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Patent GB-2419466-A (GB)
Title: Compound semiconductor and method for producing same
Inventor: SHIMIZU MASAYA
IPC: H01S5/343
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: Disclosed is a group III-V compound semiconductor having a quantum well structure composed of a quantum well layer represented by the general formula: InxGayAlzN (wherein x + y + z = 1, 0 < x < 1,0 < y < 1, and 0   &  z < 1) and two barrier layers on the both sides of the quantum well layer. Among such group III-V compound semiconductors, one wherein the set of the barrier layers and the quantum well layer are repeatedly formed to constitute a multiple quantum well structure is particularly disclosed which is characterized in that the average InN mixed crystal ratio in the quantum well layers measured by x-ray diffraction analysis of the multiple quantum well structure is not more than 42.5% relative to the InN mixed crystal ratio calculated basing on the emission wavelength of light emitted by charge-injection to the group III-V compound semiconductor having the multiple quantum well structure.
Patent GB-2425278-A (GB)
Title: Extendable handle for drywall tools
Inventor: CASTAGNETTA DAVID JOSEPH
IPC: B25G1/04
Filed: 2005-11-17
Abstract: An extendable handle 10 for a drywall tool having a pair of telescoping tubes 12, 14 that are reversible locked in place relative to each other by a locking assembly 20 comprising a lever 26, a pin 28 and a yoke 30 that are mounted on a base 24 positioned on a first tube 14. The pin 28 is actuated by the lever 26 and engages an opening on the second tube 12 to lock the tubes in place. The pin 28 and lever 26 are spaced apart circumferentially on the handle and are connected by the yoke 30. The yoke 30 is received in a slot 54 in the base 24 and does not extend beyond the surface of base during operation of the lever.
Patent GB-2422971-A (GB)
Title: Position determination system
Inventor: TERASHIMA MAHO
IPC: G01S19/12
Filed: 2006-01-20
Abstract: A self-locating terminal 40 receives signals from a single GPS satellite 12 and a single radio base station 20 such as a cellular telephone base station which transmits its position. The terminal 40 determines the pseudorange (distance) from the GPS satellite in the usual way, and also determines its pseudorange (distance) from the base station on the basis of the time of arrival of signals transmitted by the base station. The terminal 40 thus determines itself to lie on a circle C on the basis of the GPS satellite position, the base station position, and the two pseudoranges. The signal transmitted by base station 20 also contains information defining the direction in which it is transmitted, from which the terminal 40 also determines itself to lie on a line L from the base station. The position of the terminal 40 is determined to be the point of closest approach of the line L to the circle C.
Patent GB-2420877-A (GB)
Title: Spectrometer apparatus
Inventor: THOMSON GRANT ALEXANDER
IPC: G01J3/02
Filed: 2004-08-23
Abstract: An imaging infrared spectrometer system includes an ATR unit (10) having a sample window (12) above an optical system (19) that directs radiation through the window onto the sample and directs radiation from the sample via corrective optics (40) to an imaging detector (4). The corrective optics is in the form of a wedge-shape prism (40) with a reflective surface (28) and is located near a focus of the optical system (19). The wedge prism (40) is effective to correct the focal plane orientation and anamorphic magnification at the sample.
Patent GB-2429594-A (GB)
Title: Driving an interlaced plasma display panel
Inventor: LIN CHUN-HSU
IPC: H04N5/44
Filed: 2006-05-05
Abstract: An apparatus 700 for driving an interlaced plasma display panel 708, including a delay device 701, an image upper and lower edge detection device 705, an image border processing device 703 and an image processing and analog control loop 704). The delay device receives an image signal 720, delays the image signal for two fields and then outputs the delayed image signal 721. The image upper and lower edge detection device receives and analyzes the image signal outputs the image upper and lower edge positions 725, saves and provides the odd field upper and lower edge data 724 of the image signal (720). The image border processing device outputs the image signal 723 after border processing according to the delayed image signal, the image upper and lower edge positions and the odd field upper and lower data 704. The image processing and analog control loop outputs a driving signal 726 according to the image signal after border processing and the image upper and lower edge positions.
Patent GB-2454636-A (GB)
Title: A protective cover for a bath
Inventor: BROWN IAIN
IPC: A47K3/00
Filed: 2006-05-19
Abstract: A protective covering for a bath that protects the bath from being damaged after any decoration or building work has been completed. The protective cover, covers the majority of the bath and has a least one layer of plastic material 10. Preferably the cover is made from PVC plastic material and/or other plastic type material, with a thickness between 0.5mm and 3.0mm. The cover may be made using single or multi-layer sheeted materials capable of being die-cut into shapes and configurations suitable for protecting bath surfaces, and may be cut to fit various bath sizes and shapes. Preferably the cover is adhered to all or parts of the top edges or rim of the bath via adhesive tape (11, fig 2), thereby securing the liner in position. The cover may be made from water resistant, fire resistant or oil resistant material and allow a worker to stand on the cover, without providing an unsafe surface. The bath may be filled with water (13, Fig 4) prior to fitting the protective covering to provide additional protection to the surface of the bath.
Patent GB-2424998-A (GB)
Title: Discharge control device, its discharge control method, and its manufacturing method
Inventor: MATSUZOE HISANOBU
IPC: B41J2/415
Filed: 2004-12-10
Abstract: A discharge control device for controlling discharge from a discharge electrode at low voltage. High-density mounting and low cost are achieved thanks to the reduced size of a discharge control section. Electric leakage hardly occurs and the stability of discharge control is excellent. The discharge control device comprises a heating section provided with one or more heaters and a driver IC electrically connected to the heaters and adapted for selectively supplying current to an arbitrary portion of one of the one or more heaters or to the heaters to generate heat, a heating section insulating film covering at least the heaters, and a discharge electrode which is provided for the one or more heaters on the heating insulating film and to which a voltage is applied. Discharge is caused from a discharge portion of the discharge electrode selectively heated by the heaters.
Patent GB-2427774-A (GB)
Title: A compact balanced mobile phone amplifier using impedance-transforming quadrature hybrid couplers
Inventor: CHEN PIN-FAN
IPC: H03H7/38
Filed: 2006-06-08
Abstract: A balanced RF amplifier comprises impedance-transforming input and output quadrature hybrids 520,540 which perform several functions, thereby saving space. The hybrids split and combine the amplifier input and output signals with appropriate phasing and may use lumped LC components (figures 3,4) or tracks on a PCB or MMIC. The self resonance of capacitors in the hybrids may be used to reduce second or third harmonics. The amplifier may be used in CDMA handsets.
Patent GB-2427903-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic clutch comprising a cover member that is integrally formed with a transmission gear and a magnetic member
Inventor: WATANABE HIROFUMI
IPC: E05F15/14
Filed: 2005-05-06
Abstract: A coupling mechanism including a first member including a head portion 40 in a spherical shape and a second member including a recessed portion 4 that fits with the head portion;. A spacer 53 is provided between the first member and the second member, which generates an elastic force such that the first member and the second member are separated from each other.
Patent GB-2428713-A (GB)
Title: Steerable Drilling System
Inventor: DOWNTON GEOFF
IPC: E21B10/62
Filed: 2006-07-24
Abstract: A steerable drilling system includes a drill bit comprising a bit body 16 having at least one movable member 22, and a control arrangement operable to allow the position occupied by the movable member 22 to be adjusted. The moveable member can be a movable cutting blade 22 of the bit or a moveable gauge pad (32, fig 3) of the drill bit. The position of the movable members 22, 32 may be adjusted in synchronism with the rotation of the bit.
Patent GB-2444522-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus to assist in locating a remote control
Inventor: MYLES JOSEPH HEZIKIAH
IPC: G08B21/24
Filed: 2006-12-08
Abstract: A transmitter transmits an alarm signal (by radio waves) to a remote control, which has a receiver for receiving the signal and an alarm which is activated by the alarm signal. The transmitter may be included in a small transmitter control box (2) that includes a control button (1) to turn it on (3), a second button to begin the sending of the signal (4) and optionally a third button to select a given remote control form a selection of remote controls. The transmitter may be incorporated into e.g. a TV, DVD player or CD player.
Patent GB-2430120-A (GB)
Title: IP/cellular base station
Inventor: KEEVILL PETER
IPC: H04L45/85
Filed: 2005-08-01
Abstract: A base station 110 provides coverage for voice and data services within a building using GSM/GPRS and UMTS interfaces within existing networks, allowing use of existing mobile phones. The base station also provides flexible interfacing to the network operator's core network 130 via the Unlicenced Mobile Access (UMA) standards as opposed to the usual lub (UMTS) or Abis (GSM) interfaces used by conventional cellular base stations. Backhaul from the base station units is achieved through the use of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) connexions over fixed telephone lines. This approach enables low-cost transport of data and voice using VoIP.
Patent GB-2438272-A (GB)
Title: Conversion Circuit for Pulse Code Modulated and Direct Stream Digital Data
Inventor: YONEDA MICHIAKI
IPC: H03M7/00
Filed: 2007-01-22
Abstract: A Digital to Analog (D/A) convening Integrated Circuit (IC) 33 is able to create left and right channel analog audio data from Pulse Code Modulated (PCM) or Direct Stream Digital (DSD) data due to a conversion circuit 32 (fig. 3) which selectively outputs either format. For DSD Data. conversion circuit 32 receives channel clock LRCK, bit clock BCK and master clock MCK (fig. 8) and outputs separate right and left channel data, DSD_R and DSD_L, arranged alternately word by word via shift registers 321-322 (fig. 3). PCM data bypasses conversion at 32, entering the IC directly from interface (I/F) 31 along with LRCK, BCK and MCK (figs. 2 and 5). This avoids the need for expensive Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuits to perform D/A conversion of DSD data.
Patent GB-2436332-A (GB)
Title: Toilet training device
Inventor: BAILEY DAVID
IPC: A47K11/12
Filed: 2007-02-19
Abstract: A training toilet for boys comprises a support 12, a bowl 14 connected to the support, and a collector 28. The collector is removeably attached to the bowl such that urine in the bowl can be readily removed from the toilet. Preferably the support includes a hook which can be arranged to co-operate with another object, such as a conventional toilet 24 as shown in Figure 1, and thereby supports the bowl. The height of the bowl may be altered by altering the point of connection between the support and the bowl. The training toilet may also comprise a footplate (16, Fig 1) which is provided with a container or absorbent sheet to limit splashes from reaching the floor.
Patent GB-2436443-A (GB)
Title: Method for mapping geometrical features using optoelectronic arrays
Inventor: OHMER HERVE
IPC: G01B11/14
Filed: 2007-02-22
Abstract: A method for inspecting a surface of an object, particularly a wire-wrapped sand screen for use in the oil and gas industry. Sensors 31, 32, 33 form an array 300 and comprise a laser that sends out beam 34 to illuminate a spot on the surface 35 to be examined. The reflected light signal is captured by a photo-detector in the array 300. The sensors 31, 32, 33 may move independently or collectively. The light signals are combined to form a representation, such as a digital image, of geometrical features of the surface and the representation is processed along with the location of the array relative to the surface to obtain geometric quantities such as the mean value of the size of the gaps in the screen. A motion control unit 107 controls the motion of the array 300, to move the array along rail 36 which is movable along rail 37. Thus the array 300 can move to scan the whole surface 35.
Patent GB-2447610-A (GB)
Title: A casing wall for an apparatus
Inventor: HUTCHISON HUTCH
IPC: B29C70/68
Filed: 2007-03-19
Abstract: The invention relates to a casing wall 10 for a personnel electronic device (12 figure 1) and comprises a casing wall 10, a chassis 14 and casing wall elements 16 integrated into the chassis 14. The casing wall elements 16 each have a surface 18 exposed to a user, and may be made from precious materials such as sapphires, diamonds or other materials such as glass. The chassis 14 defines a continuum 19 between the integrated casing wall elements 16 and provides structural rigidity to the casing wall 10. The chassis is preferably formed from a resinous material in which the casing wall elements are firmly embedded and which is then cured to form the chassis.
Patent GB-2437760-A (GB)
Title: Computer program for compare, swap and store facility with no external serialization
Inventor: GREINER DAN F
IPC: G06F9/46
Filed: 2006-12-21
Abstract: For a multi processor system, a compare, swap and store facility is provided that does not require external serialization or lock. A compare and swap operation is performed using an interlocked update operation. If the comparison indicates equality, a store operation is performed. The compare, swap and store operations are performed as a single unit of operation and are not interrupted. The interlocked update operation may comprise a block concurrent interlocked update operation.
Patent GB-2436762-A (GB)
Title: Communication device with camera that may be rotated, retracted or extended and detached
Inventor: CHAMBERS MICHAEL J
IPC: H04Q7/20
Filed: 2007-07-06
Abstract: A camera module 200 is detachable from a mobile communication device 100 and - when attached to the communication device - is movable from a retracted 210 to an exposed position and is able to rotate around at least one axis in the exposed position. Attaching means are provided for securing the camera module to complimentary attachment means on the communication device. The communication device may be a mobile telephone and the camera module may move with respect to the communication device using a spring mechanism.
Patent GB-2453559-A (GB)
Title: Cable assembly
Inventor: ROMANG DEREK
IPC: A01K91/06
Filed: 2007-10-11
Abstract: A cable assembly 10 is disclosed which comprises a tightly-coiled spring 12 surrounding a weighty chain 16 and at least one electrical conductor 14. The flexibility of the spring, the chain and the electrical conductor is such that the cable assembly 10 hangs substantially in the shape of a catenary.
Patent GB-2439071-A (GB)
Title: Colbalt-free Ni base superalloy
Inventor: KOBAYASHI TOSHIHARU
IPC: F01D25/00
Filed: 2007-10-23
Abstract: A Co-free Ni base superalloy comprising 1.0 to 10 wt.% Cr, 0.1 to 3.5 wt.% Mo, 7.5 to 10 wt.% W, 4.0 to 8 wt.% Al,   &  12 wt.% at least one of Ta, Nb and Ti, 0 to 2.0 wt.% Hf, 0.1 to 5.0 wt.% Re and the balance of Ni and unavoidable impurities. This Co-free Ni base superalloy exhibits high structure stability over a prolonged period of time, excelling in high-temperature creep characteristics and facilitates maintenance against radiation contamination, etc., being suitable for use in a turbine blade or turbine vane of nuclear power generation, etc.
Patent GB-2454902-A (GB)
Title: A method for the manufacture of group III-V particles
Inventor: STRUPEIT TIM
IPC: C01B21/06
Filed: 2007-11-22
Abstract: A method for the manufacture of a III-V compound, in the form of nanoparticles, such as used in semiconductors, is disclosed which comprises heating a solution of a solvent and a stabiliser, adding a group III compound and a group V compound, heating the resultant solution, adding a reducing agent wherein a III-V compou8nd is precipitated out of the solution.. The solvent may be trioctylphosphine oxide (TOPO), trioctyl phosphine (TOP), or long chain amines such as hexadecylamine. The TOP or TOPO may also act as a particle stabiliser through a capping reaction. The group III compounds may be salts, oxides or acetates. The group V compound may be a metal phosphide or arsenide or an alkyl phosphide. The reducing agent may be a Lewis acid such as butyl lithium or potassium borohydride. The particles may be precipitated from solution by addition of a polar organic liquid such as methanol, ethanol, propanol or acetone.
Patent GB-2443978-A (GB)
Title: Methods for the detection of colorectal cancer
Inventor: GITE SADANAND
IPC: C12P19/34
Filed: 2006-06-21
Abstract: This invention relates to an approach for detection of chain truncating mutations based on the utilization of existing sample collection methods such as FOBT platforms, together with advanced methods for cell-free protein expression. "When further combined with mass spectrometry, the invention provides the ability to simultaneously detect changes in the amino acid sequence of multiple peptides. In some embodiments, DNA is isolated from a patient fecal sample and specific regions of a gene (i.e., for example, a K- ras gene or an APC gene) are PCR amplified using specifically designed primers that allow translation of encoded peptide fragments in a cell-free protein synthesis system. Nascent proteins are affinity purified and their mass is detected by MALDI-TOF which allows identifying low levels of mutations.
Patent GB-2445671-A (GB)
Title: Drill bit of two joined materials
Inventor: DURFEE LAVERNE
IPC: B23B51/00
Filed: 2008-01-09
Abstract: The drill bit 1 includes a shank 2 defining a longitudinal axis A-A, with a cutting head 6 at one end of the shank. At least one cutting edge 12a and a centering point 16 are formed on the cutting head. The shank and a portion of the cutting head are formed of a first material 20a. The cutting edge, centering point and a portion of the cutting head are formed of a second material 20b. A weld 24 connects the first material and the second material. The bit may be an auger or a spade bit. A method of making the drill bit includes welding a first blank of the first material to a second blank of the second material. A cutting head is milled into the first blank and second blank such that the cutting head is formed of the first material and the second material.
Patent GB-2442670-A (GB)
Title: Maintenance apparatus for grass surfaces
Inventor: SHANKS ANNE
IPC: A01B31/00
Filed: 2006-07-27
Abstract: A maintenance apparatus for grass surfaces comprises a sheet (10) of flexible non-metallic material. The sheet (10) is rectangular and mounted at one side to a carrier (12) adapted for connection to a prime mover. The sheet (10) having a plurality of apertures (14) arrayed over its extent and is capable of being dragged across a grass surface.
Patent GB-2457252-A (GB)
Title: computer apparatus
Inventor: MARTIN WILLIAM WESLEY
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2008-02-06
Abstract: A computer 101 with one of a keyboard 105 movable between two operating positions, a removable pointing device 7 to control a cursor on a screen, a removable security device or a mobile phone which can dock within the computer casing, control a cursor on a screen or which is connectable to the computer 101 such that the computer can perform the normal functions of the phone. The computer 101 may have two connecting sockets 107, 110 for the removable device 7 located such that when the keyboard is moved from a first to a second position the first connector 107 becomes hidden by the keyboard 105 and the second connector 110 becomes accessible. Alternatively the connector for the removable device 7 may be relocated when the keyboard is moved (figures 1-3). The pointing device 7 may have memory storage means and may be any of a trackball device, mobile phone, joystick, touch sensitive pad or similar and may have a memory or other data storage means, which may contain a security code. The computer may only operate when a device containing a security code is present.
Patent GB-2458688-A (GB)
Title: Training aid with rotating arm
Inventor: BRENNAN MICHAEL PAUL
IPC: A63B69/34
Filed: 2008-03-28
Abstract: A training aid comprises a punch bag <B>C</B> with a vertical central rod <B>F</B> and an arm <B>E</B> rotatably attached to the central rod <B>F</B>. The punch bag <B>C</B> may be padded. The arm <B>E</B> may have a pad <B>G</B> mounted on the free end of the arm <B>E</B>. The training aid may be used as a sparring partner for boxing training. The training aid may be fixed or free standing.
Patent GB-2453645-A (GB)
Title: Operating an AUV with a submersible docking station
Inventor: JAMIESON JAMES ANDREW
IPC: B63C11/42
Filed: 2008-10-06
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus of operating an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) 2. In one embodiment, the AUV is received in a receptacle (4, Fig 2) of a submersible station 1, and the AUV and the submersible station are launched to an underwater location. The AUV may engage with the submersible station before, after or during a mission, and may return to the same or a different station after part, or all, of the mission has been completed. The submersible station may have a lifting frame (6, Fig 2) to facilitate deployment of the submersible station to the underwater location. The submersible station may have a self operating latch mechanism (15, Fig 2) within the receptacle for receiving the AUV.
Patent GB-2465218-A (GB)
Title: Rail vehicle power generating system
Inventor: KHALAF BAHJAT MOHAMAD
IPC: B61D43/00
Filed: 2008-11-13
Abstract: A rail vehicle has a V profile roller 4 mounted between its wheels 6 and engaging a V profile rail 2. The roller 4 is coupled to a power, e.g. electricity, generator to provide power for facilities, e.g. heating, lighting, air conditioning, in the vehicle.
Patent GB-2468642-A (GB)
Title: A device for measuring angles
Inventor: ANDERSON IAN MICHAEL
IPC: G01B3/56
Filed: 2009-03-16
Abstract: This invention provides a quick and simple way of determining the exact angle formed between two taut, crossed strings or builders lines. It is suspended below the first line by means of vertical hangers. A second line is then set up over the top of the first with the crossing point over the centre of the invention. This indicates the exact point of the corner to be measured, marked or constructed. The exact angle formed between the crossed strings or building lines is then read using the 360 degree graduations marked upon the inventions base. Once employed, the invention is hands free in operation.
Patent GB-2455686-A (GB)
Title: Ramp for improved wheelbarrow usage
Inventor: MICKLEBURGH HEDLEY ROLAND
IPC: B65G69/28
Filed: 2007-11-16
Abstract: A ramp in combination with a ratchet-wheel barrow is disclosed. The ramp is automatically power-driven to pull the barrow up towards the top of a waiting skip into which the barrow load will be emptied. Sensors (24,28) activate the ramp to carry the barrow upwards and are weight-sensitive so as to cut the ramp drive off automatically once the barrow has reached the top (19) of the ramp. In a preferred embodiment the ramp drive is a belt drive and the belt (27) edges under-run the ramp tread plates so as to tend to shed debris and prevent blockage of the belt drive in use.