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Patent GB-2380511-A (GB)
Title: Railway sleeper dispenser
Inventor: WILLIAMS STEPHEN WYNNE
IPC: E01B29/06
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: The dispenser, mounted on a vehicle or forming part thereof for discharging railway sleepers at regular intervals, includes a magazine (54) for receiving a stack of sleepers e.g metal to be laid. Attached to the magazine is a support means, e.g a pair of pneumatically-operated plates (57), movable between a position inside the magazine and a retracted position clear of the magazine. A further support means, e.g a set of knuckles (60, 62), upon which the stack initially rests is retracted so that the stack drops down onto the plates (57). The knuckles (60,62) are then urged towards each other to engage in indentations between the sleepers. Next, the plates (57) are retracted to release the bottom sleeper, whilst the remaining sleepers are supported by the knuckles (60,62). The plates (57) are then moved back to their original position and the knuckles (60,62) are withdrawn, allowing the stack to drop down onto the plates and the process is repeated.
Patent GB-2392449-A (GB)
Title: Detergent composition containing stabilised enzymes
Inventor: KAISER ROGER
IPC: C11D17/00
Filed: 2002-08-24
Abstract: A detergent composition comprises an enzyme which is at least partially encapsulated within water soluble particles in a gel, the particles comprising a water soluble encapsulating agent. The particles have a migration speed in the gel, when stored at 25{C, of less than 1 cm per month. Typically, the composition has a viscosity of more than 4000 mPas and a density greater than 1.1 g/cm<3>. Preferably, the difference in density between the gel and the particles is not greater than 0.9 g/cm<3>. The particles may have a particle size of 50-1000 micrometres and may contain a stabilising aid and a dye. The composition may find utility in dishwashing or laundry applications. Aqueous boron-free detergent compositions containing an enzyme are also disclosed, which either comprise an organic water miscible solvent and a water soluble ionic salt or have a conductivity of more than 80 microsiemens.
Patent GB-2392917-A (GB)
Title: Two-part composition containing hydrogen peroxide
Inventor: WEIBEL ALBERT THOMAS
IPC: C11D17/04
Filed: 2002-09-10
Abstract: A process for treating a surface comprises applying to the surface a mixture of (a) an aqueous composition containing hydrogen peroxide and (b) an aqueous composition containing components selected from one or more of cationic surfactants having germicidal properties, essential oils, other anti-microbial agents, anionic surfactants, nonionic surfactants, and pH modifiers. Typically, the pH of part (b) is higher than that of part (a). Moreover, when parts (a) and (b) are applied to the surface, the pH of the admixture is preferably greater than 7.00. A dual compartment dispenser is also disclosed, which comprises a first compartment containing the composition of part (a) and a second compartment containing the composition of part (b), wherein the dispenser is adapted to dispense, in use, the contents of the compartments onto a surface either sequentially or simultaneously to form a mixture thereof.
Patent GB-2381871-A (GB)
Title: A solid electrolyte sensor containing ion impermeable zones
Inventor: SCHUMANN BERND
IPC: G01N27/419
Filed: 2002-09-16
Abstract: A solid-electrolyte-based sensor element of a gas sensor for the determination of a gas component in a gas mixture is described, which is used in particular for the determination of oxygen and/or nitrogen oxides in exhaust gases of combustion engines and has a first electrochemical cell and a second electrochemical cell. The sensor element contains a zone (14, 19, 30, 32, 34, 35) which is substantially impermeable for ions, so that an ion flow formed between electrodes (20, 22, 24) of the first electrochemical cell is diverted away from the region of the electrodes (26, 28) of the second electrochemical cell.
Patent GB-2398776-A (GB)
Title: Collapsible container
Inventor: CAPON STEPHEN
IPC: B65D5/36
Filed: 2003-01-30
Abstract: There is provided a collapsible container (10) including a plurality of mutually interconnected panels (50, 60, 70, 80, 90) so arranged to lie substantially parallel to one another when the container (10) is in its collapsed folded configuration. The plurality of panels (50, 60, 70, 80, 90) are susceptible to being spatially moved mutually away from one another when the container (10) is in its expanded configuration. The container (10) is distinguished in that it further includes deployable rigidity-enhancing features (100, 120, 350, 510, 620, 710) for increasing rigidity of the container (10) when in its expanded configuration. The rigidity-enhancing features (100, 120, 350, 510, 620, 710) are arranged to be deactivatable when the container (10) is to be folded into its collapsed configuration and may comprise slidable members (120) for engaging over a foldable region, or at least one pivotable panel (620 - Fig. 4) for location over a foldable region. The container may be a rubbish bag or bin, a toy box or toy, a gardening container or a child's cot.
Patent GB-2391916-A (GB)
Title: An undersea hydraulic coupling member with seal retainer
Inventor: SMITH III ROBERT E
IPC: F16L21/03
Filed: 2003-08-01
Abstract: An undersea hydraulic coupling member comprises a coupling member 100 having an internal bore 125 with a receiving chamber 127, a seal retainer which includes a first inner ring 102 and a second outer ring 103 concentric with the first inner ring 102 and wherein in an engaged position at least part of the first inner ring 102 fits radially inside the second outer ring 103, and a first ring-shaped seal 114 positioned between the first inner ring 102 and second outer ring 103. The second outer ring 103 also includes an externally threaded area to engage the wall of the receiving chamber 127. The first inner ring 1021 can be inserted through at least part of the concentric second outer ring 103, and the seal 114 fitted between the two rings 102,103 can be wedge shaped. An internal shoulder 107 can be present in the receiving chamber 127, which can be abutted by the first inner ring 102 and a second ring shaped seal 110 can be positioned between the first inner ring 102 and the internal shoulder 107. The first inner ring102 may have a groove 121 in the end thereof for positioning the second ring-shaped seal 110 therein, or as an alternative the internal shoulder 107 may have a groove for accepting the second ring-shaped seal 110. A poppet valve 104 can also be present in the coupling member 100.
Patent GB-2394562-A (GB)
Title: Off-line diagnostics for an electronic throttle system
Inventor: PURSIFULL ROSS DYKSTRA
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2003-08-08
Abstract: An electronic throttle diagnostic system, for a throttle of an internal combustion engine, includes a powertrain control module (PCM) 11, an electronic throttle 10, a parameter sensor 19 and an output means 15 for indicating a result. The PCM 11 is able to perform a test of a parameter of the electronic throttle 10 when it is off-line. The PCM 11 may monitor an engine and perform the test after the engine has been turned off, or when it is about to be turned on. The PCM 11 may monitor a pressure drop across the throttle 10 and perform the test when the pressure drop is below a predetermined level. The PCM 11 may also include memory and a software program for carrying out a test. The test carried out by the PCM 11 my be related to throttle position, spring force, ice formation, friction, current limit etc.
Patent GB-2392929-A (GB)
Title: Barrier for protection against shock waves
Inventor: FERRAIOLO FRANCESCO
IPC: E01F8/02
Filed: 2003-09-09
Abstract: The barrier, for protection against shock waves such as noise, comprises a number of soil containing and reinforcing structures 20,22 which are superimposed on one another to form two vertical walls 12, positioned between which shock wave absorbing materials 30 are positioned. The vertical walls are preferably connected by wire mesh panels or alternatively may be formed from geosynthetic panels. The shock wave absorbing materials preferably comprise containers filled with liquid while the soil containing and reinforcing structures are preferably formed box shaped, formed from wire mesh and filled with sand, pebbles, gravel or similar material.
Patent GB-2389922-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle engine control by determining torque-converter speed ratio
Inventor: KOTWICKI ALLAN JOSEPH
IPC: F02D41/14
Filed: 2000-09-28
Abstract: A vehicle-control method for a vehicle having an internal-combustion engine coupled to a torque converter which is coupled to a transmission. A speed ratio for the torque convener is determined, i.e. the ratio of torque-converter-output speed to torque-convener-output speed. If it is determined that the speed ratio is within a predetermined range, then an operating parameter of the engine (e.g. throttle position, fuel-injection amount) is adjusted to control a change in an engine output (e.g. engine output or engine torque) to be less than a preselected value. Alternatively, an engine-operating parameter may be controlled at a preselected rate. By controlling an operating parameter of the engine in these ways it is possible to pass gently through the transmission lash zone, thereby improving driver comfort.
Patent GB-2395227-A (GB)
Title: Releaseable hinge for anglers box
Inventor: TASKER STEPHEN
IPC: E05D7/10
Filed: 2003-09-16
Abstract: A hinge 10 comprising two parts, one 12 of which is provided with a pintle 16 and the other 14 of which is provided with a hollow portion 26 which receives the pintle 16 to enable the two parts to be held together in such a fashion that they can be pivoted relative to one another whilst at the same time readily disengaged from one another by relative movement along the axis of the pintle 16. The said two parts (12 and 14) are provided with respective abutment portions (22), the latter being so positioned that in the event of a force being applied which tends to disengage the pintle (16) from the hollow section (26), the abutment portions (22) abut one another when the said two parts (12 and 14) are in a first relative angular position, to inhibit such disengagement, whilst when the said two parts (12 and 14) are in a second relative angular position the abutment portions (22) do not abut one another when such a force is applied so that disengagement is no longer inhibited. The hinge parts may be identical except for the pintle and may be made by bending sheet metal.
Patent GB-2390398-A (GB)
Title: Fluid pump with pumping chamber dividing shroud
Inventor: TEBBY STEPHEN WALKER
IPC: F16J15/34
Filed: 2000-03-28
Abstract: A fluid pump 10 includes a body housing 14, a fluid pumping chamber having a rotatable pumping member 16, a drive shaft 12 which passes through an aperture in the body 14 into the pumping chamber to rotate the pumping member 16 , and a seal 18 between the pump body 14 and the shaft 12 to inhibit fluid moving along the shaft 12 out of the pumping chamber. A dividing shroud 32 is located between the seal 18 and the pumping member 16 to divide the pumping chamber 30 and create a pressure gradient across a fluid inlet 36 and a first portion of the divided pumping chamber, such that fluid flows into the first portion. The dividing shroud 32 may be stationary in use, and may be attached to a lip on the pump body 14 by a resilient clip.
Patent GB-2395859-A (GB)
Title: Method of resource allocation providing load balancing and fairness in a dual ring
Inventor: LEE HEYUNG SUB
IPC: H04L47/80
Filed: 2003-10-29
Abstract: In a dual ring network, a resource allocation method includes the step of determining at a network node whether a bandwidth allocation request message is received from one of the other nodes. If the request is received, it is determined whether one or more of two rings of the dual ring fulfill the request. If the rings fulfill the request, a path is allocated to one of the rings having a lower weighted cost. A resource allocation information notification message is provided to the other nodes. If the rings cannot fulfill the request, the process ends. According to an alternative resource allocation method, each of the nodes are provided with a primary and secondary transit queue (PTQ and STQ) and the allowed data rate is adjusted in dependence upon congestion and the size of backlogged packets in the STQ. The dual ring network may be a Resilient Packet Ring (RPR), SONET, Fibre Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), token ring, or the like.
Patent GB-2404083-A (GB)
Title: Integrated semiconductor device with recessed gate electrode
Inventor: KIM JI-YOUNG
IPC: H01L27/108
Filed: 2003-11-28
Abstract: A semiconductor memory device, such as DRAM device, suitable for ultra-large scale integration (ULSI), where short channel effects are overcome. In one embodiment, recessed gate electrodes are formed in the cell area and planar gate electrodes are formed in the peripheral circuit region. In another embodiment, recessed gate electrodes are formed both in the cell region and peripheral region (fig 19). Deposition of the gate oxide layer 35, gate electrode layers 40, 45 and spacer layer 60 is simultaneous in both regions, and simultaneous patterning of the gate stacks in both regions is possible.
Patent GB-2408984-A (GB)
Title: Medium for the identification of micro-organisms
Inventor: DE CAUX BRYAN
IPC: C12Q1/04
Filed: 2003-12-13
Abstract: A medium for the detection and/or identification of a Candida yeast, the medium comprising: a chromogen; carbohydrate in the range 1-5gms/litre; and an alcohol; the medium being such that growth of the Candida yeast under appropriate conditions results in hydrolysis of the chromogen to generate a chromophore of a derived colour which is a different colour from that generated by hydrolysis of the chromogen in a standard medium.
Patent GB-2412408-A (GB)
Title: Valve gear for an internal combustion engine
Inventor: WALTERS CHRISTOPHER PAULET MEL
IPC: F01L1/24
Filed: 2004-03-26
Abstract: Valve gear for an internal combustion engine comprises a pair of fingers 30, 32 interposed between a cam 10 and an associated valve stem 20. The lower finger 30 is supported by a support element 52 which can move, under, for example, hydraulic control, to adjust the valve gear geometry. Such movement may, for example, serve to adjust valve clearances or to equalise valve movement between engine cylinders at tickover or at other engine speeds.
Patent GB-2403694-A (GB)
Title: A bonnet for a motor vehicle having shock absorbing members
Inventor: BOWMAN DAVID ARTHUR
IPC: B60R21/34
Filed: 2004-07-01
Abstract: A bonnet 10 for a motor vehicle 5, which has a pair of wrap around light units 6 fitted towards the front of the body structure, includes a pair of shock absorbing members 20 positioned towards the front of the bonnet 10 one on each side of the vehicle immediately adjacent to and above a respective light unit 6. Each shock absorbing member 20 is shaped to correspond to the outer surface of the adjacent light unit 6 and has light reflecting properties which give the appearance that each light unit and its adjacent shock absorbing member is a single component when the bonnet is in a normal closed position. If the vehicle 5 collides with a pedestrian, the shock absorbing members 20 can prevent contact between the head of the pedestrian and the light units 6, particularly if the bonnet is arranged to be partially raised. The shock absorbing members 20 may be fastened between inner and outer skins (figure 3) of the bonnet, or they overlie an outer skin (figure 4). The front edge of the bonnet may be automatically raised in the event of a collision with a pedestrian.
Patent GB-2416578-A (GB)
Title: A chain which may articulate about two perpendicular axis
Inventor: BURGESS STUART
IPC: F16G13/10
Filed: 2004-07-27
Abstract: A chain has a plurality of inner links 10 that articulate on first pins 15. Adjacent links are interconnected by second pins 20 disposed transverse to the first pins 15. The first pins 15 are each connected to the second pins 20 via a rotational connection. The links 10 are able to articulate about a first axis Z defined by the first pins 15 and a second perpendicular axis Y defined by the second pins 20.
Patent GB-2403495-A (GB)
Title: Remote operated coil connector apparatus
Inventor: NORRIS ROBERT M
IPC: E21B34/00
Filed: 2003-04-23
Abstract: A remote operated coil connector apparatus for use with coiled tubing in a well bore. The apparatus has upper (9, 10) and lower (16) mechanical and electrical (13, 17) connectors. These connectors are adapted for remote operation with respect to a tool holder (22) that secures a tool string within a well bore.
Patent GB-2406568-A (GB)
Title: RNA interfernece mediated inhibition of gene expression by chemically modified short interfering nucleic acids
Inventor: MCSWIGGEN JAMES
IPC: C07H21/02
Filed: 2003-02-20
Abstract: A chemically synthesised double stranded RNAi or siRNA molecule of 19 to 23 nucleotides in length wherein the complementary RNA interfering strand has an optional chemical 3' modification and the secondary strand has either 5', 3' or 5' and 3' chemical modifications and one or more pyrimidines in said complementary strand are 2'-deoxy -2'- fluro nucleotides or 2'-trifluoromethoyy nucleotides and one or more purine nucleotides are 2'-O-methyl or 2' doxy nucleotides. The siRNA may or may not comprise ribonucleotides. The molecule may be synthesised as two fragments joined by a linker or a single molecule comprising both sense and antisense regions. Further modified nucleotides may be incorporated into the molecule in the sense as well as the antisense region. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising such molecules are also claimed.
Patent GB-2421783-A (GB)
Title: Reflective mechanism for stage lamp
Inventor: CHANG MING-CHENG
IPC: F21S10/06
Filed: 2004-12-30
Abstract: A reflective mechanism includes a base 51 fixed on a support member 4 of a stage lamp, a bracket 57 fixed on the base, a mirror frame 55, and a reflective mirror 56 mounted on the mirror frame. A hollow shaft 531 rotatably extends through an axial hole 511 of the base and includes a fork 535 on an end thereof. The hollow shaft is driven by a first motor 52 mounted on the base to turn about a longitudinal axis of the hollow shaft. The mirror frame includes a pivotal portion 552 pivotally mounted to the fork of the hollow shaft. The pivotal portion of the mirror frame is driven by a second motor 58 (fig 5) to pivot through transmission by an endless cord 542 that extends through the hollow shaft without interfering with rotation of the hollow shaft.
Patent GB-2406970-A (GB)
Title: Semiconductor device
Inventor: HASE ICHIRO
IPC: H01L21/337
Filed: 2003-07-15
Abstract: A semiconductor device realizing a power transistor capable of operating in a complete enhancement mode and excellent in low-distortion high-efficiency characteristic. Over one side of a substrate (1) of single crystal GaAs, a buffer layer (2), a second barrier layer (3) of AlGaAs, a channel layer (4) of InGaAs, a third barrier layer (12) of InGaP, and a first barrier layer (11) of AlGaAs are formed in this order. The first and third barrier layers (11, 12) satisfy the relation   x  1 -   x  3   &  0.5*(Eg3 - Eg1) where   x  1 is the electron affinity of the first barrier layer (11), Eg1 is the band gap thereof,   x  3 is the electron affinity of the third barrier layer (12), and the Eg3 is the band gap thereof.
Patent GB-2424142-A (GB)
Title: Call handling in a telecommunications network
Inventor: NORSWORTHY RICK
IPC: H04M3/523
Filed: 2005-03-09
Abstract: A method of call handling comprises receiving a call in a telecommunications network 1, transmitting a prompt from the network to the caller 9 prompting the caller to provide information regarding the nature of the call, transmitting a message indicating the nature of the call to one or more end user devices 5 in the network; and connecting the call to at least one of the end user devices in response to a user of the device indicating acceptance of the call. The end user devices may be Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) endpoints 5 connected via a LAN 2. The message indicating the nature of the call may be provided by voice message and transmitted to the end devices via instant messaging (IM) or e-mail. The content of the message may be used to determine to which end devices the message should be sent. End devices may be chosen based upon the online presence state of their users and the message may be sent to available users upon determining that a called party for whom the call was originally intended is unavailable.
Patent GB-2424195-A (GB)
Title: Skipping handles and mat
Inventor: ODEYEMI STEPHEN
IPC: A63B6/00
Filed: 2005-03-17
Abstract: A skipping apparatus comprises two handles 1 each rotatably attached to a separate length of rope 4, with each length of rope having a weight 6 disposed at the free end. At least one handle may include electronic or mechanical means 2 for counting the number of rotations performed by the weighted rope(s). The weights may have a soft material on the exterior, and the handles may be formed from plastic, wood and/or metal alloy. At least one handle may comprise a non-slip grip. The ropes may be formed at least in part from plastic and/or fabric, and means 5 may be included to allow adjustment of the rope length. The apparatus may further include a mat 2 having a sensor 1 which senses jumps performed on the mat, the sensed jumps being used to increment a jump counter 3. The mat may comprise the jump counter 3, and may include a display for displaying the count. The apparatus may include means for comparing the number of jumps counted by the mat with the number of rotations counted by the rotation counting device disposed on the handle(s) 1. The mat may be used separately from the handles and vice versa.
Patent GB-2425992-A (GB)
Title: Lay flat box trailer
Inventor: DIX SIMON MARK
IPC: B62D63/06
Filed: 2005-05-12
Abstract: A collapsible box trailer providing the capability to be reduced in height by means of folding down the front, side and rear sections to a flat state and a retractable towing bar to allow the trailer to be placed upon end to minimise storage space when not in use yet still maintain all the characteristics of a conventional box trailer when in operation. Removable mud guards may also be provided.
Patent GB-2427048-A (GB)
Title: Detection of unwanted code or data in electronic mail
Inventor: SCALES NICHOLAS JOHN
IPC: G06F21/56
Filed: 2005-06-09
Abstract: A method of receiving an electronic file, for example an email, containing content data in a predetermined data format, the method comprising the steps of: receiving the electronic file, determining the data format, parsing the content data, to determine whether it conforms to the predetermined data format, and if the content data does conform to the predetermined data format, regenerating the parsed data to create a regenerated electronic file in the data format. The method may further comprise forwarding the electronic file only if all of the content data conforms to the predetermined format. Alternatively if a portion of the content does not conform the file may be forwarded if the intended recipient has pre-approved the predetermined data format when associated with the sender, or if the recipient approves at time of receipt of the file. The method prevents the spread of unwanted code/data e.g a virus or similar using email scanning.
Patent GB-2428089-A (GB)
Title: Borehole seismic acquisition system comprising pressure gradient sensors
Inventor: MUYZERT EVERHARD JOHAN
IPC: G01V1/40
Filed: 2005-07-05
Abstract: A borehole seismic acquisition system is described with a plurality of ceramic pressure sensors 901-904 arranged so as to registers pressure signals which can be identified as P-and S-wave related in further processing, the sensors being best arranged in groups or clusters sensitive to pressure gradients in one or more directions.