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Patent GB-2410309-A (GB)
Title: Multiple sectioned duct with inner and outer pipe walls
Inventor: AGG MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: F16L57/02
Filed: 2004-11-25
Abstract: A duct (2; figure 1) comprising an inner casing 28a, 28b spaced apart from an outer casing 26a, 26b and which also comprises a number of relatively rotatably interfaced duct sections (10,12,14; figure 1) must be assembled in such a way to prevent relative radial movement between the casings and thereby inhibit buckling. The present invention is a duct which utilises abutment members 36, 39 which longitudinally extend from each of the inner walls 28a, 28b across the interface 18 of the duct sections. The abutment members are radially spaced apart in normal use but are configured such that substantially relative radial movement of the inner and outer walls is prevented when the overlapping members abut. A sealing member 32 may be provided in a seal housing 34 partly formed by the abutment members 36, 39. A ring of radially orientated pins 30 substantially adjacent the interface 18 may be used to join the inner 28a, 28b and outer 26a, 26b casings. A ring of snub features 46,52 may also be used to support the inner casings 28a, 28b on the outer casings 26a, 26b. The duct is preferably an exhaust duct.
Patent GB-2410612-A (GB)
Title: White light and colour controlled LEDs
Inventor: CHUA JANET BEE YIN
IPC: H05B33/00
Filed: 2005-01-20
Abstract: A light emitting device 300A includes a light source 102 and a wavelength-conversion region 116 optically coupled to the source 102. The wavelength-conversion region comprises a Group IIB Selenide-based phosphor 118 and a thiogallate-based phosphor 119 which convert some of the light emitted by the source 102 at a first wavelength into a second and a third wavelength respectively. The thiogallate-based phosphor 119 may have a structure defined by MNxSy where M is selected from a group including Barium, Calcium, Strontium or Magnesium; N is selected from a group including Aluminium, Gallium and Indium; and x and y are numbers. Other embodiments require only one of the Selenide-based 118 or thiogallate-based 119 phosphors in order to control the colour emitted by the device 300A. The device 300A also includes a reflector cup 322 to increase light emission.
Patent GB-2422406-A (GB)
Title: Adapter for fitting fuel injectors in an i.c. engine converted to run on an alternative fuel, eg gas
Inventor: SEATON CHRISTOPHER
IPC: F02M69/04
Filed: 2005-01-22
Abstract: The adapter 1 fits between each petrol injector 2 and the intake manifold 3 of a petrol engines being converted to run on an alternative fuel. The adapter has a nozzle 4, or is threaded to receive a nozzle, to accept the gas supply pipe. The adapter may have an O-ring (6,fig.1) of similar size to the O-ring 7 on the petrol injector to seal it to the manifold 3. The adapter negates the need to drill holes in the manifold when converting the engine.
Patent GB-2423248-A (GB)
Title: Hair Collar
Inventor: CANNON RICHARD BRAMWELL
IPC: A45D44/08
Filed: 2005-02-22
Abstract: A hair collar for preventing or limiting the passage of loose hair down a neck during haircutting, the hair collar comprising a body which is formed at least in part of a layer of polychloroprene. Preferably, the polychloroprene is Neoprene RTM, and the collar is substantially U-shaped, ending in two arms 16 that can be attached via hook and loop fasteners 14. The polychloroprene body may be backed by a layer 26 (eg. nylon).
Patent GB-2423710-A (GB)
Title: Lozenge production process
Inventor: SAWICKA KIRSTY
IPC: A61K31/192
Filed: 2005-03-01
Abstract: The solvent is selected from water, an alcohol (preferably ethanol) or a polyol or derivative thereof. A second solvent chosen from the above list may also be employed. The preferred solvent is a polyethylene glycol or propylene glycol and the additional solvent is water, glycol or ethanol. The NSAID is ibuprofen or flurbiprofen admixed with potassium or sodium hydroxide.
Patent GB-2414818-A (GB)
Title: Servo controller
Inventor: TERADA KEI
IPC: B23Q15/00
Filed: 2003-04-11
Abstract: A servo controller comprising a positional feedback correcting section (3) for operating a first axial position feedback signal pmfb1 from a first axial position pm1 as its own axial position and a second axial position pm2 as another axial position, a positional control section (4) performing positional control by receiving the difference between a model position pal and the first axial position feedback signal pmfb1 and delivering a speed command, a speed feedback correcting section (6) for operating a first axial speed feedback signal wmfb1 from a first axial speed wm1 as its own axial speed and a second axial speed wm2 as another axial speed, and a speed control section (8) for adding a model speed wa1 and the speed command outputted from the positional control section (4), subtracting the first axial speed feedback signal wmfb1 and outputting a feedback torque command Tfb1 based on a corrected speed command.
Patent GB-2431990-A (GB)
Title: Illuminated spirit level
Inventor: COTTINGHAM NEIL
IPC: G01C9/32
Filed: 2005-11-08
Abstract: A spirit level having means to illuminate the bubble vial(s). There is a battery compartment and a push button on/off device which includes an automatic switch off facility.
Patent GB-2432309-A (GB)
Title: Portable toilet
Inventor: TU WEN-CHIH
IPC: A47K11/06
Filed: 2005-11-22
Abstract: A portable toilet includes a base 1, a supporting member 2, and a seat 3. The base 1 has a middle holding hole, and female screw threads 13. The supporting member 2 has male screw threads 22 on an annular side thereof, and middle holding room. The supporting member and the base are joined by the screw threads and the supporting member 2 can be turned on the base 1 to adjust the height of the toilet. The supporting member 2 can be passed into the holding hole of the base through the other end of the base instead such that the toilet is reduced in size.
Patent GB-2419819-A (GB)
Title: Combinations comprising antimuscarinic agents and beta-adrenergic agonists
Inventor: ESCARDO JORDI GRAS
IPC: A61P11/06
Filed: 2005-05-31
Abstract: A combination which comprises (a) a   b  2 agonist and (b) an antagonist of M3 muscarinic receptors which is 3(R)-(2-hydroxy-2,2-dithien-2-ylacetoxy)-1-(3-phenoxypropyl)-1-azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane, in the form of a salt having an anion X, which is a pharmaceutically acceptable anion of a mono or polyvalent acid.
Patent GB-2420389-A (GB)
Title: Pipe coupling
Inventor: GILL AJIT SINGH
IPC: F16L37/06
Filed: 2003-11-20
Abstract: A coupling (C1) for attachment to the end portion of a pipe (14, 14A) includes jaw members (60, 62) adapted to slide along an inner end taper (60A, 62A) in the coupling body so that linear movement of the jaw members toward the end of the inner end taper adjacent an end of the coupling body causes movement of the jaw members radially inwardly of the coupling body against the end portion of the pipe when received in the coupling body. The coupling may include a bell type gasket (1) to function as a spring and the spring action of the gasket may be augmented by installing a springy crib ring (R) around the gasket inside the coupling body.
Patent GB-2423316-A (GB)
Title: A roof panel
Inventor: STEVENS MARK VICTOR
IPC: E04C2/292
Filed: 2004-12-16
Abstract: A roof panel (1) for forming a low pitch or flat roof having an inner liner (2), an outer layer (3), a body of insulation material (4) between the inner liner (2) and the outer layer (3). A waterproof membrane (5) is pre-bonded to the outer layer (3). The membrane (5) comprises an integral side lap (10) extending sidewardly of at least some of the marginal edges (8) of the outer layer (3), and the side lap (10) being extendable over the joint (20) between adjacent panels (1) to form a sealed joint (20) between adjacent panels on assembly.
Patent GB-2441494-A (GB)
Title: Cooking apparatus
Inventor: JAHANGIR JABAR
IPC: A47J37/04
Filed: 2006-09-08
Abstract: Cooking apparatus comprising a body for carrying food, the body being mounted on a support member for rotation about a first axis of rotation which passes through the body, the cooking apparatus further comprising a heat source apparatus which includes at least first and second heat source support, wherein at least a part of the first heat source support is receivable in the body.
Patent GB-2443002-A (GB)
Title: dc power distribution system
Inventor: CRANE ALLAN DAVID
IPC: H02H3/02
Filed: 2006-10-16
Abstract: A power distribution system can be used in naval ships and submarines. The power distribution system includes a power generation system including a power source 13 for supplying power to a service distribution system. The service distribution system includes dc distribution busbars 25 for carrying a distribution voltage and a distribution current and switchboard 16 that includes protective switchgear with contacts. A zonal power distribution sub-system is also provided and includes a zonal power supply unit 23 for supplying power to electrical loads and a zonal energy store 22 connected to the switchboard 16 of the service distribution system for supplying power to the zonal power supply unit 23. The power source 13 is regulated according to a power source foldback and stabilising characteristic and a power source starting characteristic. The electric loads are regulated according to a load shedding and stabilising characteristic. When a low impedance fault occurs, the fault current is interrupted by the foldback method until it is safe to open the contacts of the protective switchgear to isolate the fault. This prevents are voltage transients and electromaguetic interference.
Patent GB-2433013-A (GB)
Title: Facilitating visual comparison of incoming data with existing data
Inventor: AMMER MARY J
IPC: G06F3/0482
Filed: 2006-12-01
Abstract: A data compare and update system (104) includes a compare/update module that displays a compare/update GUI that allows a user to visually compare incoming data (116) coming into the system to existing target data (108). The module can be configured to flag variant data within the incoming data (116) relative to the target data (108) and to allow the user to select which, if any, target data to update with the variant data. The system also includes a data match module that allows a user to validate appropriateness of data being compared and to select which incoming data fields to utilize in retrieving the appropriate target data fields for use in the visual comparison. The system (104) contains features that allow a user to configure the system to recognize incoming data of various types and formats.
Patent GB-2433362-A (GB)
Title: Bombarding a surface layer with ions to displace atoms into a thin film magnetic layer altering its magnetic properties
Inventor: COWBURN RUSSELL P
IPC: C23C16/56
Filed: 2006-12-14
Abstract: The magnetic characteristics of a magnetic layer such as permalloy thin film 20 in a magnetic device are altered by bombarding a non-magnetic surface layer 30 (such as aluminium) with argon ions 70 to knock atoms from the surface layer into the magnetic layer altering its magnetic field, anisotropy or coercivity. The atoms implanted in the magnetic layer change the magnetic field by poisoning or destroying it completely. The changes to the magnetic properties are controlled by creating a patterned photo resist layer 41,42 on top of the surface layer using masking techniques (50, 60 figure 1e) and ions may be bombarded using a focused or unfocused ion beam. The magnetic device may be a magnetic field sensor or a magnetic memory.
Patent GB-2434805-A (GB)
Title: Separation element for a textile machine for cleaning fibre material
Inventor: SAEGER NICOLE
IPC: D01G15/34
Filed: 2007-02-01
Abstract: An apparatus on a textile machine for cleaning fibre has a high-speed first roller 3b conveying a fibre web, and second and third rollers 18, 19. Second roller 18 is arranged downstream of third roller 19 and so co-operates with first roller 3b, that fibre is detached. The fibre is transferred to the nip, with third roller 19 and is conveyed by third roller 19 to the nip with first roller 3b, where it is transferred back to the first roller. A separating element, preferably a knife, 22 is arranged downstream of the second roller 18. A separation gap of 40 to 60mm (preferably 40 to 50mm) is provided between the nip of the first and second rollers and the separation element. Preferably the first roller is the middle one of three of a licker-in of a flat or roller card. Preferably the second roller has a speed of 0.5 to 2 RPM and the third roller has a speed of 5 to 15 RPM.
Patent GB-2447043-A (GB)
Title: Lipid bilayer sensor system
Inventor: SANGHERA GURDIAL SINGH
IPC: A61K9/127
Filed: 2007-02-20
Abstract: A sensor system 1 for measuring an electrical signal across a lipid bilayer is formed by a cell 2 and an electrical reader unit 3 which are connectable together. In one embodiment the cell and the reader unit have respective connector portions arranged to mate for connection together of the cell and the reader unit. The cell 2 is capable of supporting a lipid bilayer across an aperture 11 in a membrane 10 and has a construction which is cheap to manufacture. The reader unit 3 is a portable device which monitors an electrical signal generated in the connected cell 2 to allow analysis of that electrical signal. The sensor system 1 is intended for use outside of a laboratory setting. In a further embodiment there is disclosed a cell for use in measurement of an electrical signal across a lipid bilayer comprising body elements defining two chambers, one of the chambers having an inlet opening for introduction of aqueous solution; and electrodes in each chamber, wherein the electrode in one of the chambers is arranged in the flow path between the inlet opening and the aperture supporting the lipid bilayer. There is also disclosed an electrochemical sensor cell for detection of an analyte by measurement of an electrical signal developed in the cell, wherein the cell is enclosed by a Faraday cage/shield attached around the cell.
Patent GB-2448292-A (GB)
Title: Thermal insulation of batteries
Inventor: CLARKE ROYSTON WILLIAM
IPC: B65D81/38
Filed: 2007-04-14
Abstract: A battery is disposed in a thermally insulating box or packaging to control the temperature making the battery more efficient in hot and cold conditions hence energy saving and longer battery life. The material of the container may also be chemical resistant and fire resistant. It may be suitable for DIY assembly such as by folding over and interconnecting panels such as shown to form a box.
Patent GB-2437002-A (GB)
Title: Ballast removal method and apparatus
Inventor: STEEL ALLAN LAW
IPC: E01B27/04
Filed: 2004-06-01
Abstract: A movable apron 6 has contra-rotating rotors 8 driven by respective motors to direct ballast onto the apron; the rotors 8 are carried by the motors, in housings 20, above the apron. The rotors 8 can be raised from the apron 6 for repair or component replacement. The housings 20 arc mounted on arms pivoted to the apron 6 about horizontal axes.
Patent GB-2456292-A (GB)
Title: Interleaver which reads out and writes into the nth memory address of the previous frames read/write address sequence for each successive frame
Inventor: NOKES CHRISTOPHER RYAN
IPC: H03M13/27
Filed: 2007-11-07
Abstract: The invention concerns an efficient interleaver, preferably for use with DVB-T2. The interleaver is initially filled sequentially [0,1,2,3,4...]. The data in the nth memory locations, with an increment when the maximum memory address has been reached, is then read out and immediately replaced with data for the second frame [0,3,6,9...1,4,7,10...]. The data nth memory location in the frames write sequence is then read out and again immediately refilled with the next frame [0,9,18,27...1,10,19,28...] and then [0,27,54...1,28,55...]. Thus the sequence of memory locations has steps of n0 for the initial write and then n1, n2, n3... for subsequent read/writes. Depending on memory size the sequence of locations can loop around quicker and can return to sequential at some point. When used with variable bit rate (VBR) data the interleave will skip address positions for which input data is lacking. Therefore if   rate data was received addresses outside the shaded area in the figure would not be used.
Patent GB-2441475-A (GB)
Title: Techniques for reconfigurable decoder for a wireless system
Inventor: XIA BO
IPC: H04L1/00
Filed: 2006-06-26
Abstract: A system, apparatus, method, and article including a decoder having multiple connections defined between multiple check nodes and multiple symbol nodes. The connections between the multiple check nodes and the multiple symbol nodes are reconfigurable to enable the decoder to decode multiple codes. Other embodiments are described and claimed. The system further includes an antenna.
Patent GB-2447325-A (GB)
Title: The simultaneous ejection of ions of different polarities or mass ranges from an ion trap
Inventor: BATEMAN ROBERT HAROLD
IPC: H01J49/42
Filed: 2008-02-21
Abstract: A mass spectrometer is disclosed comprising a 2D or 3D ion trap. The 2D ion trap comprises a quadrupole rod set ion trap wherein a slot is provided in each of the rods to allow ions to be ejected radially from the ion trap. The 3D ion trap (see Figure 12) comprises a central, radially segmented ring electrode, wherein a slot is provided in each radial segment to allow ions to be radially ejected from the trap. Ions having different mass to charge ratios may be simultaneously ejected via different exit pathways by applying multiple supplementary AC voltages to the electrodes of the trap, while ions having opposite polarities may be simultaneously ejected by the application of an additional DC voltage.
Patent GB-2445492-A (GB)
Title: Composite membrane material for hydrogen separation and element for hydrogen separation employing the same
Inventor: ISHIBE HIDEOMI
IPC: C01B3/50
Filed: 2006-09-15
Abstract: A composite membrane material characterized by comprising: a hydrogen-permeable membrane which is selectively permeable to hydrogen and has been formed by rolling into a thickness of 30 m or smaller, in which it is difficult for the membrane by itself to retain its shape; and, disposed on either side of the hydrogen-permeable membrane, a shape-retention mesh constituted of a wire made of a material selected among high-melting metals which do not thermally diffuse into the hydrogen-permeable membrane. It is further characterized in that the shape-retention mesh and the hydrogen-permeable membrane have been superposed and pleated in an unbonded state so that they are separable and have a shape in which the hydrogen-permeable membrane has a surface area at least 3 times per unit area. This material is used to constitute an element for hydrogen separation.
Patent GB-2448586-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus for purifying and dispensing water
Inventor: FRIEL DANIEL D SR
IPC: B01D35/027
Filed: 2008-04-15
Abstract: An apparatus for purifying and dispensing water of a quality suitable for human consumption comprising a water filtering and purifying cartridge 17, a first reservoir for holding water and a further reservoir, an electrically powered hydraulic pump 23 and associated electrical controls and plumbing to enable the pump to periodically transfer water from the further reservoir to the first reservoir to permit its return through the filter. The apparatus may include a further reservoir. To reduce bacterial contamination a system may be provided that dispenses 70 periodically a chlorine generating tablet into water contained within the apparatus. Preferably the filtering and purifying cartridge removes chlorine from the water. The apparatus may include an extended base structure to support an electric water kettle, beverage making container or food preparation vessel.
Patent GB-2461752-A (GB)
Title: Metered dose inhaler with vortex device
Inventor: DAVIES JOHN HYWEL
IPC: A61M15/00
Filed: 2008-07-14
Abstract: The present invention relates to metered dose inhalers for the administration of active medicaments/propellants and excipients. The invention provides a pMDI inhaler comprising a pMDI canister 22, a vortex device, an integral horn and a breath-activated mechanism 26, 28, 34 wherein the canister contains a formulation comprising a combination of two or more active ingredients. Proposed active ingredients include beta agonists, inhaled corticosteroids and anticholinergics. The integral horn may have a shape which widens towards the mouthpiece, thus reducing the aerosol flow velocity.
Patent GB-2451935-A (GB)
Title: Internal combustion engine with non-metallic components to facilitate smooth running when microwave radiation is present within cylinders
Inventor: HOLMES NEVILLE TINSLEY
IPC: F01L3/04
Filed: 2008-08-06
Abstract: Sparking across between metal objects, when in close proximity, is an unwanted occurrence when microwave radiation is present. This phenomenon could seriously impair the performance and even cause damage to an internal combustion engine when running, eg by pre-ignition, if microwaves are present within the cylinder. To reduce this problem, non-metallic materials, eg suitable glasses and ceramics, are used for the valves, valve guides and/or piston rings. A valve made mainly of steel may have a partial coating of non-metallic material; a valve made entirely of non-metallic material may have a metal cap at the end of the stem to resist wear by the tappet or cam. To prevent chance sparks between the piston rings and the piston or the cylinder wall, piston rings of non-metallic material may replace the conventional metal rings, or an additional piston ring may be provided above the usual topmost ring.
Patent GB-2457325-A (GB)
Title: Vented Cushion Brush
Inventor: LEUNG ANTHONY KIT LUN
IPC: A46B5/00
Filed: 2008-08-29
Abstract: A hair brush head has a solid, relatively hard body (12), a cushion base (18) attached to one side of the body (12) with a portion spaced with respect to the body in order to form an air space (22) between itself and the body, and a plurality of vent openings (16, 20) in both the body (12) and the cushion base (18). Bristles (24) for brushing hair are attached directly to the cushion base (18).
Patent GB-2463472-A (GB)
Title: Container with tamper-evident seal
Inventor: BLONDEN SAM JOHN
IPC: B65D33/34
Filed: 2008-09-11
Abstract: The application describes a container, bag, pouch or envelope which has a first part 1 and a second part 2, the container, bag, pouch or envelope being closed by the first part 1 locating within the second part 2, the second part 2 having a first opening 3 for receiving the first part 1 and a second opening 4 for receiving the head of a breakable and disposable seal 5 which locks into the first part in such a manner that it cannot be removed without breaking the seal, the seal 5 in its inserted position locking the first part 1 in place inside the second part 2 in a tamper evident fashion, wherein the second part includes a chamber which communicates between the first and second openings, and wherein said first part has a recess 9 shaped to receive the head of the seal 5, the chamber defining a path for the head of the seal such that on breaking of the seal 5 the head 6 remains in the first part 1 as it is removed from the second part 2 out of the first opening 3.