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Patent GB-2375327-A (GB)
Title: A convertible barrow
Inventor: COLLINS IAN DAVID
IPC: B62B1/20
Filed: 2001-05-01
Abstract: A multi-purpose barrow comprises an adjustable frame 12 with two roller wheels 14 and a detachable container 10 wherein fitments such as catches or bolts allow for removal of the container 10 and adjustment of a base plate 15 and a support leg 16. Preferably the detachable container 10 is supported by a swivelable support bar 17 which is adjusted when the frame 12 is altered to an upright position for carrying large objects (Fig 7) or as a support for a polythene sack (Fig 6). The base plate 15 may be provided with two 'V' notches for straps which secure the load to be transported. Advantageously, when in the detached state, the container 10 can be used for a variety of purposes in a greenhouse and the frame 12 can be hung on a wall for easy storage.
Patent GB-2366454-A (GB)
Title: Antenna for radio mounted on window pane
Inventor: DAVIES JOHN
IPC: H01Q1/12
Filed: 2001-07-12
Abstract: A combined demister and antenna has first and second (64,66) busbars at opposite ends of a window pane (60). Heater elements (72) extend transversely between the busbars. Each busbar has a connection for DC power (68,70). Conducting elements (74,80) interconnect the heater elements (72). The path length from the midpoint of the busbar (68 or 70) to the point of connection (Z) of the conducting element (74 or 80) to the first heater element (72) is approximately <F>  g  /4 + n(  g  /2)</F> where n  /  0 is an integer and   g   is a selected wavelength from the band of signals to be received. Further conducting elements (76,78) may be included. A capacitive coupling (90) to the surrounding metal of the vehicle body may be provided for tuning purposes, the window being secured with conductive adhesive.
Patent GB-2371093-A (GB)
Title: Turbo machinery shroud incorporating mechanism to adjust blade/shroud clearance.
Inventor: RATHMANN ULRICH
IPC: F01D11/22
Filed: 2001-11-30
Abstract: A shroud for a gas turbine is composed of heat accumulation segments 4 which are arranged on a guide vane carrier 2 opposite the moving-blade tips 3, of the turbine. The heat accumulation segments 4 are adjustable to enable setting of the gap between blade tips and the shroud. Groove runs 61 and 62 guide the heat accumulation segment 4 as it moves. The heat accumulation segments and blade tip have conical facing surfaces, and the gap is controlled by axial movement of segments 4. The drive mechanism which projects radially through the turbine casing and guide vane carrier, may comprise a spindle 8, connected to a segment via an eccentric. Alternatively axial displacement of a segment is achieved by rotating a segment supported by grooves having a pitch. An overload mechanism may be provided so as to limit the force should the blade and shroud come into contact.
Patent GB-2371331-A (GB)
Title: Case connection structure
Inventor: UENO YOSHIHISA
IPC: B65D6/18
Filed: 2001-12-03
Abstract: A case connection structure for connecting connection end portions 11a, 12a of two case members 11, 12 comprises a boss portion 42 formed in one of the connection end portions and which protrudes towards the other one of the connection end portions, and a recess portion 43, into which the boss portion is fitted, formed in the other one of the connection end portions, wherein a slit 42a is provided in the boss portion 42, and a press-fitting portion 44 is provided in the recess portion 43 to be press-fitted into the slit 42a. When the boss portion is fitted into the recess portion, the press-fitting portion is press-fitted into the slit so as to expand the boss portion so that an outer surface of the boss portion contacts the recess portion. The case members house and air conditioning unit for a vehicle.
Patent GB-2383793-A (GB)
Title: Saline soluble glass fibres
Inventor: FREEMAN CRAIG
IPC: C03C13/06
Filed: 2002-01-04
Abstract: Thermal insulation is provided for use in applications requiring continuous resistance to temperatures of 1260{C without reaction with alumino-silicate firebricks, the insulation comprises fibres having a composition in wt%<BR> 65%<SiO 2  <86%<BR> MgO <10%<BR> 14% < CaO < 28%<BR> Al 2 O 3  <2%<BR> ZrO 2  <3%<BR> B 2 O 3  <5%<BR> P 2 O 5  <5%<BR> 72% <SiO 2 +ZrO 2 +B 2 O 3 +5*P 2 O 5 <BR> 95% < SiO 2  + CaO + MgO + Al 2 O 3  + ZrO 2  + B 2 O 3  + P 2 O 5
Patent GB-2368030-A (GB)
Title: Coolant filter assembly for the cylinder head of a vehicular engine
Inventor: MARTHALER MICHAEL J
IPC: F02M31/20
Filed: 1999-02-09
Abstract: The coolant filter assembly (20) includes two primary components which are assembled to one another in a stacked configuration and which in turn are assembled to the cylinder head. These primary components include a filter head assembly (21) with various inlets (38), outlets, and passageways (39 and 40). The other component is a coolant filter (23) which is connected to the filter head assembly (21) and which filters the flow of coolant from the filter head assembly (21) and then introduces the coolant back into the filter head assembly (21). A shut off valve (41) is positioned in the filter head assembly (21) so as to block the flow of coolant from the coolant filter (23), allowing the coolant filter (23) to be replaced without the loss of coolant. A by-pass passageway (70) ensures that coolant continues to flow to the heat exchanger (47), even when the shut off valve (41) is in a closed condition.
Patent GB-2377384-A (GB)
Title: Light dispersive probe for medical use
Inventor: INTINTOLI ALFRED J
IPC: A61B18/22
Filed: 2002-03-25
Abstract: A flexible probe 10 which disperses light laterally is divided by optical bulkheads 26 (eg wafers of Zr) into sections 28a,b,c each containing a light transmissive medium 30 (eg a silicone epoxy) and a light dispersing medium 32 (eg an oxide of Ti, Al or Si). The amount of dispersant may increase in each section towards the tip 34. Reflector 36, which returns undispersed light from the tip, may have a plurality of layers having multiple indices of refraction within the layers. Bulkheads 26 may also have a partially reflective coating on either or both sides and the whole probe may be embodied in a catheter though which coolant is circulated. The outer part of the probe is a PTFE tube 22 which fits over and connects the probe with an optic fibre 12 which may be sourced by a laser. Methods of making the probe are disclosed which are directed to ensuring that no air bubbles are trapped in the light dispersing sections.
Patent GB-2376587-A (GB)
Title: Color space transformation with black preservation
Inventor: ZENG HUANZHAO
IPC: G06F3/12
Filed: 2002-04-10
Abstract: An open color management system (FIGS. 2, 3, 6, 7) allows any of a plurality of input color devices (30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 56, 134, 138, 144, 150) to share data with any of a plurality of output color devices (42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 58, 136, 140, 146, 152). The color management system (FIGS. 2, 3, 6, 7) includes a networked connection space (132) for input and output device (56, 58) communication, an input color profile (64) for each input device (56), an output color profile (76) for each output device (58), and an open color manager (54, 148) which links a given input device (56) with a selected output device (58). When linking devices (56, 58), an input color space dataset having black plus multiple color channels (61) is parsed with the input and output color profiles (64, 76) at a job time to create an output color space dataset having black plus multiple color channels (72) for imaging by the output device (58) without degrading color accuracy while preserving black channel information (114, 120). A method for open color management (FIGS. 3, 6) and an open color manager (54, 148) for use in an open color management system (FIGS. 2, 3, 6, 7) are also provided. The open colour manager also allows further control of the output colour space black channel information.
Patent GB-2388304-A (GB)
Title: Dual-purpose pot for roasting and frying
Inventor: CHANG KWEI TANG
IPC: A47J39/00
Filed: 2002-05-10
Abstract: A dual-purpose pot for roasting and frying, comprising a main body 10, an upper cover 11, a pot body 20 disposed in the main body 10, and electric heating element 30 disposed in the pot body 20 and a fan 50 disposed inside the upper cover 11. Preferably when roasting the fan 50 is used, and when frying the fan 50 is either removed by nut 52 or covered by a plate (80, fig 6).
Patent GB-2389104-A (GB)
Title: Protective container for a bottle
Inventor: COLLISS CLIFFORD CHARLES
IPC: B65D81/02
Filed: 2002-05-30
Abstract: A container for use in the storage, transportation and/or use of a light sensitive pharmaceutical product contained within a bottle, comprises a body (1) defining an article-receiving cavity (6) therein, the cavity (6) being shaped and dimensioned to receive in tight fitting engagement therewith an article, such as the bottle mentioned above. A wall (3) of the body (1) includes means such as a push- or cut-out portion (9) arranged to provide access to the article received in the cavity (6). The cavity (6) is preferably defined by an octagonal section inner surface (5) of the body (1). The body (1) and a lid (11) are preferably moulded from polypropylene.
Patent GB-2389255-A (GB)
Title: Radio telecommunications system and method of building up output power
Inventor: OKADA KAZUHISA
IPC: H03F3/24
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: A polar loop based radio telecommunication apparatus which has a phase control loop for controlling the phase of a carrier outputted from an oscillator for transmitter, and an amplitude control loop for controlling the amplitude of a transmission output signal outputted from a power amplifier circuit, wherein precharge means is provided on a forward path from a current source, through the power amplifier circuit, to a detection circuit, forming the amplitude control loop, for rapidly increasing a control voltage for the power amplifier circuit to a power threshold upon starting transmission.
Patent GB-2391289-A (GB)
Title: Tap cover for mounting busts, figurines or decorative items
Inventor: JONES DAVID STUART
IPC: E03C1/04
Filed: 2002-10-21
Abstract: A bust, figurine or other decorative item is mounted on a tap or faucet handle using a pair of moulds 1, 2 contoured to fit the tap and held in place using a cover mould 4 and locking tabs 3 which are push fitted onto the contoured moulds 1, 2. A mounting 8 has a grooved tapered surface and an internal threaded hole for adjustable screwed rotational location in the moulds 1,2 and has a surface onto which a bust may be glued or screwed. The arrangement provides for different interchangeable busts to be mounted on a tap handle.
Patent GB-2381805-A (GB)
Title: Flooring panel with a removable protective coating
Inventor: RICHARDSON JAMES STANLEY
IPC: B32B27/32
Filed: 1999-10-01
Abstract: A flooring panel (10) with a removable protective coating (11) in the form of a laminate with an upper water absorbent layer (13) and a lower water resistant layer (14). Preferably the upper layer is a polypropylene material with a roughened upper surface and the lower layer is a polyethylene material wherein the layers are fused together. The protective coating may be a peel off coating applied to an adhesive film (12).
Patent GB-2398517-A (GB)
Title: A filtration vessel
Inventor: BEVERIDGE JAMES C
IPC: B01D29/23
Filed: 2003-02-20
Abstract: A filter vessel system comprises a filter vessel (1) and a distribution header (2) provided within the vessel (1). The distribution header (2) is moveable between an upper position and a lower position. A plurality of filter canisters (7) are connected to the distribution header (2). The filter canisters (7) are stacked to define at least one filter stack (10), the filter canisters (7) being arranged such that fluid to be filtered passes through the distribution header (2) and through the filter stacks (10) to filter the fluid.
Patent GB-2381182-A (GB)
Title: Ventilating Shoe
Inventor: PAN WANFU
IPC: A43B7/08
Filed: 2001-07-25
Abstract: A shoe for ventilating comprises upper, insole, insole, and outer sole. The vamp and shoe both lining is constitute of the upper, lining, inter sole, outer sole, in which, on the outer sole there is a elasticity gasbag, the gasbag joined a air conduit, the conduit, the conduit extend to the upper between the vamp and shoe lining. The ventilate aperture on the air conduit of the upper join the external. The shoe can be circulate the air inter and outer. So the air is purity. The internal of the shoe dry and ventilate.
Patent GB-2400424-A (GB)
Title: A spigot and socket connection for connecting hoses in-line
Inventor: PURCHON BRIAN ELLWOOD
IPC: F16L19/00
Filed: 2003-04-03
Abstract: A connector for connecting two lengths of hose in-line comprises a male spigot (1, fig 1) having a first end including attachment means 6 for attaching the male spigot (1, fig 1) to a first length of hose and a second end comprising a cylindrical portion 14 having a cylindrical outer surface 142 and a female socket (2, fig 1) having a first end including attachment means 6 for attaching the female socket (2, fig 1) to a second length of hose and a second end having a cylindrical inner surface 141, wherein the cylindrical inner surface 141 of the female socket (2, fig 1) is adapted to receive the cylindrical portion 14 of the male spigot (1, fig 1). At least one of the cylindrical inner 141 or outer surfaces 142 comprise at least one annular groove 26 houses an annular sealing member (4, fig 4) arranged to form a seal between the spigot (1, fig 1) and the socket (2, fig 1). Locking means, such as a slidable sleeve 5, adapted to engage both the male spigot (1, fig 1) and the female socket (2, fig 1) are included to prevent separation of the coupling. The annular sealing member (4, fig 4) may be pressure energised or spring energised and a tubular shroud may be present to enclose the coupling members. Test port 27 is also included in the female socket (2, fig 1).
Patent GB-2400461-A (GB)
Title: User validation on a trusted computer network
Inventor: PROUDLER GRAEME JOHN
IPC: G06F21/46
Filed: 2003-04-07
Abstract: A computer system comprises a processor that is arranged to alter at least one aspect of operation only if a command to alter that at least one aspect is provided by a valid user. For this aspect of operation, a valid user may be a user authenticated by the processor by establishing that the user possesses a secret, or may be a user who satisfies a condition for physical presence (eg using a smart card) at the computer system. However, for a predetermined time after authentication by establishment of possession of the secret has taken place, the processor will not be responsive to the or each such command when issued by a user who is not authenticated by the processor but who satisfies a condition for physical presence at the computer system. This approach is of particular value in the provision of commands to a trusted component of trusted computing apparatus.
Patent GB-2400928-A (GB)
Title: Distributed periperal device control system
Inventor: WISE MICHIO
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2003-04-22
Abstract: A distributed peripheral control system is provided for controlling the interaction between an information device 20, e.g. a PDA or mobile phone, and a peripheral device 28, e.g. a printer, scanner or camera. Peripheral 28 communicates with information device 20 which, in turn, communicates with a server 30. Information identifying the peripheral 28 is sent from the peripheral 28 to the information device 20 and onward to the server 30. In response to this information, server 30 selects a driver from driver database 34. Information device 20 may then send a print or scan request to 30 server. Upon receipt of such a request server 30 uses the driver selected, and any applications necessary, to perform peripheral-device dependent operations on behalf of the information device 20. For example, the sever 30 controls peripheral device 28, via information device 20, in order to print or scan a document.
Patent GB-2386453-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for booting the operating environment of an autonomous subsystem in a computer based system
Inventor: SILVESTER KELAN
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2001-09-26
Abstract: A method and apparatus for booting the operating environment of an autonomous subsystem in a computer based system without involvement of the main operating system are described.
Patent GB-2405226-A (GB)
Title: Analysis of Atomic and Molecular Collisions
Inventor: MCCAFFERY ANTHONY JAMES
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2003-07-03
Abstract: The components of a non-equilibrium gas to be analysed are identified, and the initial distribution of the populations of each component among rotational and vibrational quantum states provided together with the initial conditions of the gas. Initial condition information for each atom or molecule is stored in respective arrays associated with each component of the gas (step 1). A collision frequency and total number of collisions to be considered is specified. A collision to be analysed is identified by randomly selecting a pair of atoms or molecules (but weighted with respect to the probability of a collision between that pair of atoms/molecules occurring in the system) (step 3). The initial condition information for each atom or molecule is then used to determine the final post-collisional condition of each colliding atom or molecule (steps 7-15) using the angular momentum method as described herein. The final rotational and vibrational quantum states, angular momentum and recoil velocity for each atom or molecule are determined and used to update the corresponding values stored in the arrays of the initial condition information (step 17). The analysis is repeated until each atom or molecule has undergone the number of collisions it would be expected to undergo before the system reaches equilibrium (step 19).
Patent GB-2403764-A (GB)
Title: Curtain retainer clip
Inventor: USHER TERESA
IPC: A47K3/38
Filed: 2003-07-05
Abstract: A plastic clip, similar to a clamshell in appearance, joined together by a tension spring. In either side of the clip, a magnet 1 is securely fixed with their attracting 'poles' facing each other to form a strong grip when the clip is brought together. On the outside of one side of the clip, a small suction cup 2 is securely fixed to adhere to the shower bath side, and anchor the curtain in position.
Patent GB-2404505-A (GB)
Title: Temperature-dependent switching circuit
Inventor: FINNEY ADRIAN
IPC: H03K17/08
Filed: 2003-07-31
Abstract: The circuit comprises a first transistor 1 with a threshold voltage Vth having a negative temperature coefficient. A diode 2 having a forward voltage drop with a negative temperature coefficient coupled with its anode connected to the drain of the first transistor and its cathode connected to the gate of the first transistor. A first resistor 4 is coupled between a power supply terminal and the drain of the first transistor. A low voltage supply is terminal connected to the source of the first transistor. A second resistor 6 is coupled between the gate of the first transistor and the low voltage supply terminal. A switching transistor 8 has its source connected to the low voltage supply terminal and its gate coupled to the drain of the first transistor. The drain of the first transistor provides a voltage with a negative temperature coefficient equal to the sum of the forward voltage drop across the diode and the threshold voltage of the first transistor. As the temperature in the circuit rises to a predetermined temperature the voltage at the gate of the switching transistor drops below the threshold voltage for the switching transistor turning off the current flowing from the drain to the source of the switching transistor. The circuit may form an overtemperature protection circuit for e.g. a power transistor. A second embodiment involving a current mirror is described (fig.2).
Patent GB-2394519-A (GB)
Title: A continuously variable transmission device
Inventor: MILNER PETER JAMES
IPC: F16H61/664
Filed: 2003-09-02
Abstract: A continuously variable transmission device, for a cycle or ancillary drives, has a plurality of planetary spheres 15 in rolling contact with radially inner and outer races 13, 14 each comprising at least two axially spaced parts 13a-14b. A planet follower carrier 12 engages the planetary spheres 15 and is rotatably mounted with respect to a spindle 18. Axial separation of the outer race parts 14a, 14b is controlled by lever 52 which operates a ball-screw mechanism 17, 28 that moves the race parts 14a, 14b either closer together or further apart, thereby applying a greater or lesser force to the planetary spheres 15. The force applied to the planetary spheres 15 is transferred to the inner race parts 13a, 13b which move, via interengaging parts 30a, 30b, to accommodate the planetary spheres 15 and thereby alter the gear ratio. In one embodiment drive input is via a toothed chain wheel and the planet follower carrier 12 is connected to an output drive. In another embodiment (fig 3) input is to the planet follower carrier 12 via a crankshaft pulley.
Patent GB-2393606-A (GB)
Title: Determining and using value of traffic relying on a given component of a communications network
Inventor: FRISKNEY ROBERT
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2003-09-26
Abstract: A system for monitoring a communications network generates a total value figure, using a store of value information. The system can identify which of the monitored flows of traffic rely on a given one or more of the components of the network, and generate a total value of all the identified flows. This type of value information can be easier for network operators to interpret because the information is more direct, and more explicit. Also, many specific rules/warnings about reconfigurations need not be provided. Values can be sent to remote field workers, or used for network configuration, network planning, and financial reporting.
Patent GB-2398109-A (GB)
Title: Stroller brake arrangement
Inventor: IKUNO TOKIHIKO
IPC: B62B5/04
Filed: 2003-12-22
Abstract: A stroller 10 includes a hand push rod 15, a pair of rear legs 14 disposed on the hand push rod 15, and a rear wheel 13 rotatably held on a lower end of each rear leg 14 through an axle holding portion 40. A break mechanism 41 is rotatably attached to each axle holding portion 40. The respective brake mechanisms 41 are connected to each other by an operating bar 42. By pressing the operating bar 42 to rotate each break mechanism 41, an engagement pin 46 of the break mechanism is inserted to a locking groove 48 of the rear wheel 13, so that each rear wheel 13 is locked.
Patent GB-2409799-A (GB)
Title: An inflatable garment
Inventor: BOUGHTWOOD MARTIN HUGH
IPC: A47G9/08
Filed: 2004-01-12
Abstract: An article (2) for covering at least a part of a person's body, which article (2) is made of a flexible material, and which article (2) includes thermal barrier means (4) for thermally insulating the covered part of the person's body from ambient conditions; the thermal barrier means (4) being such that it comprises a plurality of inflatable members (6) which are able to be inflated and deflated, and means (8) for inflating and deflating the inflatable members (6); the thermal barrier means (4) thereby being such that it is able to provide an adjustable thermal barrier which is able to be increased by increasing the inflation of the inflatable members (6) and which is able to be decreased by decreasing the inflation of the inflatable members (6); and the inflatable members (6) being of a sufficiently small size that their inflation and deflation does not substantially alter the shape of the article (2) and the ability of the article (2) to be used for its intended purpose with or without inflation of the inflatable members (6).