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Patent GB-2370676-A (GB)
Title: Displays for shopping trolleys
Inventor: SABIN DAVID
IPC: B62B3/14
Filed: 2001-11-30
Abstract: A display unit 20 is formed from a first plate element 22, which can be attached to a cross member 15 of a trolley 1, and a second plate element 24 attached to the first plate element 22. The first plate element 22 may have a bracket which receives the cross member 15 on which the display unit 20 is mounted and one or more releasable fasteners attach the display unit to the trolley 1. The second plate element 24 may be angled relative to the first element and faces a user of the trolley 1. The second plate element 24 may have back and front plates 30, 32 separated by a gap in to which a component 34 such as advertisements or other information may be introduced via a slot 36. The gap may be sealed around sides 40 and bottom 42. The front plate 32 may have a large opening which enables the user to view the information displayed on component 34.
Patent GB-2367692-A (GB)
Title: Method of producing organic light-emissive devices
Inventor: BERGER PAUL RAYMOND
IPC: H01L51/40
Filed: 2000-06-01
Abstract: A method for forming a patterned layer of a light-emissive material on a substrate, comprising the steps of providing a holed layer on the surface of the substrate, the holed layer being permanently attached to the substrate and defining a plurality of holes through which the underlying substrate is exposed, and applying a light-emissive material to the surface of the holed layer opposite the substrate and displacing the light-emissive material in fluid form across the surface of the holed layer so as to selectively deposit the material only in the holes of the holed layer.
Patent GB-2374809-A (GB)
Title: Golfer's backswing accuracy visual device
Inventor: DUMMER MICHAEL
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2002-03-07
Abstract: A visual aid device to assist a golfer gain a consistent level of accuracy in their back swing, comprises of a bracket clip (1) a ninety degree bracket (6) a bolt, nut and spring (2) this maintains tension across the device, two liquid levels, which are clear plastic tubes filled with a coloured liquid and bent to a slow radius (3), Cogs (5) to adjust in unison liquid levels (3) and Lines to indicate when the device is level around clear plastic tube (4).
Patent GB-2388097-A (GB)
Title: Aggregate container formed from separate parts
Inventor: WHITE DAVID ALAN GILBERT
IPC: B65D81/32
Filed: 2002-04-23
Abstract: An aggregate container is formed from two separate containers (30,35) which respectively have an engagement member (32,33) and an engagement recess (36,37), the engagement member (32,33) of one container being received within the engagement recess (36,37) of the other container. Preferably, the relative rotation of the two containers holds the engagement member (32,33) within its respective engagement recess (36,37). Alternatively a push-fit arrangement may be used to hold the two containers together. In a further embodiment of the invention identical containers may be provided, each with one or more engagement members and recesses. The use of multiple connections between the containers gives a more robust aggregate container. The contents of both containers may be dispensed together by pressing them transversely of their interface.
Patent GB-2388781-A (GB)
Title: Restraint for use in attaching drip
Inventor: FALCONER MALCOLM IAN
IPC: A61M5/52
Filed: 2002-05-22
Abstract: A restraint or splint for medical use comprising a flexible layer 1 having an underside with a rigid bracing member 5 attached thereto. The underside of the flexible layer 1 and the rigid member 5 is covered with an adhesive cushioning layer 6 which is preferably a hydro-gel material. The cushioning layer 6 also acts as an adhesive layer to attach the restraint to a patient. The adhesive layer 6 is preferably covered with a release paper 9. The restraint restricts movement of the patient's joint to which it is applied thereby allowing the easy application of a cannula of an intravenous infusion to the wearer's limb and preventing further movement of the joint which could cause the cannula to become detached.
Patent GB-2390523-A (GB)
Title: A plant protector
Inventor: DUCKWORTH MICHAEL HARDY
IPC: A01G13/10
Filed: 2002-07-12
Abstract: The plant protector consists of a one- piece container which is designed to hold a continuous channel of water around a plant growing area. The water holding channel, which has a U-shaped cross section, is sunk in the ground forming a barrier in the form of a moat preventing animals such as slugs or snails from reaching plants which are planted within the enclosed area. The size of the water channel is such that the device remains effective for long periods of time despite evaporation of the water. The depth of the device also has the effect of forming a physical barrier to underground attack. The protector is lightweight and reusable, being made from plastic or any other waterproof material.
Patent GB-2378968-A (GB)
Title: Support structure
Inventor: NICHOLSON LESLIE
IPC: E02D17/08
Filed: 2002-07-22
Abstract: A reusable support assembly (1) for use with an excavated hole includes a number of piles (2), a perimeter frame (3) and bracing clamps (4) providing an adjustable support. The bracing clamps (4) include two engaging members (18, fig 10), at least one clamp stiffening device (22, fig 10) and an adjustable clamp extension mechanism (21, fig 10). The engaging members (18, fig 10) are cable of pivotal movement and are located at opposite ends of an axis as defined by the clamp stiffening device (22, fig 10) and the adjustable clamp extension mechanism (21, fig 10).
Patent GB-2376157-A (GB)
Title: A method of generating a configuration for a configurable spread spectrum communication device
Inventor: SUBRAMANIAN RAVI
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2001-01-29
Abstract: A method of generating a configuration for a configurable spread spectrum communication device (104) is disclosed herein. The method, implemented on a computing device (220) having a processor (204) and a computer readable memory (206), starts with a first step of receiving an input identifying a desired function, and a desired operation within the desired function, to be implemented by a configurable communication device (104). In a subsequent step, a signal flow path (109) for the desired operation is generated by the computing device. Next, the desired operation is mapped onto a computing element (106, 108) within the configurable communication device; the computing element having localized control and being function-specific. The aforementioned steps are repeated to satisfy multiple operations required to enable the desired function. Next, a configurable interconnect of the configurable electronic device is configured to enable the mapping operation and signal flow path across a computing element for each of the multiple operations which together enable the desired function.
Patent GB-2380252-A (GB)
Title: Headlamp device for a vehicle
Inventor: TAWA YUKI
IPC: B60Q1/06
Filed: 2002-08-16
Abstract: A headlamp device 1 for a vehicle comprises a first light distribution controlling portion 27 and a second light controlling portion 34. The first light controlling portion sends a signal for controlling the light distribution to the second light distribution controlling portion. The second light distribution controlling portion adjusts light irradiated from a light source 17, 21 in a vertical direction. Preferably, the first light controlling portion also adjusts light irradiated from the light source in a lateral direction. The headlamp device may provide for movement of the light distribution in relation to vehicle speed, pitch and roll, steering angle and for reversing manoeuvres.
Patent GB-2395944-A (GB)
Title: Water disinfection knitted matrix with active ceramics
Inventor: BREBNER GRAHAM COLIN
IPC: C02F1/28
Filed: 2002-09-09
Abstract: A water disinfection/filtration media comprising a knitted mesh 1 of silver and copper wire and active ceramics 2. The wires may be silver-plated copper. Optionally the silver-plated copper wires and other wires with known bacteriacidal properties, e.g. zinc can be knitted together and rolled into a bung to provide a considerable surface area with an open matrix. The active ceramics assist in the release of minute quantities of silver ions from the silver copper matrix allowing for their uptake by any micro-organisms. The device enables disinfection of fluids without an external power source and below the boiling point of water.
Patent GB-2383056-A (GB)
Title: Roof construction for ventilation
Inventor: SHILLABEER JOHN LOUIS
IPC: E04D13/17
Filed: 2002-10-23
Abstract: A building component (100) to be mounted on roof timbers adjacent the eaves of a pitched roof has an upper support surface (102) for supporting roof felt and a front portion (104) shaped to engage the top of a fascia board (124). The front portion (104) is hinged (106) so that it can be angled to suit different roof pitches. Insulation (126) is held away from the underside of the support surface (102) by a tray-like ventilation member (116, 118). Thus a clear ventilation path is ensured beneath the felt from the eaves to behind the component (100).
Patent GB-2381945-A (GB)
Title: Cell
Inventor: KOJIMA TETSUZO
IPC: H01M50/559
Filed: 2002-10-30
Abstract: A cell such as a nonaqueous secondary cell includes a cell case (1) having an open end (4), a end cap (12) welded to the open end (4) of the cell case (1), a through terminal hole formed in the end cap (12), and a terminal (13) inserted through the terminal hole with an insulating sealer (14) filling the terminal hole so as to be fixed in the terminal hole and so as to be insulated from the end cap (12). The end cap (12) includes a thinner portion (26) thinner than its other portion.
Patent GB-2398231-A (GB)
Title: Adapter for attaching disposable wipes to a mop
Inventor: NGUYEN LAMSON
IPC: A47L13/256
Filed: 2003-02-14
Abstract: An adapter for attaching disposable wipes to a mop (100) comprises a removable adapter 10 which is attached to a mop head, a disposable wipe (200) being attached to said adapter by attaching means 70A, 70B. The attaching means may comprise flexible grippers. The adapter is attached to said mop head by retaining elements 30B, 32B. The adapter provides a larger surface area over which the mop may be spread, allowing a larger proportion of the disposable wipe to be used.
Patent GB-2398546-A (GB)
Title: A vehicle airbag mounted to the inboard side of the seat with lateral support
Inventor: BOSTROEM OLA
IPC: B60R21/2165
Filed: 2003-02-21
Abstract: An air-bag unit is disclosed which is mounted to the inboard side of a vehicle seat (1). The air-bag unit comprises an inflatable air-bag (15) connected to an inflator (14) which is actuable to inflate the air-bag (15). The air-bag unit also comprises a support element (18). The air-bag (15) is configured to provide lateral protection to at least the thorax (7) of an occupant (4) of the seat (1) and the support element (18) is moveable upon actuation of the air-bag unit from an initial position to an operative position. The support element (18) is configured to extend inboard of the inflated air-bag (15) when in its operative position so as to provide lateral support to at least part of the inflated air-bag (15).
Patent GB-2400457-A (GB)
Title: Dehumidifier control system
Inventor: ELLIOTT JOHN MALCOLM
IPC: F24F3/153
Filed: 2003-05-08
Abstract: A control system is arranged to monitor changes in a relevant environmental parameter such as relative humidity (RH) over a period of time to establish a reference level, and the operation of the dehumidifier is determined by whether the current RH is above or below the established reference level. When RH is above the reference level the dehumidifier runs continuously, or at least for an extended. During low RH periods the duty cycle can be set by the user so that the dehumidifier may run for 75% or 50% of the time. An override condition may be selected during which the dehumidifier runs continuously. Predetermined maximum and minimum RH levels may determine whether the dehumidifier runs continuously or is permanently off.
Patent GB-2401153-A (GB)
Title: System for continuous tidal power energy generation
Inventor: MAY JOHN ANDREW
IPC: F03B13/26
Filed: 2003-05-19
Abstract: A system of reservoirs 2,3, turbines 20-31, main pipelines 6-8 and valves 9-18 is enclosed by a sea wall 4 with the main pipelines protruding through the wall. When the rising tide on the outside of the wall 4 reaches one metre above the protruding pipelines 6-8, water enters and discharges through inlets and outlets 34-36. Tidal water can be kept flowing continuously through the twelve turbines 20-31 in a clockwise direction at all levels of the tide by the appropriately timed opening and closing of the valves 9-18. In emergency and for maintenance work, a turbine may be isolated by valves (37,38, fig.3) and bypassed by a bypass pipeline (40). The system could be built onshore, offshore or on land already below sea level.
Patent GB-2403051-A (GB)
Title: Logic controller programming system
Inventor: LEA RICHARD WALTER
IPC: G05B19/048
Filed: 2003-06-17
Abstract: A safety circuit arrangement for electrical equipment, electromechanical machinery, or the like comprises a programmable logic controller (PLC) (7) fitted with a replaceable read-only memory (ROM) chip (6a) containing instructions to cause the PLC (7) to operate to simulate a desired hardwired safety circuit. These instructions are installed into the ROM chip (6) using a chip programming unit (5) controlled by a computer (1). The computer (1) is programmed to allow a user to build up a representation of the desired safety circuit on screen (2) and to convert the circuit so represented to instructions for the PLC (7) to simulate that circuit. The simulated safety circuit may be tested to see whether it operates as desired, either by the computer (1) prior to transfer of the instructions to the chip (6), or by a separate validation unit into which the chip (6) is inserted prior to being fitted to the PLC (7). The PLC (7) may only be reprogrammed by removing a first chip (6a) and replacing it with a second chip (6a) bearing different instructions.
Patent GB-2405742-A (GB)
Title: Energy and water autonomous generator
Inventor: USHER MARTIN PHILIP
IPC: H01M8/06
Filed: 2003-09-06
Abstract: A generator unit comprises one or more relatively low output power source eg. a photovoltaic array, a wind generator or a turbine, a water electrolyser and a hydrogen fuel cell. The low output source(s) may be used to provide a constant low level supply of power which may be used directly and is also used to drive the electrolyser to generate hydrogen and oxygen from water, of which the hydrogen at least is stored. If a period of high power output is required, the stored hydrogen is fed to the fuel cell, which is a relatively high output power source. Electricity from the fuel cell may either be used directly or used to charge storage batteries. The system may be substantially self contained in that hydrogen and oxygen from the electrolyser are stored for use as fuel cell reactants, and the water produced during fuel cell operation is stored for recycling to the electrolyser. The generator thus functions as an autonomous supply of hydrogen, oxygen, water or electricity as required. The generator is primarily intended for use in boats or other maritime vessels but may also be used in any mobile or fixed, land based or aerospace unit.
Patent GB-2404428-A (GB)
Title: Laying a pipeline using floating devices and bend restriction devices
Inventor: BAGHERNEJAD MASSOUD
IPC: F16L1/24
Filed: 2003-11-07
Abstract: A method and apparatus for laying an underwater pipeline 13. The method includes the steps of constructing lengths of pipeline 12 by endwise connection of a plurality of pipe segments and securing bend restriction means 16 along the length of said lengths of pipeline 12. The bend restriction means 16 is arranged to prevent the lengths of pipeline 12 from bending by more than a predetermined maximum amount. Flotation means 26 are secured to the lengths of pipeline 12 such that the lengths of pipeline are held adjacent the surface of the ocean and the lengths of pipeline are towed to the desired location. Each length of pipeline 12, is connected to an adjacent length of pipeline and the flotation means 26 are released from each length of pipeline so that the length of pipeline sinks to the ocean floor. Alternatively, the buoyancy of the flotation means 26 is changed to effect sinking. Preferably, the bend restriction means 16 and flotation means 26 comprise a plurality of interconnected bend restriction devices 18 and flotation devices 28 respectively. Preferably, the bend restriction means 16 are released from the pipeline 12 after laying is complete.
Patent GB-2397138-A (GB)
Title: A method of controlling an internal combustion engine of a vehicle
Inventor: WICKS ANDREW
IPC: F02D41/10
Filed: 2004-01-07
Abstract: An internal combustion engine (11) has auxiliary engine devices (12-14) which consume engine power when in use. In a method of control of the engine (11), the power consumptions of the auxiliary devices (12-14) are controlled between Maximum and Minimum thresholds, depending upon vehicle engine operating conditions. Preferably, the engine power consumed by said devices (12-14) is increased during conditions of vehicle deceleration or overrun and is reduced during vehicle acceleration and cruise. An engine control module (ECM 16) controls the operation of the engine and is connected to a plurality of sensors (17-19) for monitoring vehicle and engine operating conditions, the ECM being programmed to control the power consumptions of the auxiliary devices (12-14) depending upon sensed conditions.
Patent GB-2410903-A (GB)
Title: A light emitting device for preventing retinal diseases
Inventor: ARDEN GEOFFREY BERNARD
IPC: A61N5/06
Filed: 2004-02-16
Abstract: A light emitting device 1 i.e. a pair of glasses for preventing retinal diseases comprises light sources 7 for emitting light onto at least one eye 3 of the user such that the dark adaptation of the eye is inhibited without substantially disturbing the user when asleep. The light source may be LED's emitting a green light with an intensity of 0.1 candela or less with a wavelength of around 480nm which is emitted onto the eye. The light source may also have a wavelength of 510nm falling onto the retina of the eye when the eyelid is closed. The device may block ambient light from the eye and have a rechargeable battery 9 and a headband 4 to secure the device to the user when sleeping. A further embodiment involves a method of inhibiting the progression of retinal disease using the above device.
Patent GB-2411339-A (GB)
Title: A waste bin for recyclable materials
Inventor: MCNARRY JONATHAN
IPC: B65F1/00
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: A waste bin 2 houses a number of removable smaller containers or bins 7 for the collection of recyclable materials, each container or bin 7 providing separate storage for a different type of recyclable material. Preferably the removable containers or bins 7 would include a folding or retractable handle 8 to enable them to be removed from the larger outer container 2 which may be divided into sections 4 by interior walls 5. They may also include an indication of the recyclable material to be stored within it by means of descriptive labelling or embossing 10 or by colour coding. Preferably the larger outer container would include a cover 6 to prevent spillage and retain odours. The waste bin 2 may be free standing, wall mountable or built into a cupboard. Preferably the containers shall be constructed of a suitable durable, non-corroding easily cleanable material.
Patent GB-2405559-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic Key to enable or disable use of electrical device.
Inventor: HAHN DIETMAR
IPC: G06F21/81
Filed: 2004-07-29
Abstract: The invention is based on an electronic key to disable or enable use of an electrical device (10), particularly for protection against theft in the case of a hand-held machine tool, with an aerial (44) and a transmitter (52) for wireless transmission of an enabling signal to the electrical device (10). It is proposed that for passive power supply a power supply circuit (54) which is connected to the aerial (44) is provided, to obtain electrical energy from an electromagnetic interrogation signal which is received via the aerial (44). The invention also includes a corresponding electrical device (10).
Patent GB-2417453-A (GB)
Title: Blade aid device
Inventor: KHAN-SULLMAN RUSSELL ABDUL-RAH
IPC: A61B17/32
Filed: 2004-08-24
Abstract: A blade aid device suitable for use with a scalpel comprises two co-acting components 9, 10, each with an inner and an outer part, interconnected via a means of motion 11, designed to enclose and encapsulate a blade 28 when in a closed position, such that the device can be reversibly opened and closed, and may be secured in the closed position when the device is in use. The device also features blade abutment surfaces 12, 19 on both co-acting components 9, 10 that serve to keep the enclosed blade in a fixed, reproducible, and non-displaceable position within the device when it is in the closed position. Additionally, the device is provided with means of guidance that align, assist and direct the handle-key 6 to and from a blade keyhole 2 during the process of blade-to-handle engagement and disengagement, with blade-flexing means provided to ensure that the rear-end of the enclosed blade does not interfere with or impede the process of blade-gripping and blade-flexing actions only occurring when the device is in the closed position, with the blade positioned within the device.
Patent GB-2429161-A (GB)
Title: Multi layered wound dressing
Inventor: SHAW HELEN
IPC: A61F13/00
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: A multi layered wound dressing for use on wounds producing high levels of exudate, the dressing comprising a transmission layer having a high MVTR; an absorbent core capable of absorbing and retaining exudates; and a wound contacting layer which transmits exudate to the absorbent core, the absorbent core and wound contacting layer limiting the lateral spread of exudate in the dressing to the region of the wound.
Patent GB-2432439-A (GB)
Title: Providing data generated by a computer application to a database
Inventor: CONNELLY STEPHEN PHILIP
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2006-10-17
Abstract: Data generated by a computer application is provided to a database by means of the following method: <SL> <LI>(i) the data is encoded (e.g. XML-encoded) according to predetermined encoding rules, so as to be transmitted by means of a transmission protocol (e.g. TCP, UDP, HTTP); <LI>(ii) a mapping is developed from the encoded data to a database schema; and <LI>(iii) the data is stored in the database according to the schema; </SL> wherein the encoding of the data, the developing of the mapping and the storing of the data in the database are performed by a computer system. The stored data may be data related to a network transmission events.
Patent GB-2443641-A (GB)
Title: A button having travel limited by a friction fitted bush
Inventor: KAY ROBERT ANTHONY SMEDLEY
IPC: H01H13/14
Filed: 2006-11-09
Abstract: An activator such as button 120 that in use engages with an electric or fluid control means 170 has a retainer 200 that allows the activator to move relative to the retainer upon initial introduction of them during assembly but preventing relative movement of them thereafter, with movement of the activator 120 in use being restricted by the retainer 200. The activator 120 extends through a face plate 112, and the retainer 200 may be a nylon or plastic bush or collar which is a friction fit on a pin 140 of the activator. A bush retainer (82, figs 1 and 2) may screw into an aperture (90, figs 1 and 2) in the faceplate. The head of the button 120 fits within a recess to give a low profile that avoids damage. An extension (292, figs 5 and 6) clipped into the retainer can engage the control means. Manufacturing tolerances can be addressed by the position of the retainer 200 relative to the button 120. The activator can replace a touch-sensitive plate in a light dimmer control.