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Patent GB-2370493-A (GB)
Title: Stacking device for CD cases
Inventor: CHOW TAT-CHI
IPC: G11B33/04
Filed: 2001-11-30
Abstract: The device has vertical elements 1,2,3 arranged at the apices of an equilateral triangle, with horizontal storage compartments arranged in a vertical stack between them. Since the spacing between the elements on every side is equal, and also larger than the width <B>B</B> of a CD case, CD cases may be inserted for storage at any side. Numerous designs of rack within this structure are described.
Patent GB-2375685-A (GB)
Title: Detecting the open/closed state of a folding mobile phone
Inventor: HIJII KAZUYOSHI
IPC: H04M1/00
Filed: 2002-02-20
Abstract: A portable cellular phone which is capable of reliably detecting a folded state of body members by detection of a weak magnetic field produced by a receiver 6. A first phone body 1 has a Hall integrated circuit 7 adapted to detect a magnetic flux formed by a receiver (loudspeaker) 6. When the first phone body and a second phone body 2 are folded closed, a density of the magnetic flux that is formed by the receiver 6 and passes through the Hall integrated circuit 7 is changed by a magnetic material 8 placed in the second phone body 2.
Patent GB-2386284-A (GB)
Title: Packet data communications networks
Inventor: DURRANT SIMON CHARLES
IPC: H04L12/70
Filed: 2002-03-05
Abstract: The usage of the transmission resources allocated to applications executing on a device in a packet data communications network are monitored and controlled. An application utilises multiple packet data streams on different physical bearers simultaneously. The amount of data transmitted per unit time by said application on each packet data stream is controlled individually such that data is not transmitted at a rate in excess of the assigned bit rate for each packet data stream. Each packet data stream of said application is assigned an individual bit rate at which data packets can be transmitted, the actual bit rate at which the application offers data packets for transmission on each packet data stream is monitored, and data packets offered for transmission on each packet data stream that would cause the assigned bit rate for said packet data stream to be exceeded, are delayed or discarded. May be applied to Packet Data Protocol (PDP) attributes in a UMTS system.
Patent GB-2388007-A (GB)
Title: Lollipop manufacturing apparatus
Inventor: WRAY MARTYN THOMAS
IPC: A23G9/26
Filed: 2002-05-02
Abstract: An apparatus I for moulding lollipops comprises a stick receiving means 6 and a mould forming surface (3) of a mould 15. The stick receiving means is mounted for pivotal movement relative to the mould forming surface. In use the apparatus is passed around a circuit (34) and engagement between the apparatus and a cam track (35) such that a stick held by the stick receiving means is pivoted into the mould. Confectionery material 21 is then poured into the mould and around the stick. Preferably the stick is pivoted though substantially 90{.
Patent GB-2388725-A (GB)
Title: Digital/analog converter, display driver and display
Inventor: WALTON HARRY GARTH
IPC: G09G3/36
Filed: 2002-05-17
Abstract: A switched capacitor digital/analog converter performs non-linear conversion. The individual bits of an input word control electronic switches (370,....,37n-1), which switch the plates of n capacitors (350,.....,35n-1) between upper and lower reference voltages (V1, V2). The capacitors have values C0,....,Cn-1 such that Cx < Cx+1 for each integer x greater than -1 and less than (n-1) and such that Cy+1 is different from 2.Cy for at least one integer y greater than -1 and less than (n-1). The other electrodes of the capacitors (350,....,35n-1) are connected together and to the output (34) of the converter.
Patent GB-2388578-A (GB)
Title: Satellite launch vehicles and a method of launching satellites into orbit
Inventor: KEMBLE STEPHEN
IPC: B64G1/00
Filed: 2002-05-18
Abstract: A multi-stage launch vehicle for delivering a satellite into orbit, configured to follow a trajectory which comprises at least one lower stage, and an upper stage arranged to apply thrust over an arcing flight profile comprising an initially ascending, then descending arc. The descending arc preferably comprises at least a quarter of the arcing profile. The arcing profile itself preferably experiences a net descent. Further, there are preferably three lower stages with the upper stage preferably arranged to re-apply thrust after a coasting period.
Patent GB-2380427-A (GB)
Title: A method for monitoring the efficiency of an exhaust gas treatment device.
Inventor: BIDNER DAVID KARL
IPC: F02D41/32
Filed: 2002-05-30
Abstract: A method for monitoring the efficiency of an exhaust gas treatment device disposed in the exhaust passage of an internal combustion engine comprises providing an indication of low space velocity, operation of the engine at an air/fuel ratio which is lean of stoichiometric so as to cause exhaust gas components to be stored in the device and calculating the amount of exhaust gas components so stored. The exhaust gas treatment device may be a three-way catalytic converter 70 and an oxygen detecting exhaust gas sensor 140 may be provided downstream from the exhaust gas treatment device. The method may further comprise purging stored exhaust gas components by operating the engine at an air/fuel ratio which is rich of stoichiometric, operating the engine at an air/fuel ratio which is lean of stoichiometric so as to store exhaust gas components in the device and calculating the amount of exhaust gas components so stored. The lean operation may continue until the exhaust gas sensor reaches a predetermined level and a sulphur purge may be conducted if the storage capacity of the exhaust gas treatment device drops to an unacceptable level. Also disclosed is a system for monitoring the storage capacity of an exhaust device comprising a sensor disposed downstream from an exhaust gas treatment device, the efficiency of the system being determined by purging stored exhaust gas components by operating the engine at an air/fuel ratio which is rich of stoichiometric, operating the engine at an air/fuel ratio which is lean of stoichiometric so as to store exhaust gas components in the device and calculating the amount of exhaust gas components so stored.
Patent GB-2393975-A (GB)
Title: Access panel
Inventor: CRABTREE SIMON JONATHAN
IPC: E04B9/00
Filed: 2002-10-11
Abstract: An access panel for mounting in an aperture in a false wall or ceiling comprises a frame <B>1</B>, a door <B>2</B> mounted within the frame <B>1</B> and a lock or catch <B>6</B> mounted on a face <B>7</B> on a first side of the door <B>2</B> and engageable with the frame <B>1</B> to secure the door <B>2</B> in a closed position within the frame <B>1</B>. The lock or catch <B>6</B> is accessible from the second side of the door <B>2</B> through an aperture in the door <B>2</B> which is normally closed by an escutcheon <B>10</B>. The escutcheon <B>10</B> may be pivotable about a hinge or pivot pin <B>11</B> enabling it to swing away from the second side of the door <B>2</B>. The escutcheon <B>10</B> may be resiliently biassed towards the aperture. The escutcheon <B>10</B> may define a projection which fills the aperture when the escutcheon <B>10</B> is in the closed position. The door may be double skinned having the lock or catch <B>6</B> mounted on a first skin whilst the aperture is formed in the front skin.
Patent GB-2377566-A (GB)
Title: A phase detector
Inventor: JOHANSEN HENRIK INGVAR
IPC: H03D13/00
Filed: 2001-03-15
Abstract: The present invention relates in a first aspect to a method for detection of a phase difference between a first signal and a second signal, comprising the steps of detection of absence or presence of a data transition of the first signal, and upon detection of a data transition of the first signal, generation of a logic output signal of a first logic value if a transition of the second signal occurs before the transition of the first signal or, generation of a second logic value if the transition of the second signal occurs after the transition of the first signal, and in the absence of a data transition of the first signal, maintaining the logic output signal at the value generated at the previous data transition of the first signal. In another aspect, the invention relates to a phase detector for detection of a phase difference between a first signal and a second signal and comprising a first logic circuit for detection of a data transition of the first signal, and a second logic circuit that generates a logic output signal of a first logic value upon detection of a data transition of the first signal if a transition of the second signal occurs before the transition of the first signal and of a second logic value if the transition of the second signal occurs after the transition of the first signal. The phase detector further comprises a third logic circuit that, in the absence of a data transition of the first signal, maintains the logic output signal at a constant value equal to the value generated at the previous data transition of the first signal.
Patent GB-2401037-A (GB)
Title: Lifting adjustment mechanism
Inventor: LAI YU-SHAN
IPC: F16M11/24
Filed: 2003-05-02
Abstract: A lifting adjustment device includes a support seat 3, an adjusting seat 4, a pivot block 42 and a spring 43. The pivot block is allowed to move vertically and partially angularly within a receiving chamber 41. The pivot block has a locking plate 421 that engages toothed recesses 311 on the support seat, a recess 420 for receiving one end of a spring 43 and a locking rib 422 designed to engage a locking recess 44 when the pivot block is positioned on the lowest part of the receiving chamber. As the adjusting seat is moved upward, locking plate 421 biassed by spring 43, consecutively engages recesses 311 until it reaches the top edge of the slot 310. As locking plate 421 is stopped and aligned by top edge 310, the pivot block is moved downwards in relation to the receiving chamber an locking rib 422 engages locking recess 44. The pivot block is therefore prevented from engaging the recesses 311 and consequently the adjusting seat 4 can be moved downward freely until the locking plate 420 reaches bottom limit 312 of the support seat recess, where the pivot block is again moved, this time upwards, in relation to the chamber, therefore unlocking the locking rib 422 from the recess 44, enabling the adjusting seat to be again adjusted at any height along the dented recess 311.
Patent GB-2388601-A (GB)
Title: Fabrication of an addressable array of biopolymers
Inventor: WEBB PETER G
IPC: B01L3/02
Filed: 2000-04-28
Abstract: A method of fabricating an addressable array of biopolymer probes on a substrate according to a target pattern using a deposition apparatus which, when operated according to a target drive pattern based on nominal operating parameters of the apparatus, provides the probes in features on the substrate in the targert array pattern, comprising: <SL> <LI>(a) examining at least one operating parameter for an error from a nominal value which error will result in use of the target drive pattern producing a discrepancy between the target array pattern and an actual pattern deposited which discrepancy varies for different features on the substrate; <LI>(b) when an error is detected deriving, based on the error, a corrected drive pattern different from the target drive pattern such that use of the corrected drive pattern results in a reduced discrepancy betweeen the target and actual array patterns. </SL>
Patent GB-2386427-A (GB)
Title: A tyre condition monitoring system
Inventor: KENNETT GRAHAM JOHN
IPC: H03M1/48
Filed: 1998-10-16
Abstract: A tyre condition monitoring system comprises a wheel transmitter unit 21 for each wheel of a vehicle. The transmitter unit is mountable in the wheel, 23 and 25 and has sensors for sensing pressure and temperature in the wheel. Signals from the sensors are processed to produce data which is transmitted via a radio frequency transmitter. Transmitted data is received by a receiver unit where it is analysed to determine the condition of the tyre. The unit is operable in a normal operating mode in which data representing temperature and pressure is transmitted by the transmitter, and is operable in a store mode in which they are sensed but no data is transmitted and in which the unit is responsive to a change in the sensed parameters to enter the normal mode. The wheel transmitter unit also transmits an identity code pertaining to the transmitter unit. The transmitter is arranged to respond to a change in the temperature or pressure by transmitting data more often, and the receiver unit is operable in a learning mode in which it responds to reception of data from a single transmitter unit more often by assigning to that transmitter unit a designated wheel position on a vehicle.
Patent GB-2388042-A (GB)
Title: Ultimate control reduced slippage golf ball
Inventor: KENNEDY III THOMAS J
IPC: B29C48/38
Filed: 2001-11-27
Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved multi-layer golf ball (2, 4) comprising a core (10, 20), an inner cover layer (14, 24) and an outer cover layer (16, 26). The inner cover layer (14, 24) is comprised of a relatively hard cover material. The outer cover layer (16, 26) is comprised of a soft, very low modulus ionomer or ionomer blend, or non-ionomeric thermoplastic elastomer such as polyurethane, polyester or polyesteramide. The outer cover layer (16, 26) exhibits a Shore D hardness of less than 50D. The golf ball (2, 4) may further comprise an optional mantle layer (22), which may include one or more filler materials. Filler material may be incorporated in one or more of the core (10, 20), inner cover layer (14, 24), or outer cover layer (16, 26). The resulting multi-layered golf ball (2, 4) of the present invention exhibits reduced slippage between the ball and club face, and therefore, relatively high spin rates.
Patent GB-2404818-A (GB)
Title: Satellite UMTS based distress transmitters for personal use.
Inventor: DE WIN WOUTER
IPC: H04W4/90
Filed: 2003-08-01
Abstract: A communication device includes a dual mode transceiver able to communicate a distress signal using a UMTS satellite network. The second mode may be either a UMTS terrestrial transceiver or a GPS receiver. The two communications modules share hardware providing a compact and cheap unit, enabling an emergency message to be transmitted from within substantially a global coverage area.
Patent GB-2408638-A (GB)
Title: Starter arrangement for a generator system
Inventor: LYONS JOHN
IPC: F02N11/04
Filed: 2003-10-09
Abstract: The invention provides a generator system comprising a power conditioning unit (14) for receiving and converting an output from an alternator (12) for providing a generator output, and a starter circuit (50) for driving the alternator as a starter motor during start-up, characterised in that the starter circuit 50 comprises an inverter (52) arranged to receive an output from the power conditioning unit 14 for acting as a motor drive for driving the alternator 12 as a starter motor. The invention also provides a method of operating the generator system comprising normally employing the power conditioning unit 14 for receiving and converting an output from the alternator 12 for providing a generator output, and during start-up driving the alternator 12 as a starter motor by applying an output from the power conditioning unit 14 to the starter circuit to provide a motor drive for driving the alternator 12 as a starter motor.
Patent GB-2392238-A (GB)
Title: Layover heating system for a locomotive
Inventor: UZKAN TEOMAN
IPC: F01P11/20
Filed: 2002-04-27
Abstract: A layover heating system (89) fora locomotive is provided The layover heating system (89) is adapted to be used in conjunction with conventional locomotive cooling systems. The layover heating system (89) includes a water tank and pump (90). A layover heater (92) heats fluid in the layover heating system (89). An orifice (98) is provided to control the flow of fluid in the layover system (89) to generally balance the pressure on either side of the locomotive radiator. In this manner, fluid flow through the radiator is minimized, minimizing heat loss at the radiator. A variable orifice may be used that is adjustable in response to a signal generated from pressure sensors on each side of the radiator and processed by a central processing unit.
Patent GB-2399157-A (GB)
Title: Crankshaft with helical web gear and split web
Inventor: GOKAN YOSHITSUGU
IPC: F16F15/26
Filed: 2004-02-27
Abstract: A crankshaft 12 has a helical drive gear 24 integrally formed as one of the crank webs at one end portion thereof Another crank web 28g outside of the drive gear is made of two parts, an integral balance weight mounting portion 30g and a removable balance weight 31g. The balance weight has a bore that fits over a column and is retained by circumferentially distributed screws 50g. The helical gear reduces gear noise and allows outer diameters (d1, d2 Fig. 5) of the crank webs adjacent the gear to be larger than the tooth bottom diameter (D2) of the gear as tooth grinding is permitted due to the helix angle. The crankshaft may have a second two part balance weight separated from the first.
Patent GB-2412629-A (GB)
Title: Keyboard having tactile formations on keys
Inventor: SHUREY MARK STEVEN
IPC: B41J5/10
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: A keyboard having a plurality of keys is characterised in that at least a majority of the keys corresponding to the most commonly used letters have different tactile formations on their presented surfaces The tactile formations may be integrally moulded as part of the key or attached to the surface of the key in the form of a sticker.
Patent GB-2413283-A (GB)
Title: A washroom scent delivery apparatus
Inventor: GREEN GRAHAME PETER
IPC: A61L9/12
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: A washroom scent or lotion delivery apparatus 10 for use in conjunction with a hot air dryer 12, the dryer comprising a fan 32 arranged to direct an air stream towards the hands of a user, the washroom scenting apparatus comprising a retaining means 40 for retaining a quantity of scent 42, means 44 for diverting a portion of the air stream towards a scent outlet 18 and delivery means for delivering the scent from the retaining means into the air stream associated with the scent outlet The apparatus may additionally comprise a lotion retaining means (58 fig 3) for retaining a quantity of lotion (60, fig 3) and delivery means (66, fig 3) for delivering lotion from the lotion retaining means onto the hands of a user. The washroom scenting apparatus preferably comprises a heating element 38 and control means 46 for controlling the timing of and/or the amount of scent dispensed and/or the delivery of lotion.
Patent GB-2398105-A (GB)
Title: Friction stay
Inventor: RING DONAL
IPC: E05D15/44
Filed: 2001-06-21
Abstract: A friction stay comprising a vent arm 24 moveable relative to a fixed component 10 fixed, in use, to a stationary part of a window frame, the vent arm 24 and the fixed component 10 each having projections 32, 38 associated therewith co-operable with one another when the vent arm 24 occupies a closed position to inhibit movement of the vent arm 24 in the longitudinal direction thereof. The vent arm 24 further carries a projection 44 co-operable with a stop 46 when the vent arm 24 occupies its closed position, the projection 44 being out of alignment with the fixed component 10 when the vent arm 24 occupies this position.
Patent GB-2415122-A (GB)
Title: An accessory carrier
Inventor: PARK MORACE GARY
IPC: A45F5/00
Filed: 2004-06-19
Abstract: A carrier for personal accessories comprises a support 10, attachment means 22, 23 for attaching the support to a user's body, and a fixing mechanism mounted on the support that engages with a co-operating fixing mechanism on an accessory. Preferably the support has a pair of adjustable straps 22, 23 to attach the support to the user's body, that pass through longitudinal slots 20 in the support enabling the position of the straps to be adjusted relative to the support member 10. The carrier 8 may carry various accessories such as a personal stereo 32, a water bottle 34, a bag 30, mobile phone 38 or lockable box (Fig 8), where each of the accessories has a fixing mechanism connected to it that detachably fastens the accessory to the carrier 8. Preferably the fastening mechanism comprises a projection on the accessory or carrier and a recess on the other. The support may have cushioned pads 22a, 22b, 22c made from foam or neoprene and worn on the arm, leg, waist or head of the user. Alternatively the support of the carrier may be attached to a single strap where one end of the strap is detachably fastened to the support (Fig 5) where the fastening mechanism includes a snap-fit connection preventing the accessory from being removed without the cooperation of the user.
Patent GB-2415544-A (GB)
Title: Antenna formed by coaxial conductors with slot and coil sections
Inventor: ZEHNGUT IIAN
IPC: H01Q25/00
Filed: 2004-06-25
Abstract: A radio frequency (RF) communication device 100 and a method of its operation or construction comprise an antenna 102 with an elongate member having first 107, second 108 and third 112 portions. All of the said portions 107, 108, 112 have a common first conductor 109. The first and second portions 107, 108 have second conductors 111 arranged parallel to the first conductor 109 with insulating material 110 between the first and second conductors and the said second conductors are isolated from one another. The antenna 102 is attached to a transmitter 106 and may be formed by a flexible coaxial cable with a slot in the outer conductor. The device may be used for a meter located in a pit. The transmitter 106 may be arranged with the antenna 102 extending down or up from the transmitter with the transmitter mounted in a perpendicular manner to the lid of the pit. The antenna 102 may include said first, second and third portions in a linear section of the antenna. A further loading and radiating portion in the form of a coil may extend from the linear section and may be formed as a result of insertion into a support structure. The further coil portion is formed in a plane parallel to that of the pit lid and perpendicular to the linear section of the antenna. The antenna arrangement may operate in either or both horizontal and vertical polarizations and may be arranged close to ground level to avoid unwanted ground reflections. The length of the second and third portions may equal that of the first portion combined with the length of the transmitter casing 101 and may be equivalent to a quarter wavelength of the radiation to be emitted.
Patent GB-2403647-A (GB)
Title: Pivoting handle and control arrangement
Inventor: TONDRA AARON PATRICK
IPC: A47L9/28
Filed: 2004-07-01
Abstract: The invention is a pivoting handle and control arrangement for a machine ie. floor care appliance such as a vacuum cleaner. An actuator rod in the handle 256 is utilized for remotely triggering a switch 270 located in the lower part of the housing. The switch could be utilized for controlling a feature of the floor care appliance such as a surge control for a vacuum cleaner's suction motor A trigger 255 positioned on the handle is operatively connected to an actuator rod traversing the interior of the handle. The distal end of the actuator rod is in operative engagement with the switch when the handle is in the upright position. When the trigger is depressed, the actuator rod depresses the switch causing it to close. The feature controlled is thereby energized. When the handle is moved to the folded position, the actuator rod is folded with the handle and moved away from the switch.