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Patent GB-2473536-A (GB)
Title: Wheeled apparatus powered by a power tool battery pack
Inventor: GOTO MASAHIKO
IPC: A01B33/00
Filed: 2010-08-25
Abstract: An electric wheeled apparatus comprises a main body, at least one wheel supported by the main body in a rotatable manner; an electric motor configured to apply torque to the at least one wheel, a battery interface configured to removably receive at least one battery pack 100, and an electric circuit unit configured to electrically connect the at least one battery pack attached to the battery interface with the electric motor. The battery pack is further adapted to be connected to an electric power tool 200. The wheeled apparatus may be a bicycle 10, a trolley 400 or barrow 600, an item of luggage 500 or a piece of garden machinery 700, 800.
Patent GB-2472164-A (GB)
Title: Optimising parameters for data transfer
Inventor: TROSSELL DAVID
IPC: H04L1/18
Filed: 2009-09-09
Abstract: In data transfer between first and second nodes, such as bridges used to transfer data between local and remote Storage Area Networks (SAN), a parameter optimisation routine is carried out. Initial values of parameters (e.g. window and packet size, number of connections) are obtained by simulated data transfer. A first performance score is then calculated for a data transfer using the initial parameter values. The data transfer may be actual data or simulated. One of the parameters is then varied for a further data transfer and a second score is obtained. The varied parameter value is updated based on the difference in scores. A second parameter value is then varied and the process repeated. The procedure ends when it is determined that an optimum performance criterion has been met. More than two parameters may be varied in the procedure.
Patent GB-2492741-A (GB)
Title: Film strip dryer
Inventor: ANDERSON LAURENCE
IPC: G03D15/02
Filed: 2011-02-11
Abstract: A film strip dryer 10 is provided for use in processing photographic and movie film 20. The film strip dryer 10 comprises a plurality of resilient members 26 for wiping excess liquid from the film surfaces and a bank of air jets 24 for drying the film 20. In use, the film strip dryer 10 is mounted between adjacent chemical tanks 36 containing, for example, developer or fixer solution. The film 20 is dried in between process steps, preventing chemical residue from being transported through to subsequent tanks 36. Such chemical residue dilutes and reduces the efficiency of subsequent process chemicals, and ultimately leads to film 20 wastage and production downtime.
Patent GB-2478836-A (GB)
Title: Propeller shaft balancing machine
Inventor: ROGALLA MARTIN
IPC: G01M1/02
Filed: 2011-03-15
Abstract: Disclosed is a device for feeding and attaching corrective elements for unbalance correction to propeller shafts in a balancing machine (1), which includes an attachment device (9) adapted to be positioned longitudinally to the rotor axis, with a receptacle for receiving a corrective element attachable to the outer circumference of the rotor. Associated with the balancing machine is a supply unit (15) supplying corrective elements measured for the individual unbalance correction. A feeding device (16) is provided which feeds supplied corrective elements to the attachment device (9), said feeding device (16) including a transfer shuttle (18) capable of performing reciprocating movements between the supply unit (15) and the attachment device (9) on a guideway (17) parallel to the rotor axis by means of a controllable motion drive mechanism. The transfer shuttle (18) includes a loading device configured for performing an active loading operation by displacing a corrective element from a receptacle of the transfer shuttle (18) into the receptacle of the attachment device (9), said loading device being driven by means of the controllable motion drive mechanism of the transfer shuttle (18).
Patent GB-2489752-A (GB)
Title: Twisted pair coupling unit with additional non-contact electrode
Inventor: PEYTON ANTHONY
IPC: H01R13/66
Filed: 2011-04-08
Abstract: A coupling unit for use with a shielded twisted pair cable comprises an interface for physically connecting the coupling unit to a twisted pair cable, a plurality of conductive elements 120, each configured to be electrically connected to a conductor of the cable, and at least one electrode 130a, 130b that is adjacent to one or more of the conductive elements. The electrode is configured to transmit a voltage signal to, or receive one from, the conductive element by non-contact (eg capacitive) coupling. The coupling unit may be used in a network monitoring apparatus, or to trace the path of cables.
Patent GB-2491114-A (GB)
Title: Direct device-to-device communication in a mobile communication system
Inventor: TURTINEN SAMULI
IPC: H04W16/14
Filed: 2011-05-19
Abstract: Direct device-to-device (D2D) communication is enabled in a mobile communication system. A mobile node receives at least one synchronization signal from a base station 400 and determines timing based on the signal 402. The mobile node then sends to the base station a D2D communication set-up request including a remote party identifier 404 and an uplink radio resource reservation request 406. An assignment of a radio resource dedicated for radio transmission to a remote node associated with the remote party identifier is received at the mobile node 408, the radio resource being within a band having a transmission power upper limit. The mobile node transmits a signal to the remote node on the radio resource based on the determined timing 410. The radio resource may be within a television white space band (TVWS). At least one test signal may be transmitted between the nodes to determine whether they are within a range providing sufficient radio quality.
Patent GB-2483954-A (GB)
Title: Solid Electrolytic Capacitor with folded Anode Lead Frame
Inventor: VYROUBAL ALES
IPC: H01G9/012
Filed: 2011-06-14
Abstract: A capacitor assembly comprising a solid electrolytic capacitor element 33, which comprises an anode, dielectric, cathode and solid electrolyte; an anode lead 16 extends from the anode and is electrically connected to an anode termination 62; the anode termination 62 contains an upstanding portion 64 that is bent or folded about an axis so that it possesses two or more sections 66a,66b; a slot 51 extends through the sections of the upstanding portion 64 for receiving an anode lead 16; and a cathode termination 72 is electrically connected to the cathode. Also disclosed is a method for forming the above capacitor assembly. The    folded" configuration of the anode termination 63 increases the total thickness of the upstanding portion and its associated slot 51, which thereby enhances the degree of mechanical support and stability that the termination 63 provides to the anode lead 16. This is particularly beneficial for thicker anode leads, such as those having a height and/or width of about 100 micrometers or more, in some embodiments about 200 micrometers or more, and in some embodiments, from about 250 to about 1000 micrometers.
Patent GB-2492140-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic bolt tensioner
Inventor: GETHINGS MICHAEL
IPC: B23P19/06
Filed: 2011-06-23
Abstract: The tensioner for threaded members includes a base 1 and a piston 2 defining a pressure space 12 therebetween. The base and piston are arranged to be urged apart upon introduction of a fluid into the pressure space. A thread-engaging member 3 includes a body portion 8 in the form of a sleeve and having a threaded interior 17 for engagement with a threaded member 30 (to be tensioned) and a flange portion 9 carrying a flange 10. The piston portion 2 bears against the flange 10 such that it exerts a force on the flange when urged apart from the base portion 1. A containment component 4 is arranged to restrict relative movement of the flange portion 9 and the body portion 8 should the flange portion and body portion separate, the containment component being fixed to the piston 2.
Patent GB-2494694-A (GB)
Title: Mobile computer cradle latch with an actuator released retainer
Inventor: MANN TERENCE JOHN
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2011-09-16
Abstract: A cradle or docking station for a computer has a latch 28 to hold the computer in the cradle. When in a blocked position, a retainer 40 stops the latch moving. When a computer is put into the cradle, it presses an actuator 26, which moves the retainer from the blocked position to an unblocked position. The computer then pushes the latch open so that the computer will go into the cradle. When the computer is fully inserted, it releases the actuator and the latch. The latch closes and holds the computer in the cradle. The retainer returns to the blocking position, preventing the latch from opening. The cradle may have a base with an electrical connector and an arm which engages with the handle of the computer. The cradle may have a mounting system with a bracket, which attaches to the cradle, and one, which attaches to a surface.
Patent GB-2495908-A (GB)
Title: A camera support apparatus with inductive position sensors
Inventor: CODD ANDREW
IPC: F16H1/22
Filed: 2011-10-19
Abstract: A camera support apparatus, for supporting a video camera, comprises a drive train means 1 having a rotational input device, e.g. input motor 4, which drives, via a belt 8, a pulley 7 that rotates a friction drive element 9 which is coupled to toothed gear wheel 10 fixed to rotational output means, e.g. fixing plate 11. A first inductive position sensor 23, 14 is attached to the fixing plate 11 of the toothed gear whee10, and a second inductive position sensor 2, 3 is attached to the input motor 4, whereby inductance sensed by the first position sensor 23, 14 is indicative of a rotational displacement of the fixing plate 11 and the inductance sensed by the second position sensor 2, 3 is indicative of the rotational displacement of the input motor 4. The support may be part of a pan and tilt head or it may be incorporated in a manual or robotic pedestal apparatus.
Patent GB-2499361-A (GB)
Title: Motion gestures interface for portable electronic device
Inventor: LUCIC DRAZEN
IPC: G06F3/0488
Filed: 2010-11-12
Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of interacting with a portable electronic device and a portable electronic device configured to perform the same. In accordance with one embodiment, the method comprises: detecting motion of the portable electronic device; determining whether detected motion matches a first motion gesture or a second motion gesture; when the first motion gesture is detected, showing a designated user interface element in a user interface screen displayed on a touch-sensitive display of the portable electronic device; and when the second motion gesture is detected, hiding the designated user interface element from the user interface screen displayed on the touch-sensitive display of the portable electronic device.
Patent GB-2483026-A (GB)
Title: A method of constructing a manhole in a road and a manhole plug
Inventor: HAWKINS DAVID JOHN DRAKE
IPC: E01C23/09
Filed: 2009-05-06
Abstract: A method of constructing a manhole in a road (26) which involves the replacement of an existing manhole with a new manhole, includes providing a manhole plug (10) which is disc-shaped and which comprises a cast iron manhole frame (12) and a surrounding moulding (13) in which the frame is embedded. The existing manhole is removed by introducing a cutting tool into the manhole and making an annular undercut in the road under the existing manhole and thereafter, using a barrel cutter, making a cylindrical cut in a direction perpendicular to the road surface around the existing manhole to the depth of the undercut. The existing manhole and surrounding road material is then removed leaving behind a hole into which the manhole plug (10) is fitted.
Patent GB-2486557-A (GB)
Title: Fan blade vibration damping
Inventor: REVILLOT DOMINIQUE
IPC: F04D29/38
Filed: 2011-12-14
Abstract: An axial fan comprises a hub with a plurality of elongate fan blades 13 extending generally radially outwardly there from. Each blade is at least partially hollow, and at least one damping mass is located within the hollow part. The mass is at least partially provided by a resilient plate, one end 14 of which is secured to the blade to form a cantilever, and such that it oscillates relative to the blade to damp flexing thereof. An end 16 of the plate which is remote from the secured end is held in a first guide device 17 to constrain its movement. A further guide device 23 is provided between the secured end of the plate and the first guide device. The further guide device may be adjustable relative to the secured end of the plate. The cross-sectional areas of the plate may vary along its length.
Patent GB-2487626-A (GB)
Title: Automated processing machine with extensible/retractable drawer unit.
Inventor: HAJROVIC MIDHAT
IPC: G01N1/31
Filed: 2011-12-30
Abstract: An automated processing machine 100, such as an automated coverslipper or an automated stainer, for processing samples placed on slides 400, comprises an output device for outputting slides processed by the machine, the output device including an extensible and retractable drawer unit 210. The drawer unit includes at least one receiving channel (211, 212, 213, fig 2) for receiving a plurality of holders 300 for the slides. The output device allows holders received in any position to be removed from the receiving channel when the output device is in an open position. The machine is constructed such that the holders intended for output are horizontally inserted into the at least one receiving channel. Preferably, the output device includes at least one readout device 251, such as an RFID reader device, disposed so that it can read out at least one identification unit of the holders. The drawer may include an electric drive for moving it in and out, and a control unit. A light emitting indicator 230 means may be provided, which lights up to indicate an appropriate point in time. Preferably, the drawer can be folded away (see fig 3).
Patent GB-2503190-A (GB)
Title: Structurally self-supporting superconducting magnet with support for shield coils
Inventor: GORE RUSSELL PETER
IPC: G01R33/38
Filed: 2012-01-05
Abstract: A superconducting magnet arrangement for MRI comprises a structurally self-supporting magnet structure of annular main coils 10 and spacer elements bonded between them, a number of shield coils 16 of greater diameter than the main coils, placed coaxially with the main coils, and intermediate coil support structures 31 affixed to the self-supporting magnet structure of annular main coils 10 and to the shield coils, to retain the main and shield coils in their correct respective positions. The support 31 may include a partial oversleeve 32 of annular form extending only over a part of the magnets length and located at a position that reduces hoop stress in the main magnet. The support may be bolted or bonded directly to the main magnet. The invention allows a support structure for shield coils to be attached directly to a self-supporting main magnet without a former.
Patent GB-2499441-A (GB)
Title: Easy-open closure with a lever
Inventor: TAYLOR KEVIN
IPC: B65D39/00
Filed: 2012-02-19
Abstract: An easy open screw type or flip top closure 1 for a bottle 7, jar or container which incorporates a lever 4 attached to the closure 1 which extends downwards from the uppermost part of the closure along the body of the said bottle or jar or container. The lever 4 may be raised and rotated about pivot 5 through 270 degrees until it engages a groove 8 in the top of the closure and extends horizontally from the uppermost part of the closure, opposite the side it began at rest. The lever 4 may be able to rotate the closure 1 for removal when it is engaged in the groove 8. The lever may be rotated further than 270 degrees to pull off or flip part of the closure, the flip top and lever remaining attached for restoration to the starting positions. The lever may be shaped to follow the contours of the bottle, jar or container when initially ar rest.
Patent GB-2488442-A (GB)
Title: Retaining loudspeaker on stand when adjusting speaker angle or tilt
Inventor: SHIBATA KIYOSEI
IPC: H04R1/02
Filed: 2012-02-27
Abstract: To avoid or prevent dropping the loudspeaker, the speaker body and a supporting leg or stand are not separated even when the speaker body is unfastened from the leg on the occasion of adjusting an angle of the speaker body. The fixing portion 4 includes a speaker body fitting portion 41 at one end and a leg fitting portion 42 at the other end. The speaker body fitting portion 41 is captive in a hollow 22 in the speaker body and allows changes to the relative angle of the speaker body to the leg by motion along a groove 23. The leg fitting portion 42 is also captive 34, 35. A fastening portion 37 regulates movement of the speaker body by its being screw-fastened to the leg fitting portion 42. The captive nature of the two fitting portions 41, 42 retains the speaker body and the leg together even when the fastening portion 37 is unscrewed.
Patent GB-2499824-A (GB)
Title: Umbilical
Inventor: BELL MICHAEL
IPC: E21B17/01
Filed: 2012-03-01
Abstract: An umbilical comprising an outer sheath, a core enclosed by the outer sheath and comprising a plurality of umbilical components, and a tape wound between the outer sheath and the core, wherein the tape comprises a plurality of rigid elements adapted to press into or against the outer sheath and the core when subject to loading. By combining a plurality of rigid elements with a tape, the present invention is able to increase the friction between the core and its outer sheath as part of an existing manufacturing step of adding a final tape or band around the core prior to adding the outer sheath.
Patent GB-2492892-A (GB)
Title: Multipole rod assembly and method for its fabrication
Inventor: STEINER URS
IPC: H01J9/18
Filed: 2012-07-11
Abstract: A multipole rod assembly, such as used as mass analyser, is fabricated using rods 322 adhesively attached to shoes 321, which are then attached to isolation rings 324. A fixture (Fig. 7, 700) is used in conjunction with precision-made spacers (Fig.8, 800) to precisely assemble the ion mass analyser. The rods 322 and shoes 321 can be made of metal, while the isolation rings 324 are preferably made of an insulator, such as ceramic. The shoes 321 and isolation rings 324 need not be made to high precision, as the spacer (Fig. 8, 800) ensures high accuracy in alignment and symmetry of the rods 322. Consequently, the rods 322 are the only precision machined parts in the ion mass analyser assembly.
Patent GB-2489186-A (GB)
Title: Integrated electro-mechanical actuator
Inventor: DESPONT MICHEL
IPC: H01H59/00
Filed: 2011-03-29
Abstract: The present invention provides an integrated electro -mechanical actuator and a manufacturing method for manufacturing such an integrated electro-mechanical actuator. The integrated electro-mechanical actuator comprises an electrostatic actuator gap between actuator electrodes and an electrical contact gap between contact electrodes. An inclination with an inclination angle is provided between the actuator electrodes and the contact electrodes. The thickness of this electrical contact gap is equal to the thickness of a sacrificial layer which is etched away in a manufacturing process.
Patent GB-2494240-A (GB)
Title: Automatic system that brakes individual wheel(s) to prevent breakaway of a vehicle, the system being deactivated upon actuation of a parking brake
Inventor: BONNE UWE
IPC: B60T7/08
Filed: 2012-07-25
Abstract: A vehicle 1, comprising an electronically controlled driver assistance system 5, such as traction control, which acts on the wheels 2 of the vehicle 1 and which during travel of the vehicle 1 prevents a breakaway of the vehicle 1 by purposeful braking of individual wheels 2, and comprising a control device 6 acting on the driver assistance system 5, by means of which the driver assistance system 5 can be deactivated, with the control device 6 being coupled with a parking brake 7 acting on the rear wheels 4 of the vehicle 1, so that the control device 6 will deactivate the driver assistance system 5 upon actuation of the parking brake 7. The system 5 may be reactivated after release of the hand brake 7, or may remain deactivated after release of the parking brake 7.
Patent GB-2490071-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic control system for a dual clutch transmission
Inventor: MEPHAM SHAUN E
IPC: F16D48/02
Filed: 2011-02-04
Abstract: Control systems and methods for a dual clutch transmission are provided. The control system includes a first pump for providing a first fluid to actuate the dual clutch assembly, a second pump for providing a second fluid to cool the dual clutch assembly, and a motor operatively coupled to the first and second pumps. The motor is operable in first and second directions, wherein the first pump is responsive to operation of the motor in the first direction and the second pump is responsive to operation of the motor in the second direction. The first and second pumps can be coupled to the motor about a common transfer shaft. By selectively reversing motor rotation, the motor drives the first and second pumps to provide a flow rate of hydraulic fluid and to provide a flow rate of lubricating fluid, respectively.
Patent GB-2495652-A (GB)
Title: A method and a system for controlling movements of a free-hanging tubular
Inventor: POHNER LARS
IPC: E21B19/00
Filed: 2011-06-28
Abstract: An apparatus (1) for controlling movements of a free-hanging tubular (4) suspended via at least a connector element (8) by at least one compensator member (7) which is connected to a buoyant vessel (2), said tubular extending into a body of water below the vessel. The apparatus comprises motion sensing means (36) for sensing movements of the compensator member and thus that of the vessel (2), and position indicator means (21) for sensing the position of the connector element (8), and thus that of an upper region of the tubular, with respect to the compensator member. The apparatus further comprises data processing means (22) for determining one or more parameters regarding the movement between the vessel and the upper region of the tubular; and adjusting means (24a, b, 25, 26, 29, 33a-d) for controlling at least the stiffness and dampening of the compensator member (7); whereby the axial loads which are transferred between the compensator and the tubular may be controlled.
Patent GB-2512338-A (GB)
Title: Structure of simplified inflation valve
Inventor: YANG SHIH-SHENG
IPC: A42B3/12
Filed: 2013-03-27
Abstract: An inflation valve 1 comprising a base 10, a polyurethane membrane 20 and a squeezer bulb 30, the base being disk shape having a centrally located tubular seat 11 with a bore 13; the PU membrane being at an end of the bore underneath the base and having at least one aperture, the membrane having an outer circumference that is fixed to the base by ultrasonic welding or die pressing; and the squeezer is sealed to the base and having at least one through hole 32 in a top surface. The bottom of the bore of the base may comprise a rounded chamfer. The through hole of the squeezer may have a one way valve.