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Patent GB-2390034-A (GB)
Title: Board game for learning foreign languages
Inventor: AINSLEY JOHN ROBERTSON
IPC: A63F3/04
Filed: 2002-06-22
Abstract: A game apparatus comprises a board or a graphical depiction of a board with a track marked on the board which is divided into a plurality of segments, a playing piece for each player, a random number generator to determine the number of segments moved along the track by the playing pieces during play and a plurality of sets of cards. The cards in each set contain questions relating to a particular foreign language and include words or phrases to be translated into that language. Each set is associated with at least one segment of the track, such that when a player lands on that segment a card from the set of cards associated with it is used to ask the player a question. A plurality of topics or "day trips" are carried at random throughout at least one of the sets of cards, such that in the event of the question on a card from the said at least one set being answered correctly the topic marked on it can be collected. The game may be played in two stages with each stage being played on a separate track.
Patent GB-2382129-A (GB)
Title: A hearth installation for a domestic flue of prefabricated buildings
Inventor: SHUTE DANNY
IPC: F24B1/191
Filed: 2002-09-30
Abstract: A hearth installation comprises a U shaped block split into two sections 60, 62 each having a leg 64 at right angles to first and second arms 66, 68. Arms 66 are located in channel guide members (50, fig 1) so that panels (28, 30, fig 1) can move relative to sections 60, 62 and thereby avoiding stress on the flue from shrinkage of the panel than if the panels were fixed to the sections 60, 62. Between arms 68 is a space 70 which is filled by mortar. Sections 60, 62 are similar but are of opposite hand and when fitted one is turned upside down relative to the other. Sections 60, 62 may not be of similar shape and legs 64 may be inclined relative to the arms 66, 68.
Patent GB-2382476-A (GB)
Title: Printed circuit board having edge mounted test contacts
Inventor: SHIBUYA TOSHIYUKI
IPC: H05K1/11
Filed: 2002-11-26
Abstract: A PCB substrate 1 having edge contacts 21 to 26 for testing of the circuit board. The contacts are electrically connected to a component mounting area 2 by conductive tracks 31 to 36. Recessed contacts of various shapes (semicircular cylinder, triangular prism and quadrilateral prism) are disclosed. A method of manufacture of the substrate is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2395665-A (GB)
Title: Folding stretcher
Inventor: STUART-SMITH JAMES
IPC: A47K3/12
Filed: 2002-11-28
Abstract: A stretcher 8 with mounts 9 which may be attached to a fixed object, which pivots about a first axis from a stowed position to a usable position. The patient receiving surface 10 has a hinge 12 along an axis parallel to the first axis to fold it in half. The stretcher may be constructed from a frame 11 and taut sheet 10. Preferably the stretcher 8 has releasable retaining means to lock it in the stowed position, and detent means 13 to lock it in the usable position. Abutment means may be provided to prevent the patient receiving surface 10 folding in more than one direction. The stretcher may be hinged and folded lengthways, or alternatively breadthways when it may also function as a back rest. The stretcher may be mounted to a bath or wall, to assist in washing, dressing or examining patients.
Patent GB-2389226-A (GB)
Title: Ion beam irradiation apparatus for suppressing charge up of substrate and method for the same
Inventor: HAMAMOTO NARIAKI
IPC: H01L21/265
Filed: 2002-12-04
Abstract: An ion beam irradiation apparatus is equipped with a plasma generator 20 which generates a plasma 12 and supplies it to a region in the vicinity of the upstream side of a substrate 4, thereby suppressing a charging up of a surface of the substrate 4, which results from an irradiation of the ion beam 2, The radio frequency electric source 16a for supplying the plasma generator 20 is a radio frequency electric source for producing a radio frequency electric power 18 formed by amplitude modulating an original radio frequency signal.
Patent GB-2391316-A (GB)
Title: Occupant classification system
Inventor: OLSEN WILLIAM JEROME
IPC: B60R21/01
Filed: 2002-12-17
Abstract: A collision countermeasure system 10 and an occupant classification system 12 for an automotive vehicle 14. The occupant classification system 12 includes a weight-sensing device 24 that generates a weight signal and an accelerometer 26 that generates an acceleration signal both of which are coupled to a seat system 20. A controller 22 is electrically coupled to the weight-sensing device 24 and the accelerometer 26 and is operable to determine an occupant classification in response to the weight signal and the acceleration signal by monitoring a frequency domain representation of the weight signal divided by the acceleration signal.
Patent GB-2396797-A (GB)
Title: Warming device for toast
Inventor: WAKEMAN CHRISTOPHER JAMES
IPC: A47J36/24
Filed: 2002-12-31
Abstract: A food warming device for keeping toast warm. A base 10 includes a central groove having recesses in which flat candles, of the type used in food warming devices, can be placed. A rack 20 is located above the heat source. The rack is made of a thin sheet of metal 21 bent in a concertina shape as shown to accommodate a slice of toast in each "fold" or slot 22. The height of the folds may be slightly lower than the height of a standard slice of toast; the width of the rack is preferably slightly greater than the length of a standard slice of bread. The metal sheet 21 is thin enough to transfer sufficient heat from the rising hot air below the rack to keep the toast warm, while the relatively close fit between the slices of toast and the sides of the folds prevents undue evaporation of water and drying of the toast.
Patent GB-2387333-A (GB)
Title: Medical device with check valve
Inventor: ENOMOTO NOBUO
IPC: A61M25/06
Filed: 2003-03-05
Abstract: A medical device having a check valve, the check valve including: a valve holder that has a tapered pipe 311, and a small diameter pipe 312 connecting to a small diameter opening of the tapered pipe and extending outwards, a larger diameter opening of the tapered pipe being fluid-tightly fitted to an inner surface of a medical device 315; and a flexible valve body 32' that is fitted to an outer peripheral surface of the small diameter pipe of the valve holder, and has a slit 323 that is opened by fluid pressure, or by a lateral pressure, but closed by a fluid pressure from a small diameter pipe side. The wall of the device may be constructed of a flexible material such that it may be opened by manual pressure or with a pressing tool Fig 16. The device may be used in fusion equipment, as a flashback chamber or in an in dwelling catheter/cannula to prevent backwards blood flow. A manifold with a check valve is also claimed.
Patent GB-2399556-A (GB)
Title: Supporting a bag during filling
Inventor: STRACHAN ALEXANDER NICHOLAS
IPC: B65B67/12
Filed: 2003-03-17
Abstract: Apparatus (11) is provided for supporting a bag or the like in an upright configuration to facilitate filling. The apparatus (11) includes at least one handle-engaging means (13,14) for engagement with a carrying handle of a bag to be supported, and a support member (15) defining an opening for receiving a bag and for supporting it in an open configuration.
Patent GB-2402576-A (GB)
Title: Broadcasting Telephone Messages on Television Dating Channels
Inventor: BRADBURY CHRIS
IPC: H04N7/14
Filed: 2003-04-15
Abstract: There is provided a message broadcasting system comprising: receiving means for receiving a telephone message from a caller; recording means for recording said telephone message; retrieval means for retrieving said telephone message from said recording means; signal generating means for generating a signal representative of the retrieved telephone message; and signal transmitting means for transmitting the generated signal for broadcasting and receipt by a television system to replay the telephone message. In the context of dating services, this system increases the possible interaction and involvement of participating users by allowing them to broadcast their messages while being on the telephone. In particular, the broadcast signal may be a television signal representative of the telephone message.
Patent GB-2392886-A (GB)
Title: Safety lock for a stroller
Inventor: CHEN SHUN-MIN
IPC: B62B7/08
Filed: 2003-06-10
Abstract: Safety lock for a stroller 10 comprises a lock body 102 secured on a first member 14 of the stroller 10 and having a curved slot 106. A sleeve member 104 is slidably attached to a second member 12 of the stroller 10. The slot 106 receives a projection (114, fig 6) extending out of the sleeve member 104 and allows the projection (114) sliding movement in the slot 106. The slot 106 has a substantially perpendicular angle section at one side so as to fix the relative position between the first member 14 and the second member 12. In use the safety lock is intended to stop the accidental folding of the stroller.
Patent GB-2389116-A (GB)
Title: Hot-melt adhesive having improved bonding strength
Inventor: ZHOU PEIGUANG
IPC: B32B37/12
Filed: 2001-12-11
Abstract: Hot-melt, pressure-sensitive adhesive compositions of amorphous polyalphaolefin and crystalline polypropylene have improved bond strength over the amorphous polyalphaolefin alone. The adhesive compositions improve dynamic shear strength, dynamic peel strength, as well as static peel strength. The adhesive compositions are particularly suitable for use in absorbent articles.
Patent GB-2389460-A (GB)
Title: Mounting semiconductor packages on substrates
Inventor: TANAKA KEI
IPC: H01L21/60
Filed: 1999-12-22
Abstract: The semiconductor package 1 is connected to a printed wiring board 2 by solder balls 3, and resin fillets 4 formed adjacent each solder ball 3 prevent stress in the assembly. The package 1 is provided with pads 5 and solder resist 6 whilst the printed wiring board has electrodes 7 and solder resist 8 forming openings around the electrodes. Cream solder is applied to the electrodes 7 before the package is positioned on the printed wiring board 2. When the solder is melted, resin in the solder flows to form the resin fillets. The solder balls 3 may be melted in order to remove the package for repair.
Patent GB-2406002-A (GB)
Title: Power factor correction adapter
Inventor: MA RICHARD
IPC: H02M1/00
Filed: 2003-09-10
Abstract: An electrical adapter 10 which can be coupled with an AC power source 30, wherein the adapter 10 comprises a power factor correction circuit 13 and a power supply outlet 12 coupled thereto. The adapter 10 may be coupled to the power source 30 via an electrical cable and a plug. The power supply outlet 12 may comprise one or more electrical sockets. The adapter 10 may also include a switch for controlling the sockets.
Patent GB-2398347-A (GB)
Title: Door security devices
Inventor: BASS DENNIS ALBERT
IPC: E05C19/00
Filed: 2004-01-30
Abstract: A security device for attachment to a door comprises a ground-engaging foot formation (28), a mounting formation (10) for attachment to the door below the door handle, a linkage (13, 14) interconnecting the mounting formation (10) and the foot formation (28), and operating means (18, 19) for pressing the foot formation (28) against the ground. The linkage (13, 14) is telescopic and knee pressure at 19 causes pivoting (at 12) and extension of the linkage so that the formation (28) moves downward.
Patent GB-2412844-A (GB)
Title: A wallet which can be buried to prevent theft
Inventor: LEES SHIELA MARGARET
IPC: A45C3/10
Filed: 2004-04-08
Abstract: A wallet which can be buried to prevent theft of valuables at the beach comprises a soft sealable wallet, a ring and a length of cord, the length of cord having one end attached to the wallet and the other to the ring, the device being suitable for burying in sand at the beach such that the wallet is out of sight and the position of the device is indicated by the ring which remains unburied. The wallet may be supplied in a variety of sizes and can be stored in a handbag or suitcase when it is not in use.
Patent GB-2413533-A (GB)
Title: A pedal driven water craft
Inventor: LISTER MARTIN
IPC: B63B35/73
Filed: 2004-04-27
Abstract: A human powered water craft includes pedals 5, drive chain 7 and rotatable paddle wheels. The vehicle may be steered using a mechanism within a waterproof housing. The vehicle has a flat bottom for shallow waters and has a seat for the driver.
Patent GB-2400705-A (GB)
Title: Method for locally controlling spatial continuity in geologic models
Inventor: YAO TINGTING
IPC: G01V1/32
Filed: 2002-12-03
Abstract: A method of generating a geologic model (119) which incorporates a local spatial trend in rock property continuity. Initially, a candidate geologic model (111) is generated by assigning a rock-property value to each block of a model grid. Next, local spectra which characterize the desired local spatial are used to frequency scale (117) the rock-property values of the candidate geologic model. The scaled rock-property values are then combined to generate a scaled geologic model (118) that incorporates the local spatial trend in rock property continuity.
Patent GB-2417121-A (GB)
Title: Parking arrangement
Inventor: JOHNSON WILLIAM NEVILL HEATON
IPC: G07B15/02
Filed: 2004-08-09
Abstract: A parking arrangement includes a parking bay 2 and an associated parking meter 1. The parking meter has a housing which is provided with means to act as a data input, such as a key-pad 6, or a card reader 5. There is a transmission link 8 to transmit data to a remote control 9. The remote control is configured to process the data to determine an identity and to utilise the identity to collect a charge for a parking session.
Patent GB-2418142-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for sterilising and fragrancing air
Inventor: HOLMES THOMAS MICHAEL
IPC: A61L9/015
Filed: 2004-09-16
Abstract: An apparatus 2 for sterilising and fragrancing air, the apparatus 2 comprising an inlet 18, an outlet 11, a fragrance source 24 located between the inlet 18 and the outlet 11, and a fan 22, wherein the apparatus 2 further comprises an ultraviolet radiation source 26 located between the inlet 18 and the outlet 11.
Patent GB-2408375-A (GB)
Title: Projection-type image display apparatus
Inventor: YAMASAKI FUTOSHI
IPC: G03B21/14
Filed: 2004-10-14
Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a projection-type image display apparatus improved in contrast. In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes multiple LED elements 1, a controller 21 for conducting control so that part of the multiple LED elements emit light (See Fig 8b), an image display element 2R, 2B, 2G for forming a desired optical image from the light emitted from part of the LED elements, and a projector 3 for projecting the optical image formed by the image display element.
Patent GB-2419700-A (GB)
Title: Methods for indexing data in a content repository
Inventor: CALALO RUEL
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-10-29
Abstract: A directed graph of data includes nodes 10, properties 22 attached to nodes and resources 34. The nodes 10, properties 22 and resources 34 are classified as indexable or non indexable. At least one property 30 links a pair of nodes, one node being a parent and one being a child. An indexing algorithm indexes each indexable property pointing to a resource as related to any respective indexable nodes linked to the node to which the indexable property is attached through a chain of indexable links from child to parent through intermediate nodes, all of which are non-indexable.
Patent GB-2415207-A (GB)
Title: Improved modular building connector
Inventor: LOCKE REGINALD A J
IPC: E04B1/348
Filed: 2004-02-25
Abstract: A building construction is provided, including a plurality of connectors (10). Each of the connectors (10) has an upper portion (30), a lower portion (31), a flange (32) extending outwardly between the upper portion (30) and the lower portion (31), and an axial bore (33) extending through the connector (10) from the upper portion (30) to the lower portion (31). The upper portion (30) and the lower portion (31) define sloped bearing surfaces (34, 35). The connectors (10) are positioned between a plurality of building structural members (52, 54). The upper and lower portions (30, 31) of the connectors (10) extend into recesses (17, 19) in the structural members (52, 54) having sloped walls (40, 42) corresponding to the sloped bearing surfaces (34, 35) of the connectors (10). A tensioner (46) extends through the bores (33) of the connectors (10) to connect the structural members (52, 54). The bearing surfaces (34, 35) of at least two of the connectors (10) have different slopes (  a  ,   b  ).
Patent GB-2431395-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for dispensing a beverage
Inventor: FLETCHER PAUL ROBERT
IPC: A47J31/46
Filed: 2005-10-18
Abstract: A method of filling a receptacle 40, such as disposable cups used for in-cup beverage dispense systems, comprising: (a) injecting a stream of a first liquid into the receptacle, and (b) spraying a second liquid into an upper region of the receptacle to form a liquid curtain inside the receptacle for limiting the escape of non aqueous components from the receptacle during said filling. Also provided is a liquid dispensing apparatus, comprising: a nozzle assembly 10 with a first liquid injector for injecting a stream of first liquid into a receptacle; and a second liquid injector for providing a spray of a second liquid inside the receptacle for limiting the escape of non aqueous components from the receptacle during said filling.
Patent GB-2422182-A (GB)
Title: Smooth gear change in hydrostatic drive with mechanical gears
Inventor: SHAH VAIBHAV H
IPC: F16H47/04
Filed: 2005-12-02
Abstract: A method of upshifting in a hydrostatic drive 11 having two mechanical gears 18a, 18b comprises adjusting the high clutch pressure (to start engaging the high gear 18b), and at the same time increasing the motor 14 displacement to reduce motor speed. As the high clutch 18b engages, there is no abrupt acceleration, or rate of change of acceleration. The controlling parameters may be torque, or rate of change of torque. At times other than gear changes, the motor displacement is controlled based on required ground speed.
Patent GB-2433971-A (GB)
Title: A clip for storing the energy of a compression spring
Inventor: BURNS ANDREW NEIL
IPC: F03G1/02
Filed: 2006-01-04
Abstract: Springs are compressed using the weight of gravity, and are pinned by clips adapted to straddle either end of the spring, and form spring clips. Dividers and rods in conjunction with the spring clips allow them to convert the force within them into forward momentum. The dividers have metal flanges which make contact only with the springs whilst preventing the clips from touching each other. The rod passes through the central core of each spring clip and divider. When a force greater than the force within each spring is subjected to the spring clips on the rod, the springs are each further compressed beyond the point at which the clips can hold them. The clips then fall and release the energy of the spring in the form of a forward momentum.
Patent GB-2433874-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle windscreen clearing device
Inventor: PARSONS KEVIN
IPC: B60S1/54
Filed: 2006-01-04
Abstract: A vehicle windscreen clearing device comprises a main body (1) having an inlet (2) and a plurality of jets. When installed at the base of a vehicle's windscreen, compressed air enters the main body (1) via the inlet (2) and then exits via the jets (3) which are positioned, in use, to clear water from a vehicle windscreen.
Patent GB-2434873-A (GB)
Title: NMR determination of mass within a container
Inventor: CORVER JOZEF ANTONIUS WILLEM M
IPC: G01N24/08
Filed: 2006-02-03
Abstract: Apparatus is described for determining a characteristic, such as the mass, of a sample contained within a container. The apparatus comprises a container inlet for receiving a container from an infeed conveyor, a container outlet located beneath the container inlet, means for applying a first magnetic field in a first direction in an interrogation zone located between the container inlet and the container outlet for creating a net magnetisation within a sample located within the interrogation zone, means for applying an alternating magnetic field in a second direction in the interrogation zone for temporarily changing the net magnetisation of the sample located therein, and means for monitoring energy emitted from the sample as the net magnetisation of the sample returns to its original state. A chute is used to transfer the container at least partially under gravity from the container outlet to an outfeed conveyor.
Patent GB-2427601-A (GB)
Title: Dual-compartment bag or pouch for microwave cooking
Inventor: PEPLINSKI MARK
IPC: B65D81/32
Filed: 2006-06-22
Abstract: A bag or pouch container for use in cooking foodstuffs in a microwave oven, comprises two sheets of plastics material 8, 9 bonded or welded together along their edges 3 and closed or closable to permit cooking at above atmospheric pressure. The sheets are also bonded or welded together along a bonding line or lines 14 extending between edge regions to define compartments 5, 6 within the container for receiving and/or containing foodstuffs or other contents, with said line or lines being separable or rupturable at a desired temperature and/or pressure to permit flow of one foodstuff into the other compartment. A pressure relief valve or means 17 is operable to relieve pressure within the container during cooking whilst permitting cooking to continue thereafter at a pressure above atmospheric pressure. The sheets 8, 9 may be laminates comprising outer layers 12, 13 of polyester and inner layers 10 of peelable polypropylene and 11 of weldable polypropylene or polyethylene. Compartments 5, 6 may contain meat or fish, and sauce, respectively.
Patent GB-2435906-A (GB)
Title: Linear acoustic pulse-jet
Inventor: OUELLETTE RICHARD P
IPC: F02K7/075
Filed: 2006-07-07
Abstract: A linear acoustic pulsejet (LAP) comprises a body having a first side panel 86 and an opposing substantially parallel second side panel 90. A plurality of substantially parallel intercostals 94 are orthogonally connected to each of the first and second side panels to create a plurality of pulsejet cells 98, within an interior of the body. The LAP additionally includes a linear inlet cap 114 over a top of the body, an air flow pathway 118 being formed between the linear inlet cap 114 and an exterior of an inlet section of the body 82. The pathway 118 has a substantially 180{ turn between an exterior of the body and an interior of the pulsejet cells. An augmentor comprising a pair of entraining walls including inlet flaps may surround the body and the side panels 86,90 may be of undulating form. The intercostals 94 may be doubled walled to define a cooling airflow space between the walls and nozzle flaps 124 may be provided. The LAP may be integrated in the structural framework of a vertical take of and landing aircraft, and adjacent pulsejet cells may be operated 180 degrees out of phase.
Patent GB-2436308-A (GB)
Title: Particle separator
Inventor: ARNOLD ADRIAN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: B04C5/081
Filed: 2006-07-24
Abstract: Apparatus for separation of particles from a fluid stream entraining said particles comprises an inlet zone 11, a centrifugal separation zone 12, particles collection means and exhaust means 14, in which the inlet and separation zones are in communication via a transition zone for inducing vortical flow in the fluid stream, the transition zone having a diameter greater than the diameter of the inlet zone and comprising means defining an outlet port 11A to the separation zone, an entry port being formed in the transition zone upstream of the baffle means, the entry and outlet ports being mutually arranged to minimise fluid perturbation in the fluid stream in use.