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Patent GB-2409408-A (GB)
Title: Method of thermal insulation of a pool
Inventor: ROSE NIGEL PAUL
IPC: E04H4/00
Filed: 2004-09-24
Abstract: A method of thermal insulation of a pool (300) is provided, the method comprising the steps of preparing a pool structure (20, 22), and attaching a layer (24) of thermal insulation material to an interior surface of the pool structure (20, 22). Also provided are a pool constructed according to such a method and a pool comprising a pool structure and a layer of thermal insulation material attached to an interior surface of a floor of the pool structure.
Patent GB-2422000-A (GB)
Title: Forward-facing brake light for vehicle
Inventor: JEWELL IAN
IPC: B60Q1/44
Filed: 2005-01-07
Abstract: A device includes at least one auxiliary light 104 adapted to be fitted in a front or forward-facing position on a vehicle. The device has means 103 for activating the light when the vehicle brakes are operated. The auxiliary light may be green, blue, or amber in colour. The light may be incorporated in a trafficator unit. A vehicle 100 incorporating the device is also provided.
Patent GB-2420797-A (GB)
Title: Compressible foundation liner for resistance to soil movement pressure
Inventor: LYNCH GREG
IPC: E02D31/10
Filed: 2005-03-01
Abstract: A ground fill material 1 for a foundation trench and a method of combating soil movement pressure comprising a compressible board 2 and a flexible sheet 3 partially bonded to and extending beyond the board to provide a flap 4 for anchoring to the ground above the trench so that in use the board is positioned against the trench wall prior to filling with concrete. The sheet preferably faces into the trench and covers the entire face of the board. It may be tear-resistant and comprise woven polyethylene or polypropylene. The sheet may extend in more than one direction from the board, such as a side edge to provide an overlap with adjacent boards. The board is preferably expanded polystyrene. Graduate markings may be provided on the sheet to indicate depth and width. The sheet may be bonded to adjacent boards to provide for corner installation. The flap may be anchored by weights or by fixing means 6 driven through it. The sheet and board may be further secured by means such as posts driven through it into the trench wall.
Patent GB-2427115-A (GB)
Title: A total contact saddle
Inventor: PRISCO MARIO
IPC: B68C1/02
Filed: 2005-06-13
Abstract: A total contact saddle comprises two pieces of material A and B sewn together with the smaller piece of material B laid on top of the larger piece B. These pieces would preferably be formed of leather. The shorter top piece B is hinged at a sewing seam to reveal a D-ring D. This is secured between the two sheets at a position towards what will be the front of the saddle when in use and serves as an attachment point for the stirrup leathers which support the stirrups. A small leather loop B located toward to the back of the saddle may serve to support any unused length of stirrup leather. Girth straps C are sewn to the underside of saddle piece A, and are used to secure the saddle to the horse when in use. The saddle may be used in conjunction with a gel pad and a numnah.
Patent GB-2412610-A (GB)
Title: A propulsive unit
Inventor: BROWN THOMAS
IPC: A63H29/04
Filed: 2004-01-26
Abstract: A unit usable for propelling an object, comprises a line, one end of which emerges in use from the unit, and means which when the line is drawn out from the unit automatically applies a force to the line which tends to retract the line into the unit; wherein the unit incorporates a point of attachment via which it can be assembled onto and disassembled from the object; and wherein the said one end of the line incorporates a section which when the unit is assembled onto an object and the line may be drawn out sufficiently to engage a propulsion-transmitting member of the object, causes the line to retain its engagement with the member so that as the force is applied to the line, the line will cause the member to displace and the object to be propelled.
Patent GB-2416083-A (GB)
Title: Microwave intruder sensor
Inventor: TSUJI MASATOSHI
IPC: G01S13/38
Filed: 2005-07-11
Abstract: A microwave sensor transmits microwaves of two or more different frequencies toward a detection area and receives reflected waves in a homodyne receiver to detect Doppler shifted waves from moving targets. A distance identification means obtains the distance to the target on the basis of the relative phases of the Doppler signals, from which the distance moved in unit of time is determined. An alarm is raised if the distance moved exceeds a threshold. The threshold depends on the target range, and is larger if the range is smaller. This is stated to aid discrimination against oscillator movement of trees, vegetation, curtains, fans etc.
Patent GB-2420735-A (GB)
Title: Pneumatic ground piercing tool
Inventor: RANDA MARK D
IPC: E21B21/16
Filed: 2005-11-08
Abstract: A ground piercing tool [10] includes a housing[16] with a lengthwise bore and an air distributing mechanism[12] that reciprocates a striker[14]to impact a chisel shaft[18] and an anvil[22] in response to a supply of compressed fluid including a fluid inlet tube[60] mounted in the bore of the striker having a radial port[72], a rear end of the inlet tube being in communication with the distributing mechanism, wherein the housing and chisel shaft cooperate to define a front chamber[78] that decreases in volume as the chisel moves forward relative to the housing, and wherein the chisel shaft has a radial passage[76] therein that conducts compressed fluid from the radial port of the inlet tube to the front chamber, which is configured to form a gas spring. The ground piercing tool having a jamb nut[40] mounted on a bushing[34] in front of the anvil. In alternative embodiments the gas spring may be replaced by a coil spring.
Patent GB-2445767-A (GB)
Title: Illuminated car park space indicator.
Inventor: LONG LINDA
IPC: G08G1/14
Filed: 2005-11-24
Abstract: A car park is provided with indicator to indicate whether a parking space or group of spaces is occupied by a vehicle or not. The indicators are responsive to the presence of a vehicle in the space. The indicator may comprise a light source whose state is controlled by a sensor, the sensor being responsive to the presence of a vehicle in the parking space. Such a system might utilise the lighting system already in place in a car park. Instead of a constant white light above every parking space, a light may be provided that changes to amber or green when the space becomes available. Alternatively the indicator may comprise a light source configured to illuminate an indicia in the absence of a vehicle in a parking space, and to cast a shadow (e.g. of the vehicle) on said indicia, which is preferably located in the ceiling, in the presence of a vehicle in a parking space.
Patent GB-2433260-A (GB)
Title: A selectable decarboxylase marker
Inventor: STRATFORD MALCOLM
IPC: C12N15/52
Filed: 2005-12-16
Abstract: A nucleic acid sequence encoding a decarboxylation enzyme is used as a selectable marker in a recombinant organism. A weak acid is used as the selecting agent.
Patent GB-2435544-A (GB)
Title: MEMS device
Inventor: LAMING RICHARD IAN
IPC: B81C1/00
Filed: 2006-02-24
Abstract: A semiconductor substrate 10 is processed to fabricate sensor circuitry 11, a first electrode 15, a membrane 16, a sacrificial layer 50 and a second electrode are formed and then the substrate is diced. Subsequently the sacrificial layer which protects the membrane against mechanical damage during dicing is removed. MEMS microphones, ultrasonic transducers and pressure sensors are described.
Patent GB-2423936-A (GB)
Title: Thermal herbal applicator
Inventor: EWE CHOR EE
IPC: A61F7/08
Filed: 2004-09-02
Abstract: A herbal applicator that comprises of a flexible Main Housing (1a, 1b) which can be easily attached on to the body, is affixed with a flexible Heater Pad (4) that connects to an electrical Power Source (7) to be regulated by an adjustable Temperature Controller (8), with the said flexible Heater Pad (4) resting on a Herbal Pack (10) which is in turn retained by a flexible Herbal Pack Retainer (9) made of a permeable material and built in such a way as to allow easy removal of the Herbal Pack (10) for replenishment.
Patent GB-2426400-A (GB)
Title: Transparent media scanning adaptor
Inventor: TREGONING MICHAEL
IPC: H04N1/04
Filed: 2006-04-25
Abstract: An imaging system 10, such as a flatbed scanner, comprises a base unit 16 to which a lid portion 14 is pivotally attached. A scanning module 24 is incorporated within the base unit under platen 22, and is moved beneath the platen when the lid is closed for scanning operation. The lid is provided with media carriage 50 comprising channels 54,56 which are able to receive media holder 90 which, in turn, is adapted to carry transparent media to be scanned, such as slide transparencies, film or negatives. The lid is further provided with light source 42 to provide back illumination for the media held in the carriage during scanning. The media carriage is movable relative to the light source as indicated by arrow 118. Therefore, in operation, the light source may provide illumination to scan media in channel 54, before the carriage is moved to allow subsequent scanning of media in channel 56. This enables scanning of multiple items without the necessity to remove and replace media during the scanning operation.
Patent GB-2438679-A (GB)
Title: Ultrasonic surgical tool having two modes of vibration
Inventor: YOUNG MICHAEL JOHN RADLEY
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 2006-05-31
Abstract: At the surgical tool's proximal end, there is a first means (3) to generate ultrasonic vibration in a torsional shear mode. There is also a second means (2) to generate ultrasonic vibration in a longitudinal compression mode. A wave guide (4) is operatively connected to both generating means and extending therefrom by a distance of n  g  /2 to a distal end provided with cutting and/or coagulating means. The ratio of the wavelengths of the longitudinal compression wave and the torsional shear wave,   g  C :   g  T, is an odd number. Preferably   g  C = N<x>  g  T (where N is an odd integral number and x is an integer). Delicate shear motion of the torsional ultrasonic vibrational mode is combined with the more vigorous excitation of the longitudinal compression wave ultrasonic vibration.
Patent GB-2426355-A (GB)
Title: An Alarm Display System
Inventor: SCOTT CINDY
IPC: G05B9/03
Filed: 2004-01-27
Abstract: An alarm display system for use in a process plant having a process control system with a process control system controller that performs manufacturing related control functions using one or more process control field devices, a safety system with a safety system controller that performs safety related control functions using one or more safety system field devices, and a computer having a display and a processor communicatively coupled to the process control system controller and to the safety system controller, the alarm display system comprising, a memory, and an alarm application stored on the memory and adapted to be executed on the processor including, a first routine that communicates process control system messages to or from the process control system controller and that communicates safety system messages to or from the safety system controller, wherein the first routine is adapted to receive process control system messages including process control system alarms and to receive safety system messages including safety system alarms, and a second routine that displays the process control system alarms and the safety system alarms to one or more users on the display in a manner that distinguishes the process control system alarms from the safety system alarms. Preferably the display is capable of data input such as a touch screen and there is restricted security access.
Patent GB-2440316-A (GB)
Title: Nasal inhaler with scrubber
Inventor: DJUPESLAND PER GISLE
IPC: A61M15/08
Filed: 2006-07-25
Abstract: A delivery device for providing a therapeutic gas to the nasal airway of a subject, the delivery device comprising: a nosepiece 21 for fitting to one nostril of the subject; a mouthpiece 23 through which the subject in use exhales and which is fluidly connected to the nosepiece 21; and a scrubber 27 which is operative at least to reduce the concentration of at least one gas from an exhaled breath of the subject as delivered through the mouthpiece 23 and provide a gas flow to the nosepiece 21 which has an increased concentration of at least one other, therapeutic gas which provides a therapeutic effect.
Patent GB-2426111-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in cash protection
Inventor: LARE CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G07G3/00
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: In a cash-handling environment, a method of ratifying a first sum of cash taken from an intelligent cash register with a second sum of cash deposited in an intelligent safe, the method comprising providing communication means between the intelligent cash register and the intelligent safe, sensing the removal of the first sum of cash from the intelligent cash register, storing the CASH data relating to the removal of the first sum of cash, sensing the depositing of the second sum of cash in the intelligent safe, storing the CASH data relating to the depositing of the second sum of cash, comparing the first sum of cash taken from the intelligent cash register with the second sum of cash deposited in the intelligent safe, and providing a successful ratification signal upon determining the two sums of cash are within predetermined limits of each other.
Patent GB-2429666-A (GB)
Title: Pneumatically operated spray gun
Inventor: BERGNER JOAO JORGE
IPC: B05B15/62
Filed: 2006-08-31
Abstract: A pneumatically operated spray gun 10 for operation at a workstation 12 by means of a flexible tube connection has a gun housing 15, to which a spray medium container 16 is releasably attached, as well as a handle 17 and an actuating element 18. On one part of the spray gun 10 there is disposed one of two latching elements 19, 22, which together form a latching fastener 21, by means of which the spray gun 10, when not in use, is mountable on a supporting surface 24. The one latching element 19 is advantageously disposed on the base 20 of the spray medium container 16. In one embodiment the latching fastener 21 allows the spray gun 10, when not in use, to be deposited on the workstation 12 in a tilt-free manner.
Patent GB-2426926-A (GB)
Title: Pocketted spring units
Inventor: SPINKS SIMON PAUL
IPC: B68G9/00
Filed: 2005-02-28
Abstract: A method of forming a pocketted spring unit including the steps of locating a plurality of rows of springs (2) in adjacent relationship between layers (4,6) of fabric or other suitable material, the axis of each of said springs (2) being substantially mutually parallel, and thereafter joining said layers of fabric (4, 6) or other suitable material together between said rows and between the springs (2) in each row of springs (2) so as to form a number of discrete pockets (56) each containing a spring (2), the height of each spring (2) when located in its pocket (56) being less than its width or diameter, the orientation of said springs (2) remaining substantially the same throughout the formation of said spring unit.
Patent GB-2442503-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle monitoring system using cameras in different geographical locations.
Inventor: SMITH BRIAN
IPC: G08G1/017
Filed: 2006-10-06
Abstract: A vehicle monitoring system comprises a plurality of cameras 10 in different geographical locations. Each camera comprises a processing 14, storage 24 and transmission means 26. In operation the camera records an image of a vehicle in the local storage together with a time of capture. This file may also be encrypted with a reference number. The camera then applies an OCR process to identify the vehicle registration mark which is then transmitted together with the time to central point over a communications network, which may be wireless. The central point receives the transmitted data and provides a facility for the input of a vehicle to be monitored. A search means then determines a match between the input number and the captured information. If a match is determined the central point retrieves the stored image from the camera. A separate portable memory means may be connected to the camera to download images from the camera. The storage means may be in a separate container 18 and located underground. The camera may also have timing verification means to synchronise the clock with other cameras.
Patent GB-2438690-A (GB)
Title: A fender for boats which includes an internal conduit
Inventor: MASSIMO REZZONICO
IPC: B63B59/02
Filed: 2006-10-27
Abstract: A fender for boats comprises an internal portion 1 fixed to a hull 8 of the boat and an external portion 2 adapted to absorb external shock. The external portion 2 comprises an internal conduit 5 adapted to couple with a complementarily shaped protuberance 6 belonging to the internal portion 1. The internal portion 1 may also include longitudinal grooves 9 which increases the deformation capability of the protuberance 6 and hence improves the shock absorbing capacity of the fender.
Patent GB-2443786-A (GB)
Title: A protective enclosure for a hanging bird feeder
Inventor: MINDELL BERTRAM
IPC: A01K39/01
Filed: 2006-11-14
Abstract: An enclosure 1 formed from a rigid or semi rigid meshed material provides a protective cage for a wild bird feeder 6 which is suspended from a supporting hook 4. The enclosure is accessed via a removable base unit 7. The base may have small holes for drainage purposes. The enclosure, which itself is suspended from a ring 3, has a solid roof 2. In an alternate embodiment, the roof may be fitted with an aperture through which the hanger of the bird feeder is fitted to support the whole structure. The protective device serves to prevent access to the feeder by squirrels, vermin or other undesirable creatures.
Patent GB-2432543-A (GB)
Title: Culinary whisk
Inventor: CHEUNG PO WO PAUL
IPC: A47J43/10
Filed: 2006-11-17
Abstract: A culinary whisk comprises one or more wire loops for mixing foodstuffs, the or at least one of the wire loops includes an inner metallic wire portion 12 and an outer polymeric portion 14 enclosing the inner portion, wherein the inner portion 12 is provided with groove(s) 28 along substantially the length thereof for increasing frictional contact with the outer portion or means for fixedly adhering the outer portion to the inner wire portion whereby in use relative movement between the external portion and the internal portion is reduced. The wire inner portion is stainless steel and the polymeric outer portion is silicon.
Patent GB-2453756-A (GB)
Title: Padlock type security seal locked by a rocker
Inventor: CRISP DAVID JOHN
IPC: G09F3/03
Filed: 2007-10-17
Abstract: The padlock type security seal has a housing 1 and a J- or U-shaped hasp 2, the housing having first and second openings 3,4 to receive the legs of the hasp. The first opening 3 communicates with a third opening 5 of the housing to form a passage or channel 6 for a first leg 8 of the hasp. A locking mechanism 20 is provided within the housing. The locking mechanism is in the form of a rocker 20 with projections 22,23 which engage in notches 15, 6 in the legs of the hasp. It is biased by spring 24 to resist withdrawal of the first leg of the hasp through the first opening. The hasp is lockable within the housing such that it can only be removed by breaking or cutting of the first leg of the hasp at point of weakness 11.
Patent GB-2455748-A (GB)
Title: Elastomeric containment of PCM in latent heat storage device
Inventor: BEST FREDERICK GEORGE
IPC: F28D20/02
Filed: 2007-12-19
Abstract: A latent heat storage device has an elastomeric container 1 to contain a phase change material (PCM) 2 containing nano-particle conductive powder, which may be carbon or aluminium, arranged in a containment vessel 3. The elastomeric container 1 may have walls arranged to be as thin as possible, maximising heat transfer, whilst being strong enough to retain the PCM, may be formed into square or circular chambers or may be a continuous tube sealed at both ends, folded, and inserted into the containment vessel 3. Heat exchange fluid 6 may flow through the vessel in a closed circuit, passing through gaps between adjacent tubes or folds of the elastomeric container 1, these gaps being restricted by thermal expansion of the PCM thus avoiding overheating. The containment vessel may provide the structural integrity for the device when the PCM has melted, have a sealed lid, insulated panels or walls and a plurality of compartments and different PCMs, the heat exchange fluid 6 being directed to different compartments in turn or selectively. The device may have several vessels 3, which may have different atmospheres, e.g. reduced oxygen.
Patent GB-2445266-A (GB)
Title: Optical structure, optical navigation system, and method of estimating motion
Inventor: LEONG YAT KHENG
IPC: G06F3/03
Filed: 2007-12-20
Abstract: An optical navigation system and method of estimating motion use an optical structure 210 configured to collimate light propagating along a first direction and to internally reflect the light off an output reflective surface 234 of the optical structure downward along a second direction perpendicular to the first direction toward a target surface 106. The optical structure is also configured to transmit the light reflected from the target surface through the output reflective surface toward an image sensor 212. This arrangement allows the navigation system to cope with a variation in height between the system and a surface 106 which may be caused for example by a transparent sheet 438 covering a work surface.
Patent GB-2456812-A (GB)
Title: Insulation support strap for use in a ceiling
Inventor: OTTWAY ANTHONY
IPC: E04B1/76
Filed: 2008-01-24
Abstract: The invention relates to a strap 10a for use in a ceiling comprising first and second supports 2, a ceiling surface 1 supported by the supports, an electrical apparatus 3a, 4a, 5a mounted in the ceiling surface between the first and second supports, and a layer of insulation 6 positioned above the ceiling surface. The strap is arranged to be fixed between the first and second supports such that the insulation is held away from the ceiling surface. In this way a natural void is created over the electrical apparatus, which allows air to circulate around the electrical apparatus and so helps prevent it overheating. The straps are preferably flexible and made from woven synthetic fibres. Later embodiments relate to a ceiling comprising said straps, a method of constructing or adapting said ceiling and a kit comprising said strap.
Patent GB-2456877-A (GB)
Title: Attachment System
Inventor: LEWCOCK KEITH
IPC: F16B7/04
Filed: 2008-01-31
Abstract: An attachment system comprises an anchor shaped feature 3 on one component, and a two part clamp 1, 2 on a second component. The clamp parts 1, 2 are brought together around the anchor feature 3 by fastening means 5, such that lips of the clamp parts 1, 2 act as wedges in jamming underneath an overhang of the anchor feature 3 to exert clamping pressure.
Patent GB-2457893-A (GB)
Title: Removing foreign matter from the water jacket of a cylinder head after casting
Inventor: GWYNNE SEAN
IPC: B22D19/00
Filed: 2008-02-26
Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for removing foreign matter 70. eg core sand and chips, from a waterjacket 52 after casting, even in a cylinder head 50 of complicated construction. With the cylinder head 50 supported, eg on a pallet 11, so that the in-line cylinder chambers 51 A-D are vertically aligned, water then air is injected into the water holes 53A, 538 in the vicinity of the uppermost cylinder chamber 51A; then, a similar injection operation is carried out into the water holes 53B to 53D in the vicinities of the middle cylinder chambers 51B, 51C, followed by an injection operation on the waterholes 53D, 53E in the vicinity of the lowermost cylinder chamber 51D and finally an injection operation on the water holes 53A, 53B in the vicinity of the uppermost cylinder chamber 51A.