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Patent GB-2365248-A (GB)
Title: Device for changing channels in a digital television reception system
Inventor: WRIFE KENNETH
IPC: H04N5/44
Filed: 2000-05-16
Abstract: Device for changing channels in a digital TV reception system with an image display unit in the form of at least one TV set (14) or equivalent for the reception of several TV channels over an incoming communication link (18) and display of the desired TV channel on the screen of the image display unit. The communication link (18) is connected to a memory unit (10) that has two-way coupling with the channel selector of the image display unit. Further, the memory unit (10) is arranged to continuously store in the respective shift register a short sequence of information, corresponding to at least one complete digital image, from several TV channels to which access is desired. In this way the selected TV channel is directly accessible for display on the screen through control by means of a control unit (16) through the channel selector (12) and the memory unit (10).
Patent GB-2382522-A (GB)
Title: Cot-mounted work surface
Inventor: ALLEN LEE ROY
IPC: A47D13/00
Filed: 2001-11-29
Abstract: A folding baby changer 10 includes a work surface 12 mounted to a rectangular frame 26 attached to an upright wall of a cot. The surface is held in the frame by pins 68 slidably engaged with slots (68 Fig 2) in the uprights 28. When stored, the surface lies parallel to the cot wall; in use it slides upwards and then pivots about pins 66 so as to lie across the cot, using the opposite side wall of the cot as a support. The surface may include a changing mat 14 with harness 20. Frame 26 is mounted on cot frame 40 using clamps on the uprights 28 which have an L-shaped gripping bracket 42 tightened by a knob and screw arrangement 48,50 and also a flexible (possibly resilient) strap 54 firmly attached to the screw 48 and passing through a slot 56 in the frame member 28 to be gripped under washer 52. The straps have a slot 58 enabling their fixation round varying sizes of cot frame.
Patent GB-2374758-A (GB)
Title: Network performance monitoring system
Inventor: GUILD KENNETH
IPC: H04B10/00
Filed: 2002-02-01
Abstract: A channel performance monitoring system for an optical network is provided which comprises measuring means for measuring the Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR), bit error rate (BER) and power level of a signal at selected points in the network; and a network management system, including comparing means to compare data from the measuring means with known data relating to the network, and processing means to process data from the comparing means to determine channel performance information. The invention provides intelligence within a network management system (NMS) to enable an optical channel to be set up automatically across an existing all-optical network infrastructure and ensure that it conforms to an agreed performance specification. Where non-compliance is identified corrective action can be applied either automatically and problem reports issued or, alternatively, the circuit is flagged as non routable, again with appropriate reports. Corrective action may be in the form of changes to the circuit configuration of operating conditions (within accepted profiles), by invoking protection switching or by other means.
Patent GB-2374520-A (GB)
Title: Corner construction of a switchgear cabinet
Inventor: KLASSEN SAMUEL
IPC: H05K5/03
Filed: 2002-03-14
Abstract: A switchgear cabinet has double-wall side panels and vertical corner frame members 11 with a free space 12 for receiving angled vertical edges of the wall members. The edges of the outer walls 20a, 20a' comprise two angled portions 22, 23, the endmost of which 22 extends parallel to the angle bisector 16 of the planes 13,14 of corner and at a predetermined distance <I>a/2</I> from it, and the interior walls 20i, 20i' fit directly or via seals onto abutment surfaces 17,18 of the frame members 11 and their edges are connected to the inner sides of the angled portions 23 in front of the angled portion 22. The distance <I>a/2</I> may be less than the thickness <I>D</I> of the walls. One of the wall panels may be a door whose hinges are located in the said free space and horizontal corner edges of the cabinet may also be structured as described.
Patent GB-2370867-A (GB)
Title: Emergency control of an automatic clutch
Inventor: JAGER THOMAS
IPC: B60W50/02
Filed: 1998-05-08
Abstract: An automatic clutch is controlled, via an actuator 13b, by a control unit 13 receiving signals from various sensors, eg engine speed sensor 16, gear determination sensors 19a, 19b, accelerator sensor 31, brake sensor 41, wheel sensors 99b-d etc. Upon failure of one or more of an engine speed sensor, an engine torque sensor, an accelerator pedal operation sensor, a throttle valve sensor or an individual wheel speed sensor; the torque transferable by the clutch is determined by at least one of a signal indicating brake operation, a signal denoting the neutral gear position, an engine speed below a predetermined threshold level or an intention of a driver to change gear. The torque transferred may be increased when a gear is engaged and a brake is not activated. When the engine speed is less than a predefinable value the torque transferred by the clutch may be reduced.
Patent GB-2380320-A (GB)
Title: Method for the sulphidation treatment of III-V compound semiconductor surfaces
Inventor: LORANS DOMINIQUE
IPC: H01L21/306
Filed: 2002-05-28
Abstract: Method for deoxidizing and passivating, by suiphidation, a surface of a III-V compound semiconductor material undergo strong oxidation in the presence of oxygen, characterized in that the surface to be passivated is immersed in a dilute aqueous solution containing sulphide ions with a concentration of between about 10<SP>-1</SP>M and 10<SP>-7</SP>M. Aqueous solutions of sodium sulphide and diammonium sulphide are used to heat InSb and GaSb surfaces.
Patent GB-2376405-A (GB)
Title: Crop lifter
Inventor: SCHUMACHER GUSTAV
IPC: A01D65/02
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: The invention relates to a crop lifter for reaping systems of harvesting machines with reaping fingers 2. The crop lifter 2 has a support bar (6 figure 1), on which an attachment element (10 figure 1) is mounted, which is connected to the support bar (6) and serves for retaining the crop lifter on the reaping finger 2 in different alignment positions. The attachment element (10) comprises a holding element (11 figure 2) with two distanced legs (12 figure 3), between which the tip of the reaping finger 2 can be inserted. On a pivot pin (15 figure 3) a retaining lever 16 is supported between the two legs (12). The retaining lever 16 has a first lever arm 17 with an adjusting screw 20, which can be brought into contact to the upper side of the reaping finger 2, and a second lever arm 18 with two retaining faces 24, 24a. Furthermore, a retaining element in the form of a leaf spring 25 is provided, which has a front face 26, which depending on the pivoting position of the retaining lever 16 contacts one of the retaining faces 24, 24a, and retains the retaining lever 16, so that the support bar (6) can be brought in reference to the reaping finger 2 into different rough approximate positions, which could be finely adjusted by turning the adjustment screw 20.
Patent GB-2379181-A (GB)
Title: Laser welding system
Inventor: WRIGHT CHRISTOPHER J
IPC: B23K26/26
Filed: 2002-08-29
Abstract: A laser welding system includes a travel path in the form of a conveyor 16 to carry a first blank 18 and a second blank 20. An upstream clamp assembly 12 and a downstream clamp assembly 14 are positioned on the travel path 16 and each of the upstream and downstream clamp assemblies 12,14 are movable to an open position to allow the first blank 18 to pass through the upstream clamp assembly 12 to a first location within the downstream clamp assembly 14. A laser welding source 28 is directed at a weld location on the travel path 16 between the upstream and downstream clamp assemblies 12,14. At least one locating means 26 is operable to locate the first weld edge 18a adjacent the weld location. A first displacement means (30, figure 6) displaces the first weld edge 18a against the locating means 26. The downstream clamp assembly 14 is movable from the open position to a closed clamped position to clamp the first blank 18 with the first weld edge 18a adjacent the weld location 26. The locating means 26 is operable to be withdrawn from the travel path 16. The upstream clamp assembly 12 is movable from the open position to an intermediate position, which is selected to guide the second blank 20 to pass through the upstream clamp assembly 12 in a substantially coplanar relationship with the first blank 18 so that the second weld edge 20a makes contact with, but not past, the first weld edge 18a. A second displacement means (40, figure 7) displaces the second blank 20 to a location adjacent the weld location where the second weld edge 20a abuts the first weld edge 18a. The upstream clamp assembly 12 is movable from the intermediate position to a closed clamped position to clamp the second blank 20, and laser welding source 28 is operable to fuse the first and second weld edges 18a,20a of the blanks together. Also claimed are a conveyor system and method for aligning blanks to be delivered to a processing station, and a method and system for delivering blanks to a processing station, wherein a reject mechanism is provided for when more than one blank is picked up for transfer onto a conveyor.
Patent GB-2393212-A (GB)
Title: Mounting for vehicle sun visor
Inventor: WILSON DOUGLAS J
IPC: B60J3/02
Filed: 2002-11-22
Abstract: A mount assembly for securing a visor in an opening 86 in a vehicle mounting surface 14 comprises a bracket assembly 28 including a bracket 34 which has an aperture 58, a ltach 64 slidably mounted to the bracket 34 and an arm 30 disposed within the aperture 58. To install the mount assembly, the arm 30 is rotated to a first position wherein the latch 64 is caused to move to an inwardly retracted. The bracket assembly 28 is then inserted into the opening 86 and the arm 30 rotated to a second position to cause the latch to move to an extended position to secure the mount assembly within the opening 86. Teeth 38 on the bracket 34 engage a flexible arm 70 on the latch 64 to secure it in its extended position. A release button 76 can be depressed to allow the mount assembly to be detached from the mounting surface 14.
Patent GB-2380690-A (GB)
Title: The electronic remote-controlled airplane
Inventor: TIAN YU
IPC: A63H27/24
Filed: 2000-12-11
Abstract: A remote-controlled plane, characterized in that the rudders (11, 21) are connected to the tails (10, 20) by the plastic film attached to their upper surface. At the joint of the rudders and tails, their elastic foam substrates are separated and the plastic films attached to their lower surface are separated too. There are two flexible cables or nylon wires (13, 23), one ends of them are respectively connected with the left or the right stands (14, 24) respectively fixed on the left/right rudder's upper surface, the other end of them are connected with the servo actuator of the remote-controlled receiving advice. There are position-returning device (12, 22) on the lower surface of the left/right rudder. The advantages of the invention include: handling easily, changing direction smoothly and being suitable especially for beginner.
Patent GB-2389207-A (GB)
Title: Memory coherency in distributed shared memory systems
Inventor: CHEN WEI-LONG
IPC: G06F12/08
Filed: 2003-03-04
Abstract: A distributed shared memory (DSM) system includes a local node and at least one remote node. The status of each memory line in a node is recorded in a memory coherency directory and can be one of HOME-M, HOME-N, SHARED, GONE and WASH. When the memory status is HOME-M data is read directly from the main memory of the local node (S305). When the status is GONE, revised data is read from a remote node and stored in the main memory of the local node (S320). When the status is HOME-N the memory line lies within the processor cache, elsewhere on the local node, and must be retrieved via a system bus transaction (S330).
Patent GB-2399059-A (GB)
Title: Extension handle for a stroller
Inventor: ROWNTREE MARK EDWARD
IPC: B62B9/20
Filed: 2003-03-06
Abstract: An extension device for use with a pushchair 1 comprises an extension arm 4 and means 9 for attaching the extension arm to at least one existing arm 3 of the pushchair, preferably in general parallel relationship therewith. The attachment means 9 maybe in the form of a clamp operable by a lever 6, and may be slidably mounted to the existing arm of the pushchair to allow the length of the extension arm to be adjustable. The device may comprise a pair of separate extension arms, each detachably secured to a respective one of a pair of existing arms of the pushchair. Alternatively, the device may comprise a U-shaped extension (figure 2), having an adjustable transverse section (10) so as to allow for pushchairs of varying width. By attaching the extension device, and thus increasing the length of the pushchair handles, an additional standing or seating platform may be located behind the pushchair.
Patent GB-2387161-A (GB)
Title: Trailer transporting device
Inventor: JONES ANDREW DAVID
IPC: B66F5/04
Filed: 2003-04-04
Abstract: A load transfer device (26) for use with a load transport assembly (10) is characterised in that the load transfer device (26) includes coupling means comprising a receiving member (40) for receiving a projecting part (112) of an article (100) to be transported and load transmission means for transmitting the load from the article to the load transport assembly. A load transport assembly (10) is characterised in that it comprises the load transfer device (26), a body (12) upon which the load transfer device (26) is mounted, roller means (24, 28) rotatably mounted on the body (12) for supporting the load transfer device (26), and drive means for driving the roller means (24). Preferably the article is a trailer and the load transfer device is raised by an hydraulic jack.
Patent GB-2402310-A (GB)
Title: Selective display of product information based on location
Inventor: SAVAGE CHRISTOPGER ALAN
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2003-05-22
Abstract: A system for selectively displaying information at a plurality of locations, the system comprising portable display apparatus 1 including a display unit 6 and a control module 4, and a plurality of presentations which can be displayed on the display unit by means of the control module, there being stored data which indicates appropriate locations for each of the presentations. The system further comprises a port 9 at each location with which the control module communicates in order to operate at that location, each port being provided with an identifier which, when there is communication between the control module and the port, is used to identify the location and to select the appropriate presentation for that location. The display apparatus may comprise an elongate, flat connecting member 5 which is connected mechanically at one end to the control module 4 and mechanically supports the display unit 6 at the end of the member which is remote from the control module, whereby the apparatus can be positioned on a support surface 2 on which products 8 are stocked, with the control module behind the products, the flat connecting member passing underneath the products, and the display unit in front of the products. The control module is provided with appropriate presentations from a central location. The display apparatus may be positioned on a shelf in a store on which products are stocked, and the presentation may comprise promotional material relating to the products at the location where the display apparatus is positioned.
Patent GB-2402180-A (GB)
Title: Variable stator vane actuating levers
Inventor: SELBY ALAN LESLIE
IPC: F04D29/56
Filed: 2003-05-30
Abstract: A variable stator vane actuating lever 50 comprises a first end for pivotal connection to a stator vane actuator ring 36 and a second end for abutting a stator vane spindle 32 . The second end of the lever 50 has resilient members 64,66 which abut the stator vane spindle 32. The resilient members may abut the stator vane spindle 32 at diametrically opposite locations and may be curved so that they are substantially tubular to provide even load distribution and location of the lever 50 on the stator vane spindle 32. The resilient members 64,66 may allow for relative movement between the lever 50 and the stator vane spindle 32. The actuating levers may be used in a compressor or turbine.
Patent GB-2402750-A (GB)
Title: Casing for an electronic device
Inventor: LAYLEY MARTIN RICHARD
IPC: H04M1/72427
Filed: 2003-06-10
Abstract: A casing for an electronic device wherein an image is produced on the casing by applying an electrical control signal to an electrochromic material in the casing. The signal is applied as a charge input into the electrochromic material through the use of transistors formed from a polymer material.
Patent GB-2392580-A (GB)
Title: Automatically launching an application at an agent's station in response to a caller's identification
Inventor: MICHELSON MARK J
IPC: H04M3/51
Filed: 2003-08-22
Abstract: A method and apparatus provides data to an agent station 32, 34 associated with a transaction processing system. The data corresponds to an incoming call routed from a caller 20 through a communication network 18 to the agent station 32, 34, where the incoming calls are based on voice-mode communication and/or text-mode communication. The method includes the steps of receiving the incoming call from the communication network 18, obtaining caller-specific data corresponding to the incoming call, inspecting the caller-specific data to determine a specialty type corresponding to the incoming call, selecting an selected agent station based upon the determined specialty type and routing the incoming call to the selected agent station 32, 34, transmitting the caller-specific data to the selected agent station 32, 34, and automatically launching or maximizing an application on the selected agent station 32 so that the application and corresponding call-specific data is available to the agent when the agent services the incoming call.
Patent GB-2390921-A (GB)
Title: Data processing
Inventor: STONE ADRIAN
IPC: G06Q40/08
Filed: 2002-02-26
Abstract: An on line data exchange method takes disparate data in disparate formats from parties who are part of a chain in an exchange such as insurers or commodity dealers and selects and translates the data into a common language in order to find data matches capable of resulting in a financial settlement. The method is particularly applicable to handling vehicle insurance claims by selection of Essential Data and seeking matches which indicate a common traffic incident.
Patent GB-2406536-A (GB)
Title: Friction sheet welding method
Inventor: HAN HEUNG NAM
IPC: B23K20/12
Filed: 2003-11-18
Abstract: Disclosed is a friction sheet welding method using a probe 3 for joining two work pieces 1, 2. The method comprises the steps of producing forcible and intense plastic deformation at external surfaces of the work pieces 1, 2 while generating frictional heat at the surfaces by rotating the probe 3 at a high speed, joining the work pieces together as the plastic deformation produced at the surfaces of the work pieces permeates inside material of the work pieces, and continuously welding the work pieces by horizontally traversing the probe along a weld joint 5 between the work pieces 1, 2. Differently from existing friction stir welding, according to the present invention, the generation of plastic flow is caused only by surface friction of the probe 3 against the work pieces 1, 2 since it eliminates the use of a probe pin, and the generated plastic flow permeates inside the work pieces thus causing the work pieces to be joined.
Patent GB-2410701-A (GB)
Title: Toy track system
Inventor: GRAHAM COLIN
IPC: A63H27/04
Filed: 2004-02-05
Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrically powered toy and particularly, but not exclusively, to a toy track system. The invention provides a toy track system (1) comprising a track (10) defining a path to be followed by a vehicle (16); a vehicle (16) mounted to the track (10) for following said path; and means (6,8) for securing said track to the underside of a support structure (4).
Patent GB-2396651-A (GB)
Title: Device and assembly for shattering a window
Inventor: PRICE MARTIN CHARLES
IPC: A62B3/00
Filed: 2000-12-18
Abstract: An assembly, device and method allow a window of, for example, a rail vehicle, to be shattered in emergency situations. The device comprises an actuator 2 and two or more separate hammers, 18 the actuator applying an impulse to the hammers when operated, the hammers being substantially independently arranged so that each transmits and impulse separately to the edge of its respective pane. This enables reliable breaking of double glazing.
Patent GB-2412283-A (GB)
Title: Bait kit
Inventor: BAILEY LESLEY DENISE
IPC: A01K97/04
Filed: 2004-03-26
Abstract: The kit comprises a hollow tube which is open at either end, and a plunger for pushing bait through the tube, wherein the plunger is shaped and configured to nest within the tube when not in use. In use bait is pushed through the tube into a water soluble mesh which can then be tied around the bait. The kit may comprise two tubes 7,24 of different diameters and a plunger having different sized ends 2,3. The kit may also comprise at least one funnel which can be attached to the end of the tube(s) and cutting means which may be removable.
Patent GB-2397426-A (GB)
Title: Pusher amusement machine
Inventor: WILLIAMS GEOFFREY ANTONY
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2001-05-18
Abstract: A coin-operated amusement machine 70, comprising a play area for coins 71, 72, means for introducing coins onto the play area, a first route for winning coins leaving the play area and a second route 73 for losing coins leaving the play area, means defining a loop for circulating coins to and from the play area; wherein means 74 are provided for influencing the ratio of coins leaving the play area by the first and second routes. The means for influencing the ration of coins may comprise means for fully or partially blocking the first and second route. Preferably the machine has two exits through which losing coins can leave the play area, each exit having a door for closing or opening the exit, so that both doors, one door or no doors can be open in order to influence the ratio of coins.
Patent GB-2399420-A (GB)
Title: Objective oriented NMR logging method and apparatus
Inventor: CHEN SONGHUA
IPC: G01R33/44
Filed: 2002-11-06
Abstract: The invention is an objective oriented NMR logging method and apparatus. Based on an objective, a combination of multiple building blocks that form a comprehensive logging program achieves a defined set of logging objectives. An example of a building block is a trainlet sequence (413) with a short interval between trainlets. Another example of a building block is a CPMG sequence (403) or a modified CPMG sequence having a refocusing angle between 90 and 180 degrees.
Patent GB-2414467-A (GB)
Title: Stackable box
Inventor: SU CHINGSUNG
IPC: A45C13/22
Filed: 2004-05-24
Abstract: A stackable box comprises a container 110, a handle bar 130 located in a concave wall portion 115E, one or two transparent lids 140 and detachable supporting elements 120 comprising relatively pivotable elements 150,155. The supporting elements 120 may be located in recesses 145B in an out of use condition or in recesses 145A to support an overlying stacked container, the elements 150,155 being pivotable between supporting and out of use orientations.