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Patent GB-2412970-A (GB)
Title: Constant contact weel for close interval soil potential measurement devices
Inventor: SEDLET PAUL J
IPC: G01V3/00
Filed: 2005-03-24
Abstract: A constant contact reference wheel system 14 includes a vehicle carrying a water reservoir, and a constant contact reference wheel 28. The constant contact reference wheel includes a frame 20 having a first end 22 and a second end 25, an attachment mechanism 23, 24 carried by the first end 22 removably coupling the frame 20 to the vehicle, a wheel structure 28 having a rim 43 for rolling contact with a soil surface, and a reference cell 50 carried by the frame 20. A water pathway extends from the water source to the rim 43. The rim 43 exudes water for contact with the soil surface, and the reference cell 50 is in fluid communication with the water pathway.
Patent GB-2412295-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable support for monitor
Inventor: PRICE OLIVER
IPC: F16M11/12
Filed: 2002-07-16
Abstract: The support comprises a pair of support members 3 and 8, 23 connected by a universal joint 6 comprising a part spherical bearing 20 that can be mounted on the arms 3 and received within a bearing seat pivotally mounted on support member 8, 23, which is effectively a support plate for mounting the unit to a surface. Alternatively the spherical bearing can be immovably mounted on the other support member, i.e. the support plate (8, Fig.2) and received within a bearing seat pivotally mounted on the support member comprising the arm (3, Fig.2). The bearing seat comprises a strap 25 that supports and partially encircles the bearing with its ends 27,28 pivotally mounted at axis "E" ("F", Fig.2) on one of the support members 8, 23 (3, Fig.2). The strap is mounted with fastening means located at aperture 29 that allow it to be tightened or loosened in order to control the degree of stiffness with which relative movement between both support members takes place. The support member 3 may be a single arm (3, Fig.2) or a pair of parallel arms 3a, 3b.
Patent GB-2416908-A (GB)
Title: Array substrate for LCD and fabrication method thereof
Inventor: YU HONG WOO
IPC: G02F1/1343
Filed: 2005-06-28
Abstract: Disclosed is an array substrate of an LCD, and a method for fabricating it, which simplifies the fabrication process, thereby reducing fabrication costs. The process is simplified because the array substrate (210) does not have a passivation film. The thin film transistors on the array substrate (210) each have an active layer (241) that is protected from contamination by forming a channel insulation layer (242) on the active layer (241) through a dry-etching process. Further, the gate line (221), gate pad (271), and gate electrode (222) may have a two-layer structure having a low-resistance metal layer and a barrier metal layer, or a three-layer structure having a low-resistance metal layer and two barrier metal layers. In addition the direct contact between the drain electrode (263) and the pixel electrode (281) avoids failure.
Patent GB-2434153-A (GB)
Title: Boron nitride dry-film lubricant compositions
Inventor: HUTCHINSON RICHARD
IPC: C10M105/14
Filed: 2006-01-16
Abstract: A dry film lubricant composition is provided, comprising boron nitride particles dispersed in a propylene glycol or water-soluble polyglycol base. The lubricant composition does not produce harmful vapours and forms a clean lubricating film capable of operation up to 2200{C, thus making it particularly suitable for lubricating ovens, particularly baking ovens. Also disclosed is the use of a lubricant composition comprising boron nitride for lubricating components in an oven; and the use of propylene glycol and water-soluble polyglycol as base materials in dry-film lubricant compositions.
Patent GB-2435662-A (GB)
Title: Bollard assembly
Inventor: DZOSENS ANDREJS
IPC: E01F9/646
Filed: 2006-03-02
Abstract: The bollard assembly, particularly for use as a retractable bollard system to protect commercial properties etc., comprises a bollard that has a body with a ground engaging base 12a and a top, in use, portion 12b to which a pivoting element 14 is pivotally mounted. The pivoting element is preferably connected so that it has first 14' and second parts 14'' located either side of the pivoting connection 16, the second part being heavier and longer than the first so that, at rest, the second part lies vertically below the first part which extends vertically upwards. The pivot axis is preferably normal to the longitudinal axis A of the bollard. The assembly preferably includes an actuating system to raise and lower the bollard out of the ground, with the pivoting element designed to provide a lie substantially flat on the ground and provide a cover for the bollard when the assembly is in the lowered position. Also claimed is an actuating system for a bollard assembly.
Patent GB-2436117-A (GB)
Title: Drying device for rapidly drying a substantially horizontal flat hard surface
Inventor: CHERILL ANDREW
IPC: E01C23/14
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: A drying device for drying a substantially horizontal surface 19, comprising a chassis 1 adapted for movement over the surface, a fuel source 17, a burner 7, 8 supplied by the fuel source to create a stream of hot gas or flame, a motor-driven fan 4 downstream of the burner, and an outlet (18, fig.3) downstream of the fan to direct the stream from the fan towards the surface. The fan may be powered by a self-contained engine attached to the fan housing. The outlet preferably extends greater than the width of the device and may include openings to allow part of the stream to drive away excess moisture and debris from the surface ahead of the drying stream.
Patent GB-2439934-A (GB)
Title: Laser-assisted spray system and nozzle
Inventor: HOPKINS WILLIAM GEOFFREY
IPC: B05B1/24
Filed: 2006-07-07
Abstract: A cold spray system (Fig 1) using a high speed gas flow (1) to accelerate a stream of particles on to a substrate 7, (5) to form coatings and layers 8, is equipped with a laser generator 10 to heat the particulate 2, 4 and substrate 7, (5), and melt and clear blockages that may occur in the associated converging/diverging nozzle 6.The beam of laser light 11 is positioned along the same axis 1 as the stream of particles that emanates from the nozzle 6. The dimensions of laser beam dimension 11 are either equal to or smaller than that of the throat 12 of outlet nozzle 6. Heated gas (2), 100-900{C, enters the arrangement via port 2 whilst particulate (3) enters via port 4. Other elements include annular cavities 3, 5 and window 9.
Patent GB-2430589-A (GB)
Title: Tuning a transmitter to a narrow band receiver by detecting reception peak timings resulting from swept frequency signals
Inventor: FRANK MICHAEL LOUIS
IPC: H03J7/18
Filed: 2006-09-21
Abstract: A transmitter produces a series of signals R1-R6 with frequencies ramped to sweep a band, sometimes known as chirped signals. The receiver's input filter has a narrow bandwidth compared with the swept band, hence peaks occur in the received signal when the frequency sweep passes through this narrow band. The timings of these peaks are recorded and can then be used to determine where the receiver pass band lies within the swept band. The transmitter frequency can then be adjusted to match the receiver pass band. This allows the transmitter to compensate for thermal or other drift in the receiver filter. The frequency sweeps can be either continuous or stepped.
Patent GB-2443189-A (GB)
Title: One way viewing partition
Inventor: KALMUS JONATHAN ADAM
IPC: E04B2/74
Filed: 2006-10-27
Abstract: A partition means is adapted to be substantially more transparent when viewed from one side (herein called "the transparent side") and substantially less transparent (i.e. substantially more opaque) when viewed from the opposite side (herein called "the opaque side"). The means comprises at least one partially reflecting, partially transparent material <B>10</B> slanting from an edge nearer the viewer to its opposite edge further from the viewer, and a surface adapted to be bright <B>25</B> and extending from the vicinity of said further edge towards the viewer, whereby when said surface is bright at least part of the viewer's view through the material from the opaque side will be impeded by the partial reflection of the bright surface, the partition means comprising means to make the partition means more user-friendly. Said means to make the partition more user-friendly is preferably the use of two oppositely slanting screens.
Patent GB-2430961-A (GB)
Title: Sensor system
Inventor: CHOUZENOU CHRISTIAN
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2005-07-07
Abstract: A sensor for installation in an underground well having a casing or tubing installed therein, the sensor comprising: a sensor body that can be installed in a hole formed in the casing or tubing so as to extend between the inside and outside of the casing or tubing; sensor elements located within the body and capable of sensing properties of an underground formation surrounding the well; and communication elements located within the body and capable of communicating information between the sensor elements and a communication device in the well; wherein the sensor body also includes a portion that can be sealed to the casing or tubing to prevent fluid communication between the inside and the outside of the casing or tubing through the hole when the sensor body is installed therein. The invention also provides systems incorporating such sensors, methods for installing sensors and applications of such systems. The sensors can include pressure, temperature, resistivity, conductivity, stress, strain, pH and chemical composition sensors.
Patent GB-2432022-A (GB)
Title: Regulatory data uniform submission component
Inventor: TINNIRELLO PAUL
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2007-02-14
Abstract: The invention relates to a system and method for collection, analysis, and submission of data for use in financial regulatory compliance in the insurance industry. In a preferred embodiment, the invention integrates an independently developed, standardized financial statement for collection of data by an insurance company, analyzes the collected data for compliance with specifications of a regulatory authority, and submits the data electronically and by other means to the regulatory authority. The financial statement provides detail on each insurer's business and investment risks, as well as information on insurance claims and reserves. The financial statement is one of several elements used by regulatory agencies and insurance-industry services providers to assess the financial strength of an insurance company. This assessment provides a reliable, objective means of indicating the financial strength and performance of insurance companies.
Patent GB-2431130-A (GB)
Title: A razor
Inventor: PRAJAPATI KAMLESH
IPC: B26B21/38
Filed: 2007-02-22
Abstract: A razor has a thin shaving blade (21) arranged so as to make direct contact with the user's skin, in use, and driver means (24, 25) for vibrating the blade as it is moved in contact with the user's skin. In a preferred embodiment the razor has a thin shaving blade (21) provided with a layer (22) of giant magnetostrictive material on at least a surface thereof and means (24, 25) for applying an oscillating magnetic field to the blade such that the surface of the blade is caused to flutter.
Patent GB-2447869-A (GB)
Title: SMS text message date reminder service
Inventor: CAIRNS GAVIN ROBERT
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2007-03-31
Abstract: Subscribers to the service are reminded of important dates in the future via periodical SMS text messages. The SMS text messages are charged at a premium rate or are provided under a subscription arrangement with the service provider. The process is very simple and a subscriber needs only input their own personal details into the service website. A subscriber will then invite their friends or relatives to subscribe and join a group. Subscribers will then receive SMS text messages which are sent periodically, for example every two weeks, informing them of the birthdays and anniversaries of their fellow group members in the forthcoming period which may be for example 1 or 2 weeks.
Patent GB-2448155-A (GB)
Title: A riser rail assembly
Inventor: BRASH ROBIN EDWARD
IPC: A47K3/28
Filed: 2007-04-04
Abstract: A riser rail assembly <B>10</B> for an electric shower system comprising a hollow member <B>12</B> for supporting a shower head, a water inlet <B>14</B>, a water outlet <B>18</B> and a heating element <B>26</B> disposed within the hollow member <B>12</B> to heat water flowing from the water inlet <B>14</B> to the water outlet <B>18</B>. A plurality of heating elements may be provided. Baffles <B>28</B> may be provided within the hollow member. A control means, which may be a solenoid valve <B>24</B>, may be provided to control the flow of water in the hollow member. A thermal cut-out operated by a sensor <B>32</B> at the water outlet may also be provided.
Patent GB-2433917-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable document file binding device
Inventor: YAU YIMWAI
IPC: B42F13/30
Filed: 2005-09-22
Abstract: An adjustable document file binding device comprises a binding seat and at least one binding element, wherein the binding element opening inward is slideably fixed in the binding seat to form a space for file, and after regulating these components can be fixed together in place by some fasten means. The binding seat is a rectangular frame constituted by a bottom wall, a rear wall perpendicular to the bottom wall and two side walls at end of the bottom wall and the rear wall, which opens in two directions. The binding element is a U-shaped body corresponding to the binding seat. One or plurals of retractable and detachable connectors for loose leaves are mounted between the binding seat and the binding element. If comprising at least two binding elements, the binding device can form at least two spaces for receiving files by sliding one or some binding elements. The present invention may be used to set loose leaves and other files simultaneously.
Patent GB-2440024-A (GB)
Title: Directional drilling using a reactive clutch
Inventor: RUSSELL MICHAEL KING
IPC: E21B7/04
Filed: 2007-07-03
Abstract: A down-hole drilling assembly, for directional drilling includes a bent housing of a bottom hole assembly (18, fig 1) and a clutch 110,112 controlled by a control system 120 such that the clutch 110, 112 balances reaction torque when the orientation angle of the bent housing Is correct. The clutch 110, 112 comprises a gearbox and an electromagnetic torque device driven by the gearbox and the electromagnetic torque device comprises a rotor and a stator. Also claimed is a directional drilling control system comprising a step up gearbox and an electromagnetic clutch having a rotor and a stator.
Patent GB-2448950-A (GB)
Title: Fibre-reinforced composite moulding and manufacture thereof
Inventor: JONES DANIEL THOMAS
IPC: B29B11/00
Filed: 2007-10-19
Abstract: The present invention provides a method of manufacturing a fibre-reinforced composite moulding, the method comprising the steps of: (a) disposing a surfacing layer on a portion of a mould surface, the surfacing layer comprising a first resin material and being in the form of at least one solid sheet; (b) disposing at least one layer of fibrous reinforcing material on the surfacing layer to provide, on the portion of the mould surface, an assembly of the surfacing layer and a structural layer comprising the at least one layer of fibrous reinforcing material; (c) applying a vacuum to the assembly; (d) infusing a flowable second resin material, under the vacuum, into the at least one layer of fibrous reinforcing material; and (e) curing the first and second resin materials to form the fibre-reinforced composite moulding which comprises a surface portion formed from the surfacing layer laminated to a structural portion formed from the at least one layer of fibrous reinforcing material and the second resin material.
Patent GB-2460068-A (GB)
Title: Wipe
Inventor: GORDON MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: A47K10/16
Filed: 2008-05-15
Abstract: The invention relates to wipes 1 formed from a continuous length of material 2 with parallel side edges 2A,2B having a leading end 3A and a trailing end 3B. Ruputurable lines 4 are spaced along the length of material separating each wipe 1. The rupturable lines 4 extend from point 5A on one first side edge 2A to a point 5B on the other second side edge 2B. Each rupturable line 4 requiring varying degrees of strength to rupture it at different points over its length and the rupturable line being other than normal (perpendicular) to the first and second side edges. The line may be easier to rupture at one edge than the other or may be more difficult to rupture in the middle. The rupture lines are formed by slots or apertures wherein the slots are longer where it is easier to rupture or the apertures occur at a greater frequency.
Patent GB-2447001-A (GB)
Title: System for acquiring seismic data with six components
Inventor: MENARD JEAN-PAUL
IPC: G01P15/18
Filed: 2006-12-28
Abstract: The invention relates to a system for acquiring seismic data, characterized in that it comprises means (20, 30, 21, 31, 22, 32) devised in such a way that they make it possible to measure translational movements of a medium along three independent components in space and rotational movements about each of these three independent components, thus forming a system with six components.
Patent GB-2462667-A (GB)
Title: Snooker themed dice game
Inventor: ROBBINS GUY JOSEPH
IPC: A63F9/04
Filed: 2008-07-03
Abstract: A dice game with a snooker theme uses three dice, one having six sides and two having eight sides. The six sided die has five faces marked to indicate a good shot, and a face marked to indicate a foul. One eight sided die has six faces harked to indicate a red ball being potted, and two faces marked or left blank to indicate a red being missed. The other eight sided die has six faces marked to indicate one of the coloured balls being potted, and two faces marked or left blank to indicate a coloured ball being missed. During play, all three dice are rolled. If the six sided die indicates a good shot, the reds die and colours die determine whether a red and colour have been potted. Play passes to an opponent when the six sided die indicates a foul, or an eight sided die indicates a missed shot. When all fifteen reds have been potted, players use the six sided die and the colours die in an attempt to pot the colours in the usual snooker sequence. Points are scored in the manner of snooker, and recorded on a score sheet. Rules may be printed on the reverse of the score sheet. The dice indicia may be in the form of words and/or coloured markings. The dice and score sheet may be arranged to fit inside a 35mm camera film case.
Patent GB-2457826-A (GB)
Title: A method of designing a mill assembly
Inventor: PATIL HARSHAD
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2009-03-27
Abstract: A method of designing a mill assembly 100 for milling a window in a casing, comprising: determining characteristics of a lead mill 110 comprising a first body having a plurality of blades and a plurality of cutters having cylindrical bodies secured to the plurality of blades; determining characteristics of a shaft 120 having a first end adapted to receive the lead mill and the second end adapted to be threadably connected to a drill assembly; determining characteristics of an engagement point such as second mill 130; and selecting a location X on the shaft for the engagement point to be placed. The location is selected based upon the relationship: F= (3E*I*   w  max)/ L3 wherein F is load; E is modulus of elasticity of the shaft; I is the moment of inertia;   w  max is the maximum deflection of the shaft; and L is the length of the shaft from a gage of the lead mill to the engagement point.
Patent GB-2457829-A (GB)
Title: Rubber floor tile with drainage
Inventor: O'CALLAGHAN SEAMUS
IPC: A01K1/015
Filed: 2009-04-08
Abstract: A rubber floor tile 1 has a rectangular body 3 with a pair of rows 7(a), 7(b) of drainage holes 5 therein. The rubber floor tile 1 further comprises a plurality of floor engaging plugs 9 coincident and in-line with the rows of drainage holes. The plugs 9 engage a pair of laterally spaced apart adjacent elongate apertures (25, Fig.4) in a floor of an animal housing. The floor engaging plugs 9 are provided with an internal bore 17 and a plurality of ribs 47 and are dimensioned to be push-fit into the elongate apertures (25, Fig.4) to form a secure and tight fit in the apertures (25, Fig.4) thereby holding the rubber tile 1 firmly in position relative to the floor.
Patent GB-2472646-A (GB)
Title: CCTV system arranged to detect the characteristics of a fire
Inventor: BOYD ALAN FREDERICK
IPC: G08B17/10
Filed: 2009-08-14
Abstract: A closed circuit television system is arranged such that it can automatically detect a fire and actuate an alarm. The system is provided with a means for analysing the images being relayed by at least one camera of the CCTV system, and detecting a characteristic of a fire. The system is further provided with a means for actuating an alarm in the event that a characteristic of a fire is detected by the analysing means. The characteristic of the fire may be a flame or smoke. The CCTV system may be linked to a remote monitoring centre such that if the alarm is actuated on detection of a characteristic of a fire, the fire brigade may be alerted.
Patent GB-2469352-A (GB)
Title: Electronic shelf label with rotatable lockable mounting
Inventor: JUNG KEUN HWA
IPC: G09F3/20
Filed: 2009-09-28
Abstract: An electronic shelf label 20 is mounted to a shelf edge by means of a rotatable, lockable mounting 50. The mounting includes a locking device comprising a protrusion (32, Fig. 2) which is received in a hole 45 in the shelf edge. The protrusion is vertically movable against biasing force and a tool is provided for unlocking the mounting by appropriate movement of the protrusion.
Patent GB-2464193-A (GB)
Title: A plastic moulded bakery tray
Inventor: CAVALCANTE MAURICIO D
IPC: B65D21/02
Filed: 2009-10-02
Abstract: A tray (10), such as for baked goods, includes a base (12) and a pair of opposed side walls (16) extending upward from side edges of the base (12). A front wall (14) and a rear wall (15) extend upward from a front edge and a rear edge of the base (12). The front wall (14) and rear wall (15) each have at least a portion that is shorter than the side walls (16). The front wall (14) and rear wall (15) each include an inner wall portion (21) spaced inwardly of an outer wall portion (22). The front wall (14) and rear wall (15) each including at least one portion (60) of reduced width at an upper edge of the front wall (14) and the rear wall (15). The portion (60) of reduced width accommodates the notches (54) of a similar tray (10') cross stacked thereon.
Patent GB-2475548-A (GB)
Title: A method of providing finishing parameters related to an ophthalmic lens
Inventor: CLARA PHILIPPE
IPC: G02C13/00
Filed: 2009-11-24
Abstract: A method of providing finishing parameters related to an ophthalmic lens adapted to a spectacle frame begins by providing generic finishing parameters (GFP) for an ophthalmic lens adapted to a spectacle frame, the generic finishing parameters (GFP) being associated to a first identifier (ID1). Next a request (REQ1) from a distant entity, indicating an association between said first identifier ID1 and a second identifier (ID2) assigned to the chosen finishing entity (CFE) is received. Then the method generates specific finishing parameters (SFP) for a chosen finishing entity (CFE) by associating the generic finishing parameters (GFP) with specific parameters corresponding to the chosen finishing entity (CFE). Next a second request (REQ2) associated with at least the first identifier (ID 1) is received based upon which the specific finishing parameters (SFP) are sent to the chosen finishing entity (CFE).