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Patent GB-2428867-A (GB)
Title: A one-piece end plug with tapered leg portion for a ceramic arc tube
Inventor: MUCKLEJOHN STUART ALBERT
IPC: H01J61/36
Filed: 2005-08-05
Abstract: A one-piece end plug 120, 124 for use in a three-part ceramic arc tube comprises: a cylindrical head portion 114 of a diameter suitable for insertion into the hollow cylindrical main body portion 122 of the arc tube; and a leg portion 112 formed on the head portion 114 so as to be coaxial therewith and tapering inwardly from the head portion outwards; wherein the whole end-plug is formed of a single ceramic pressing. The end-plug 120, 124 also has a central through bore 109 for receipt of electrodes. The head or transition portion 114 has a circumference such that it may fit into the open end of the main body portion 122, thereby allowing the total length of the assembled discharge chamber, and hence the distance between the ends of the arc forming electrodes, to be maintained within tight dimensional tolerances.
Patent GB-2417273-A (GB)
Title: A Packer Cup Assembly
Inventor: WATSON BROCK WAYNE
IPC: B29C/
Filed: 2003-06-12
Abstract: A packer cup 100 comprises one or more springs 102a and 102b bonded to an elastomeric sealing cup 104 forming cup lip portion 103 for engaging the interior of the expandable casing 71. Opposite the lip portion 103 is a base portion 107 which is supported by a conical bushing 106 positioned between the elastomeric seal 104 and the central mandrel 72. A pliant backup member 108 (made from any suitable material such as fluoropolymer or fluoroelastomer) is position between the elastomeric sealing cup 104 and a radial thimble 110. The backup member 108 reduces the unsupported region of the elastomeric sealing cup 104. The thimble 110 has an exterior diameter slightly smaller than the interior diameter, reducing distance"A", and an increased longitudinal length which reduces the unsupported length of the elastomeric sealing cup; thus limiting movement of the cup 94 when the packer cup is pressurized. This reduced movement improves the durability of the packer seal.
Patent GB-2426923-A (GB)
Title: Pivotal seat with releasable locking means
Inventor: MASCULL GRAHAM JOHN
IPC: B62B7/14
Filed: 2005-11-22
Abstract: A seat having a main support base (1), a backrest (2) and seat squab (3), the base having a plurality of outwardly opening recesses (6,7 and 8), at a first end part of the seat and at least one locking recess, (9), at a second end part of the seat, the first and second end parts being at or near substantially opposite ends of the seat, and locking means (10/11), adapted to releasably lock the seat to a support frame when it is in use; the seat formed such that when it is in use it releasably fits to the support frame and is lockable thereto by maneuvering the seat so that a first part of the support frame is within at least one of the recesses at the first end part of the seat and pivoting the seat about that first part of the support frame until the locking recess engages a second part of the support frame; the seat being adjustable in that it can be set to alternative recline positions depending on which one of the recesses at the first end part of the seat engages the first part of the support frame. The seat may be fitted to a stroller frame or to a high chair (figures 5 and 6 respectively). The seat may be fitted with lateral supports (5) and thigh supports (4) to asist a disabled user. A seatbelt or harness (16 Fig 2) may be provided.
Patent GB-2433032-A (GB)
Title: Syringe with dose adjustment means
Inventor: MARSHALL JEREMY
IPC: A61M5/20
Filed: 2005-12-08
Abstract: A substance delivery device 1 for use with a container containing the substance, the device comprising: a body 2 arranged to house or hold the container 82; a plunger 40 which is movable with respect to at least a portion of the body 2, the plunger 40 being arranged to act upon the container 82 so as to move the container with respect to said portion of the body 2; wherein the plunger 40 is also arranged to expel at least a portion of the substance from the container 82; and wherein the device comprises means 44 for adjusting the amount of substance to be expelled from the container 82. The device may also comprise means 70 for priming the container 82.
Patent GB-2424251-A (GB)
Title: Front-wheel-drive transaxle with limited slip differential
Inventor: KRISHER JAMES A
IPC: F16H48/30
Filed: 2006-03-15
Abstract: A front-wheel-drive transaxle comprises a differential assembly 14 having a differential mechanism 30, 32, 34a, 34b disposed in a differential case 14a and two opposite output shafts (20a, fig 1) and 20b. A torque coupling device 15, e.g. a friction clutch 16, is disposed outside the differential case 14a and has outer friction members 38a coupled to the case 14a and inner friction members 38b splined to an annular adapter ring 44 which is splined to the output shaft 20b. A clutch actuator assembly 18 comprises, for example, an electric motor 46 and a ball-ramp clutch actuator 56 driven by the motor 46 through a reduction module 46 having reduction gears (50, 52, 54, fig 4). The motor and thereby the clutch 16 is controlled by an electronic control unit (80) which receives signals from wheel sensors (82) and a brake switch (84) so that the control unit (80) may carry out control by judging vehicle running conditions. Thus the clutch 16 may be operated to provide a limited-slip differential function or not operated to an open differential function.
Patent GB-2427303-A (GB)
Title: Variable size cartridge holder for magnetic recording/playback apparatus
Inventor: MURASE KAZUKIDE
IPC: G11B15/675
Filed: 2006-04-19
Abstract: A cartridge holder is disclosed that includes a cartridge supporting member 52 that supports an inserted cartridge corresponding to a first cartridge C or a thicker second cartridge C1; a cartridge upper face holding member 60 that is normally positioned at a first height position for holding down the first cartridge; a cartridge upper face holding member supporting mechanism 70 configured to move the cartridge upper face holding member with respect to the cartridge supporting member; and a lock mechanism 80 configured to lock the cartridge upper face holding member in the first height position. The cartridge supporting member and the cartridge upper face holding member define a cartridge accommodating space. The lock mechanism remains locked when the first cartridge is inserted, and unlocks when the second cartridge is inserted. When the second cartridge is inserted, the cartridge upper face holding member is raised, and the size of the cartridge accommodating space is changed.
Patent GB-2439395-A (GB)
Title: Inflatable child vehicle seat and playpen
Inventor: DULAI GURKAMALJEET KAUR
IPC: B60N2/28
Filed: 2006-06-24
Abstract: A child seat for a vehicle seat, comprising: a seat squab portion 304 and a backrest portion 303, both portions linked by a hinge means 302; a support means 40; wherein the child seat is arranged such that, in use, in a first configuration the seat squab portion is substantially supported by a vehicle seat squab 20 and the back portion is substantially supported by a backrest of a vehicle seat 20, and in a second configuration the backrest portion is substantially supported by a vehicle seat squab and the seat squab portion is substantially supported by the support means. Said support means may be located on a floor supporting said vehicle seat. Said seat may be constructed from foamed plastic or inflatable sections and may be provided with side and/or roof sections 50. Said seat may be provided with a storage means.
Patent GB-2434112-A (GB)
Title: Sparring apparatus
Inventor: ZOHREDIN-MAHMOUD SAID
IPC: A63B69/24
Filed: 2006-07-03
Abstract: A sparring apparatus comprises a support assembly 124, 128 being arranged to movably support a punchbag 102 so as to provide at least two degrees of freedom of movement of the punchbag. The supports may be arranged to move the punchbag with a linear and/or rotational movement. A control unit may be provided to control the operation of a plurality of drive motors arranged to move the support assemblies and thereby the punchbag. The punchbag may be provided with one or more sensors. A method of controlling the movement of the punchbag according to a predetermined routine is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2435571-A (GB)
Title: Internet protocol television authorisation filtering
Inventor: WOLLMERSHAUSER STEVE
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2006-07-26
Abstract: The present invention discloses a method and apparatus for authorizing activity in an Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) environment. A requested activity can be a request to view a pay-per-view program or purchase an item. An account server (108) receives a request from a viewer to view or purchase the IPTV activity. The account server (108) checks the cost of the request against a spending limit of the viewer. If the cost of the requested item exceeds the amount available in a viewer's account, the viewer receives a message and is offered an option to request an exception to exceed the spending limit. A request for an exception to exceed the spending limit is received at the account server (108), and an account administrator (110) is notified of the receipt of the request for the exception. A response is received from the account administrator (110) to grant authorization. If no response is received within a selected time limit, the request can be implicitly rejected.
Patent GB-2440712-A (GB)
Title: Closure for use at the waist of garments
Inventor: ROHALY TIBOR
IPC: A41F9/00
Filed: 2006-08-12
Abstract: A closure for use at the waist of garments comprises two channels <B>D, F</B> attached to a base <B>B</B>, the channels <B>D, F</B> are used for guiding a strap <B>A</B> having at least one elasticated insert. The strap A has first and second ends and these ends are both attached to the base <B>B</B>. One channel <B>D</B> may be attached to the outside of the base on one channel <B>F</B> attached to the inside of the base <B>B</B>. The first and second ends of the strap <B>A</B> engage the base <B>B</B> in a wrap movement.
Patent GB-2433514-A (GB)
Title: A coloured coating composition
Inventor: TAYLOR CELIA CHARLOTTE
IPC: C09D4/00
Filed: 2006-12-12
Abstract: A coloured coating composition comprising a white base paint and at least one coloured pigment in a form that can be readily mixed with the white base paint, the white base paint comprising a film-forming polymer, a liquid carrier, one or more opacifying white pigments and one or more extenders, the coloured coating composition having a light reflectance value Y less than 110, and greater than that defined by the equation 'Y = mC + K', where 25 > C> 1.0, C being the chroma of the coloured coating composition, m and K being empirical coefficients selected according to the type and number of the type of the at least one coloured pigment, and dependant on the hue angle of the coating composition.
Patent GB-2441340-A (GB)
Title: Operator interface sensing a touch position on a movable portion
Inventor: BROWN CHRISTOPHER STUART
IPC: B60K37/06
Filed: 2006-12-22
Abstract: An operator interface has a movable portion 101 movable relative to a fixed portion 103, a sensor to determine where an operator first touched the movable portion (e.g which depression 102), and outputs providing information corresponding to the position or movement of the movable portion and the touch position. The operator interface maybe part of a system with a controller 108 which together act as a switch to select a device from a group of devices 109a-c to be controlled according to where the switch is touched, and then control functions of the selected device according to the movement of the movable portion. In some embodiments a single sensor (e.g. 121 fig 2) may detect touch position and movement, and sensor(s) may be in the movable or fixed portion. The movable portion may rotate (figs 1-3, 5a,5c,5d) or resemble a rocker switch (figs 4 and 5b). A standard universal switch could be programmed with different touch areas for differing applications. Displays, soft buttons or additional buttons may be provided. The devices can be air conditioning, ventilation, and electric windows in a vehicle.
Patent GB-2430431-A (GB)
Title: Bacterial eliminator
Inventor: NISHIOKA YOUICHI
IPC: C02F1/32
Filed: 2004-09-09
Abstract: A bacteria eliminator suitable for reduction in size or cost. A UV filament lamp (6) is preheated by a control section (7) even when water is not conducted. Consequently, the UV filament lamp (6) can be lighted immediately upon conduction of water. The lamp (6) can thereby be kept unlighted when water is not conducted. Consequently, the lamp (6) is not overheated easily when water is not conducted. Furthermore, power consumption is reduced and lifetime of the lamp can be prolonged. When the lamp (6) is overheated and not-yet-heated water flows in, the lamp (6) is possibly damaged. In order to avoid damage, a special structure or lamp is required. Since overheating of the lamp can be avoided according to the invention, special structure or material for avoiding damage of the lamp (6) due to not-yet-heated water can be eliminated or the structure can be simplified.
Patent GB-2437611-A (GB)
Title: Electrical connections in a high-pressure discharge lamp
Inventor: ARNDT JOACHIM
IPC: H01J61/82
Filed: 2007-03-16
Abstract: A high pressure metal halide discharge lamp comprising a base insulator (12, Figure 1) bearing an inner vessel (2 and 3) surrounded by an enveloping bulb 24. Electrical terminals are provided comprising power supply lines 10 and extension wires 23 which are mechanically connected to one another, wherein at least one extension wire 23 is shaped to form a coil 22 twisted onto the end of a power supply line 10. Preferably the power supply line 10 has a ratio of 1.25 to 2.0 with respect to the diameter of the extension wire 23, and a ratio of 1.1 to 1.3 with respect to the inner diameter of the coil 22 in an unspread state.
Patent GB-2437056-A (GB)
Title: Sunscreen composition
Inventor: DUEVA OLGA V
IPC: A61K/
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: A photoprotective composition comprising: one or more sunscreen agents; and one or more optimizing agents selected from the group consisting of 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-pentanediol, and combinations thereof, wherein said one or more optimizing agents optimizes one or more properties selected from the group consisting of polarity, critical wavelength, SPF, PFA, Star Rating, photostability, and any combinations thereof, of said composition, as compared to a composition without said one or more optimizing agents.
Patent GB-2448310-A (GB)
Title: Interactive information method and system
Inventor: LOZANO JOSE MANUEL GIL
IPC: H04W4/80
Filed: 2007-04-02
Abstract: A display (3) of an interactive information device (2) displays information selected by a user. A communications connection is established between the interactive information device (2) and a mobile communications device (20), and data relating to the displayed information transmitted from the interactive information device (2) to the mobile communications device (20) and/or from the mobile communications device (20) to the interactive information device (2). In a further method, a tag device detects the presence of a mobile communications device (20), and transmits data stored therein to the mobile communications device (20) or the interactive information device(2).
Patent GB-2449627-A (GB)
Title: Swimsuit
Inventor: ROY NATASHA
IPC: A41D7/00
Filed: 2007-04-24
Abstract: A swimsuit made from two or more fabric layers, where the outer layer(s) of the swimsuit maintains its outer appearance when dry and becomes semi transparent when wet, to reveal the inner layer of fabric that is opaque when wet. When the outer layer(s) dries, the inner layer of fabric can no longer be viewed through the outer layer. The inner layer and outer layer(s) may incorporate different printed designs or be different colours thereby altering the appearance of the swimwear when the outer layer(s) become semi transparent when wet. The inner layer and outer layer(s) may also have additional patches of fabric or materials sewn onto the surface to create a design or pattern.
Patent GB-2438328-A (GB)
Title: Convertible trailer
Inventor: PEARCE ROBERT
IPC: B62D63/06
Filed: 2005-12-23
Abstract: A trailer convertible between an in-use configuration and a storage configuration is provide with a fixed draw bar (4) extending to the full length of the trailer. A transverse cross- member (6) being pivotally connected to the drawbar (4). At least two foldable floor panel are mounted onto the drawbar (4). Each floor panel has a side panel fixed to its outside edg The floor panels are folded to an essentially vertical position and the transverse cross- member (6) rotated through about 90{ to be aligned substantially parallel with the drawbar (4). A front and rear end panel are replaceably mounted onto the trailer. When converting the trailer from the in-use configuration to the storage configuration, the front and rear end panels are removed. The trailer being provided with wheel assemblies (20) pivotally mounted to the cross-member (6) and being rotatable through 90{ when folding the trailer into the storage position.
Patent GB-2455493-A (GB)
Title: Frame assembly for tensioning de-mountable printing screens
Inventor: WILLSHERE JEFFREY RICHARD
IPC: B41F15/34
Filed: 2007-10-08
Abstract: A frame assembly for tensioning a printing screen, the frame assembly comprising: a frame unit 104 to which a printing screen 101 is in use tensioned; and a screen loading mechanism for loading a printing screen into the frame unit, wherein the screen loading mechanism comprises a screen loading member which is movably coupled to the frame unit between a screen-receiving configuration in which a printing screen can be loaded into the loading member 153 and a loaded configuration in which the printing screen is loaded into the frame unit, and at least one actuator element 154 which is coupled to the screen loading member and actuatable such as to move the screen loading member between the screen-receiving and loaded configurations.
Patent GB-2445090-A (GB)
Title: An auto-injector having syringe blocking or gripping means
Inventor: STAMP KEVIN
IPC: A61M5/20
Filed: 2007-12-18
Abstract: An autoinjector comprises an outer housing in which can be mounted a syringe <B>8</B> for holding a volume of medicament, the syringe <B>8</B> for holding medicament having a needle <B>1</B> at one end thereof, a syringe holder for supporting the syringe in an axial position relative to the outer housing, and an intermediate housing <B>6</B> at least part of which is located within said outer housing, characterised in that said intermediate housing <B>6</B> is provided with a blocking or gripping means <B>7</B> capable of abutting the syringe <B>8</B> or the syringe holder so as to be capable of preventing forward axial movement of the syringe <B>8</B> when a forward axial force is applied to said needle <B>1</B> before actuation of the autoinjector to deliver an injection, but incapable of preventing forward axial movement of the syringe <B>8</B> during actuation of the autoinjector to deliver an injection.
Patent GB-2443568-A (GB)
Title: Method and device arrangement for managing a client/server environment
Inventor: OIKARINEN JARKKO
IPC: H04L65/40
Filed: 2006-07-06
Abstract: The invention relates to a method and data transfer arrangement for executing consecutive instructions in a client device (21) in a mobile device management server -client device environment (22, 21). The invention also relates to an instruction execution module utilized in the implementation of the method. In the procedure according to the invention, the device management server (22) forms the instructions to be executed in the client device (21) into an instruction sequence, which is transmitted to the client device (21). The instruction execution module in the client device breaks up the instruction sequence into command sequences and control structures. The instruction execution module executes the conditional commands belonging to the instruction sequence and specified by the control structures individually without the help of the device management server (22). After the execution of all the instructions, the client device (21) sends a message describing the success of the execution to the device management server.
Patent GB-2458151-A (GB)
Title: Shopping bag with a carrier bag holder and dispenser
Inventor: CHIEFFO MICHELE
IPC: A45C3/04
Filed: 2008-03-07
Abstract: A Shopping bag with a shopping, carrier or like bag holder comprises a shopping bag that can carry items of shopping 2, 15 and which further comprises a segregated storage pocket, pouch or like part 6 within the main body of the bag within which further shopping, carrier or like bags may be stored when they are not in use, access 4 to the segregated storage pocket, pouch or like part being from the outside of the shopping, carrier or like bag. An opening 10 of a variable size is provided on the outside of the shopping bag. The segregated storage pocket, pouch or like part may have an opening 4, which may be elasticized, and which may be partially or totally closed once the further shopping, carrier or like bags have been inserted.
Patent GB-2460495-A (GB)
Title: A building incorporating a roadway and a rooftop greenhouse
Inventor: STEPHENS DAVID HUW
IPC: A01G9/18
Filed: 2008-06-05
Abstract: A linear building has a rooftop greenhouse and a roadway forming the storey beneath the top most storey. The building may incorporate apartments, factories and parking floor, and may support wind turbines above the building. Warm exhaust air and other sources of carbon dioxide from the building, plus purified waste water from the building containing plant nutrients are delivered to the greenhouse. This is controlled automatically to near optimum conditions for photosynthesis, absorbing and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Heat is recovered from greenhouse air by heat pumps, consuming little electricity mainly provided by the wind turbines, to provide the small amount of heat required by the occupancies to supplement passive solar heating, and producing a surplus of heat and electricity for export to settlements near the roof road buildings. Carbon dioxide emissions can thus be almost eliminated from roof road apartments, and reduced from other housing, industry, transport and food production. The integrated building resolves many environmental problems of land take, flooding by conventional development, traffic noise, congestion, creating a sustainable infrastructure while saving money.