 31, and intake temperature). The quantity of exhaust gasses re-breathed and/or recirculated may be based on one of these parameters. Further control may be provided by controlling the fuel supply and the throttle 15. The engine may also comprise a spark plug 26 to facilitate a mode of spark ignition combustion.
Patent GB-2421033-A (GB)
Title: Coiler plate for sliver-coiling devices, especially of draw frames and carding machines
Inventor: KRANEFELD ANDREAS
IPC: B65H54/80
Filed: 2005-11-28
Abstract: A coiler plate for sliver-coiling devices, especially of draw frames and carding machines, comprising a sliver-channel (20) having an inlet (20a) and an outlet 20b for sliver, a rotary plate (21), a cover (22) with a through opening on the underside of the rotary plate (21) and a connection piece (23) also having a through opening formed with the cover (22).
Patent GB-2436642-A (GB)
Title: Transformer arrangement using photon interaction between windings
Inventor: STREVENS CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H01F41/00
Filed: 2006-02-22
Abstract: A quantum mechanics approach to transformer design is indicated. The electrostatic and photon interactions between windings provide the principles on which a transformer can be designed. A transformer arrangement is disclosed where the space between windings is filled with high permeability material. The high permeability material may be a mixture of resin and iron particles or a low loss ferrite. A cheaper, lighter, low power loss transformer not using a heavy iron laminated magnetic core may be developed.
Patent GB-2421344-A (GB)
Title: Passive stereo sensing for 3d facial shape biometrics
Inventor: WAUPOTITSCH ROMAN
IPC: G06K9/00
Filed: 2004-08-26
Abstract: A face recognition device which operates in sunlit conditions such as in sunlight, or in indirect sunlight. The device operates without projection of light or other illumination to the face. Stereo information indicative of the face shape is obtained, and used to construct a 3D model. That model is compared to other models of known faces, and used to verify identity based on the comparison.
Patent GB-2436112-A (GB)
Title: Interlocking formwork block for wall
Inventor: AZAR TONY JOSEPH
IPC: E04B2/16
Filed: 2006-03-15
Abstract: An interlocking block has front and back panels and at least one connecting co-extensive web, the block having a shallow ridge on it's upper surface flanked by longitudinally extending outer surfaces and a correspondingly shaped lower surface, the shortest sides of the block being profiled to interlock end-to-end. The interlocking ends have profiled edges, wherein the front right and rear left edges have a first profile, and the diagonally opposing edges have a second profile. Preferably one profile is convex, the complementary formation being concave, and are preferably formed on an inner corner of the edges. The blocks preferably comprise two webs which define a hollow block core. The upper surface may have a channel to accommodate a reinforcing bar. In use, blocks interfit securely and permit concrete to flow through a wall of blocks.
Patent GB-2438613-A (GB)
Title: A filled bag for providing part of a temporary barrier to water
Inventor: CLEETON FRANCES CARNEY
IPC: B65D30/10
Filed: 2006-06-01
Abstract: A filled bag (101) for providing part of a temporary barrier to water, comprises a water permeable envelope (502) containing a granular material (401) of a type which absorbs water and swells up. The bag (101) also comprises connecting means (501) for connecting opposing pads of the envelope, such that the granular material (401) surrounds the connecting means. Thus, when the bag is immersed in water and the granular material swells to fill the envelope, the connecting means holds the opposing parts of the envelope together to provide the envelope with a shape that is stable on a flat surface. The envelope may be of woven fabric such as hessian and the connecting means may comprise stitches of jute yarn. The material (401) may be a super absorbent polymer.
Patent GB-2442705-A (GB)
Title: A method of inactivating gram-positive bacteria comprising exposure to visible light
Inventor: ANDERSON JOHN G
IPC: A61L2/08
Filed: 2006-07-28
Abstract: A method for inactivating medically important Gram-positive bacteria including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Coagulase-Negative Staphylococcus (CONS), Streptococcus, Enterococcus and Clostridium species, comprising exposure to visible light, and in particular light within the wavelength range 400-500 nm.
Patent GB-2445377-A (GB)
Title: Electron spin polarization detection in semiconductor materials
Inventor: PAN GENHUA
IPC: H01L29/66
Filed: 2006-10-10
Abstract: A method of detecting electron spin polarization in a semiconductor material 104 comprises applying a potential difference across the semiconductor material 104, connecting a conductor material 112 to one of a first 106 or a second edge 108, applying conditions such that the conductor 112 material is in a superconducting state, determining the conductance of the conductor material 112 at the junction with the semiconductor material 104 and comparing the measured value of conductance with a second value of conductance of the conductor material 112 determined at the junction of the conductor material 112 with the semiconductor material 104 when no potential difference is applied. Spin polarization of electrons at the edges 106, 108 of the semiconductor material 104 is caused by the Spin Hall Effect (SHE). The detection method uses Andreev Reflection to determine the spin polarization of the electrons. The method is also of use in the analysis of the SHE. An apparatus 102 for performing the methods is also provided.
Patent GB-2443863-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for generating data transaction ID
Inventor: BALINSKY HELEN
IPC: G06K19/07
Filed: 2006-10-30
Abstract: A method for generating a data transaction ID for an interaction between first and second units, the method comprising: the first data unit generating a first data item as a function of a first time data element, the first time data element being representative of a first time value, and transmitting the first data item to the second data unit; the second data unit generating a second data item as a function of the received first data item and transmitting the second data item to the first data unit; and the first data unit generating a third data item as a function of the second data item and a second time data element, the second time data element being representative of a second time value, wherein the third data item comprises a transaction ID unique to the interaction between the first and second data units. Preferably the difference between the first and second real time values is determined and if it is greater then a predetermined time the data transaction ID is deemed invalid.
Patent GB-2435300-A (GB)
Title: Grating fastener with spring element
Inventor: FOSER THOMAS
IPC: E02D29/14
Filed: 2007-02-02
Abstract: A fastener 10 for fixing a grating 50 to a support 40 comprises first and second engaging members 11, 12 which project from a connecting member and are spaced from one another on a longitudinal axis L of the connecting member. The connecting member is formed at least partially by a spring element 13 which is elastically extendable in the direction of the longitudinal axis L to at least 150% of its initial length A. The spring element may also be compressible down to 50% of its initial length, and may be in the form of a corrugated leaf spring. The second engaging member 12 may comprise an opening 15 and abutment face for a screw 30, and the first engaging member 11 may comprise a thread 24 to engage with a corresponding thread 31 on the screw. The first engaging member 11 may further comprise teeth 26 to fix the fastener to the support 40.
Patent GB-2432324-A (GB)
Title: Arteriovenous Access Valve System and Process
Inventor: CULL DAVID L
IPC: A61F2/02
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: There is provided a subcutanous arteriovenous graft system. The system comprises an arteriovenous graft (12) having an arterial end (14) and an opposite venous end (16), and at least one valve device (60,80) positioned at the arterial end of the arteriovenous graft (12). The valve device (60,80) may comprise a piston (72) in fluid communication with a fluid chamber (62), wherein, when a fluid is forced into the fluid chamber (62), the piston (72) closes which, in turn, constricts the arteriovenous graft (12). The valve device (60,80) may comprise a magnetically activated piston (84), wherein, when a magnetic field is placed in close proximity to the valve device (80), the piston (84)is moved for either opening or closing the valve device (80).
Patent GB-2439359-A (GB)
Title: A dual-magnetic control type high-sensitive leakage protector
Inventor: CHEN YU
IPC: H01H83/02
Filed: 2007-03-30
Abstract: The present invention discloses a dual-magnetic control type high-sensitive leakage protector, which includes zero-sequence mutual inductor 1, test button 2, control circuit chip IC 4, silicon controlled rectifier 5 and stationary contact 9, reset button assembly, electromagnetic assembly and stationary magnet 14. The said the reset button assembly which is inserted in the slide of circuit board 3 includes the reset button 6, link 8, reset spring 7 and movable magnet 11. The said electromagnetic assembly is combined to form an integral and fixed on a conducting strip 17. The end of the said conducting strip 17 is connected with the control circuit and another end of the said strip is provided with a movable contact matching with the said stationary contact 9. Two ends of said armature 13 are opposite to stationary magnet 14 and movable magnet 11 respectively and the opposite faces of stationary magnet 14 and movable magnet 11 have same polarity. Coil 12 is designed in such a way that when it is energized armature 13 will have polarity opposite to that of the corresponding face of stationary magnet 14. The magnetic intensity of movable magnet 11 is higher than that of stationary magnet 14. The present invention has the advantages of rapid breaking, high breaking capacity, high trip force, reliable working and small size.
Patent GB-2448188-A (GB)
Title: Pill dispensing container
Inventor: PABARI ALPA SHANTILAL
IPC: B65D83/04
Filed: 2007-04-05
Abstract: A re-usable dispensing container 10 for pills, tablets or capsules, includes a base portion 20 having a plurality of compartments 25. An adhesive-free sealing sheet 50 is arranged to cover openings of the compartments 25 such that the sheet 50 may be ruptured to provide access individually to the compartments 25. A sealing sheet retainer 30, having apertures thorough which the sheet 50 may be ruptured, is removably closable over the sealing sheet 50 to removably retain the sealing sheet 50 between the sealing sheet retainer 30 and the base 20. A lid 40 is provided to cover the sealing sheet retainer 30 and is lockable to the base 20 with a tamper-evident locking pin (ref 70, fig 7, 8).
Patent GB-2448902-A (GB)
Title: Mobile telephone with voice recognition
Inventor: CURRIE ANDREW
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2007-05-02
Abstract: An arrangement by which a user of a mobile telephone can create and update data in the telephone memory and/or remote computer with a connection to the internet includes the use of: voice recognition software, personal information management (PIM) software, business application software, and the internet and / or mobile telephone network. The user may speak an instruction into the telephone microphone to create or update records stored in the telephone memory or a detachable data storage medium. The records may trigger timed events managed by the personal information management software or business application software. The detection of keywords is used to direct the data to an appropriate software application. Data may be synchronised with other devices e.g. personal computer. The data may constitute discrete records, an appointment in a diary for example, or may be instructions to perform a task, such as to order materials from a building site. It is anticipated that users of the system will be people who are away from their base computer and who need to enter data to that computer quickly and easily. These may not want to carry a lap-top or notebook computer, or it may not be practical to do so.
Patent GB-2451808-A (GB)
Title: An interactive display device for a men's urinal
Inventor: PULLEY DEAN
IPC: E03D13/00
Filed: 2007-08-07
Abstract: This invention relates to a display device for men's urinals. The device comprising a housing for receiving an advert, an attachment means for attaching the housing to a urinal wall, a message bearing portion, and a reactive target 1 which covers said message bearing portion and changes its optical properties in response to urine. Thus display of an advert is achieved by a device which is reactive to a urine stream and displays or highlights an advertising message located in the device, for example as a result of the display changing colour or changing an optical characteristic.