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Patent GB-2301101-A (GB)
Title: Process for the recovery of carbon monoxide from a purge gas containing at least carbon monoxide,nitrogen and hydrogen
Inventor: HESSE PETER
IPC: C01B32/40
Filed: 1996-05-20
Abstract: There is described a process for the recovery of carbon monoxide from a purge gas from acetic acid synthesis containing at least carbon monoxide, nitrogen and hydrogen, wherein the purge gas (6) containing at least carbon monoxide, nitrogen and hydrogen is separated into a gas fraction (11) rich in carbon monoxide and a residual gas fraction (12,13) rich in nitrogen and hydrogen by means of an adsorption process (G), preferably by means of a pressure swing adsorption process, and the gas fraction (11) rich in carbon monoxide is returned before the acetic acid synthesis (C).
Patent GB-2305129-A (GB)
Title: Golf ball dimple configuration and method
Inventor: STIEFEL JOSEPH F
IPC: A63B45/00
Filed: 1996-06-05
Abstract: A dimple configuration for the surface of a golf ball is provided by selecting a fixed number of dimples, placing said dimples on a computer model of the ball in random, helter-skelter locations on one selected section without regard to the other dimples present, and identifying each dimple and the adjacent dimples which overlap it. For each dimple so identified, the aggregate component of overlap in the longitudinal and latitudinal directions is computed, the center of each dimple is relocated so as to minimize overlap, and the steps of identifying, computing and relocating are repeated for each dimple until the aggregate overlap is reduced to a predetermined amount. The resultant ball provides a random dimple configuration which has no repeating patterns within the sections. The aggregate overlap may be reduced to no dimple overlap.
Patent GB-2314463-A (GB)
Title: PCB mounting pad arrangement for plastic ball grid array module
Inventor: GARBELLI FRANCESCO
IPC: H01L21/60
Filed: 1996-06-19
Abstract: A Plastic Ball Grid Array electronic package having the conductive metal pads of variable area. The central pads are wider than those closer to the border for compensating the warpage effect on the final package. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2305325-A (GB)
Title: Sampling rate conversion using digital differential analyzers
Inventor: CHEN CHIH-KANG
IPC: H04N5/45
Filed: 1996-08-28
Abstract: Magnification/reduction of a video image is achieved by a single FIR filter 19 under the control of a Digital Differential Analyzer (DDA) 21 as would be used to simulate a perfectly straight line on a two-dimensional raster. The single FIR filter 19 combines the processes of interpolation, filter, and decimation. The DDA 21 is programmed with the desired magnification/reduction ratio and provides signals that control shifting of input samples into the FIR filter 19 and selection of FIR coefficients for the FIR filter 19.
Patent GB-2318102-A (GB)
Title: Human powered hydraulic drive system
Inventor: COOK TERRY THOMAS
IPC: B62M19/00
Filed: 1996-10-08
Abstract: A human powered hydraulic drive system uses foot or hand driven oscillating cranks or levers 11 to produce pulsating pressure signals between a pair of semi-rotary transmitting actuators 12,14 and a pair of semi-rotary receiving actuators 17,20. The motion of the receiving actuators is converted by freewheeling clutches into uni-directional rotation of a driven shaft 18. A pressure transformation sub-system can be incorporated to vary the system gain. The system is particularly suitable for driving a bicycle but may also be used to produce rotation in shafts and axles of other wheeled personal transport, airscrews, machinery and exercising equipment.
Patent GB-2309588-A (GB)
Title: Thin film transistor for antistatic circuit
Inventor: JEONG JAE GOAN
IPC: H01L29/06
Filed: 1996-12-30
Abstract: A thin film transistor for an antistatic circuit, comprises wells formed on a Si substrate, insulating layers 72 for electrical isolation between electrodes formed within the wells, low density impurity diffused regions 73 respectively interposed between the insulating layers 72, a first high-density impurity diffused region 74 formed within one low-density region, a second high-density impurity diffused region formed within the other low-density region, inter-level insulating layers 75 formed on the insulating layers and the low-density regions, and metal gate electrodes 76 formed on the low-density regions and the inter-level insulating layers, at least one of the first high-density region and the second high-density region being arranged to overlap an active region 70, inward from outside edges of the active region. The circuit prevents junction leakage currents caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Patent GB-2324067-A (GB)
Title: Artwork comprising tiles or boards releasably mounted on a wall
Inventor: PARTON DENIS
IPC: E04F13/08
Filed: 1997-04-11
Abstract: The artwork comprises tiles or boards 10-21 releasably mounted on a wall 3 by means of Velcro (RTM) or magnetic fastenings 2.
Patent GB-2314174-A (GB)
Title: Automatic programming method and device for multi system machine tool
Inventor: HARADA EIJI
IPC: G05B19/4093
Filed: 1997-06-12
Abstract: An automatic programming system automatically decides which machining system should perform which machining step and generates a machining program therefore. The programming system utilizes machining step information SA, workpiece information SB, tool information SC and machining step corresponding workpiece information SD. The machining step information SA defines a machining step kind and a machining specification for each machining step. The workpiece information SB defines a workpiece material and a workpiece shape for each workpiece. The tool information SC defines a specification of a tool used in each machining system, a machining step type that is workable and workpiece material workable by the tool. The machining step corresponding workpiece information SD defines a workpiece used in each machining step. Moreover, a machining system for actually performing the machining step is decided when there are a plurality workable machining systems on the basis of system priority rule information SF, which defines a preferred machining system when there are a plurality workable machining systems.
Patent GB-2315299-A (GB)
Title: Variable speed drive refrigerant compressor
Inventor: WATANABE EIJI
IPC: F25B31/02
Filed: 1997-07-10
Abstract: In a refrigerant compressor which is used in a refrigeration cycle and carries out variable speed drive by changing a frequency supplied from a power source, the compressor has a predetermined operational frequency range at steady operation except for at a start-up, and the operational frequency range has a minimum operational frequency which is not less than a frequency near to the frequency of the power supply.
Patent GB-2327238-A (GB)
Title: Slider for a slide fastener
Inventor: NEDBAL LUCIANO
IPC: A44B19/26
Filed: 1997-07-11
Abstract: A slider for a slide fastener comprising a slider body 6, moveable along a slide fastener 10 to couple and uncouple fastening elements 12, and a pull tab 24 attached to the slider body 6, for instance via a pin 26, 26', so as to be rotatable about an axis in the direction of movement of the slider body 6. A connecting element 22 may be used to attach the pull tab 24 to the slider body 6, the connecting element 22 being rotatable relative to the slider body 6 about an axis transverse to the direction of movement of the slider body 6. Preferably the pull tab 24 is of rigid construction. The rotatable pull tab 24 of the slider allows a slide fastening following a nonlinear path to be opened and closed without the user having to change grip or twist the fastener.
Patent GB-2327847-A (GB)
Title: Secured plant pot
Inventor: BUTLER ALAN LEONARD
IPC: A01G9/02
Filed: 1997-08-06
Abstract: A supported and secured plant pot has a pot 1 for plants, especially climbing plants or large plants, and a support 5 which can be attached to an upper surface, eg a ceiling or upper shelf, to stop the pot form toppling over. The height of the support relative to the pot 1 can be adjusted. There may be two pots mounted above each other with the plant support 5 extending through the centre of the top pot (fig 2). The pots may be illuminated. The support means may be secured by a plate 9 and screws 11.
Patent GB-2314363-A (GB)
Title: Metal coiled tubing with signal transmitting passageway
Inventor: PRINGLE RONALD EARL
IPC: G02B6/44
Filed: 1995-10-03
Abstract: A combination of a metal coiled tubing (12) and a signal transmitting passageway (14) for transmitting and/or receiving signals to well tools (16) positioned in the coiled tubing (12). The signal transmitting passageway (14) is positioned in the wall (15) of the coiled tubing (12) and may transmit and receive hydraulic, electrical or light signals and the signals may be used for transmitting power signals for actuating well tools, control signals for controlling well tools, and/or data signals for transmitting or receiving information.
Patent GB-2317193-A (GB)
Title: Concrete insert for attaching wall panels to building structures
Inventor: KAFAROWSKI ZYGMUNT GRANT
IPC: E04B1/41
Filed: 1997-08-29
Abstract: A concrete insert (10) comprised of a metal U-shaped bight portion (12) and a sealing member (48) which can be attached to a support member (44) by means of a bolt (40). The elongate bight portion (14) has an upper surface (16), with an elongate slot (22), and two trapezoidal, downwardly extending, side members (20) that together define a U-shaped channel (24). The trapezoidal shape of the side members (20) provides the insert (10) with high resistance to withdrawal from the concrete. The sealing member (48) is made of semi-rigid, compressible material and contains a threaded aperture (38) and nut (36). The compressible nature of the sealing member (48) allows the nut (36) and bolt (40) combination to slide along the elongate slot (22) to prevent stresses from thermal expansion/contraction in the concrete panel being (30) supported.
Patent GB-2318387-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine fuel-injector with outwardly opening valve member and hydraulic damping of the opening stroke
Inventor: POTZ DETLEV
IPC: F02M61/06
Filed: 1997-09-30
Abstract: The valve has a valve member 5 which can be displaced axially outwardly in a bore 3 of a valve body against a force of a closing spring 51. A damping chamber 27 provides damping of the opening stroke of the valve member 5; the chamber formed by a surface 29 of the valve body, the inner surface of a sleeve 31 and the bore of the valve member 5. A valve member piston 25, formed by a sealing ring 37 and support ring 39, moves toward surface 29 of the valve body reducing the volume of the damping chamber and forcing fluid to flow through relief duct 43 providing a damping effect. The duct 43 is formed by a recess in valve member 5 which may be closed during the opening stroke. Preferably the recess 43 is chamfered so that its upper edge forms a control edge which determines the commencement of damping. In a second embodiment the valve member has two recesses to provide a stepped damping causing the valve member to pause during the opening stoke to allow two rows of orifices, provided in a closure end of the valve member at its combustion chamber-side, to spray fuel into the chamber subsequently.
Patent GB-2319429-A (GB)
Title: Vibration detector/acoustic generator
Inventor: BOSCO ENRICO
IPC: D06F34/16
Filed: 1997-11-07
Abstract: The device comprises a housing 1 in which an acoustic warning device is mounted. The warning device includes a piezo electric transducer 4 which can generate acoustic signals when it receives electrical activation signals. A chamber 7 is defined in the housing 1 and a ball 8 is disposed with clearance in the chamber. The ball 8 is able to move and so generate a noise by interaction with the walls of the chamber 7. The transducer 4 is reversible and can generate electrical signals correlated with the noise generated by the body 8. The device is particularly useful with washing machines and dishwashers.
Patent GB-2322771-A (GB)
Title: Billing arrangement for grouped users of a mobile telecommunications system
Inventor: PLUSH CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H04W4/24
Filed: 1998-03-16
Abstract: A billing centre for a mobile communications system is provided which allows groups of subscribers sharing a single account to be identified both during the call rating procedure, during which call detail records are related to add a charge to the call detail record, and/or to add a usage of a pre-paid usage allocation to be added to the call detail records, and during the production of billing details at the end of a billing period. A relational database holds usage allocation records which pertain either to a single subscriber, or to a group of subscribers. The group of subscribers may consist of any of 2 to 50, or more, subscribers, depending on the subscription type held by the group.
Patent GB-2320392-A (GB)
Title: Combining images from several cameras
Inventor: DOWNS ROGER COLSTON
IPC: G06T5/50
Filed: 1994-08-23
Abstract: The application describes a virtual image sensor made up of a plurality of physical image sensors arranged to view a continuous scenario. The physical image sensors are synchronised so that as the line scan of one sensor finishes, the corresponding line scan of the adjacent sensor starts. Thus, picture information is continuous in time across the physical image sensors, and a virtual sensor image can be constructed by stripping the original sync information and supplying fresh sync information appropriate to the virtual image sensor. The virtual image sensor has a field of regard equivalent to the total field of view of the physical image sensors.
Patent GB-2324222-A (GB)
Title: Sweat-proof capacitor microphone
Inventor: STAAT RAIMUND
IPC: H04R19/04
Filed: 1998-04-09
Abstract: The microphone comprises a backplate 50 closely spaced from a diaphragm 80. The diaphragm has a pressure relief hole 110 at its centre. The diaphragm is located on one side of a mounting ring 20. A non-permeable membrane 70 is located on the other side of the mounting ring 20 and prevents the ingress of sweat and other moisture that would otherwise discharge the capacitive or electret portion of the microphone. The membrane 70 may be lighter and more weakly tensioned than the diaphragm 80. Other moisture proofing measures may be applied to the exterior of the microphone, including the application of a Teflon, Gore-Tex or fleece cover.
Patent GB-2328802-A (GB)
Title: Temporary cable repair joint
Inventor: COLLINS STEVEN WILLIAM
IPC: H01R4/36
Filed: 1998-07-21
Abstract: A temporary repair joint in a multiconductor power cable (1) is made using a plurality of lengths of insulated conductor cores (10), each of which is terminated at each end with a hollow metal collar (12). Each hollow metal collar (12) is positioned over respective ones of the conductors (6) of the multi conductor power cable (1), and is provided with means (14) preferably bolts (14) to grip the inserted conductor (6). Each pair of spaced ends of the conductors (6) of the multi conductor power cable (1) are thus connected by a length of conductor core (10), and fixed thereto by a respective hollow metal collar (12). Insulation is provided around the metal collars (12), and a housing (2,4) is positioned over the conductor cores (6), and metal collars (12) and over proximate end portions of the power cable (1). A method of effecting the temporary repair is also provided.
Patent GB-2343724-A (GB)
Title: Coupling assembly for tubes
Inventor: LUO CHUNG-I
IPC: F16L37/08
Filed: 1998-11-14
Abstract: The assembly comprises at least one insert 2,2' that can be fixedly disposed within a tube or tubes 1,1', the insert having at least one enlarged portion 2,2' with an annular groove 21,21', and a portion 22,22' which, when inserted in a tube 1,1', provides an annular space therebetween. Upon insertion of the insert 2,2' within the tube(s), the tubes(s) is/are machined to form (an) annular recess(es) 11,11' corresponding to the annular groove(s) 21,21' such that the insert is fixedly disposed within the tube(s). Tubes can be attached in line, in T-formation, in L-formation, in X-formation, or in three-dimensional L-formation. The tubes have lateral holes 12,12' in their walls at their ends, if fixed in the afore-mentioned formations, so that a curable liquid is poured around the joint and enters the spaces between the insert(s) 2,2' and the tubes 1,1' via the holes 12,12' to form an enclosing element 3. For side-by-side fixed tubes 1,1' at least one tube 1' has holes at its middle portion with insert 2' so located, for the enclosing element 3 to be formed at that location.
Patent GB-2352534-A (GB)
Title: Laptop computer with removable screen
Inventor: WEBSTER CHARLES RICHARD
IPC: F16M11/10
Filed: 1999-03-09
Abstract: A novel lap top computer has a lid 5 which is demountable from the base 3 so that the computer can be used with the lid hinged to or disconnected from the base. The lid and base are connected via a releasable securing means 7A,7B,8 and a cable or other data transmitting means 10. A stand 9 is provided to allow the lid to be supported in variable positions in relation to the screen.
Patent GB-2335812-A (GB)
Title: Linearizing an amplifier using a feedback controlled predistorter
Inventor: KENNINGTON PETER
IPC: H03F1/32
Filed: 1999-03-08
Abstract: A pre-distorter arrangement to counter amplifier intermodulation distortion is described in which a sample of an input signal is used to generate a distortion signal which is combined with the input signal to produce the pre-distortion signal for application to the amplifier, wherein the output of the amplifier is compared with the distortion signal to control the generation of the distortion signal 690,695. Third and higher order components may be adjusted.
Patent GB-2354791-A (GB)
Title: A ladder safety device
Inventor: HUTCHINSON DARREN
IPC: E06C7/00
Filed: 1999-09-14
Abstract: A safety device to prevent a ladder (eg. to a child's bunk) being climbed comprises a gate or shutter 17 mounted on the ladder 13 to cover the rungs 16, 19. An embodiment of the invention has the shutter 17 hinged to the ladder 13, further provided is an engaging bracket (23 fig. 2) that hooks over a rung of the ladder to secure the shutter 17. To open the shutter 17 it must be lifted such that the engaging bracket clears the rung allowing the shutter to hinge. To prevent lifting of the shutter 17 a bolt assembly 21 is provided, locking the shutter in place. The shutter 17 may be slatted to prevent hand or foot access to the rungs 16 or may provide a continuous shutter surface.
Patent GB-2342546-A (GB)
Title: Measuring channel state from a received signal and discriminating digital values from a received signal, suitable for use in COFDM
Inventor: STOTT JONATHAN HIGHTON
IPC: H04L25/06
Filed: 1999-09-29
Abstract: A measurement of channel state is obtained for each carrier of a COFDM signal and is used to vary the discrimination levels of a soft-decision quantiser (26) which feeds a Viterbi decoder (30). The channel state information is obtained from the 64-QAM signal by quantising the input with a hard-decision quantiser (44 - Figure 5 not shown) and obtaining the difference between the quantised and unquantised signal (46,48). The channel state information is applied through a symbol-delay recursive filter (64) to a control circuit (80). The output of the control circuit directly controls the soft-decision quantisers (26) by varying their discrimination levels. The control circuit includes a logarithm circuit (84 - Figure 7 not shown) and a multiply-by-two circuit (90). The method is applicable to receivers for digital audio broadcasting (DAB) or digital video broadcasting (DVB-T) signals.
Patent GB-2346451-A (GB)
Title: Electrophotographic photoconductor and method for production thereof
Inventor: NAKAMURA YOICHI
IPC: G03G5/05
Filed: 1999-11-04
Abstract: The stability of an electrophotographic photoconductor is improved by incorporating an aryloxydiarylphosphine compound into a photosensitive layer (5) which comprises a charge-generation layer (3) and a charge-transport layer (4). Undercoat layer (2) is formed on a conductive substrate (1). The phosphine compound is incorporated in the charge-transport layer (4) with a charge-transport material. A method for producing the electrophotographic photoconductor is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2356133-A (GB)
Title: Shaped mattress for aircraft seat
Inventor: HARCOURT GEOFFREY
IPC: B60N2/90
Filed: 1999-11-10
Abstract: A mattress 7 for a seat (1, fig. 5) capable of occupying a reclining or recumbent position which provides an upper surface (2, 3, 5, fig. 5) for lying on comprises a non-planar surface (8, fig. 4) which is complementary to the upper surface of the seat. The upper surface (9, fig. 5)of mattress 7 is preferably planar. Mattress 7 preferably comprises a foam pad 12 surrounded by a flexible air tight membrane 13 whose pressure is controlled by valve 14 allowing it to be deflated, rolled up and stored. Mattress 7 may have two traverse fold lines (10, fig. 4), a planar foot portion, an undulating underside and may be attached to seat by clips or hook and eye fastenings.
Patent GB-2345814-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for locating a resource within a broadcast environment
Inventor: THOMAS C GOMER
IPC: H04N21/478
Filed: 1999-11-10
Abstract: A method/system for enabling a web-link to be found within a broadcasting environment comprising the steps of storing the high order (home) page into receiver memory, and identifying the location of child pages/links from said high order page. A receiver comprising a memory that stores less than the entire received home page address is also described.
Patent GB-2341522-A (GB)
Title: Providing selective reversal billing when calling roaming mobile subscribers
Inventor: ALPEROVICH VLADIMIR
IPC: H04M15/28
Filed: 1998-05-28
Abstract: A home location register (HLR) (70) associated with a called party mobile station (20) determines that the mobile station (20) is currently roaming outside of its home mobile telecommunications network (60). In response to an incoming call connection (40), the HLR (70) instructs and associated gateway mobile switching center (GMSC) (50) to inform and to request the calling party subscriber (10) to be charged for rerouting the received incoming call connection from the GMSC (50) to a visited mobile switching center (MSC) (80B) located within the visited mobile telecommunications network (60B) and currently serving the called party mobile station (20). In response to an affirmative response (350) from the calling party subscriber, the call connection is rerouted (370) and accordingly charged to the calling party subscriber. Otherwise, the received incoming call connection is rejected (360).
Patent HU-T61531-A (HU)
Title: Process for producing pyrimidine derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising same
Inventor: HIRAI KENTARO
IPC: C07D239/38
Filed: 1992-06-30
Abstract: The compounds of the present invention inhibit the HMG-CoA reductase, and subsequently suppress the biosynthesis of cholesterol. And they are useful in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipoproteinemia, and atherosclerosis.
Patent HU-T74122-A (HU)
Title: Selant and adhesive with damping properties
Inventor: LANOYE THIERRY
IPC: C09D121/00
Filed: 1994-12-08
Abstract: Compositions for use as sealants, adhesives and/or coatings containing 3,4-polyisoprene and blends of liquid and/or solid rubbers and/or finely divided polymer powders and optionally plasticizers, fillers and other conventional raw materials exhibit superior vibration damping properties compared to conventional compositions not containing 3.4-polyisoprene. The compositions may be cured similar to the conventional sealant/adhesive and/or coating compositions.