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Patent GB-2482077-A (GB)
Title: Security document
Inventor: BATISTATOS ODISEA
IPC: B41M3/14
Filed: 2007-09-14
Abstract: A security document comprises a substrate 110 of transparent or translucent material forming a window or half window. A security device is integrated into the window comprising first and second different embossed security elements 111, 112 formed of embossed radiation curable ink, wherein the first element 111 and second element 112 each comprise a diffractive security element. The diffractive security element may be a diffractive grating, hologram or a numerical-type diffractive element. The security device may further comprise an inspectable security element and verification means for verifying another security feature on the document. The security feature enabling a latent image or colour change which becomes visible only when the verification means is overlaid over the security feature.
Patent GB-2487482-A (GB)
Title: Tablet computer and media player docking station with collapsible support
Inventor: LEUNG WILSON WAI SING
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2012-01-19
Abstract: Disclosed is a docking station 100 for a tablet computer 200 and other such media players. The docking station has a base 110, a support 120 connected to the base and adapted to hold the tablet, a signal connector 130, an operating circuit that amplifies the audio signal received from the tablet, and speakers 140, 141. The support is movable relative to the base between an erected position for operation and a collapsed position when not in use and is, in the erected position, movable to two angular positions for supporting the tablet in respective portrait and landscape orientations. The base has a recess 111 for receiving at least part of the support in the collapsed position, thereby resulting in an flat profile for the docking station. The support may be T shaped and the base may have a clock.
Patent GB-2501226-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for setting construction elements such as kerbs
Inventor: O'GARA COLIN THOMAS
IPC: E01C23/01
Filed: 2012-01-31
Abstract: The apparatus comprises a support assembly and a pin 40, wherein the pin can be held in a position relative to the ground by the support assembly. Preferably the apparatus comprises a base 10, adapted to be located on a ground in use, and a stand 20 adapted to extend upwardly from the base in use, wherein the stand carries an arm 30 and wherein the arm carries a pin having a portion that extends downwardly from the arm in use. The road pin avoids the necessity of having to drive in a road pin which is conventionally used for aligning kerb stones 9 during installation. The pin may be attached to the arm using a mounting 50. The pin may include a spirit level to ensure a plumb vertical pin in use. The pin may extend above and below the arm in use. Also claimed is a method of using the apparatus. Also claimed are apparatus which maintains a pin above ground and an apparatus includes an arm which holds a pin, part of which extends downwardly.
Patent GB-2492193-A (GB)
Title: Pressure responsive valve
Inventor: BRUCE STEPHEN EDMUND
IPC: E21B34/08
Filed: 2012-03-07
Abstract: A downhole apparatus comprises a tubular body 34, first 36 and second 38 ports in a wall of the body, and a fluid pressure-responsive valve arrangement having a locked first configuration associated with a first pressure in which the first port is open and the second port is closed, an unlocked second configuration associated with a second pressure higher than the first pressure in which the first port is open and the second port is closed, and a third configuration associated with a third pressure lower than the second pressure in which the second port is open and the first port is closed.
Patent GB-2489566-A (GB)
Title: NMR probe head cooling system with vibration damping
Inventor: STAUFFENEGGER PHILIPPE
IPC: F17C13/00
Filed: 2012-03-19
Abstract: An NMR probe head in a vacuum housing 39 contains an RF resonator 2a thermally connected to a cooling head 3a of a cooling device 5a via heat conducting elements 2b, 4 and a flexible heat conducting connector 7a. The cooling device 5a is mechanically connected to a vibration absorber 9a which has an oscillating mass, the resonance frequency of which is adjusted to the vibration frequency of the cooling device. The vacuum housing of the probe head has two parts A, B mechanically connected via damping elements 30a, 30c in a vacuum-tight fashion via corrugated bellows 8a, 8b. The oscillating mass may be actively controlled using sensors and a linear motor (figure 5, not shown). The cooling system may be a free piston Stirling cooler. The vibration absorber and damping elements reduce vibrations from the cooling system and minimize the sidebands of the NMR spectra.
Patent GB-2488053-A (GB)
Title: Testing method and device for coefficient of subgrade reaction test
Inventor: CHEN DINGAN
IPC: G01N3/12
Filed: 2010-07-26
Abstract: A testing device for foundation bed coefficient test comprises a pressure cabin (2); a cylindrical emulsion film (17) adhered in an inner cavity of the pressure cabin (2); a lower water-permeating plate (14), a sample (9) and an upper water-permeating plate assembly provided from bottom to top in sequence on a base seat of the inner cavity of the pressure cabin (2). An outer pressure plate (16) is connected with an upper water-permeating ring plate (15) of the upper water-permeating plate assembly. An inner pressure plate (21) is connected with an upper water-permeating inner plate (20). The outer pressure plate (16) is sleeved out of the inner pressure plate (21). A flange disk (22) is sleeved on a force transmitting sleeve of the outer pressure plate (16). The flange disk (22) and the pressure cabin (2) are connected by a bolt. A supporting bolt (23) on the flange disk (22) contacts with the outer pressure plate (16). There is a slot in the base seat of the pressure cabin (2), and a drainpipe (10) is provided in the slot. A three-way valve (24) is provided on the drainpipe (10). A pressure sensor (11) is connected with one end of the three-way valve (24), and a lower branch drain pipe (19) is connected with the other end of the three-way valve (24). The pressure sensor (11) is connected with a collector (12), and the collector (12) is connected with a computer control system. A hydraulic cavity volume adjusting cylinder (5) and a fully automatic hydraulic controller (6) of a side pressurizing device are connected to the inner cavity of the pressure cabin (2) respectively. A testing method for foundation bed coefficient test includes using the said testing device for foundation bed coefficient test to determine the foundation bed coefficient.
Patent GB-2502138-A (GB)
Title: A pushchair with a child walking facility
Inventor: FINCH MARTYN
IPC: A63B22/02
Filed: 2012-05-17
Abstract: A pushchair provides a child support and a treadmill apparatus to allow a child to walk on the treadmill while being pushed in the pushchair. The pushchair is adapted for use also as a stationary child exercise apparatus.
Patent GB-2503253-A (GB)
Title: A cylinder type cleaning appliance
Inventor: BATES ADAM JAMES
IPC: A47L5/36
Filed: 2012-06-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning appliance of the cylinder type, the cleaning appliance comprises a separating apparatus 4 for separating dirt from a dirt-bearing fluid flow, the separating apparatus 4 having a first cyclonic separation unit comprising a low efficiency cyclone and a second cyclonic separation unit comprising a plurality of second cyclones 84, the second cyclonic separation unit forming at least a part of the external surface of the separating apparatus, a floor engaging rolling assembly 6, the rolling assembly 6 comprising a main body and a plurality of floor engaging wheels 10 rotatably connected to the main body, the main body having a recess in which the separating apparatus 4 is received, the recess further comprising one or more shaped recesses which correspond to the shape of at least a portion of one or more of the second cyclones 84, at least one of the second cyclones 84 being at least partially located in a shaped recess when the separating apparatus 4 is received in the recess.
Patent GB-2509481-A (GB)
Title: Ionic signal enhancement in nucleic acid synthesis reactions
Inventor: WEISSENSTEINER THOMAS
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2012-08-29
Abstract: A method of detecting a change in a proton concentration in a nucleic acid synthesis reaction mixture comprising the steps of providing a nucleotide analogue to a reaction mixture comprising a nucleic acid template and a nucleotide hydrolysing enzyme such that the nucleotide hydrolysing enzyme hydrolyses the nucleotide analogue to produce a greater change in the proton concentration than would occur with a corresponding natural nucleotide, and detecting a change in proton concentration with an ion sensitive apparatus, such as an ion sensitive field effect transistor (ISFET). The nucleic acid synthesis reaction may include primer extension, nucleic acid sequencing, nucleic acid amplification, reverse transcription or combinations thereof. Preferred nucleotide hydrolysing enzymes include DNA polymerases, RNA polymerases, reverse transcriptases, ligases and helicases. Preferred nucleoside analogues include deoxyadenosine 5-(beta,gamma-difluromethylene) triphosphate (DMFB-dAMP) and iminodipropionic acid deoxyadenosine monophosphate (IDP-dAMP).
Patent GB-2506856-A (GB)
Title: Programming a module for control of the quiescent current of a thermionic valve
Inventor: ARROWSMITH COLIN
IPC: H03F1/30
Filed: 2012-10-09
Abstract: A module 106 controlling the quiescent current of thermionic valves 102-105 in a guitar amplifier 101 may be programmed by use of a portable computer 107 which presents a graphical user interface (GUI, figures 6-13) to the user for valve current setting. The range of currents programmable by the user is constrained by the computer to prevent irreparable damage to the valves yet allow current levels associated with desirable overdrive distortion. Excessively high currents may cause undesirable levels of distortion and heat generation, and may reduce the valves output power. Excessively low currents may cause cathode poisoning, which shortens the valves life. The number of amplifier operating hours may be displayed by the computer, and the number of excessive current faults recorded for each valve may also be displayed (figure 5). Footswitch control, which allows a player to select the valves to be used for amplification, may be enabled by ticking a box in the GUI(610,figure 6).
Patent GB-2497009-A (GB)
Title: A Cinema structure and a method for facilitating projecting and viewing a motion picture
Inventor: ANDERSON THOMAS
IPC: E04H3/22
Filed: 2011-07-15
Abstract: A cinema structure (1) comprises an auditorium (3) having a flat planar screen (10) onto which images of a motion picture is projected by a projector (12) located adjacent a rear wall (5) of the auditorium (3). Seating (14) comprising rows (15) of seats (16) are supported on tiered plinths (18) which are tiered at an angle a of approximately 25Â°. A front row (15a) of the seats (16) is formed in two parts, namely, a left-hand part (44a) and a right-hand part (44b) on a front plinth (18a), which is also formed in two parts, namely, a left-hand part (42a) and a right-hand part (42b). The left and right-hand parts of the front row (15a) and the front plinth (18) define central gaps (45,43, respectively) in order to accommodate the projected beam of the motion picture uninterrupted from the projector (12) to the screen (10). The rows (15) of seats (16) are pitched at a horizontal pitch (P1) of 1,300mm, and each plinth (18) is at a vertical height (h^ of approximately 600mm above its adjacent plinth (18). The front plinth (18a) is at a height of approximately 1,200mm above a floor (8) of the auditorium (3). The screen (10) extends substantially the width of a front end wall (4) between opposite side walls (6) of the auditorium (3), and extends substantially the full height of the front end wall (4) between the floor (8) and the ceiling (9) of the auditorium (3).
Patent GB-2510112-A (GB)
Title: A toy vehicle
Inventor: PRETORIUS DAVID
IPC: A63H17/38
Filed: 2013-01-23
Abstract: A toy vehicle comprises a vehicle chassis with at least three wheels attached. The vehicle further comprises a body. At least one of said wheels are arranged to be turned with reference to the chassis using a steering mechanism 11. The steering mechanism is operable by a steering wheel 5 arranged detachably on a pole 15. The pole 15 is capable of separation from said body and extension relative to said body. The pole 15 extends beyond the body in use. The steering mechanism 11 may include a rack and pinion.
Patent GB-2510588-A (GB)
Title: A jigsaw puzzle with interchangeable regions
Inventor: MONEHEN JUSTIN
IPC: A63F9/10
Filed: 2013-02-07
Abstract: A jigsaw puzzle 1 comprises a plurality of interlocking pieces 3. Each piece has a marking on an upper surface, and the pieces are collectively arranged to interlock in a first arrangement to provide a first predetermined image (fig. 3a) of a given overall shape, e.g. rectangular. The pieces are also arranged to interlock in a second arrangement to provide a second predetermined image (fig. 3b) of the same overall shape. Preferably, the puzzle includes two or more interchangeable regions 7, 9 of pieces which occupy different locations in the first and second images. Preferably no two pieces are of identical outline shape. The images may comprise an integer number N of repeating or similar elements, with the jigsaw being formed by making a first cut (E, fig. 2c) which intersects each of the N elements, and a second cut (C, fig. 2b) between two of the N elements to divide the elements into interchangeable regions bounded by outer cuts (A, B, E fig. 2b) and/or edges (D, fig. 2c), with the location of the second cut relative to the outer cuts being determined using a ratio which sums to N.
Patent GB-2497449-A (GB)
Title: Application scheduling in heterogeneous multiprocessor computing platforms
Inventor: IYER RAVISHANKAR
IPC: G06F9/06
Filed: 2011-09-24
Abstract: Methods and apparatus to schedule applications in heterogeneous multiprocessor computing platforms are described. In one embodiment, information regarding performance (e.g., execution performance and/or power consumption performance) of a plurality of processor cores of a processor is stored (and tracked) in counters and/or tables. Logic in the processor determines which processor core should execute an application based on the stored information. Other embodiments are also claimed and disclosed.
Patent GB-2513841-A (GB)
Title: Temperature-controlled computing device
Inventor: GOULD HOWARD
IPC: G09G3/00
Filed: 2013-04-24
Abstract: A device comprises a display having a light source and a main processing module arranged to provide a display signal to the display. A level of power supplied to the light source is managed based on a measured temperature. In one example, the method includes, in response to activation of the computer device, initiating supply of power to the display light source at a first time; measuring a temperature in the device after the first time; in response to the temperature attaining a predetermined threshold R1-R6 at a second time, activating the main processing unit; and providing a display signal to the display by the main processing unit after activation. Alternatively a method for powering up, and managing the temperature of, a computing device is described. Preferably the device includes a heater, a fan and/or a heat sink. The construction of the device may include a hinge (fig. 9) having spring loaded pins (87, 88), guide rails (85) and bearing tracks (84).
Patent GB-2503104-A (GB)
Title: Submersible platform for attaching a plurality of energy producing devices
Inventor: KERR DAVID
IPC: E02B17/00
Filed: 2013-05-24
Abstract: Apparatus comprising a platform (2 figure 1) having an upper surface level 4 and a lower surface level 6. The upper surface has attachment means 13 for attaching one or more energy-producing devices. Between the upper and lower surface levels there is at least one void space i.e. open cells 10 which may be flooded to submerse the platform. In this way, it is possible to transport and position a platform at an off-shore location in a cost effective manner without the use of specialized vessels. Preferably, the platform is a raft and a plurality of tidal turbines are attached to the upper surface level of the platform to enhance the energy output of the turbines. Later embodiment relates to a method of installing a platform at an offshore location.
Patent GB-2518124-A (GB)
Title: Video laryngoscope and video laryngoscope insertion section
Inventor: MCGRATH MATTHEW JOHN ROSS
IPC: A61B1/267
Filed: 2013-05-30
Abstract: An elongate laryngoscope insertion section for a video laryngoscope, with a viewing port through which an imaging device can obtain images of a larynx, the insertion section extending between a distal end for insertion into a subject and an opposite proximal end and an intermediate region 30 located between respective distal and proximal regions 26. The insertion section has an inferior surface and opposed superior surface, wherein the inferior surface of the insertion section comprises a continuously longitudinally curved region along the length and wherein the longitudinal curvature of the curved region of the inferior surface varies in the intermediate region. Preferably the radius of curvature is at a minimum during the intermediate region (the bend is tightest). Also claimed is an insertion section with markings to monitor depth of insertion and to indicate a path by which an endotracheal tube should be inserted. The laryngoscope may be used for indirect viewing.
Patent GB-2517159-A (GB)
Title: Data processing
Inventor: BROWN NEIL JONATHAN
IPC: G06F9/44
Filed: 2013-08-13
Abstract: A system comprises: a processor 10 having an internal state dependent on the execution of a program code; a random access memory (RAM) 20 storing temporary data of the operational state of the executed program; non-volatile memory 40 and 50 storing program code for applications; non-volatile suspend memory 60 separate from memories 40 and 50; and a data transfer control transferring data to/from the suspend memory 60 from/to RAM 20 and processor 10 in response to a suspend or resume instruction, respectively. The data relates to a currently executing application and to the internal state of processor 10 so to recreate the execution state of the application when suspended. Suspend memory has memory elements reading or writing data in parallel and a multiplexer-demultiplexer to route data so that read/write rate of suspended memory is greater than single element. Use of separate suspend memory 60 allows faster suspend and resume operation.
Patent GB-2509204-A (GB)
Title: Seat and insert for increasing resistance of an occupant to submarining during a vehicle collision
Inventor: MURRAY MAXIM
IPC: B60N2/42
Filed: 2013-09-06
Abstract: A seat for use in a vehicle, the seat comprising a supporting frame 101 which comprises a first support surface 102 suitable for supporting the thighs of an occupant and a seat cover which covers the first support surface. An insert 103 is provided which comprises a second support surface having two parts 104, 105 and the insert 103 is attach to the supporting frame 101 between the first support surface 102 and the cover such that the second support surface 104 is suitable for supporting the thighs of an occupant. The first support surface 102 and the second support surface 104 are at different angles relative to the occupant's thighs. The insert having a third supporting surface 105 and at least two supporting members (117, Figure 5) where at least one supporting member (117) extends between the second surface 105 and the third surface 105 and at least a further supporting member (117) extends between the first supporting member (117) and either the first 102 or the second surface 105.
Patent GB-2508720-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus and a method for servicing pipes
Inventor: BELIK JAROSLAV
IPC: E21B19/14
Filed: 2013-10-23
Abstract: An apparatus and a method for servicing pipes P, the apparatus comprising a pipe holder 102 having a frame configured to support the pipe, and a movement assembly 106.1, 106.2 coupled to the frame and configured to rotate the pipe about a longitudinal axis of the pipe. A first pipe servicing tool 146 is disposed proximate to an end of the pipe holder, where the first pipe servicing tool is configured to operably engage an end of the pipe when the pipe is rotated by the movement assembly. The servicing tool may comprise a conductivity tester or a nozzle on the end of a retractable arm and the pipe holder may be moved between horizontal and inclined positions.
Patent GB-2508518-A (GB)
Title: Two part container with a shrink wrap sealing segment
Inventor: GEBAUER ZBYNEK
IPC: B65D51/28
Filed: 2013-11-25
Abstract: The sealing segment of the plastic cup (1) with an attached sleeve cap (2), where aheat-shrinkable wrap (3) is pulled over in the point of connection (4) in between theplastic cup (1) and the sleeve cap (2) through the connecting elements of the plasticcup (1) and the sleeve cap (2), with the shrinkable wrap (3) being pulled over first onthe vertical side (2.1) of the sleeve cap (2) and ends on the vertical side (1.1) of the cup (1).
Patent GB-2514899-A (GB)
Title: A method of producing refractory material
Inventor: CARLILL JOHN
IPC: C04B35/06
Filed: 2014-04-04
Abstract: Refractory material is produced using dolomite feed material, which is sintered and then screened. Screened particles of 2mm and above are conveyed for use in a refractory process. Screened particles of less than 2mm to be recycled as part of the feed material for the sintering step. The sintered dolomite is screened to isolate particles of between 2mm and substantially 8mm for use in refractory material, via a single screening process for isolating particles below 2mm and above 8mm.Also disclosed is a method for producing a refractory material which takes screened particles over 8mm in size, crushes them and returns them to the screening step.
Patent GB-2526158-A (GB)
Title: Imaging device for moving a virtual image
Inventor: CHRISTMAS JAMIESON
IPC: G03H1/00
Filed: 2014-05-16
Abstract: An imaging device comprises a projection optic, 630, arranged to form a virtual image, 651,652, 653, 654, of an object. The imaging device further comprises a first diffuser, 601, positioned a first distance from the virtual projection optic and a second diffuser, 602, positioned a second distance from the virtual projection optic. A controller is arranged to control the first and second diffuser to make the object visible on one of the diffusers. The object may be a holographic reconstruction and the imaging device may be used in a heads-up holographic display system. The device may also include further diffusers, 603, 604, in addition to the first and second diffusers. The diffusers may be able to switch between and scattering mode and a transmissive mode and may comprise cholesteric, polymer dispersed or smetic-A liquid crystals. By controlling which of the diffusers the object is visible on the imaging device is able to move the position at which a viewer will see the virtual image without the need to move the diffusers.