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Patent GB-2196250-A (GB)
Title: A fire extinguishing system
Inventor: STEVENSON DAVID
IPC: A62B7/00
Filed: 1987-10-20
Abstract: A fire extinguishing system for an accommodation space such as an aircraft cabin comprises a plurality of face masks for the occupants of the space, each mask having a demand valve which opens to allow the escape of a breathable gas only when a suction is applied thereto, fire detectors (16) for detecting the presence of smoke or fire, and a gas delivery system (23) for introducing into the accommodation space a fire-extinguishing non-breathable gas from a source (22) thereof in response to actuation of the fire detector means (16) whilst at the same time connecting the said face masks to a breathable gas delivery system leading from a source (20) of breathable gas. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2221879-A (GB)
Title: Childs tandem bicycle
Inventor: CHADWHICK JOHN JAMES
IPC: B62K9/00
Filed: 1988-07-20
Abstract: A childs tandem is made from two separate bicycles. The front half comprises a standard frame with the rear wheel assembly removed, and the rear half comprises a similar frame with the front steering assembly removed. The two are welded together at 1. The rear frame can be modified by providing a lower bottom tube 5 for added strength. The brakes are those of the original wheel assemblies. The rear wheel may be provided with a pedal operated brake for added safety, and the rear handlebars are carried on a stem attached to the original top tube. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2209461-A (GB)
Title: Modular display system
Inventor: SACCO BRUNO
IPC: A47F5/10
Filed: 1988-09-07
Abstract: Modular display system (horizontal section shown in Fig 1) which exhibits wall elements 3 having vertical interior profiles 2 arranged in the lateral corner regions, which are connectable among themselves by horizontally oriented profiles 6, and the face side of which exhibit a covering 21a. In order to render such a system particularly versatile for demounting and use, it is provided that the vertical profiles 2 exhibit, in addition to a first contact surface 5 oriented at right angles to the extension of the wall element 3 for the horizontal profiles 6, a second contact surface 16 oriented in the direction of extension of the wall element 3 for identical profiles oriented transversely to the latter, that exterior formally rigid covering parts 21a are attachable to the profiles 6 oriented in the direction of extension of the wall element 3, that the vertical profiles 2 exhibit outwards adjacently to the second contact surface 16 a housing channel 8 oriented in the direction of extension of the profile 2, and that guide strips 31 open inwards protrude form the member region 18 of the vertical profile 2 which connects the first 5 and second 16 contact surfaces. …<IMAGE>…
Patent GB-2211732-A (GB)
Title: Hair dryer
Inventor: CHAN WING KIN
IPC: D06F75/30
Filed: 1988-11-03
Abstract: A fixture for a hair dryer, such as a styling comb or diffuser or an iron, comprises a fixing ring 2 defining a space 3 for receiving a hair dryer (15) so that the hair dryer may act as the heat source for the fixture. The hair dryer is clamped by means of a clamping mechanism comprising clamping members 7 which are moved inwardly by cam surfaces 9 on the fixing ring. A releasable ratchet mechanism is provided to hold the hair dryer once clamped. The ratchet mechanism is simply released by pressing buttons 13 to disengage the ratchet teeth 10,11. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2211278-A (GB)
Title: A foam insulating water heater and method of making same.
Inventor: WEST EUGENE L
IPC: F24H1/18
Filed: 1989-01-09
Abstract: A water heater comprising a water tank 111 has a jacket 125 surrounding the tank and providing an insulating space 140 therebetween. Foam having an initial viscosity of </=300 cps, a flow index >/= about 0.7 and a gel index >/= about 0.8 is introduced into the space between the tank and the jacket and fills the space. Preferably, a plastics sleeve 130 lines the jacket, and a fibreglass dam 143 is provided around a component to be protected. In other embodiments, foam is introduced into an annular space between a water tank and a jacket utilising a flow distribution apron comprising a pair of superimposed plastics sheet joined at the bottom but open at the sides, sealed cut-outs in the apron surrounding components to be protected. In a further embodiment, foam is injected in a series of separate steps. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2227050-A (GB)
Title: Connector
Inventor: MERRY MICHAEL DEREK
IPC: F16B7/04
Filed: 1989-01-17
Abstract: This invention relates to a connector (2) for joining a plurality of pipes or poles (16) comprising at least three pipe-engaging members (5, 5a, 8a-8h), said pipe-engaging members (5, 5a, 8a-8h) each extending substantially radially outwards from a central node (7), and being joined to other pipe-engaging members (5, 5a, 8a-8h) at its nodal end, said at least three pipe-engaging members (5, 5a, 8a-8h) having fixed positions with respect to each other, and each having means for releasable retaining engagement with said pipes or poles (16). It is possible by means of the present invention to provide a connector and a method for connecting pipes or poles that is efficient and economical, with less chance of failure than for known connectors or methods, whilst using a smaller number of joining components than previously necessary. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2228195-A (GB)
Title: Folding, freestanding screen
IPC: A47G5/00
Filed: 1989-02-17
Abstract: A folding, freestanding screen, eg a shower screen, has a membrane 3 which is collapsable against an adjacent wall or other surface. Untying a cord 8 from a bracket 12 causes the screen to open outwards and downwards by gravity; pulling the same cord 8 and tying at the bracket 12 causes the screen to retract against the wall. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2223358-A (GB)
Title: Push button switch
Inventor: ENEI TAKAHIKO
IPC: H01H13/02
Filed: 1989-08-14
Abstract: A push button switch which includes a pair of legs (7) each spaced by a clearance distance d from a housing (3) for supporting the switch on a printed circuit board further includes protrusions (7a, 3a, 3b) on the facing surfaces of the legs and housing. These protusions serve to eliminate the possibility, during a tape automated installation process of installing the switches on the printed circuit board, of the legs of one switch entering the clearance gap of a second switch and becoming jammed therein. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2234100-A (GB)
Title: Identification of peripherals connected to a bus
Inventor: DERKSEMA JEAN-JACQUES MAURICE
IPC: H04Q9/00
Filed: 1989-08-30
Abstract: Each of a plurality of peripherals P1, P2 has two code holding circuits CD1 and CM1, CD2 and CM2, respectively connected to the conductors B0 to B5 of a bus. Each bus conductor is connected through a resistor R to a logic 0 level. Each code holding circuit is coupled through respective diodes D to the individual bus conductors, and by common terminals 12 and a controlled switch SD1, SM1, SD2, or SM2 to a logic 1 level. Selected connections 13 are provided between the diode cathodes and the common terminals 12 so that each peripheral P1, P2 is provided with a direct code and a mirror image code by its two code holding circuits. To avoid mutual interaction between direct and image codes, there is an even number of bus conductors and no bus conductor is used in common by the direct and image codes of a peripheral. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2225050-A (GB)
Title: Horizontally hinged swivelling window
Inventor: JOHANSEN LASSE
IPC: E05D15/44
Filed: 1989-11-08
Abstract: A horizontally hinged window 2 has a strut 4 and instead of sliders moving in grooves or rails in a window frame (1) for guiding the movement of the associated window sash, the moving members are provided with rollers (10, 12), which have rolling friction in associated grooves or rails (9;9'). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240377-A (GB)
Title: Pressure spring
Inventor: GILL HUGH
IPC: G06K13/04
Filed: 1989-11-24
Abstract: A pressure spring for urging a document against a reading head in a document processing machine, comprises a discontinuous resilient band 46 on band support arms 50 with different portions of the resilient band 46 being selected to lie between the support arms 50. Manually operable means 80, 70 can be provided. In one embodiment, a motor under the action of a controller, automatically advances the band 46 whenever a service date or a pre-determined document count has been exceeded. Should the band 46 reach an extremity of travel, the controller provides that the motor returns the band 46 back to its start position. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239300-A (GB)
Title: Pipe support
Inventor: LIN TAN HONE
IPC: F16L3/24
Filed: 1989-12-19
Abstract: A pipe support comprises an angle member 10 having a number of elongated holes 12 disposed in one limb 14 of the angle member 10 and a U-clamp 20. The arrangement is easily assembled and is particularly adaptable to any size of pipe by virtue of the elongated holes. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2238841-A (GB)
Title: Linear vibratory conveyor
Inventor: PROBERT ALBERT RONALD
IPC: B65G27/30
Filed: 1990-02-19
Abstract: A linear vibratory conveyor in which the vibratory drive 4 operates between two relatively large masses 2 and 7 connected to each other by cantilever springs 5 and in which the oscillatory movement between these relatively large masses is correspondingly small thereby permitting use of a small air gap in the electro-magnetic circuit. The small movement is designed to best match the characteristics of an electro-magnetic drive or other drive with similar characteristics, and utilises a much greater proportion of the power supplied to the electro-magnetic or other drive with similar characteristics. The conveyor trough and its carriage 1 is a third but smaller mass connected to one of the larger masses by cantilever springs 3 and this smaller mass receives a correspondingly large oscillatory movement. Typically the mechanisms of the system are driven at or close to their natural frequencies of oscillation. Various arrangements of masses and springs are disclosed. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239343-A (GB)
Title: Display and sales stand for chains, hoses and similar materials
Inventor: FLEUSTER WERNER
IPC: A47F7/00
Filed: 1990-03-12
Abstract: A display and sales stand for chains, hoses, cables and similar material which are carried on drums and mounted on struts 10, comprises a price batten holder (12), that can be attached to the struts (10) projecting from a carrier panel, wherein the batten (14) of the price batten holder carries the price rail (16), complete with its covering foil (18). The batten may be provided with perpendicular legs (34) of U-section by means of which it can be slid on to the struts. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2242290-A (GB)
Title: On-line format conversion
Inventor: CAINE LESTER STEPHEN
IPC: G06F7/78
Filed: 1990-05-29
Abstract: Image processing apparatus (1, 2) produces an image document containing information to a first format and is connected by a link (7) to a second machine (8, 10) which operates to a second format. Apparatus (3) converts the information from the first format to the second format prior to transmission of the documents over the line (7) to the second machine. The apparatus (3) can also convert information sent in the reverse direction. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2236258-A (GB)
Title: Voice response toy
Inventor: YOSHIE ITOH
IPC: A63H31/08
Filed: 1990-07-23
Abstract: A voice response toy consists of a base 10, a rod 15 disposed on the base 10, a fluctuating member 16 disposed on the base separately from the rod by means of a damper 18, a damper 17 connecting the rod 15 to the fluctuating member 16; a microphone (not shown) disposed inside the base, a drive means for rotating the rod when a voice or other external acoustic signal is received at the microphone, and a controlling circuit for the microphone and drive means. The fluctuating member is thus caused to perform a complex and interesting motion. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2247379-A (GB)
Title: Repeater buoy
Inventor: BERRY DAVID JOHN
IPC: H04B1/713
Filed: 1990-08-24
Abstract: A free-floating, radio repeater buoy A for enhancing operation of a submarine master communication system by extending the communication range and/or changing the frequency or channel of communication. Conveniently the buoy is launched from the submarine prior to establishing a communication link via a towed transceiver B. Security is provided by frequency-hopping and broad-spectrum techniques. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2235384-A (GB)
Title: Multi-lumen catheter
Inventor: KURT DASSE
IPC: A61M25/00
Filed: 1990-08-28
Abstract: A catheter for independent delivery and withdrawal of fluids has a smooth ellipsoidal distal end 10 to minimise stasis and, in close proximity to the tip, a port or ports evenly spaced along a helical path and along the length of each lumen, the most proximal port of one lumen being distanced from the most distal port of another. A coupling for connection to externally located infusion and withdrawal tubes comprises a generally L-shaped, implantable transition device 6 bonded to a percutaneous access device 42, 44, the overall conformation of the multi-lumen catheter being either a "U-shape" or an upright "Z-shape". Externally located tubes are in fluid connection with an epidermal end of the transition device and a multilumen tube fits snugly over nipples at a subcutaneous end of the device. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239966-A (GB)
Title: Controlling discharge rates of loss-in-weight feeders
Inventor: JOHNSON NORMAN RICHARD
IPC: G05D7/06
Filed: 1990-11-09
Abstract: In a system controlling the discharge rate of a material feeder 11, a weight scale 12 is connected to the material feeder. A digital processor 27 determines, for consecutive time intervals, the average weight loss over the time interval which is then compared with a desired weight loss which is calculated from a desired setpoint material discharge rate. The resulting error is averaged with subsequent errors to form a control signal for the material feeder. The calculation of errors over each subsequent interval increases the resolution of the control signal, increasing the ability to control discharge rates to compensate for changes in material density which otherwise affect discharge rates. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2238564-A (GB)
Title: Pneumatic field clearing apparatus
Inventor: SHREEVE LESLIE JAMES
IPC: A01K1/01
Filed: 1990-11-29
Abstract: Apparatus for clearing fields comprises a frame adapted to be propelled over the field; suction means into which material is sucked as the apparatus progresses over the field; duct means through which collected material passes to discharge into a collecting bin; and a chain harrow (28) suspended from the frame so as to rake the surface of the field as the frame moves thereover, wherein the suction means is located to the rear of the chain harrow as viewed in the direction of travel, such that material loosened by the chain harrow is sucked into the suction means as the apparatus progresses over the field. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240583-A (GB)
Title: Motor vehicle door latches
Inventor: KAISER HANS-GUNTER
IPC: E05B65/12
Filed: 1991-01-17
Abstract: The latch housing 31 of a motor vehicle door latch having locking and release levers 34, 35 is encased within a boot or sleeve formed as a one-piece moulding of a water-impervious, sound-damping synthetic plastics material, for example, pvc, which is slotted or otherwise apertured to allow the locking and release levers to project for connection to appropriate linkages and to provide access for connection of (a) cable(s), Bowden and/or electric. In the embodiment of Figures 1-2 the boot or sleeve 10 has a main body portion 12, a wedge-shaped portion 13 with slots through which levers 34, 35 project and a projecting formation 16 which fits over a cable nipple. Figures 3-5 show an alternative boot or sleeve (20). Latch may include an electric motor or other actuator. Figure 10 shows reinforcement elements (washers or nuts) around openings in the boot or sleeve through which pass shanks of fixing elements. Figure 11 shows details of attachment of outer sheath of Bowden cable to the latch housing. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241382-A (GB)
Title: Control button for domestic appliances such as washing machines
Inventor: CASSAN REMO
IPC: H01H3/20
Filed: 1991-01-21
Abstract: A control button associated with an electrical switch (34) for switching on and off of a domestic appliance, such as a clothes washing machine, comprises a box-like housing provided with an internal cavity, and a shaped slider (9) which is slidable within the cavity. and a closure casing which can be applied to the front of the box-like housing after insertion of the slider (9). The box-like housing is provided with means (13, 18) for removable fixing thereof to the appliance and for permitting actuation of the switch (34) by displacement of the button (6), which means are co-operable with the slider (9) in one operative position of the slider (9) to prevent displacement of the button (6) and thereby actuation of the switch (34). The slider (9) is provided with means for arresting the slider when it is moved into its operative position. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240290-A (GB)
Title: Paint shield for wheel
Inventor: ENTWISTLE STEPHEN ROLAND
IPC: B05B15/04
Filed: 1991-01-30
Abstract: A wheel spray shield comprises a radially split annular band (10) of flexible planar material having adhesive zones (12, 14) provided at or adjacent to both peripheral edges. Both contiguous edges of the band (10) at the split are provided with pull or interlocking tabs (16). Two adhesive zones (12, 14) are provided as continuous strips, one marginally along each peripheral edge. Each zone (12, 14) is provided with a masking strip (18) to retain the adhesive properties.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241854-A (GB)
Title: Programmable controller communication module
Inventor: HYATT CRAIG S
IPC: G06F13/38
Filed: 1991-02-01
Abstract: A module (15) interfaces a programmable controller (10) to several serial communication networks (16) for the exchange of data carrying messages. A central processor (12) controls the transfer of data between the module and other programmable controller components. The module has a separate port circuit for each of the networks permitting communication using different protocols. Messages received through one port circuit can be routed to another port circuit or other programmable controller components as specified by routing data stored in the module. The module also can be configured to detect when a given sequence of data is contained in a received message or to parse a section of data from the message. In these cases, an indication of whether the data sequence was found, or the parsed data, is routed to a designated output of the module. The module relieves the central processor of communication control tasks, allowing more time for control program execution. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2245028-A (GB)
Title: I.C. engine charge swirling
Inventor: KIM SEI YOUNG
IPC: F02M35/00
Filed: 1991-06-11
Abstract: A plurality of vanes 3 for causing swirling each have one or more elongated slots (3'', Fig. 4). The vanes may depend from an annular plate (3a, Fig. 2A) or project radially into the centre of a cylinder (3b, Fig. 2B). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2257119-A (GB)
Title: Transportable compact disc container
Inventor: PARRISH JASON EMMANUEL
IPC: G11B33/04
Filed: 1991-06-25
Abstract: The Compact Disc Transporter is a hollow container produced as a single unit in joined halves, a lid 10 and base 11. The halves are joined by a hinge 14 on one side and a fastening flap device 12 on the opposite side. In the base are a number of grooves which the compact discs rest in. The Compact Disc Transporter is strengthened at a number of places, 16, 17 and 18 to prevent any damage to the contents. A clip 19 is provided e.g. for attachment to a user's clothing. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2246724-A (GB)
Title: A blank for a container such as a box
Inventor: HAFNER INGO
IPC: B65D5/62
Filed: 1991-07-01
Abstract: A blank (1) for a container such as a box comprises a piece of cardboard (5, 6, 7) which has at least one surface coated with a fibrous, textured plastics film (8) in order to increase resistance to tearing and impact damage and to offer greater stability. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2257674-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle visor for estimating safe distances.
Inventor: ADAMS BRIAN WILLIAM PAUL
IPC: G01C3/26
Filed: 1991-07-15
Abstract: The transparent visor (1a, 1b), eg for use in road vehicles or motor boats, is placed in the driver's forward or rearward line of sight and carries silhouettes (5-8) giving the apparent widths of other vehicles when at the recommended safe distance in front of, or behind, the vehicle to which the visor is fitted. The visor is adjustable in fore-and-aft position and may be pivoted out of the way completely. like the conventional sun visor (12). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2258630-A (GB)
Title: Tear-off paper pad manufacture
Inventor: PHIPPS MICHAEL HENRY
IPC: B26D7/26
Filed: 1991-08-10
Abstract: Tear-off paper pads are produced by feeding paper from continuous rolls to edge trimming, perforating and transverse cutting stations to form a stack 27 of sheets, with perforations 28, which is then bound using straps 29, 30. At a remote location the stack is partially unbound by releasing straps 29 and then adhesive is applied to side 31 of the stack. Pad-sized portions (32, Fig 6C) can then be removed from the stack. The perforating station comprises a toothed cutting disc, the teeth of which depend into a circumferential slot 25 of a backing roller 20, the width of the slot being adjustable according to the number of sheets to be perforated. Adjustment is by means of shims (23, Fig 3) placed between roller portions 20a and 20b. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2248875-A (GB)
Title: Hinge mechanism
Inventor: SAKAMOTO MANABU
IPC: B60R5/04
Filed: 1991-09-26
Abstract: The hinge mechanism, allowing a lid 20 of a box to pivot, has a rod 40c and a member 38 which guides the movement of the rod. The rod 40c is secured to the lid 20. The guiding member 38 is fixed relative to the box. The lid is placed on a substantially horizontal top rim 30 of the box and has a lower peripheral edge portion 20e which is in contact with the rim 30 and located near the guiding member 38 and serves as a fulcrum of the pivotal movement of the lid. The guiding member has an envelope portion 38d defining an enclosed space for receiving the rod 40c and allowing the rod to slide smoothly therein. The lid is a floor panel of an estate car rear compartment. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2248920-A (GB)
Title: Conduit in washer-dryer
Inventor: CINELLO ARTURO
IPC: D06F25/00
Filed: 1991-10-14
Abstract: Conduit for circulating air for drying laundry in a combined machine for washing and drying laundry, formed by various component parts (7, 8, 10, 12) which are connected to each other and which are fitted directly to the various internal surfaces of the casing (3) of the machine and the external surface of the tub (4) of the machine. The ends of the conduit (6) are respectively introduced into the flexible bellows (13) for making a connection between the corresponding circular front openings (13, 15) in the casing and in the tub, and connected to the tub (4) by way of a flexible sleeve (16). In that way, by being freed from the tub, the conduit is not subjected to the oscillations of the tub-drum unit and can be produced with a simple structure that is easy to assemble. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2251331-A (GB)
Title: Providing a transport device with an information carrying area
Inventor: MOGENSEN ERLING KRISTEN
IPC: G09F7/16
Filed: 1991-12-06
Abstract: A device, which is preferably used for the transport of commodities and is made of profiled tubing, is provided with an information carrying area by compressing a profiled tube in the area to be provided with information, such that at least a pair of opposed sides have been caused to engage each other at least partly. The information is applied to the compressed part by embossing or stamping, the other side of the compressed side being used as support. The device, which may be a pallet, may have a rectangular cross-section. <IMAGE>