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Patent GB-2258491-A (GB)
Title: A window stay.
Inventor: DAVIS RONALD PERCIVAL
IPC: E05D15/32
Filed: 1992-05-29
Abstract: A four bar friction window stay for mounting a window sash in a window frame has a lower arm (2) and upper arm (1), a frame mounting member (3) and a sash mounting member (6) connected by pivot joints (4, 5, 7, 8) at least some of which are friction pivot joints. The pivot joint (4) between the frame end of the upper arm (1) and the frame mounting member (3) is offset sufficiently from a line passing substantially through the other pivot joints (5, 7, 8) when the stay is closed whereby when the window stay is fully closed the lower arm (2) and sash mounting member (6) are aligned and the upper arm (1) extends at an angle from the upper arm-sash mounting member pivot joint (7) away from the sash mounting member (6) to the offset top arm-frame mounting member pivot joint (4). The stay preferably incorporates means (12) on the end of the sash mounting member which interlocks with means (13) in the frame mounting member as the stay is closed to lock the head of the stay. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2258716-A (GB)
Title: Screw down valve.
Inventor: NG HONG GUAN
IPC: F16K35/06
Filed: 1992-08-04
Abstract: A screw down valve comprises a spindle 8 having a handle 9 at one end and a valve closure element 10 at its other end, the spindle passing through a tubular housing 5 to which it is coupled by a screw thread so that rotation of the spindle moves the spindle axially of the housing and hence moves the closure element relatively to a seating, a packing nut 13 which surrounds the spindle and extends partly into an end of the housing to which it is coupled by a screw thread so that the packing nut can be screwed in to compress a packing between the spindle and housing, and a locking means 20 for releasably locking the packing nut and spindle against relative rotation thereof. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2259013-A (GB)
Title: Neuroprotective use of CCK antagonists
Inventor: HILL R G
IPC: A61K31/55
Filed: 1992-08-17
Abstract: Use of CCK antagonists, especially those of formulae I-IV, in the formulation of medicaments having neuroprotective activity:   <IMAGE> wherein formulae I to IV are defined in (1) US 4791215; (2) EP 0167919 and EP 0284256; (3) EP 0405537 and (4) J. Med.Chem. 34, 1508-8 (1991) respectively. The compounds are particularly useful in the treatment of stroke, hypoglycaemia, cerebral palsy, cerebral ischaemia, perinatal asphyxia, epilepsy, Huntington's chorea, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinsonism, anoxia and neurotoxemia. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2269882-A (GB)
Title: Internal combustion engine pistons
Inventor: SALE TIMOTHY
IPC: F02B23/06
Filed: 1992-08-19
Abstract: An aluminium or aluminium alloy piston for use in a ferrous metal cylinder block in an internal combustion engine, particularly a compression ignition engine, that incorporates axial reinforcing struts 17a or wires or fibres 2 of material of lower coefficient of thermal expansion extending between the top of its crown and the level of its piston pin. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2271628-A (GB)
Title: Hydrocarbon recovery process
Inventor: FINN ADRIAN JOSEPH
IPC: F25J3/02
Filed: 1992-10-08
Abstract: A method of separating and recovering heavier hydrocarbons from gaseous hydrocarbon feed 110 involves cooling and partially condensing the feed in counter current indirect heat exchanger 111, separating the feed into condensate 118 and a first uncondensed vapour stream 114 in a separator 113 and fractionating in column 121 the condensate which has been increased in pressure by pump 119, to form a liquid stream 123 rich in said heavier hydrocarbons and an overhead vapour stream 122, the overhead vapour stream 122 being cooled and at least partially condensed in the exchanger 111, expanded to a lower pressure by valve 125 and subsequently evaporated in exchanger 111 to provide refrigeration for the process, the partial condensation of the overhead vapour stream being effected in countercurrent heat exchange relationship with the subsequent evaporation thereof. The expanded at least partially condensed vapour stream 126 is preferably combined with at least part of the first uncondensed vapour stream 114, 117 prior to evaporation. Additional mechanical refrigeration 129 may be provided for exchanger 111. The uncondensed vapour stream may be subjected to rectification in a reflux exchanger (14 - 16, Figure 2). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2261942-A (GB)
Title: Simulated solid fuel gas fires
Inventor: MORLEY MICHAEL
IPC: F24C3/00
Filed: 1992-11-27
Abstract: A simulated live fuel assembly for a gas-fired heating appliance comprises a base element 15 of unitary construction incorporating a lower forward portion 16 and a rear portion 17 projecting upwardly from the lower portion, together with single or plural upper elements 20 extending over and spaced from the base element to define between them a passage 21 having an inlet opening at the lower forward region of the assembly, outlet openings 22 being formed in or by the upper element and/or between same and the rear portion 21 of the base element, and the upper surface of the upper element(s) comprising simulated fuel formations. The rear portion 17 may terminate in simulated fuel formations. The elements 15, 20 are made of ceramic fibre material. Light bulbs 25, 31 are provided. Also disclosed is a reflector assembly 29, 30 comprising stainless steel sheet material having a mottled or patterned surface which may be employed with the above or other forms of live fuel effect assembly. The surface may be deformed to produce diamond or circular shaped recesses and projections. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-926438-A (GB)
IPC: B66B17/20
Abstract: 926,438. Decking apparatus for pit cages. STAMICARBON N.V. July 14, 1960 [July 17, 1959], No. 24621/60. Class 78 (4). After a truck 4 has been loaded into a pit cage 1 a stop 3, permitting passage of a further truck, can be released only if the cage 1 is subsequently moved, e.g. to bring a further deck 2 into alignment with the landing. In the arrangement illustrated, a pneumatic ram 15 is operated to release the stop only if three conditions are simultaneously fulfilled. Firstly, a relay 9 must be released when the cage moves from the position shown, so that a detector 22, which may be as described in Specification 825,840 causes a solenoid 25 to open a valve 10. Secondly, the valve 10 must be re-closed under control of the detector 22 when a further deck of the cage is aligned with the landing. Thirdly, a valve 7 must be closed to prove that a truck 4 is in position on a deflecting layer 21. The pneumatic system illustrated may be replaced by an hydraulic or electric system. Failure of the relay 9 may be arranged to prevent operation of decking rams and to operate a warning signal.
Patent GB-2267071-A (GB)
Title: Assembling fibre bales.
Inventor: LEIFELD FERDINAND
IPC: D01G7/06
Filed: 1993-02-26
Abstract: In an apparatus for assembling fibre bales 1 of cotton, chemical fibres and the like in a row, for example along a fibre bale take-off machine 2, 12, the initial bales in the row may be set up so that they are slightly inclined in one direction and further bales may be set up vertically or so that they are slightly inclined in the opposite direction. A holding or supporting device 85, 88 (see Fig 6a) is moved to the initial bale or bales. The holding or supporting device holds the initial bale or bales or supports them. The holding or supporting device can be moved away from the initial bale or bales again. The holding or supporting device 85, 88 is moved substantially horizontally. The holding device 85 is arranged laterally with respect to the initial bales in such a manner as to be movable and is capable of holding at least one initial bale horizontally. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2263251-A (GB)
Title: Hand-saws
Inventor: HOLMES RAYMOND ALLENBY
IPC: B23D51/01
Filed: 1993-03-16
Abstract: A hand-saw has a blade (8) and a handle assembly which has a front plate (7) and a back plate (2) on opposing sides of a handle (3). An end portion (15) of the blade (8) fits into a slit (12) in the handle (3) and positional means (6, 10) of the blade (8) and handle (3) then interact to hold the blade (8) in a unique position. This position aligns a hole or holes (9) in the blade (8) with retainer-receiving means (11, 13) of the plates (2, 7) so that a retainer or retainers can be passed from one plate (2) to the other plate (7) and tightened to secure the blade (8) in place.
Patent GB-2277641-A (GB)
Title: Motor mounting bracket
Inventor: FINNEY DIANE LOUISE VICTORIA
IPC: H02K5/26
Filed: 1993-03-31
Abstract: A bracket having a body 1 for mounting small electric motor 8 incorporates an adjusting mechanism 5/7 for accurate alignment of the motor drive shaft with the driven load. Pin 6 presses the motor against the facing support and screw 7 engages, via threaded hole 7 the chassis 9 to effect adjustment. The bracket is secured to the chassis through hole 4. Pin 6 may be threaded, bonded or a press-fit in hole 3. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2269238-A (GB)
Title: Spatial light modulators
Inventor: KATO NAOKI
IPC: G02F1/135
Filed: 1993-07-20
Abstract: A spatial light modulator is formed of a ferroelectric liquid crystal adjacent a photoconductive layer and further includes optical write and read means and means for applying a voltage to the liquid crystal. The modulator is driven by applying a first voltage pulse 11 to the liquid crystal to move the liquid crystal to a stable state. The liquid crystal is then moved to a second stable state by directing light having an intensity above a first threshold onto the liquid crystal and applying a second voltage pulse 12 of opposite polarity to the first pulse. At least part of the liquid crystal is then transferred to its original state by directing light having an intensity higher than the first threshold value and applying a voltage pulse 13 having the same polarity as the first voltage. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2281119-A (GB)
Title: Sound moderator
Inventor: FINDLATER GORDON
IPC: F41A21/30
Filed: 1993-08-17
Abstract: There is disclosed an improved sound moderator (silencer) for firearms and or air-guns/rifles, particularly suitable for rim fire 0.22" calibre firearms. Known moderators suffer from a number of problems, such as ease of cleaning, noise minimisation, high number of components, ease of construction, weight, size, and production cost. The present invention provides a sound moderator (5) comprising a body (10) having an internal bore (15) the body being at least partially made from a plastics material such as a polyacetal material. At least part of the internal bore (15) has a helical path provided thereupon (50, 85, 90, 95). Further, the bore (15) is divided into at least two longitudinal chambers (58, 59, 60) by at least one baffle (65,70), the baffle(s) (65, 70) having at least one aperture (75) formed therein and being retained within the bore (15) by helical spring retaining means (85, 90, 95), the retaining means (85, 90, 95) allowing limited longitudinal movement of the baffle(s) (65, 70) about a rest position, in use. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2271153-A (GB)
Title: Emergency bearing.
Inventor: JALLAND RICHARD WILLIAM
IPC: F16C29/04
Filed: 1993-09-20
Abstract: A machine device comprises a running surface 102 and a rotable component 103 of a given contact diameter to run in contact therewith. The component is rotatable about an axle 104 or bearing, the distance of the axis of which from the running surface is prevented by a protector 105 from falling below a minimum substantially equal to one half of the contact diameter of the rotatable component upon such running contact. The protector connected to said axle or bearing surface is of a size and position that during normal operation it is out of contact with the running surface but will come into contact upon failure of the rotatable component to maintain the minimum contact diameter. The protector is of a material (eg mild steel) which wears preferentially to the material of the running surface (eg hardened steel) in contact therewith. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2271877-A (GB)
Title: An automatic dispenser of visiting cards
Inventor: TUMIDEI DANIELE
IPC: B41J11/70
Filed: 1993-10-22
Abstract: A banknote operated vending machine for customised visiting cards comprises a processor unit (3), a monitor (4) and printers (7) managed by the processor unit (3), a keyboard (6) connected to the processor unit (3), a roll (24) of card (9) and a rotary cutter (10) for each printer (7) commanded by the processor (3); at least the printers (7), the rolls (24) of card (9) and the cutters (10) being supported by a slide (11) which is accessible via a hatch in the machine casing. The processor unit (3) sends to the printers (7) the codes necessary for printing each visiting card (5) and, a final code to activate the sound system of the printers (7), which triggers the processor unit (3) to actuate the cutting means. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2285161-A (GB)
Title: Theft alarm device
Inventor: JOHNSON JOEL HARRY
IPC: B60R25/102
Filed: 1994-01-20
Abstract: The theft alarm device comprises at least one first component Fig 1(a) operable to make a first response to movement in, around or of a first body and a second component, Fig 1(b) operable to detect said first response of said first component, said detection triggering an alarm mechanism 32 wherein said first component and said second component have a remote connection with each other. Preferably, said body is a vehicle, said first component includes a transmitter 16 and is located within or fitted to the said vehicle and said second component includes a receiver 18 and is operable in a second location of the user's choice, and said second component comprises both the detection means and the alarm means. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2275121-A (GB)
Title: Test marking system
Inventor: CLARK JAY V
IPC: G09B7/00
Filed: 1994-02-04
Abstract: A collaborative scoring system monitors and resolves discrepancies in two or more scores from different (human) resolves for the same test answers. The system will also monitor a test resolver's scoring performance against a known standard. Performance feedback data tracks a resolver's scoring rate to monitor efficiency and optionally recommends break times or provides the resolver with diversionary activities during breaks. Consistent scoring is further promoted by selectively sending test answers to resolves selected on the basis of classifications, eg of race or gender, of the persons who generated the test answers. An on-line scoring guide dynamically provides test resolvers with rules for scoring answers to particular test questions. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2298048-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for converting capacitance to voltage
Inventor: SANDERS MARK
IPC: G01D5/24
Filed: 1995-02-07
Abstract: The apparatus comprises a pair of analog switches (10,11) connected in series between a stable direct voltage source (14) and earth (15), an oscillator (13) for switching the analog switches (10,11) in anti-phase to each other, a charge buffer amplifier (18) connected through a capacitor (16) (the capacitance of which is to be converted to voltage) to a common terminal between the analog switches (10,11), a feedback capacitor (21) of similar capacitance to capacitor (16) connected in parallel-parallel negative feedback between the output (20) and the input (17) of the charge buffer amplifier (18), and output means (23) connected to the output (20) of the charge buffer amplifier (18) to provide the converted voltage.
Patent GB-2286583-A (GB)
Title: Re-usable coffin
Inventor: SLATTERY WILLIAM
IPC: A61G17/00
Filed: 1995-02-20
Abstract: A coffin or casket comprises a re-usable outer cover (2) which is separable from a disposable inner compartment (4) housed within, the inner compartment (4) being made from a disposable material such as cardboard or the like and being adapted to fully contain a corpse. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2299410-A (GB)
Title: Labelling devices for exposed films
Inventor: GLOVER EDWARD CHARLES TIMOTHY
IPC: G03D13/00
Filed: 1995-03-31
Abstract: It is known to provide data relating to processing of an exposed film strip on an order envelope. This data needs to be transferred from the envelope and may become separated from the film strip to which it relates. Described herein is a labelling device (20) on to which data (23, 24, 26) relating to the processing of a film strip can be entered, the labelling device being attached to the film leader (12) and subsequently being used to guide it through appropriate processing apparatus. The device (20) includes a plurality of data areas (22, 23, 24, 26) on which data relating to processing of that particular film is entered. The label (20) may be attached to a transparent cover (40) which protects the cassette (10) against dust when transported from retailer to photofinisher.
Patent GB-2301561-A (GB)
Title: Airbag system
Inventor: WEHNER MARK
IPC: B60R21/26
Filed: 1995-06-02
Abstract: The system comprises a folded airbag 1 a gas generator 6 for inflating the airbag, a flexible airbag cover 7, a layer of foam 8 preferably bonded to the cover, and layer of skin 9 preferably bonded to the foam. The skin is of a material and finish consistent with the decorative finish to the vehicle and has a line of weakness 10 adapted to split when subjected to a predetermined pressure such as that generated by the airbag inflating, to release the inflating airbag through the cover and the foam and skin layers. Preferably the line of weakness is arranged to perpendicularly intersect the direction of gas flow from the inflator so that release of the gas applies a point pressure on the line of weakness causing the skin to effectively zipper open and release the airbag. This system obviates the need for an expensive airbag deployment door and is more aesthetically pleasing to the vehicle owner since unsightly visible tear seams and door edges are eliminated.
Patent GB-2291043-A (GB)
Title: Hinge-lid pack for cigarettes or the like
Inventor: FOCKE HEINZ
IPC: B65D85/10
Filed: 1995-06-21
Abstract: In a hinge-lid pack for cigarettes or the like formed from a single blank and comprising a box part (12) and a lid (13), a collar (38) is initially connected to an inner tab (36) of the lid (13) by webs (43), (44) which are broken on first opening the lid (13). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2291262-A (GB)
Title: Schottky barrier infrared sensor
Inventor: KONUMA KAZUO
IPC: H01L31/108
Filed: 1995-07-05
Abstract: A solid-state infrared sensor comprises a first layer 2 of a semiconductor e.g. Si of a first conductivity type joined to a second layer 1 of a metal or a metal silicide e.g. Pt Si to form a Schottky barrier diode. A third layer 10 is formed in the first layer out of contact with the Schottky junction interface. The third layer contains an impurity which effectively moves the barrier to hot carriers formed in the depletion layer under an image force closer to the junction interface. When infrared radiation 13 is detected using a multiple reflection effect of hot carriers generated in the diode by incident infrared light, since the position of the effective barrier is close to the Schottky junction, the attenuation of the energy of the hot carriers is suppressed and the injection yield of the hot carriers passing through the Schottly barrier is increased. The sensor has an antireflection film 14. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2303826-A (GB)
Title: A vessel with a passenger/crew deck that separates from its hull
Inventor: WAITE ALLAN CHARLES
IPC: B63B43/00
Filed: 1995-08-01
Abstract: A vessel e.g. a roll-on roll-off ferry has a passenger deck 1 that can separate from the hull 2 in the event of ingress of water to the latter and remain afloat and make headway with steerage once separated, the hull 2 subsequently inverting and floating. The deck 1 includes an auxiliary engine 5 and independent steerage via a rudder 6. The deck and hull have aligned vertical passageways 7 with flexible connections 9, and aligned service columns 8.
Patent GB-2292460-A (GB)
Title: Borehole electromagnetic measuring tool and method
Inventor: PAYTON CHRIRTOPHER C
IPC: G01V3/26
Filed: 1995-08-11
Abstract: A single well transient electromagnetic (TEM) apparatus includes a wireline logging tool 10 adapted for disposition in a borehole 14 drilled in earth formations that has mounted thereon at least one electromagnetic transmitter and electric field transmitter 42 for applying electromagnetic energy to the formation so as to maximize the radial depth of penetration of the energy into the formation. The logging tool further includes at least one electromagnetic receiver and electric field receiver 44 for detecting the electric field and magnetic field components created in the formation by the TEM transmitter. The electromagnetic transmitter and receiver preferably comprise three-axis electromagnetic coils, and the electric field transmitter and receiver preferably comprise three-axis electric dipole antenna elements. The tool may employ an array of the TEM transmitters and TEM receivers spaced axially along the tool in the borehole. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2304184-A (GB)
Title: Gas heating arrangement
Inventor: WRIGHT PETER
IPC: F24B1/18
Filed: 1995-08-12
Abstract: A gas heater has a burner 12 and combustion chamber 26 from which combustion products normally leave through an outlet at 14. A convection path 34 passes from an inlet 36 around the combustion chamber 26 to an outlet 24. In down-draught conditions, a baffle 46 divides down-draught air into paths 18,20. Path 18 passes to the burner to provide it with clean air. Path 20 mingles with combustion products at 22 and is deflected by baffle 52 toward the convection outlet 24, taking combustion products away from the burner 12.
Patent GB-2293781-A (GB)
Title: Decorative plaster coating
Inventor: BILLETT EDWARD CHARLES
IPC: E04F21/16
Filed: 1995-10-09
Abstract: A decorative coat, eg. for the exterior surface of a building, is provided by applying a top coat of plaster material on top of a keyed rough coat, floating the top surface so that it is flat and smooth, sponging the floated surface to bring particulate material such as sand to the surface, and then rolling the surface whilst it is still plastic with a roller with a random distribution of pits and projections to compress the surface and provide a random pattern thereon. The roller is also claimed.
Patent GB-2307682-A (GB)
Title: Detergent glycoside derivatives and related compounds their preparation and use
Inventor: YARIV JOSEPH
IPC: C07D309/10
Filed: 1995-11-28
Abstract: The invention provides new surfactant O-, N-, and S-(C6-C26)-alkyl and (C6-C26)-acyl glycoside-sulphonic acids and glycuronic acid derivatives of glycosides (glycosiduronic acids); and salts of such acids; e.g. surfactant 1-(C6-C26-alkyl) and 1-(C6-C26-acyl) 6-deoxy-6-sulpho-hexose glycopyranosides, such as glucopyranosides, especially sulphoquinovosides, and 1-(C6-C26-alkyl) and 1-(C6-C26-acyl) 6-deoxy-6-sulpho-glycofuranosides such as fructofuranosides; and their salts. The compounds are useful e.g. as detergents, cosmetic ingredients and as liquid crystal ingredients.
Patent GB-2307785-A (GB)
Title: Forming contacts on semiconductor substrates radiation detectors and imaging devices
Inventor: ORAVA RISTO OLAVI
IPC: H01L31/0224
Filed: 1995-11-29
Abstract: A method, suitable for forming metal contacts 31 on a semiconductor substrate 1 at positions for defining radiation detector cells, includes the steps of forming one or more layers of material 11,12 on a surface of the substrate with openings 23 to the substrate surface at the contact positions; forming a layer of metal 24 over the layer(s) of material and the openings; and removing metal at 28 overlying the layer(s) of material to separate individual contacts. Optionally, a passivation layer 11 to be left between individual contacts on the substrate surface, may be applied during the method. The method prevents etchants used for removing unwanted gold (or other contact matter) coming into contact with the surface of the substrate (e.g. CdZnTe) and causing degradation of the resistive properties of that substrate.