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Patent GB-2476616-A (GB)
Title: device and method of phototherapy for jaundiced infants
Inventor: GARDENER STEVEN
IPC: A61N5/06
Filed: 2009-06-18
Abstract: A phototherapy device and method for treating neonatal hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice) and related conditions. The device comprises a flexible material at least partially encasing flexible circuitry that allows the device to flex as an infant is positioned on it, while, also protecting the circuitry. The circuitry comprises a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) mounted with-in flexible circuitry, means for altering the duty cycle of the LEDs, and wiring to connect the circuitry to a power supply. The device further comprises a multilayer film that encases all of the circuitry, the flexible material, and LEDs to facilitate sterilization in both long-term or short-term use.
Patent GB-2490519-A (GB)
Title: Docking station for laptop with integrated port plugs and externally-located peripheral connectors
Inventor: PETLEY MARK ANDREW
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2011-05-04
Abstract: A docking station 1 for a laptop X, the laptop having its external ports Y (USB, VGA, and the like) located along a single side, comprises a frame member 2 with a recess 3 to receive a side edge of the laptop and support it in a vertical orientation. The base of the recess 8 contains an array of plugs 9 to engage with the ports of the laptop. The plugs are hardwired to sockets 10A, 10B in the exterior of the docking station, so that a user can place the laptop in the dock and connect peripherals and accessories to the laptop without having to run cables through the docking station. The dock may be designed to accommodate the laptop whilst it is connected to its power lead.
Patent GB-2491132-A (GB)
Title: Balancer with self-levelling legs
Inventor: EVANS STEVE
IPC: A47B91/16
Filed: 2011-05-23
Abstract: A balancer includes self-levelling leg extenders 11, wherein the leg extenders adjust in length according to an opposite force transmitted by an adjustment in length of an opposite extender. The balancer may be used with a ladder 100, table or electric appliance such as a washing machine, particularly on uneven flooring. The extenders may adjust in length according to the passage of fluid through a tube (2, fig 1). In the case of a ladder, the tube may pass through a rung 101. The extenders may be hinged to pivot the axis of length adjustment.
Patent GB-2478686-A (GB)
Title: Personal detection device
Inventor: ACKROYD IAN
IPC: G01N33/00
Filed: 2009-12-21
Abstract: A personal, portable detection device (2) is described. The device (2) comprises at least one sensor (32, 34, 36), monitoring means adapted to monitor an output of the or each sensor, and signalling means (16, 38) to issue an alarm condition upon detection of a predetermined sensor output by the monitoring means. The detection device (2) may comprise interfacing means for interfacing with at least one remote system in response to the detection of a predetermined sensor output by the monitoring means. A smoke chamber (42) for the personal detection device (2) is also described.
Patent GB-2479854-A (GB)
Title: Reciprocating saw blade with tangs on each end and related method
Inventor: KALOMERIS CHARLES
IPC: B23D51/08
Filed: 2010-03-02
Abstract: A reciprocating saw blade has a first end with a first tang and a second end with a second tang. The first and second tangs are altenlatively engageable with the chuck of a reciprocating saw. The reciprocating saw blade defines a substantially uniform cutting edge extending from approximately the first end to approximately the second end of the blade. The first tang is engageable with the chuck of the reciprocating saw for fixedly securing the first end of the blade to the reciprocating saw and forming with the second tang the free end of the saw blade. Alternatively, the second tang is engageable with the chuck of the reciprocating saw for fixedly securing the second end of the blade to the reciprocating saw and forming with the first tang the free end of the reciprocating saw blade drivable in a reciprocating motion by the reciprocating saw.
Patent GB-2494637-A (GB)
Title: Utensil with knife, fork, spoon and can opener
Inventor: LISTER MARTIN
IPC: A47G21/02
Filed: 2011-09-13
Abstract: A utensil that combines a spoon, fork, knife and can opener. Preferably the fork, knife and spoon form a bowl 1, with a sharpened edge 3 and a multiple of fork tines 2, the can opener 4, 5 has a knife to cut into the lid of a can and is located at the opposing end of the utensil. The can opener has a groove 4 which makes contact with the protrusion around the top of a can, and the knife 5 cuts the can to the side of the protrusion.
Patent GB-2484011-A (GB)
Title: Configuring channel measurement occasions for neighbour cell searches
Inventor: FRANKLIN STEVEN
IPC: H04W36/00
Filed: 2011-09-30
Abstract: Based on the determined signal strength of a serving cell, a choice is made whether to utilize a cell-FACH measurement occasion for a lower priority neighbor cell search or for a higher priority neighbor cell search. The lower priority neighbor cell search is for maintaining wireless connectivity and the higher priority neighbor cell search is for accessing enhanced wireless service. In specific examples the search may be inter-frequency for frequency layers with higher or lower priority than a serving layer of the serving cell, or the search may be inter-RAT such as the lower priority GERAN search and a higher priority E-UTRAN search if the serving cell is WCDMA. In one example there are two thresholds for the signal strength, and if higher than both then the measurement occasion is used for an E-UTRAN search regardless of whether GERAN or inter-frequency neighbour cells have been configured for the UE practicing the invention. Whether measurements are for coverage or for service will vary as the signal strength of the serving cell changes.
Patent GB-2494211-A (GB)
Title: Assay device comprising an optical filter and a method of assaying
Inventor: CAMPBELL NEIL J
IPC: G01N33/52
Filed: 2011-11-24
Abstract: A device for testing an analyte comprises a pathway allowing passage of analyte from an application zone to a waste zone 12. The device includes label material that emits or modifies light and which binds to the analyte. Between the application and waste zones there is a capture zone having capture material for binding any analyte traversing the pathway(s) 10 that is bound to the pathway. A first optical filter provided as part of top cover 8 on one surface of the device allows transmission of light emitted or modified by the label and blocks light of at least one other wavelength range. This enables the device to be illuminated from one surface and light emitted or modified by the label to be detected from the opposite surface. The device may include a second filter allowing shorter wavelength light to reach the label, provided as part of the bottom cover 6. The device may be viewed using an illuminating reader or held up to a light source for viewing.
Patent GB-2498213-A (GB)
Title: A transducer apparatus comprising protrusions for acoustic communications through a substrate
Inventor: KENT LIONEL WILLIAM JOHN
IPC: H04B11/00
Filed: 2012-01-09
Abstract: A transducer apparatus 100a for acoustic communications 500 through a substrate 200 at a predetermined centre frequency, the apparatus comprising: an active piezoelectric element 5a for generating an acoustic signal; an intermediate layer 2a, having a surface for accommodating the piezoelectric element, and having a first array of protrusions 3a on a surface opposite the surface for accommodating the piezoelectric element; and a second array of protrusions 202a at the substrate, wherein the active piezoelectric element is mounted onto the intermediate layer, and the intermediate layer is secured in position relative to the substrate such that the first array of protrusions 3a faces the second array of protrusions 202a such that the acoustic signal may propagate through the first and second arrays. There are further disclosed a method of mounting such an apparatus and a plate suitable for use in the transducer apparatus. The transducer apparatus is capable of maintaining a wideband operation whilst attached to a substrate (e.g. steel) that is exposed to large amounts of strain e.g. a pressure vessel such as a pipe or submarine hull.
Patent GB-2498357-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle roof box
Inventor: OTTAWAY RICHARD
IPC: B60R9/055
Filed: 2012-01-10
Abstract: The box 1 comprises a housing 2 with a main cavity 30 for housing sheet material, front and rear end walls 2A,2B, opposing side walls 2C,2D and a sealable opening in the rear wall, e.g. a hinged flap 31, through which sheet material can slide in and out of the main cavity. The housing 2 has connection means 11A,11B to two or more roof bars W,X on the vehicle. The housing 2 has supplementary cavities 40A, B with rear hinged flaps 41A, B to transport additional items, e.g. wood, pipes. Bars Y, Z, extend between these cavities 40A, B to accept further items, e.g. ladders.
Patent GB-2487330-A (GB)
Title: Device, system and method for selecting, sharing and displaying electronic content
Inventor: LAZARIDIS MIHAL
IPC: H04M1/72412
Filed: 2010-03-31
Abstract: The present disclosure provides a device, system and method to present electronic content on a first mobile electronic device in communication and configured to receive electronic content from a second electronic device.
Patent GB-2490604-A (GB)
Title: Child safety seat having a strap guide
Inventor: WILLIAMS BRUCE L
IPC: B60N2/28
Filed: 2012-05-03
Abstract: A child safety seat that includes a seat shell 102 having a rear, and an anchor structure 118 provided on the rear of the seat shell 102 preferably at a central location. The anchor structure 118 includes a gap 132 for passage of a seatbelt of a vehicle, and a strap guide 126 which is adjustable between a first and a second position. When the strap guide is in the first position it opens the gap 132, and when the strap guide 126 is in the second position it closes the gap 132. The anchor structure may include a spring-biased fastener 124 which is operable to lock the seat shell in place with a stroller frame. Also claimed is a method for installing said child safety seat so that the strap of the vehicle seatbelt is held in the anchor structure.
Patent GB-2491985-A (GB)
Title: A water deluge system cleaning apparatus
Inventor: MACKENZIE HUGH
IPC: B08B9/027
Filed: 2012-06-18
Abstract: A water deluge system cleaning apparatus and method of cleaning a water deluge system which does not require the water deluge system to be offline while it is being cleaned is disclosed. This is achieved by a packing device 23 that provides an annular seal within the water deluge system, and a cleaning device 25 for cleaning the water deluge system that extends through the packing device 23. Arrangements of inlets and/or outlets comprising safety valves 47 also preferably provided for additional functionality such as debris extraction or fluid flushing while still allowing the water deluge system to remain online. The cleaning device 25 may be a brush and/or a jetting hose.
Patent GB-2505467-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic logic gate comprising a nano-electro-mechanical switch
Inventor: DESPONT MICHEL
IPC: H01H1/00
Filed: 2012-08-31
Abstract: The invention refers to a dynamic logic gate comprising a nano-electro-mechanical switch (NEMS), preferably a four-terminal NEM switch (4T-NEMS). The NEMS comprises a cantilever beam adapted to flex in response to an actuation voltage applied between the body and the gate of the device. The invention further refers to dynamic logic cascade circuits comprising such dynamic logic gates. In particular, embodiments of the invention concern dynamic logic cascade circuits comprising single or dual rail dynamic logic gates. A NEMS allows zero leakage current when it is off so the pre-charged signal node in a dynamic logic gate can safely retain its charge, without the requirement for keeper transistors as in prior art CMOS dynamic logic circuits. The proposed NEMS adiabatic dynamic logic avoids both the leakage energy loss and the threshold voltage residue charge loss; it consumes only the adiabatic energy loss. As a result, an ultra-low energy loss close to zero is achieved.
Patent GB-2492693-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for evaluating a cemented borehole casing
Inventor: CHACE DAVID M
IPC: G01V1/44
Filed: 2011-04-06
Abstract: A method of evaluating a cased borehole in an earth formation includes: emitting at least one acoustic signal into the borehole via an acoustic source and detecting a return acoustic signal via an acoustic sensor, the borehole including a casing and a casing support material disposed between the casing and a borehole wall; emitting a neutron flux via a neutron source into the borehole and detecting a radiation signal via a radiation detector, the radiation signal including induced gamma radiation resulting from neutron interactions; and identifying a casing support material characteristic based on the return acoustic signal and the radiation signal
Patent GB-2508903-A (GB)
Title: Rotating antenna array and rotary joint calibration system
Inventor: CLARK MARCUS EDWARD
IPC: G02B6/36
Filed: 2012-12-14
Abstract: An antenna system 1, or a method for calibrating an antenna system 1, comprises: generating an RF calibration signal 62 which is applied to an RF input port of one or more RF receiver units 4, not involving the antenna elements 3; measuring the response of the antenna system 1 to the calibration signal 62 and calculating the signal corrections and applying these signal corrections to subsequently received signals by the antenna and receiver system. The calibration system may be applied to a rotating antenna array involving modulated analogue optical signals being transmitted through an optical rotary joint 10 such that the calibration system corrects signal errors introduced by the said rotary joint during rotation over a 720Â° azimuth angle rotational range. The optical rotary joint 10 may have multiple optical channels transferred through a Dove or Abbe-Konig reversion prism. Mach-Zehnder (MZ) electrical-optical signal modulators 6 and opto-electrical converters 14 may be used. The antenna system may include analogue and digital signal processing and analogue to digital converter arrangements.
Patent GB-2509779-A (GB)
Title: Splint with adjustable collars
Inventor: TORRENS GEORGE EDWARD
IPC: A61F5/058
Filed: 2013-01-15
Abstract: A splint 11 for the stabilisation of limb fractures comprising a spine 12, location means 13 adapted to locate the spine 12 in alignment with a limb, and an adjustable collar14, 24, 34. The collar 14, 24, 34 is located on the spine 12 and is adapted to exert pressure on the limb, capable of being applied and adjusted by a clinician. Pressure indicators may give a visible indication of the pressure exerted on the limb, enabling adjustment to avoid excess pressure or looseness. Preferably a plurality of adjustable collars 14, 24, 34 is provided on the spine. Each collar 14, 24, 34 may be lockable to prevent tampering. The splint 11 may be used in conjunction with a base unit (Figure 4). Also disclosed is a splint comprising a splint spine interface pad.
Patent GB-2498658-A (GB)
Title: Lens retainer
Inventor: RUSSELL-SMITH BEN
IPC: F21V17/10
Filed: 2013-03-19
Abstract: A lens retainer for retaining a lens 1 on a lamp body 4 comprises an elongate retaining device 2 with a contact surface for contacting a peripheral surface of the lens 1 and an engagement surface for engaging a cooperating surface formation 6 provided in the lamp body 4. The lens retainer extends substantially the length of the lens 1 and applies a uniformly distributed retention force whilst minimizing parts complexity and assembly time for the lamp assembly.
Patent GB-2516003-A (GB)
Title: Agricultural crop tools
Inventor: FLETCHER CHRISTOPHER DAVID
IPC: A01B63/24
Filed: 2013-05-15
Abstract: A mounting system for attaching agricultural tools to the back of a vehicle comprises an elongate toolbar (16) and at least one hanger 18, the hanger comprising a tool attachment formation 19 for mounting a tool relative to the toolbar in use. The toolbar comprises an upstanding formation 20 extending in a direction of the toolbar length and the hanger is correspondingly shaped to engage the upstanding formation such that said engagement allows the weight of the hanger to be supported by the toolbar whilst permitting movement of the hanger along the toolbar. A fastener 22 is provided for fixing the hanger to the toolbar at said desired mounting position. The upstanding portion may comprise first and second contact surfaces and at least a portion of the second contact surface 42 is obliquely angled. The hanger may comprise a hook 28 formation to pass over the upstanding formation.
Patent GB-2515289-A (GB)
Title: Display card with user interface
Inventor: RADU CRISTIAN
IPC: G07F7/10
Filed: 2013-06-17
Abstract: A display card 301 with a user interface (e.g. keyboard 304) for providing one or more services. The card 301 comprises: an external interface 302, 303 for communication with a terminal external from the card 301; a chip 401 comprising one or more servers for storing one or more applications, wherein the chip 401 is arranged to communicate with the external interface 302, 303; a user interface 304, 305, 306 for interacting with a user of the card 301; a micro-terminal 402 for controlling the provision of one or more services, wherein the micro-terminal 402 is arranged to communicate with the user interface 304, 305, 306; and the chip 401 and micro-terminal 402 are arranged to communicate with each other via an internal interface 403 of the chip. The external interface may be configured for contact or wireless communications. The chip could comprise an interception application that controls logical switching, and the micro-terminal could be reconfigurable. Applications include payment cards and passes.
Patent GB-2509797-A (GB)
Title: Lantern luminaire
Inventor: DESMOND JOHN
IPC: F21S8/00
Filed: 2013-06-19
Abstract: A lantern luminaire comprises a lantern shaped body, having a light source receiving portion and a light releasing portion, the light releasing portion having one or more sides in which at least one aperture is provided through which light can escape the lantern shaped body, and an LED light source, disposed wholly within the light source receiving portion, for emitting light into the light releasing portion to exit the lantern shaped body via the at least one aperture. This arrangement reduces glare because the light source is not viewed directly under normal viewing angles. Further, any degradation in the light source is only perceivable in terms of the amount of light output by the luminaire there is no concept of undesirable visible effects such as bulb blackening.
Patent GB-2501661-A (GB)
Title: X-ray inspection system and method
Inventor: MORTON EDWARD JAMES
IPC: G01N23/087
Filed: 2011-02-22
Abstract: The present specification discloses an X-ray system for processing X-ray data to determine an identity of an object under inspection. The X-ray system includes an X-ray source for transmitting X-rays, where the X-rays have a range of energies, through the object, a detector array for detecting the transmitted X-rays, where each detector outputs a signal proportional to an amount of energy deposited at the detector by a detected X-ray, and at least one processor that reconstructs an image from the signal, where each pixel within the image represents an associated mass attenuation coefficient of the object under inspection at a specific point in space and for a specific energy level, fits each of pixel to a function to determine the mass attenuation coefficient of the object under inspection at the point in space; and uses the function to determine the identity of the object under inspection.
Patent GB-2518155-A (GB)
Title: Gas Sensor
Inventor: COE CHARLES DAVID
IPC: G01N33/00
Filed: 2013-09-11
Abstract: A gas sensor comprises an outer casing 301, 302 having one end 304 adapted to be exposed to a stream of particles; at least one electro-chemical sensor 500 for sensing chemicals in a gas; and a gas permeable material 504 positioned between an exposed end of the outer casing and the electro-chemical sensor, for allowing gas to permeate the electro-chemical sensor from the exposed end. An inner housing 501 may be provided, which contains the electrochemical sensor, and which is temperature controlled by a Peltier effect heat pump 506. A method of sensing gases in a gas stream may comprise placing a gas sensor adjacent a stream of gas, determining a level of measured gas in the gas stream, comparing it with a predetermined safe level of gas, and generating an alert signal if the measured gas level exceeds the predetermined safe level of gas. The sensor may be used in corrosive environments, such as in chimneys, flues, or a coal mill, where it may be used to sense the level of carbon monoxide to provide an early indication of fire.
Patent GB-2520564-A (GB)
Title: A clamp assembly for a fuel cell stack and a method of assembling a fuel cell stack
Inventor: TANAKA SHIRO
IPC: H01M8/24
Filed: 2013-11-26
Abstract: A clamp assembly 1 for securing a fuel cell stack arrangement in a compressed condition is disclosed. The stack 2 includes an electrode assembly 10 interposed between upper 20 and lower 25 current collectors, supportable between upper 30 and lower 50 endplate structures. The clamp assembly comprises at least one rigid clamping device 60, 70, 80, 90 comprising spaced apart transversely disposed elongate clamp members for engaging outer surfaces of the upper 30 and lower 50 endplates respectively along peripheral edges, the clamp members 60, 70, 80, 90 being separated by vertically disposed support members having a length greater than the height of the stack 2 in a compressed condition thereof. The endplate structures define docking formations 35a, 35b, 36a, 36b (upper endplate 30) and 55a, 55b, (56a, 56b; not shown) (lower endplate 50) along peripheral edges for engaging the clamp members under compression of the stack. The docking formations define spaces between the endplate structures and the compressing means , e.g. machine press (200, figure 4) within which spaces the clamp members are receivable during compression. Upon release of compression, the clamp members 60, 70, 80, 90 remain captively engaged within the docking formations 35a, 35b, 36a, 36b (upper endplate 30) and 55a, 55b, (56a, 56b; not shown) (lower endplate 50) against recoil pressure of the stack. A method of using the clamp assembly 1 is also claimed.
Patent GB-2520977-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic flushing system
Inventor: SMITH DAVID
IPC: E21B34/16
Filed: 2013-12-05
Abstract: A hydraulic flushing system comprising a hydraulic downhole control line 8 that runs from a hydraulic source to a surface controlled sub-surface safety valve 1 of an underwater hydrocarbon extraction facility, said hydraulic downhole control line having a directional control valve 6 therein; and a purge line 9 that runs from the hydraulic downhole control line downstream of the directional control valve to a service line 14, said purge line having a fluid isolation valve 13 therein. The fluid isolation valve may be operated by a hydraulic line 15 which is independent of the hydraulic downhole control line and of a relatively lower pressure than the fluid in the hydraulic downhole control line. The service line may vent into a well fluid production line.