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Patent GB-2377536-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle air bag deployment dependent on sensing seat and pedal positions
Inventor: CHITALIA JANAK
IPC: B60R21/015
Filed: 2002-05-31
Abstract: A method and system for adjusting air bag deployment in a vehicle having a seat 12 adjustable along a seat track 14 and an adjustable pedal 24 is disclosed. The method includes sensing the adjusted position of the seat 12 along the seat track 14 and sensing the adjusted position of the adjustable pedal 24. Air bag deployment is then adjusted by a control system based upon the sensed positions of the seat 12 and pedal 24. The air bag is deployable at a low output and at a high output, and the adjusting step includes sending a signal operative to enable or disable the high output of air bag deployment. The high output is disabled when the seat is in a first (forward) zone, is enabled when the seat is in a third (rearward) zone, and is either enabled or disabled, based upon the sensed pedal position, when in a second zone.
Patent GB-2377231-A (GB)
Title: Method of fabricating a composite wall panel for a prefabricated building
Inventor: WHITING MALCOLM
IPC: E04C2/38
Filed: 2002-06-14
Abstract: The method, particularly for forming wall panels 10 for portable prefabricated buildings, comprises providing framework 12 comprising a number of laterally-spaced elongate members 14 and a sheet of building board 20, applying adhesive to enable the sheet of building board to be bonded to a front face 18 of the framework, bringing the sheet of building board into contact with the front face of the framework and applying pressure to bond the board and frame together. Adhesive may be applied directly to the building board prior to it contacting the framework and a second sheet 24 may be similarly bonded to the rear face 22 of the framework. A filler 26 may be introduced in the spaces between the elongate members of the framework and the filler may be bonded to at least one of the sheets of building board. A single cover sheet may be used to laminate over the front face of the panel to conceal joints between adjacent building boards. Also claimed is a composite panel formed using the above method.
Patent GB-2379499-A (GB)
Title: Combustor with air intake having raised features
Inventor: SHERWOOD DAVID JAMES
IPC: F23R3/04
Filed: 2002-07-01
Abstract: A combustor 2 for a gas turbine engine has at least one air intake chute 24 provided with at least one raised feature 25 which extends into the chute interior. The raised feature 25 enhances the heat transfer between the chute 24 and intake air during engine operation. The raised feature 25 may be a circumferential rib, an axial rib, or a pedestal. The raised feature may be formed by deformation of the chute material, may be integrally formed, or attached by mechanical means. The raised feature may be at least 1mm in height, and may be spherical, conical, pyramidal, rectangular, or any shape that enhances the heat transfer.
Patent GB-2390300-A (GB)
Title: Afro hair retouching tool
Inventor: EGE MERCY
IPC: A45D24/22
Filed: 2002-07-04
Abstract: The tool, which is used to apply hair cream relaxer to African hair, is made up of a syringe-like tube which has a series of teeth welded to the end of it and arranged in four rows. The action of a plunger at one end causes relaxer from the tube to be dispensed to the teeth at the other end. The tool is inserted at the base of the hair and combed upwards applying the chemical to the whole length of the hair. The cream is only released through the middle row of teeth which have slits formed in them, the outer rows of teeth preventing the cream from touching and harming the scalp. This arrangement of teeth is also important in the treatment of new hair growth, which can be achieved without the chemical treatment touching the already relaxed hair and causing it to be damaged.
Patent GB-2378197-A (GB)
Title: Downhole motor lock-up tool
Inventor: MCGARIAN BRUCE
IPC: E21B4/02
Filed: 2002-07-30
Abstract: Downhole apparatus is for limiting rotation of a rotor (4) relative to a stator (8) associated with said rotor (4). The apparatus has a locking member (12) movable from a first axial position to a second axial position by the application of a static fluid pressure to a differential area of said locking member (12). The apparatus can be used to release a stuck drill bit. If a bit becomes stuck body portion 8a is pulled uphole to fracture shear ring 20. A coupling 18 allows parts 8a, 8b to move axially apart and allow an annular fluid chamber 22 to be formed. Fluid pressure is then increased with fluid passing into the said chamber via ports 26. This forces locking member 12 to shear pin 16 and move into engagement with the rotor 4. Splines 14 on the body 8 and the locking member allow torque to be conveyed to the rotor. A serrated split collar 27 prevents return movement of the locking member.
Patent GB-2380086-A (GB)
Title: A method of distorting pattern pieces used for cutting so that when distorted fabric is cut the pattern in the fabric is undistorted
Inventor: ZINK ANDREW
IPC: G06T5/00
Filed: 2002-08-05
Abstract: In a method for compensating for pattern distortion of sheet-type work material spread onto a support surface a processing apparatus is provided and carries said support surface. The work material is spread onto the support surface and images of selected areal portions of the work material are captured. A controller analyzes these images and projects them onto a display whereupon the images are mapped to define any distortion in the work material. The controller then undistorts the images of these areal portions and projects them back onto the display so that an operator can position undistorted digital representations of pattern pieces onto the undistorted images of the work material and matches them. The controller then distorts the geometry of the pattern pieces positioned on the work material by the operator to conform to the distortion in the spread material so that when the pattern pieces are cut from the spread work material the pattern contained therein will be undisturbed.
Patent GB-2393369-A (GB)
Title: A method of implementing a text to speech (TTS) system and a mobile telephone incorporating such a TTS system
Inventor: ANDERTON JOHN
IPC: G10L13/08
Filed: 2002-09-20
Abstract: A typical TTS system converts text to speech and analyses normalised text morphologically and syntactically to determine the words or morphological tokens and the syntax of those words into notation which represents the pronunciation. In the prior art, a pronunciation module 6 of the TTS system determines whether the word or token is present in a dictionary 2 and if so obtains the pronunciation but if not then applies pronunciation rules to determine the pronunciation and stores the word in an exceptions log 4. The present invention relates to adapting the contents of the dictionary 2 by adding from the log 4 those words most frequently used and deleting from the dictionary 2 those words which are less frequently used. The present invention is particularly advantageous in those instances where memory size is restricted such as in mobile phones, mobile computers and digital still cameras. Pronunciation of words added to the dictionary may be obtained from a user or from a remote dictionary.
Patent GB-2393931-A (GB)
Title: Tool for a rotary hammer
Inventor: ROMPEL MARKUS
IPC: B23B45/16
Filed: 2002-10-10
Abstract: The tool has a shank portion 2 at its rearward end and tip (8, figures 1 and 2; 30, figures 3 and 4) at its forward end wherein the shank portion 2 can be releaseably locked in a tool holder (20) of a rotary hammer by at least one locking body (26) of the tool holder engaging a corresponding closed groove 12 formed on the shank. The forward end 12a of the closed groove is positioned sufficiently close to the rearward end of the tool that the rearward end of the tool is always located in the tool holder forwardly of the most forward position A of a hammering mechanism 22 of the rotary hammer. Therefore, while the drilling tool is in use, if the hammer is inadvertently switched to a hammering mode, the hammering mechanism will not impact the drilling tool and so will not damage or destroy it or prejudice the operation of the tool. The tool is particularly useful when the tip comprises a tile cutting tool (figures 1 and 2), and may also be useful when the tip comprises a screwdriver or nut driver bit (figures 3 and 4).
Patent GB-2381352-A (GB)
Title: Fashion information server device and fashion information management method
Inventor: TAKAGI MIHO
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2002-02-14
Abstract: Furnishing information owned by users and furnishing information provided by apparel makers, shops and magazines are integrally managed, and furnishing-related information can be easily acquired and effectively provided. On a network (11), there are provided a management server (12) for managing furnishing-related information, an apparel maker database (13) for storing therein information from apparel makers is stored, a magazine database (14) for storing therein information appearing in magazines, a shop database (15) for storing therein information from shops, and an individual database (16) for storing therein information on furnishings that users have and individual information on users. On the basis of the information provided by the apparel makers, the shops and the magazines and the user information from the users, coordinate information on combinations of the belongings of the users and the furnishings the information of which is provided and catalog information matched with users are created and can be read through a user terminal (20).
Patent GB-2398911-A (GB)
Title: Card reader
Inventor: RICHARDS GARETH ALEXANDER
IPC: G06K7/08
Filed: 2003-02-28
Abstract: A card reader, has a swipe slot 4 which is blocked at one end, along the slot is a magnetic stripe read head 20 at the blocked end of the slot is a smart card reading station, in the reading station is a smart card read head 17 having contacts (18), the reader has controlled slot blocking means 26 which prevents untimely removal of a card from the chip card reading station. The slot blocking means is preferably a solenoid controlled bar. Preferably there are optical sensors 22a, 22b which detect if a card is present in the smart card reading station.
Patent GB-2386224-A (GB)
Title: Global electronic trading system
Inventor: GLODJO ARMAN
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2001-11-08
Abstract: This PCT application published without abstract.
Patent GB-2385835-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle suspension
Inventor: ADEMA R DANIEL
IPC: B60G5/02
Filed: 2001-12-12
Abstract: A vehicle suspension for connecting a vehicle frame rail (52) to a first vehicle axle (54) and for connecting the vehicle frame rail (52) to a second vehicle axle (54) includes a fabricated equalizing beam (58) connected to the first and second vehicle axles (54) a split bolster spring assembly (72) connected to the equalizing beam (58), a fabricated saddle (76) connected to the split bolster spring assembly (72) and a modular shear plate (78) connected to the saddle (76) and to the vehicle frame rail (52). The modular shear plate (78) permits use of a universal saddle for mounting to a variety of vehicle frame configurations.
Patent GB-2388687-A (GB)
Title: Networked installation system for deploying systems management platforms
Inventor: WOOKEY MICHAEL J
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2002-01-10
Abstract: A method, and installation system for implementing such method, is provided for remotely installing systems management software on a host. The method includes communicatively linking an installation station with the host, downloading a survey script on the host, executing the survey script to automatically gather computing environment information, and transmitting to the installation station the environment information. The installation station transmits to the host a tool for automatically installing the systems management software. A payload comprising the systems management software is transmitted from the installation station to the host. The payload is selected to suit the environment information. The installation tool installs the payload on the host and automatically configures the installed software for the detected host environment. The environment information includes hardware and software configuration information, identification of modules for monitoring the host, thresholds based on configuration of the host, and installation commands to run during payload installation.
Patent GB-2404695-A (GB)
Title: Self-priming centrifugal pump
Inventor: IRVINE JAMES ALAN
IPC: F04D9/04
Filed: 2003-08-04
Abstract: A self-priming centrifugal pump includes an inlet 10, an outlet 12, an impeller 14, a motor 16 and a diaphragm arrangement 24. The impeller 14 and the diaphragm arrangement 24 are both driven by the motor 16. An output shaft 18 may be rotated by the motor 16, and this rotation may be converted, by a cam arrangement, to provide reciprocating movement in the diaphragm 24. A clutch arrangement may also be provided, such that the cam arrangement for converting rotation to reciprocating movement can be disengaged. The clutch arrangement may operate automatically in dependence on a direction of rotation. A device for converting angular rotation into linear reciprocating movement is also disclosed (see figure 6).
Patent GB-2394475-A (GB)
Title: High-twist liquid-crystalline medium and liquid-crystal display
Inventor: FRANCIS MATTHEW
IPC: C09K19/46
Filed: 2003-09-03
Abstract: A liquid crystal medium with a helically twisted phase comprising a nematic component and an optically active component wherein the optically active component comprises one or more chiral compounds at least one of which is a chiral derivative of formula I. Also shown is its use for LC displays, SSCT and PCST displays, or for lasing or fluorescence applications.
Patent GB-2411369-A (GB)
Title: Cyclone with internal flowpath dimensions controllable by movable insert
Inventor: PARKINSON DAVID JOHN
IPC: B04C5/20
Filed: 2004-02-27
Abstract: A cyclone separator 40 features a moveable insert 16, insertable into a main internal flow and separation path 12. In this manner, the cyclone's 40 internal dimensions may be altered, thus also altering the flow parameters of any fluid being passed through the cyclone 40. The transition from fig.4 to fig.3 shows the insertion of the insert 16. Also disclosed are two associated methods, being related to respectively, the insertion of the insert 16 into the cyclone 40, and the removal of the insert 16 from the cyclone 40. The device may find application in the cleaning of solids from streams of hydrocarbons from drilling wells, in which a large difference in pressure and flowrate may occur of the lifetime of the well. The moveable insert 16 providing a way of varying the capacity of one of more cyclones 40, which may be working together, such as in series, and operable without the need to take the apparatus off-line.
Patent GB-2400065-A (GB)
Title: Quick adjusting pliers
Inventor: ENGVALL DAVID P
IPC: B25B7/10
Filed: 2004-04-01
Abstract: A method and device is disclosed for clamping an object with quick adjusting pliers. A top jaw 20 has a bottom handle 26a, a slot 22, and a series of ridges 24 located around the slot. A pin 30 extends through the slot 22 and includes an engagement element 32. A bottom jaw 28 has a top handle 26b and another opening for receiving the pin 30. The engagement element 32 engages at least one of the series of ridges 24 in a first position, wherein the top jaw 20 and bottom jaw 28 pivot about a first axis that extends though a longitudinal axis of the pin 30, and wherein the engagement element 32 is moveable along the first axis from the first position to a second position wherein the engagement element does not engage any of the series of ridges.
Patent GB-2412905-A (GB)
Title: Recycling apparatus
Inventor: STOREY COLIN
IPC: B65F3/20
Filed: 2004-04-06
Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for the recycling of waste products such as, but not being limited to cans or bottles, that as a bulk exhibit fluid flow characteristics. A refuse collecting container is disclosed comprising a refuse collecting compartment 4, apparatus 2 at a lower end of the refuse collecting compartment 4 having an opening 22 leading to a throat, in which is located manipulation means, and an outlet 20 arranged between the apparatus 2 and the refuse collecting compartment 4. The manipulating means comprise fingers 18 and a comb 12.
Patent GB-2413087-A (GB)
Title: Bottle assembly with a vent device
Inventor: SMITH STEPHEN MICHAEL
IPC: B65D47/32
Filed: 2004-04-13
Abstract: A bottle assembly 10 e.g. baby bottle comprises a closure for closing the opening, the closure having a fluid outlet 14 to enable egress of the fluid from the bottle 12, and a vent device 18, the vent device 18 comprising a one-way valve 50, a vent path 40 being defined by the one-way valve 50 from the exterior to the interior of the bottle 10 different from the fluid outlet 14, whereby the vent path 40 permits air to vent into the bottle 10 on creation of a partial vacuum as a result of the fluid passing to the exterior of the bottle via the fluid outlet 12. Another aspect of the present invention relates to a vent device 18 for the bottle 10, the vent device comprising a vent aperture 44 and a one-way valve in fluid communication with the vent aperture, a vent path 40 being defined by the vent aperture.
Patent GB-2401718-A (GB)
Title: Cable with crevice corrosion protection
Inventor: KARLSEN STIAN
IPC: F16L58/16
Filed: 2004-04-26
Abstract: A cable e.g. for a subsea line or umbilical comprises at least two elongated elements chosen from a group consisting of steel tubes (1, 2), optical fibre cables (3), electrical cables (4), and combinations thereof arranged side by side within a common outer cover (5). The said outer cover allows the entry of a corrosive agent such as seawater to the interstices between the said elongated elements. At least one of the elongated elements has a passive metal outer surface. The cable is characterized in that the said at least one of the elements with a passive metal outer surface is provided with an outer layer (1A, 2A) formed of a material with an open structure to allow the flow of fluid (corrosive agent) there through. The said outer layer preferably has a minimum thickness of 0.1mm and is of a fibrous and/or woven material such as polyester, polymide, or natural fibre such as cotton or wool.
Patent GB-2402166-A (GB)
Title: Shoot bolt assembly with transverse movement
Inventor: DOLMAN TERENCE JAMES
IPC: E05C9/00
Filed: 2004-05-04
Abstract: A shoot bolt assembly comprising a driving mechanism 10, at least one bolt arm 12 operatively coupled to a moving part of the driving mechanism and arranged to be driven by the driving mechanism in a direction along its length between an extended position and a retracted position and a cover plate 16 which covers at least a portion of the bolt arm. The bolt arm is provided with a keep engaging means 14 fixed against movement relative to the bolt arm and passes through an aperture 18 in the cover plate. The shoot bolt assembly is so constructed and arranged such that movement of the bolt arm between the retracted and extended position drives the keep engaging means in a direction having a component perpendicular to the length of the bolt arm inwards or outwards away from the driving mechanism. A ramped section 20 of the means 14 engages edges of the aperture 18 and the aperture width varies to effect changes of movement in said direction.
Patent GB-2414037-A (GB)
Title: Adaptor for use in carring a mobile communications handset
Inventor: MITCHELL BARRY NORMAN
IPC: A45F5/00
Filed: 2004-05-14
Abstract: An adaptor 100, 200 for attachment to a handset 400 for use in mobile communications has a body adapted to fit against at least part of a face of the handset with portions 104, 109, 111 adapted to engage top and side edges of the handset and projections 113 and 115 for engaging into handset apertures. A formation at the rear of the adaptor releasably engages a carrier member which attaches for example to a belt and can be either a slot to slidably receive a member projection (125, fig. 2) or a projection to be slidably received in the member (201, fig. 9). A latching portion 117 retains projection 115 until released by button 123 and slide 119 can lock button 123.
Patent GB-2414361-A (GB)
Title: Method for radio network controller relocation
Inventor: LEGG PETER JONATHON
IPC: H04W36/12
Filed: 2004-05-17
Abstract: An arrangement and method for radio network relocation of a mobile terminal (114) from a first base station controller (122) to a second base station controller (122') by anchoring at least some SGSN functions with respect to the first base station controller; and relocating at least some RNC functions from the first base station controller to the second base station controller. RNC (124) , SGSN (132) and GGSN (134) components may be integrated together, and the RNC (124) may be parented by an SGSN. Alternatively, RANAP SGSN functionality may be split between SGSN and RNC, RANAP and user plane signals may be relayed by the first base station controller to the second base station controller, and the first base station controller may act as an anchor.
Patent GB-2402434-A (GB)
Title: Movable barrier operator status condition transmitter apparatus and method
Inventor: FITZGIBBON JAMES J
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: A movable baffler operator (10) has a wireless status condition data transmitter (15) that wirelessly transmits status condition messages to one or more remote peripherals (20). The latter can in turn use this status information to effect their own functionality and supported features,for example activating an alarm or lights or providing information to a remote control device.
Patent GB-2405842-A (GB)
Title: An air intake for a vehicle
Inventor: TATGE CAROLYN W
IPC: B62D25/04
Filed: 2004-09-03
Abstract: An air intake for a vehicle that facilitates air transfer from an ambient environment outside the vehicle to a vehicle space, whilst inhibiting liquid transfer from the ambient environment is provided. The intake 12 comprises a housing 16 having an inlet 22 and an outlet 24 disposed in an upper portion of the housing in communication with the inlet, and a flow blocking means 32 for preventing upward fluid flow from the inlet directly to the outlet so as to inhibit liquid flow through the outlet. The flow blocking means may comprise first and second dams (52, 32 figure 3), and a plurality of vanes 34 may also be provided for directing the fluid flow down from the inlet into the housing. The intake may be configured for attachment to a vehicle window (14 figure 1), and the outlet may lead to a battery compartment (68 figure 7).
Patent GB-2417982-A (GB)
Title: Flexible chambered pump
Inventor: TU MING TE
IPC: F04C2/08
Filed: 2004-09-11
Abstract: The pump comprises a casing 10 having a hollow portion 12 with positioning grooves 11 around its interior wall and an inlet 13 and outlet 14. A flexible stator 20 is located in the casing such that positioning ribs 23 engage the casing grooves to support it evenly against rotation. The stator has an oval section hole 21 with a helical (gyroidal) groove. A rotor having an oval section of greater outer diameter than the hole is located in interference fit with the hole. The rotor is driven for rotation within the hole by a motor 40 shaft engaging a rotor hole 32 to transfer fluid from inlet to outlet. A spacer 34 and O ring 33 fit between the casing and motor which are joined by screws 80 in retaining holes 15.