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Patent GB-2543518-A (GB)
Title: Metal transfer device
Inventor: MARK VINCENT
IPC: B22D35/04
Filed: 2015-10-20
Abstract: A metal transfer device includes a cast trough body 2 comprising a vessel for receiving liquid metal, a heater 18 for heating the trough body and a reinforcing layer 6 comprising a composite ceramic material provided on an outer surface of the cast trough body. The reinforcing layer may comprise a fibrous reinforcing material that preferably comprises glass, ceramic or carbon fibres embedded in a ceramic matrix that is preferably based on silicon carbide. The device may further comprise a detector (8, figure 2) for detecting leakage of liquid metal. The detector preferably comprises one or more electrically conductive elements and may be embedded within the reinforcing layer. The device preferably comprises an insulating layer 20 located between the heater and an outer casing 15, and an air gap 22 between the insulating layer and casing. The device may comprise a launder having a flow channel for a flow of liquid metal.
Patent GB-2533210-A (GB)
Title: Improvements to television service method and system
Inventor: BENJAMIN NOVI
IPC: H04N21/462
Filed: 2015-11-06
Abstract: Method and apparatus for providing a television or radio programme in which a "start over" service allows the user to start watching and/or listening to the program from the start of the programme even if the selection of the programme is made once broadcast of the programme has already started. Data from the live provision of the programme 2 is stored in memory once the programme is selected and programme data 8 recorded in the memory is used to generate the programme for watching and/or listening instead of the data from the restart service 4, once the data for the continued and synchronised provision of the programme is available in the memory. The switch to using data buffered in the memory may be automatic and the point at which the switch is made may be selected using synchronisation. The memory may be the time shift buffer of a personal video recorder (PVR).
Patent GB-2528014-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle airflow control apparatus
Inventor: COE DARREN
IPC: B62D37/02
Filed: 2014-04-10
Abstract: A vehicle airflow control apparatus comprising an airflow blowing arrangement (34) located at or in a5 vehicle body surface (16) and preferably near a rear of the vehicle body surface for reducing lift away from the vehicle body surface (16) when the vehicle is in forward motion, the air blowing (34) arrangement being behind or within a downwardly sloping area of upper vehicle body work (16).
Patent GB-2545455-A (GB)
Title: Power supply apparatus
Inventor: COLIN CHAMOCK DAVIDSON
IPC: H02J3/36
Filed: 2015-12-17
Abstract: An apparatus 30 for supplying power to an external electrical load 46, comprising a power transmission line or cable 32 through which an alternating or direct current may flow; a power supply module 34 including an input terminal 42 arranged so that the power supply module is in series with the cable, the power supply module including a plurality of switching elements T1, T2 which may be IGBTs, and at least one energy storage device 44, which may be a capacitor, battery or fuel cell, the energy storage device configured to provide a voltage, the switches being arranged to switch the energy storage device into and out of circuit with the input terminal to direct a current in the cable to flow through the energy storage device and store energy to form a power source, and a converter 40 connected to the power supply module to couple the energy storage device to the output terminal 38, the converter 40 configured to draw power from the power source and supply the drawn power to the output terminal.
Patent GB-2546499-A (GB)
Title: Safety syringe
Inventor: DAMIAN ALEXANDER HOLLAND
IPC: A61M5/32
Filed: 2016-01-19
Abstract: An apparatus 100 for use with a syringe for providing a safety syringe, the syringe having a plunger 110 configured during an inward stroke to expel a substance from a hypodermic needle 102 attached at an open end of a barrel 104 of the syringe, comprises a biasing member 125a, 125 which biases a sheath 106 towards a closed position at least partially covering the hypodermic needle. The biasing member is configured to be released at a point on the inward stroke of the plunger (for example as a result of a force applied by a user on the plunger) to urge the sheath towards the closed position. The plunger and sheath may be coupled together and decouple in order to release the biasing member, and the sheath may be locked in the closed position. A kit of parts comprising the sheath and biasing member is also anticipated.
Patent GB-2548788-A (GB)
Title: Indoor location system
Inventor: REUVEN AMSALEM
IPC: G01S11/06
Filed: 2016-02-09
Abstract: An indoor location system for locating a mobile device comprising at least one mobile device configured to be a radio frequency receiver or beacon signal transmitter, and a set of radio frequency units configured to be positioned in a plurality of rooms in a building. One or more of the radio frequency units is located in each room, and each unit is configured to emit or receive radio frequency beacon signals. The mobile device, or each radio frequency unit, is configured todetermine a received signal strength (RSS) of each of the received beacon signals. The mobile device, or a computer module connected to the radio frequency units, is configured to calculate from the RSS a room-representative RSS for each room, and to determine which room the mobile device is located in, by selecting the room having the highest value of calculated room-representative RSS. The room representative RSS may be determined based on an average RSS or a maximum RSS over a time period. The average room-representative RSS may be multiplied by a factor depending on the room it represents.
Patent GB-2532402-A (GB)
Title: Laser cut edible decorating sheet
Inventor: Rick Ellison
IPC: A23L5/30
Filed: 2014-10-03
Abstract: An edible decoration (108) is laser kiss cut from an edible decorating sheet (102) by optically sensing at least one printed edible design (110) on the edible decorating sheet (102) relative to a laser cutting tool coordinate system (222) and causing the laser beam (312) to travel along a circuit (304) of cutting locations defined in the laser cutting tool coordinate system (222) to form a separation channel (306) by laser ablation of at least a portion of the edible decorating sheet (102) at the cutting locations while leaving the releasable backing (104) intact.
Patent GB-2537245-A (GB)
Title: Downhole Electrochemical sensor and method of using same
Inventor: NATHAN LAWRENCE
IPC: E21B49/08
Filed: 2014-11-06
Abstract: An electrochemical sensor of a downhole tool positionable in a wellbore penetrating a subterranean formation is provided. The downhole tool has a flowline to receive downhole fluid. The electrochemical sensor includes a bulkhead carried by the downhole tool, a membrane exposed to the downhole fluid in the flowline, and an electrochemical cell supported by the bulkhead about the membrane. The electrochemical cell includes a plurality of cell sensors, at least one cell electrode, and a sensing solution. The plurality cell sensors include an analyte sensor, a temperature sensor, and a pH sensor. The sensing solution is reactive to certain analytes in the downhole fluid to generate electrical signals measurable by the plurality of cell sensors whereby parameters of chemicals in the downhole fluid may be measured.
Patent GB-2540674-A (GB)
Title: A glazing assembly
Inventor: NICK BLIGH
IPC: E06B5/16
Filed: 2016-06-30
Abstract: A fire resistant glazing assembly securing a glazing panel comprising: a glazing panel 6, a frame with a core 3 having a major surface (12, Figure 3) and an aperture 5 therein; the aperture receiving the panel, a bead 7 with internal portion lying within the aperture and securing the panel, and a liner 9 external to the core and overlying an edge of the aperture, wherein the internal portion of the bead lies between a portion of the liner facing the glazing panel; and an edge of the glazing panel within the aperture. Optionally a second liner may be included and the bead will additionally lie between the edge of the glazing panel within the aperture and a portion of the second liner facing the glazing panel. Also disclosed are a kit of parts relating to the glazing assembly and a method of manufacturing.
Patent GB-2559109-A (GB)
Title: Expanding and collapsing apparatus and methods of use
Inventor: GARETH EDWARD GEORGE BROWN
IPC: E21B33/128
Filed: 2016-11-09
Abstract: An expanding and collapsing apparatus 10 comprising, a plurality of elements 12 assembled together to form a ring structure around a longitudinal axis, wherein the plurality of elements comprises at least one set of structural elements wherein the structural elements are operable to move between the expanded condition and the collapsed condition by movement of the first end in an axial direction, and by movement of the second end in at least a radial dimension and wherein the plurality of elements comprises at least one set of elements operable to be moved between the expanded and collapsed conditions by sliding with respect to one another in a direction tangential 11 to a circle concentric with the ring structure. Apparatuses where the elements move perpendicular to the axis, are arranged conically or in two structures that provide mutual mechanical support are also claimed. The elements of the structure may extend longitudinally, have a retaining ring, form a conical structure, define angles and have contact surfaces on radial planes which bisect radial planes between the centre of the ring and tangent points on the ring.
Patent GB-2555815-A (GB)
Title: Device for electric guitar
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER JOHN FERGUSON
IPC: G10G7/00
Filed: 2016-11-10
Abstract: There is provided a device to modify the tonal quality (timbre) of an electric guitar, in particular an electric guitar having a bridge of magnetic metal. The device comprises amagnetic element, 3a & 3b, able to attach to said bridge by magnetic attraction. The device can comprise a flange, 6a & 6b, which sits around a face of the bridge transverse to the instrument body. Optionally, the device comprises a housing, 2a & 2b, which at least partially encloses the magnetic element. The flange can be formed integrally with the housing, 2a & 2b. The magnetic element can comprise a single or more than one magnet, for example can be formed of two magnets 3a & 3b. Suitable magnets for use in the magnetic element includes neodymium magnets.
Patent GB-2548947-A (GB)
Title: Composite structures with stiffeners and method of making the same
Inventor: Lauren Anne Burns
IPC: B29C70/68
Filed: 2016-11-24
Abstract: A method for assembling a stiffened composite structure includes a step of positioning a plurality of dry fibres 27 along a first side 34 of a pre-preg composite laminate skin element 20 which is dimensionally changeable (e.g. is at b-stage cure) so that it may conform to a desired configuration. An interlayer 38 is positioned between the plurality of dry fibres 27 and the first side 34 of the skin 20 and the dry fibres are infused with a resin. The skin and infused fibres with the interlayer between them are co-cured. The dry fibres may take the form of a stiffeners. The interlayer may comprise an impermeable or permeable barrier; an adhesive, textured or b-layer film; a veil; or define a plurality of perforations. Heat may be applied during infusion causing an intermediate cure of the pre-preg. Co-curing may include applying pressure or heat. Used in aircraft construction.
Patent GB-2563238-A (GB)
Title: Fluid delivery system
Inventor: ADAM ADEEB
IPC: F15B1/027
Filed: 2017-06-07
Abstract: A system 202 for delivering fluid, typically hydraulic oil, in a machine 102 includes a pump 208, a first valve 214 downstream of pump 208, a check valve 220 downstream of first valve 214, at least one accumulator 216, 218 downstream of check valve 220, and an auxiliary system 204 upstream of check valve 220. A control unit 232 receives a signal indicative of fluid demand from auxiliary system 204, and selectively controls first valve 214 between a first position P1, limiting flow of the fluid from pump 208 to auxiliary system 204, and a second position P2 allowing flow of fluid from pump 208 to auxiliary system 204 based in part on the received signal. Check valve 220 limits flow of a fluid from accumulator 216, 218 to auxiliary system 204. Most preferably, auxiliary system 204 is a vehicle traction control system and accumulators 216, 218 are comprised in vehicle brakes.
Patent GB-2548051-A (GB)
Title: Improved pressure control device
Inventor: Nick Atkins
IPC: E21B33/12
Filed: 2015-11-30
Abstract: A pressure control device (10) for sealing a conduit (12) is described. The pressure control device (10) comprises a seal element (14) comprising an elastomer, the seal element (14) defining a seal element external surface portion (20), the seal element external surface portion (20) defining an external perimeter. The external perimeter is adapted to increase as an environmental temperature increases, such that, in use, an increase in the environmental temperature can move the seal element external surface portion 20 into engagement with the conduit (12) or, once engaged with the conduit or if already engaged with the conduit, can create an improved seal with the conduit.
Patent GB-2549028-A (GB)
Title: Integrated a priori uncertainty parameter architecture in simulation model creation
Inventor: Joe Lynch
IPC: G05B19/02
Filed: 2015-01-30
Abstract: Method and system for optimizing production from an oil and gas reservoir includes selecting a geocellular grid representing at least one property of the reservoir, defining a data range for the property that reflects uncertainty regarding which values may be used for the property, defining a first reservoir simulation model, simulating production from the reservoir with the model using the at least one property, comparing the output of the simulated production from the reservoir with a predetermined criteria based on historical data, and modifying the property to a different value within the data range for the property if the predetermined historical criteria is not met. These steps may be repeated for at least two values for the property within the data range. The above may be repeated for a second reservoir model and the outputs of the simulated production for the models may then be ranked according to predefined criteria.
Patent GB-2561031-A (GB)
Title: Gas detection apparatus
Inventor: WILLIAM FRANCIS HOULTON DEAN
IPC: G01N30/02
Filed: 2017-07-06
Abstract: Detecting a target gas in ambient air using a gas chromatography (GC) column 118, a sensor 126 located downstream of the GC column 118, a pump 110, a gas storage chamber 114 and a pneumatic circuit. In a first state, the pump 110 draws in ambient air and supplies it to the gas storage chamber 114 in order to store ambient air under pressure within the chamber 114, while trapping a sample of ambient air within the pneumatic circuit, specifically in the internal conduit 125 of the four way valve. In the second state the gas storage chamber is connected to the GC column to cause pressurised air drawn from the storage chamber 114 to act as a carrier gas to advance the trapped sample through the GC column and the sensor. A filter 116 is provided to filter out any target gas present in the air entering into (or the air drawn from) the storage chamber 114, so as to avoid the presence of any target gas in the carrier gas. In effect, the ambient air trapped in the valve conduit is the sample and the stored and filtered air is used as the carrier gas.
Patent GB-2567225-A (GB)
Title: Directional drilling
Inventor: MICHAEL DINEEN
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2017-10-06
Abstract: In preparation for directional drilling, a wedge supported distally ahead of a tubular drill string 12 is advanced along a parent hole. The wedge 28 is connected to the drill string by a rigid link that extends along a central longitudinal axis through an annular cutting head. The wedge may be connected to the drill string via an inner dropper mechanism 20 that can be engaged by a wireline lifting system. After locking the wedge at a kick-off point in the hole at a desired azimuth, using the locking mechanism 24, the connection of the link is broken. The dropper mechanism can then be retrieved and replaced by an inner core tube, without moving the drill string. The drill string is then advanced to drill a daughter hole that branches from the parent hole on the azimuth determined by the wedge. Advantageously, there is no need to withdraw the drill string before drilling the daughter hole can commence. Also claimed is a method of determining the azimuth of the wedge.
Patent GB-2570278-A (GB)
Title: Spectrum management for a wireless network
Inventor: ANTONY JAMIN
IPC: H04W72/08
Filed: 2017-10-31
Abstract: In a point to multipoint wireless broadband communications system comprising a master station 1 and a plurality of slave stations 2a, 2b operating according to a time division multiplex protocol, a noise and interference level is measured associated with each frequency channels at each slave station, in a predetermined timeslot of the time division multiplex protocol. A histogram 5 is generated of the noise and interference level measurements for each slave station for each frequency channel. A noise and interference level estimate is generated for each frequency channel for each slave station as a predetermined percentile of the respective histogram, and a respective single combined noise and interference level estimate is generated for each frequency channel from the estimates. One of the frequency channels is selected for use in subsequent transmission of frames of the time division multiplex protocol on the basis of the respective single combined noise and interference level estimates. Spectrum management aims to provide increased data throughput and link availability through more efficient use of the electromagnetic spectrum allocated to the system.
Patent GB-2554022-A (GB)
Title: Adaptive electromagnet for high performance magnetic resonance imaging
Inventor: Chad Tyler Harris
IPC: G01R33/3875
Filed: 2015-04-27
Abstract: A method of configuring a conducting grid of elements interconnected at intersecting nodes by switches is described. The method includes: constructing a background grid by connection of centroids of the cell shape of the conducting grid; identifying a subset of elements in the background grid that intersect the smooth pattern of loops; identifying a subset of elements in the conducting grid that intersect the subset of elements in the background grid; the subset of elements in the conducting grid forming a discretized pattern of loops representing the smooth pattern of loops; for each of the discretized pattern of loops identifying current-in and current-out nodes; altering the on-off state of individual switches in accordance with the discretized pattern of loops; opening the switch between each respective pair of current-in and current out nodes; and applying power to the conducting grid via at least one pair of the input and output current nodes such that the current flow through the elements generates the magnetic field profile.
Patent GB-2569942-A (GB)
Title: Heat pump window pane
Inventor: William James Beer
IPC: F24S20/63
Filed: 2017-11-28
Abstract: A double glazed window having a solar heat pump assembly positioned between the two panes of glass. The heat pump assembly comprises a header tanks 9, 10 that are connected by thermal absorption pipes 11, and insulation panes 16 (22,21 fig 2). Fluid is pumped into the header tank 10 via an inlet pipe 13 and passes through the absorption pipes 11 to a header tank 9 prior to leaving the window via the outlet pipe 12. When the fluid is in the absorption pipes 11, the fluid absorbs radiation energy from the sun or other source. The energy absorbed by the fluid is extracted/stored by external systems. The fluid may be circulated by an external pump or by the actions of thermosyphon. Insulation panes cover the outside edge of the heat pump assembly. The window panes by be transparent or translucent. Preferably the thermal absorption pipes 11 are of sufficient mechanical strength to provide security to the window.
Patent GB-2568553-A (GB)
Title: Activity detection
Inventor: JOHN PAUL LESSO
IPC: G10L25/78
Filed: 2017-12-07
Abstract: A low-power, “always on” Voice Activity Detector (VAD, 100) generates a first Time Encoding Modulated (TEM) signal 101 (eg. a loop-filtered Pulse Width Modulated signal SPWM) from a microphone input SIN via a hysteretic comparator (201, fig. 4) and inputs this to a Time Decoding Convertor (TDC, 102) along with a clock signal (SCLK) generated from a midpoint reference voltage (VMID) via a second TEM (103) having a second hysteretic comparator (401, fig. 4). The TDC then outputs a count signal (SCT) to an activity monitor 104 to determine if signal activity lies above a threshold, whereupon a control signal EN is sent to wake other elements.
Patent GB-2556231-A (GB)
Title: Ammonia slip catalyst
Inventor: PAUL ANDERSEN
IPC: F01N3/10
Filed: 2014-07-30
Abstract: A catalyst article for treating an exhaust gas comprising: a substrate; a first oxidation catalyst layer disposed on and/or within the substrate; a second catalyst layer, which selectively reduces NOx and/or stores NH3, coated or disposed over the first catalyst layer; and a third catalyst layer, which comprises a second oxidation catalyst consisting of supported palladium, coated or disposed over the second catalyst layer, and wherein the first and second oxidation catalysts are different formulations. The third layer can be essentially free of ruthenium, rhenium, rhodium, silver, osmium, iridium, platinum, gold, alkali and alkaline earth metals, and transition metals, except transition metals in the form of a metal oxide particle support for the Pd and the second layer can be essentially free of Ag, Au, Pt, Rh, Ru, Ir and Os. The first oxidation catalyst is preferably a supported noble metal and can be Pt or a Pt and Pd mixture supported on metal oxide particles. The second layer can be a Fe and/or Cu zeolite and the substrate can be a flow-through honeycomb having a wall porosity of 50-65%. A system and a method for treating exhaust gas are also described.
Patent GB-2574387-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for controlling vehicle movement
Inventor: DANIEL WOOLLISCROFT
IPC: B62D15/02
Filed: 2018-05-31
Abstract: A controller (200), comprising input means (230) for receiving a terrain signal indicative of a terrain 135 in a vicinity of a vehicle 110, output means (240) for outputting a manoeuvre signal to cause the vehicle to perform a defined manoeuvre, and control means (210) arranged to control the output means in dependence on the terrain signal. At least a portion of the manoeuvre may be performed in accordance with a vehicle movement control profile determined based on the terrain or an ambient condition in the vehicle environment, and an off-road terrain control profile may have a lower maximum speed than an on-road terrain control profile. The manoeuvre may be a parking manoeuvre, and the control profile may be selected in dependence upon a presence of an occupant in the vehicle. Also provided is a method of controlling movement of a vehicle.