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Patent GB-2431585-A (GB)
Title: An inflatable device for holding an object
Inventor: HAMILTON JAMES
IPC: A61H19/00
Filed: 2006-10-20
Abstract: An inflatable device for supporting an article, the device comprising an inflatable member 20 for providing a structural element of the device, an intermediate element 30 mounted on the structural element, and a receiving member 40 provided in engagement with the intermediate element for receiving an article therein. The embodiment described provides an inflatable cushion with a receiving member for holding a sex toy but the application also envisages use of such a device for holding a child's toy, an ornament or a torch, for example. The receiving member may comprise a body having a conical shaped inner surface adaptable to receive objects of different sizes by removing a portion of the receiving member whose inner surface diameter is less than the outer diameter of the portion of the object to be held in the receiving member.
Patent GB-2445534-A (GB)
Title: A free standing wheeled bin docking station incorporating a bin lid opener which is operated by a foot pedal
Inventor: MANNING ANTON
IPC: B65F1/14
Filed: 2007-01-09
Abstract: A free standing wheeled bin docking station, which incorporates means to open the bin lid 11 that is operated by a foot pedal 2. The docking station has a base 1 for the location of the wheeled bin 10, a foot pedal 2 pivotally mounted to the base that is connected to the lid opening means 8 via an adjustable rod 4 or cable, and a support tube 5 perpendicularly mounted to the base 1 that supports the lid actuating means 8. The lid opening means 8 comprises a lid lifter 9 which fits under the bin lid and a retaining arm 7 that fits over the bin lid, that lifts the lid 11 when the foot pedal 2 is depressed. The full open position of the bin lid 11 may be adjusted by push rod 4.
Patent GB-2444568-A (GB)
Title: A driven agitating brush for a vacuum cleaner
Inventor: CHOI MIN-JO
IPC: A47L5/30
Filed: 2007-05-01
Abstract: A brush apparatus for a vacuum cleaning machine comprises a rotatable brush member 30, a driving unit 40 to drive the agitating brush member 30, and a blocking unit 50 disposed between the brush member 30 and the driving unit 40 to selectively block a driving force transmitted between the brush member 30 and the driving unit 40. The driving unit 40 includes a suction motor 41 to generate a suction force, and a single continuous connecting belt 42 connecting the suction motor 41 and the blocking unit 50. The blocking unit includes a blocking part 55 and a power transmitting part 51. An operating lever 56 forms part of the blocking part 55 and when in a first position, the lever allows bearing member 53 to make contact with a member 54 on the brush causing it to rotate. When the lever 56 is in a second position (figure 5) the bearing 53 is caused to come out of engagement with the member 54 causing the brush member 30 to stop rotating.
Patent GB-2440406-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid electric drive system for a motor vehicle
Inventor: JANSON DAVID ALLEN
IPC: B60K6/485
Filed: 2007-05-10
Abstract: A system for driving the wheels 20,26 of a motor vehicle includes an engine 32 or another prime mover, a transmission 34 for transmitting rotary power to and from the engine 32, an electric machine 38, a clutch 40 driveably connected to an output 36 of the transmission 34; and a gearset driveably connected to the electric machine 38, the transmission output 36 and the clutch 40, for transmitting rotary power between the electric machine 38 and at least one of the transmission output 36 and the clutch 40.
Patent GB-2449460-A (GB)
Title: A word game
Inventor: ANDERSON THOMAS MICHAEL
IPC: A63F1/04
Filed: 2007-05-23
Abstract: A word game comprises a start word or anagram which is used to form other words by the addition or removal of a vowel. The game may be played as a board game, or be printed in magazines, newspapers, books or promotional literature.
Patent GB-2449632-A (GB)
Title: A mobile telecommunications device, and an accessory for a mobile telecommunications device
Inventor: HOHL MARKUS
IPC: G02F1/13357
Filed: 2007-05-23
Abstract: A mobile telecommunications device having a first body portion and a second body portion. The second body portion is pivotally connected to the first body portion by a hinge means and moveable between an open and closed position. The device comprises a function control means arranged to control a function of the mobile device wherein the function control means is mounted coaxially with the hinge means.
Patent GB-2438563-A (GB)
Title: Board Game
Inventor: TIPPY GARY
IPC: A63F3/02
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: The present invention is a strategy and/or educational board game in which 2-4 players distribute game pieces, e.g., marbles or other tokens, according to a particular sequence among a common field of play, with the object of the game being to be the first player to collect a predetermined number of game pieces in a "home" location. Each player is assigned a single home location for their exclusive use; the remainder of the field of play is commonly shared by all players. In a preferred embodiment, a spinner is spun by each player, with the spinner stopping and pointing at a number or graphic. The player must locate the same number or graphic on the field of play to identify the starting point for a move. Once the number or graphic is located, game pieces sitting in a well associated with the number or graphic are picked up by the player, and the player chooses movement in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction. The user then distributes the game pieces, one-by-one, in each well encountered in the selected direction. The game pieces are not associated with any player, that is, all of the same pieces are usable by all of the players when the pieces are in play.
Patent GB-2442355-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic loading of protocol adapters on a client
Inventor: LANDRY JOHN E
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2007-09-28
Abstract: A client system communicates with a data server. The client uses one protocol and the server uses a different protocol. The client uses a protocol factory to locate a protocol adapter to convert its protocol to that used by the server. The protocol adapters may be stored in a library. The adapter may be selected by testing each one in turn to see whether it works with the server. Alternatively, the adapter may be selected based on the IP address of the server. The adapter may be located when an application is started or when the client requests data from the server.
Patent GB-2455365-A (GB)
Title: Locking device
Inventor: GROOT A A DE
IPC: B60B3/16
Filed: 2008-01-10
Abstract: A locking device for at least two adjacent fasteners (e.g. wheel nuts) comprises a ring 2 for engaging the periphery of each fastener and a body 1 which engages the rings 2. A ratchet mechanism 4, 5 is provided between each ring 2 and the body 1 to allow axial rotation of each fastener in one direction but prevent axial rotation of each fastener in a second direction.
Patent GB-2445497-A (GB)
Title: Time multiplexed dynamic on-die termination
Inventor: COX CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G06F13/40
Filed: 2006-12-05
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are generally directed to systems, methods, and apparatuses for time-multiplexed dynamic on-die termination. In an embodiment, an integrated circuit receives, during a first clock, an on-die termination (ODT) activation signal at its ODT pin. The integrated circuit also receives, during a second clock, an ODT value selection signal on its ODT pin. In an embodiment, the integrated circuit prevents a reset of the state of the ODT activation signal for a predetermined period of time to enable the multiplexing of signals on the ODT pin. Other embodiments are described and claimed.
Patent GB-2450600-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum cleaner
Inventor: MORPHEY JOHN
IPC: A47L5/28
Filed: 2008-06-05
Abstract: A vacuum cleaner comprises an inlet nozzle (202, fig 2), a dirt collection chamber 430 having a chamber opening, and a lid 464 adapted to selectively close the chamber opening. The lid 464 includes a lid passage 480 that extends between a lid inlet 488 and a lid outlet 482, and the lid outlet 482 is in fluid communication with the dirt collection chamber 430. A dirty air inlet passage 466 is fluidly connected between the inlet nozzle (202. fig 2) and the lid inlet 488. A fan is provided and adapted to convey dirty air into the inlet nozzle (202. fig 2), through the dirty air inlet passage 466, through the lid passage 488, and into the dirt collection chamber 430. The lid passage 480 includes a removable portion 490 that can be removed to expose at least a portion of the lid passage to allow removal of obstructions from the lid passage. Also disclosed is a vacuum cleaner that has a plug recess (124, fig 2) to hold a power cord plug (126, fig 2) while it powers the vacuum.
Patent GB-2461339-A (GB)
Title: A brick carrying tool
Inventor: DONLON ANTHONY
IPC: B65G7/12
Filed: 2008-07-02
Abstract: The tool 10 comprises a handle portion 15 for holding the tool, a pair of forks 11, 12 substantially parallel to one another and spaced apart along the fork length, the forks being adapted to be inserted through holes formed in a brick (as shown in Fig 4). The tool is characterised further by a support portion 18 linking the handle portion to the forks. The handle portion is spaced apart from and located above a mid-portion of the forks.
Patent GB-2463532-A (GB)
Title: Email filtering based upon security information embedded in mail or provided through web based challenge response system
Inventor: EVANS EUROS
IPC: H04L9/32
Filed: 2008-09-23
Abstract: Email filter for blocking spam and other unwanted mail only delivers messages from approved addresses. Addresses can be approved manually by the receiver or using a 'personal identifier'. The personal identifier can be included in the email address/subject lines and the filter checks for its presence in all mail from unapproved addresses. Alternatively email from unapproved addresses are directed to a web site to enter the personal identifier. The personal identifier can be a secret communicated to the sender, or it could be a CAPTCHA in the form of obfuscated text or question to be answered. If the personal identifier is proved the email is delivered and the sender address added to the approved list, otherwise the email is dropped by the server.
Patent GB-2454786-A (GB)
Title: Executing an Auxiliary Recipe and a Batch Recipe Associated with a Process Control System
Inventor: MOORE JAMES HENRY JR
IPC: G05B19/418
Filed: 2008-11-11
Abstract: Example methods and apparatus for executing an auxiliary recipe 624 and a batch recipe 604 are disclosed. A disclosed example method involves executing 604 a first recipe, and before completion of execution of the first recipe, receiving an auxiliary recipe 608. The example method also involves determining whether the first recipe has reached a suitable entry point 614 at which the auxiliary recipe can be executed 624. The auxiliary recipe is then executed when it has been determined that the first recipe has reached a suitable the entry point.
Patent GB-2466015-A (GB)
Title: Dual mode solar heat collector and heat dissipation unit
Inventor: CLARK ANTHONY JAMES
IPC: F24S23/77
Filed: 2008-12-08
Abstract: A dual mode combined solar heat collector and air conditioning heat dissipation unit comprises a system of blinds which move in response to a diverter valve between heat collection and heat radiation modes. The blinds are silvered on a front surface and blackened on a rear surface to ensure that heat gain or loss is maximized, according to the mode of operation. In heat collection mode, a front blind 1 is set in an open position so that it aligns with the lowest position of the sun whilst a rear blind 5 is set in a closed position so that it reflects radiant heat back to a panel 4. As the sun rises higher in the sky, the silvered surface of the front blind reflects solar radiation on to the blackened surface of the panel. In heat dissipation (air conditioning) mode, the front blind is angled so that incident sunlight is reflected. A motor or solenoid 6 operates through a crank to open the rear blind in the same way as the front blind. The diverter valve is switched so that heat collected from the cold side of a refrigerator is passed through a heat exchanger connected to the panel. Preferably, the panel comprises a lightweight multiwall polycarbonate extrusion.
Patent GB-2468354-A (GB)
Title: Combustion engine lubricant circuit
Inventor: CIPOLLA GIOVANNI
IPC: F01M1/16
Filed: 2009-03-06
Abstract: A lubricant circuit for a combustion engine comprises a pump 3 and plural paths 7, 9, 12, 22, 23 from the output port of the pump 3 to an input port thereof via at least one lubricating point 8, 10, 13, 16, 19. At least one of the paths comprises a metering valve 6 to control the flow rate of the lubricant at its associated lubricating point. The metering valve 6 can have a simple design of a solenoid 24 surrounding a lubricant passage 25 if the lubricant is a magneto-rheologic fluid. The metering valve 6 can be provided upstream of lubricating points such as cylinder jackets, a crankshaft 14, camshaft 11 and tappets 8. The metering valve can be controlled electronically according to engine operating conditions such as speed; temperature; time since engine start; and time and mileage since lubricant change.
Patent GB-2466524-A (GB)
Title: Summoning a submenu according to a selected display area of a user interface
Inventor: CHANG CHING-CHIH
IPC: G06F3/048
Filed: 2009-03-10
Abstract: A user interface displays a background frame 40, such as a predetermined picture, comprising a plurality of areas in which each area respectively corresponds to one of a plurality of sub-menus of a function menu, each submenu 61 including a plurality of options 611-614. Under normal circumstances the submenus are not displayed on the background frame. When a trigger signal triggered by an object on one of the plurality of areas of the background frame is received, the corresponding sub-menu 61 is displayed on the area of the background frame which the trigger signal triggered on. The display is preferably a touch screen where the signal is triggered by a user 70 touching an area of the screen. Alternatively, the object may be a cursor controlled by a mouse where pressing a button of the mouse when it is moved to an area causes the signal to be triggered.
Patent GB-2469861-A (GB)
Title: Device comprising a plurality of barrier members for preventing an animal entering a sewer outlet
Inventor: FORGE JOHN
IPC: E03F7/06
Filed: 2009-04-30
Abstract: A device for preventing animals, such as rats, gaining access to a sewer outlet comprises chamber 20 with fluid inlet 22 and outlet 24, and a plurality of elongate, individually pivotable mounted barrier member 30 that are spaced to allow fluid flow between them, but to prevent the passage of animals. Barrier members 30 are retained by gravity, may curve towards outlet 24, and may be in the form of blades, which may have barbs 36 on their edges facing outlet 24 and taper to a point 37. Barrier members 30 may be threadedly mounted on shaft 27, with spacers (39, Fig 4) between them, and the free ends of barrier members 30 may rest in individual channels 35. Barriers may be removable from chamber 20, and may have a counterweight portion (45, Fig 4). A barrier comprising barrier members 30 may be provided for insertion into a chamber of a sewer outlet.
Patent GB-2468931-A (GB)
Title: An hydraulic coupling member with bidirectional pressure-energised probe seal
Inventor: SMITH ROBERT E III
IPC: E21B17/02
Filed: 2009-05-29
Abstract: A female hydraulic coupling member comprising; a body having a first longitudinal bore, the first bore having a circumferential shoulder therein; a retainer adapted to be inserted into a first end of the first longitudinal bore and to seat on the shoulder, the retainer having a second longitudinal bore; an annular probe seal within the first longitudinal bore interposed between the shoulder and the retainer upon insertion of the retainer into the first longitudinal bore and oriented such that the opening in the seal faces the longitudinal axis of the first bore, the seal comprising a first curved section and a second, opposing curved section such that when the probe section of a male hydraulic coupling member is inserted in the female hydraulic coupling member and contacts the probe seal, the first curved section of the probe seal is pressure-energised if the fluid pressure within the coupling exceeds the ambient pressure and second curved section of the probe seal is pressure-energised if the ambient pressure exceeds the fluid pressure within the coupling.
Patent GB-2471471-A (GB)
Title: Quantum repeater and method for creating extended entanglements utilising triggering control signals from neighbouring repeater relay nodes
Inventor: HARRISON KEITH
IPC: H04B10/29
Filed: 2009-06-30
Abstract: A method is provided of creating an end-to-end entanglement 89 between qubits in first and second end nodes 81L, 81R of a chain of optically-coupled nodes whose intermediate nodes 80 are quantum repeaters. Local entanglements 85 are created between qubits in neighbouring pairs in the chain through interaction of the qubits with light fields transmitted between the nodes. A trigger 82 propagated along the chain from one end node 81 L, sequentially enables each quantum repeater to effect a top-level cycle of operation. In each such cycle, a repeater 80 initiates a local merge operation between two qubits that are at least expected to be entangled with qubits in nodes disposed in opposite directions along the chain from the repeater. A quantum repeater 80 adapted for implementing this method is also provided.
Patent GB-2473840-A (GB)
Title: Reflector lamp
Inventor: SUMMERLAND DAVID THOMAS
IPC: F21V7/00
Filed: 2009-09-24
Abstract: A reflector lamp has a number of reflectors 1, and a number of light sources 2 mounted within each reflector 1. Each reflector 1 includes an open output aperture through which the reflector 1 directs light to the exterior of the lamp, and each reflector 1 is dimensioned to restrict access by the user to the light source 2.
Patent GB-2460594-A (GB)
Title: A paint container
Inventor: WALCOT RUTH ELIZABETH
IPC: C09D7/43
Filed: 2008-04-04
Abstract: A paint container including a main body and a neck portion having a rim with an internal web projecting radially inwardly from the rim, in which the internal web includes an aperture (216) dimensioned such that it can receive an associated dip-tube and remove excess paint from the dip-tube when it is removed from the paint container.
Patent GB-2474513-A (GB)
Title: Biodiesel blending detection in an internal combustion engine
Inventor: VASSALLO ALBERTO
IPC: F02D19/08
Filed: 2009-10-19
Abstract: A method for biodiesel blending detection in an internal combustion engine comprises at least the following steps: a first evaluation of the relative air-to-fuel ratio (RAFR) by means of a first sensor, eg a lambda sensor, whose output whose output is representative of the actual RAFR value, in order to use such first evaluation as a reference value; a second evaluation of RAFR performed in the engine's electronic control unit (ECU) by measuring mass air flow (MAF), injected fuel quantity (Qfuel) and stoichiometric air-to-fuel ratio (A/F)sTof petrodiesel, and determining discrepancies of values obtained from the respective evaluations. The proportion of biodiesel in the fuel blend is thus determined using only existing sensors. The determination of biodiesel blending may use a pre-calculated correlation set of values between the discrepancy and a biodiesel/petrodiesel percentage.
Patent GB-2476110-A (GB)
Title: Transport pallet with insulating means
Inventor: HARRISON PAUL
IPC: B65D19/00
Filed: 2009-12-11
Abstract: A transport pallet 20 is disclosed comprising a load supporting platform 22 supported above the ground in use by a plurality of feet 24 extending downwardly from an underside of the platform, said feet allowing access under said platform, said platform at least, having a platform core of foamed polymer material having a more rigid surface formed by a polymer coating, said coating being applied in liquid form after said core is formed. The pallet includes a frame 30 having an insulating jacket 40 held together by means of zips 47. The jacket 40 includes a layer of aerogel 42 and 43.
Patent GB-1377395-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for wetting an adhesive coated sheet material
IPC: B44C7/02
Filed: 1972-04-04
Abstract: 1377395 Coating apparatus IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES Ltd 4 April 1972 [20 April 1971] 10041/71 Heading B2L Apparatus for wetting a water-activatable adhesive on the surface of a sheet 8 comprises a trough 1 for containing water in which the sheet is immersed and a member 3 which presses the sheet against a foam pad 2 so that excess water is removed from both sides of the sheet as it is withdrawn from the trough. The foam pad 2 may be omitted so that the member presses the sheet against the edge of the trough or both the member and the edge of the trough may be provided, with foam pads. The trough may be of coated cardboard or plastics material and the member 3 may be of metal rod or wire or plastics material. The trough is used for wetting adhesive on a roll of wall paper which is immersed in the trough.
Patent GB-749299-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in tunnel kilns
IPC: F27B9/30
Filed: 1954-04-06
Abstract: 749,299. Tunnel kilns. SCHMIDT, E. G. April 6, 1954, No. 10058/54. Class 51(2). A tunnel kiln for exfoliating slate or roasting ores &c., has a preheating section 1 in which the roof rises gradually to a firing section 2 heated by gases entering by a side port 6 from a laterally disposed combustion chamber, a cooling section 3 of considerably decreased but uniform cross-sectional area supplied with jets of air from a pipe 8 outside the exit end of the tunnel, and a chimney 7 near the tunnel entrance. Trucks 15, having a platform of refractory concrete, are pushed through the furnace, outside of which is provided a parallel return track connected to the tunnel track at each end by transfer tracks. The return track may be replaced by another kiln.