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Patent GB-2248542-A (GB)
Title: Batter mix for non-fry foods
Inventor: KOIZUMI YOSHITO
IPC: A23L7/157
Filed: 1991-09-13
Abstract: A batter mix for non-fry foods consisting of powder of oil and fat having a particular solid fat content (SFC) is provided. It permits the compatibility of opposed factors of physical properties of oil and fat powder to food taste to give a satisfactory batter mix for non-fry foods.
Patent GB-2258924-A (GB)
Title: Testing stress mode of a semiconductor memory device
Inventor: HAN JIN-MAN
IPC: G11C29/50
Filed: 1992-01-31
Abstract: In an integrated semiconductor memory device, apparatus (10, 20, 30) for setting a stress test mode without applying a stress voltage from the exterior comprises a comparator (10) for comparing (11, 13) an internal supply voltage IVcc, and an external supply voltage XVcc, a trigger circuit (20), and a bias circuit (30) for setting the output of the trigger to a given level. A stress mode can be set by raising the external supply voltage XVcc to a voltage over the stress voltage. The output from the comparator (10) then triggers (20) the bias circuit (30) to raise the internal voltage supply IVcc', to a stress mode. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2252797-A (GB)
Title: Controlling production flow of an oil well 36
Inventor: CASAGRANDE MICHEL
IPC: E21B43/12
Filed: 1992-02-13
Abstract: In a process for controlling the production flow rate of an oil well, the well comprises a hydrocarbon production column (12) leading to a well head (30) and provided with at least one gas injection valve (16), the valve (16) being connected to a pressurised gas source (18) by means of a first control valve (24) which enables the gas flow rate towards the interior of the production column to be controlled. In addition, the instantaneous flow rate produced is controlled by means of a second control valve (36), the control process being performed by the two control valves (24; 36). The valves (24; 36) may be adjusted by an automatic system connected to outlet temperature and pressure sensors (38; 40) and inlet gas pressure and flow sensors (42; 44). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2256220-A (GB)
Title: Sash window seals.
Inventor: SIBLEY IAN
IPC: E06B3/44
Filed: 1992-04-27
Abstract: A sliding sash window consists of two sashes or leaves 35 and 63 sliding in a frame 10-13. For draughtproofing, each sash has three seals 15 attached to it, each seal running vertically along substantially the whole height of the sash. These seals bear against the three inner faces of the channel in which the sash slides. The position of the seals ensures that they are never visible, and can therefore be used where an "as original" appearance is required. Fewer than 3 seals can be used, with diminished performance. The sashes can have the seals adhered to them or be grooved to receive seals with prong backs. Compression seals can be provided along the horizontal members (not shown) if desired. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2269518-A (GB)
Title: Fishing rod support.
Inventor: PARTRIDGE DAVID FREDERICK
IPC: A01K97/10
Filed: 1992-08-14
Abstract: In a mount (2) for a fishing rod support (1) constituted by first and second telescopic struts (4 and (3) (Figure 2), the mount (2) is provided with a connector (6) for fixing the support (1) substantially at right-angles thereto, and locking means (8, 9) are provided for locking the two struts (4 and 3) together in any of a plurality of telescopic configurations, the free end of the second strut (3) being pointed and provided with an external screw thread (3b) for threading into the ground. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2259272-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle accessory
Inventor: MCDAID JAMES JOHN
IPC: B60J1/00
Filed: 1992-09-07
Abstract: A vehicle windscreen protector comprises a thin transparent sheet of plastics material of a size to fit a windscreen or the like, which is placed over the windscreen at the start of a journey on which significant insect impact on the windscreen is expected. At the end of the journey, the sheet can be removed, leaving the windscreen itself clean. The sheet may be unrolled and attached by water, from the sheet container or the windscreen wipers. The sheet may be at least partially tinted, and may be robust enough for repeated used. The sheet may be provided with drawstrings attached to one side so that it can be pulled off from inside the car, and may comprise several layers, each of a single film, with their edges staggered at one edge of the stack, and attached to each other by drawstrings. A similar sheet may be used for vehicle lights.
Patent GB-2258919-A (GB)
Title: Forming an acoustic matching member
Inventor: GILL MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: G10K11/02
Filed: 1992-10-14
Abstract: A method of forming a transducer comprising the steps of forming an acoustic matching member from a material in which a plurality of voids have been introduced by foaming the material in a molten state and casting the foamed material in a mould, the velocity of sound in the voided material being substantially less than that for the unvoided material in the direction of sound propagation of the matching member and affixing the member to a piezo member. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2263267-A (GB)
Title: Mounting bracket.
Inventor: MCCRERIE ALAN IAN
IPC: B60D1/18
Filed: 1992-10-20
Abstract: A mounting bracket 310 for a winch 322 comprises a base 312, attachment means 314, 316 for loosely attaching the bracket to a ball hitch or other support 328 the means 316 allowing the bracket to move relative to the support. Housing 316 has a retainer 326 and in use is fitted round a ball hitch 328 and slid into the housing 314. This is fixed to the ball 312 and has a belt 324 which engages in a slot 316A of the housing 316. A carrying handle 316 is provided. Alternative embodiments are disclosed without a slidable housing. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2262479-A (GB)
Title: Drive means for electro-photography process unit.
Inventor: AHN BYUNG-SEON
IPC: G03G15/09
Filed: 1992-11-25
Abstract: A drive means for an electro-photography process unit comprising a first idle gear means 50 consisting of two gears 50a, 50b coaxially arranged with a space therebetween for transmitting the power of a motor to a drum drive gear 28a mounted on a shaft of a photo-sensitive drum and to a second idle gear means 51 with a different pitch for transmitting the power to a developer, the developer being arranged at one side of the drum, a magnet roll provided in the developer for transferring toner to the drum, a first speedup gear 52 with a different pitch engaged with the second idle gear means 51 for driving the magnet roll, and a second speedup gear 53 with a different pitch engaged with the first speedup gear 52 and with a gear 27a of the magnet roll. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2262093-A (GB)
Title: Piperazine derivatives useful for treating anxiety
Inventor: CLIFFE IAN ANTHONY
IPC: A61P25/00
Filed: 1992-12-01
Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) where A is a C1 or C2 alkylene chain optionally substituted by lower alkyl, Z is a bicyclic oxygen-containing radical (e.g. 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-5-yl), R is hydrogen or lower alkyl, R<1> is aryl or aryl(lower)alkyl and R<2> and R<3> are specified groups, and the pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts are novel. They are 5-HT1A-antagonists which may be used, for example, in treating anxiety.
Patent GB-2273691-A (GB)
Title: A movable, load-supporting apparatus
Inventor: JEPHCOTT DAVID LYNTON
IPC: B65G1/127
Filed: 1992-12-23
Abstract: In the field of materials handling, there is a need for a versatile shelving/storage apparatus which also serves as a transport mechanism. The disclosure relates to a movable storage apparatus which includes a frame (11), a plurality of load trays (14) suspended from transverse rods (19) which interconnect pairs of movable members in the form of e.g. discs (18) or oval belts (28). The discs (18) or belts (28) are supported in the frame (11) for selective movement. The trays (14) are self-levelling under gravity in a preferred embodiment of the invention. The apparatus includes a drive means (24) and a brake (26) whereby movement of the trays can be controlled. The advantage of the apparatus is that trays may readily be moved within the apparatus to a convenient position for loading, and subsequently moved to a remote portion of the apparatus during storage and/or transportation. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2275496-A (GB)
Title: A decouplable vehicle door handle arrangement
Inventor: CRAWLEY GRAHAM JOHN
IPC: E05B13/00
Filed: 1993-02-27
Abstract: A door knob 16 for a vehicle rear door 12 requires a combination of pulling 42 and turning 44 movements to operate it. The knob 16 itself is round. The combination of the round knob and the pull-then-turn action makes it difficult for a thief working from outside the vehicle to open the door. The knob is keyed to the operating shaft 30 by key 38, the latter only being engaged with the handle when the handle is pulled axially against the force of spring 36. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2265344-A (GB)
Title: Narrow-aisle fork-lift truck.
Inventor: BROWN FREDERICK LESLIE
IPC: B66F9/075
Filed: 1993-03-10
Abstract: The truck comprises a front part pivotally connected to a rear part via a king pin 14. A steering motor drives gear 12 meshed with gear 18 to cause the steering effect. The front wheels 20 are driven by a motor 30 via differential 32 and clutches 26, 28 are located in the respective half shafts 22, 24. When the steering angle exceeds a predetermined amount, eg 45 degrees, in either direction, the corresponding clutch is actuated to disconnect drive to the wheel which is nearer to the centre about which the truck is turning. Thereafter the outside one of the wheels 20 is driven and the other three are free to turn in either direction or remain stationary as the vehicle is manoeuvred by the driver. The drive may be hydrostatic with a motor in the rear part driving a pump feeding a motor at each driven wheel. At the threshold steering angle, a spool valve cuts the supply to the inner wheel motor. Alternatively, the drive may be electric with an electric motor for each driven wheel, the inner motor being switched out of circuit at the threshold angle. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2272553-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for controlling flooding from a water using appliance
Inventor: O'DEA FRANCIS JOSEPH
IPC: D06F33/47
Filed: 1993-11-08
Abstract: The apparatus comprises means eg a tray 12 for collecting water leaking from the appliance and means 14 for detecting water collected, which means can generate a signal which can be used to switch off the appliance to prevent further water demand. The detecting means may be a float-actuated microswitch or a moisture sensor. The signal can also be used to activate a pump to discharge water from the appliance. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278664-A (GB)
Title: Vale with handle latch/lock
Inventor: JEROMSON JEFFERY T
IPC: H01H9/28
Filed: 1993-06-10
Abstract: A rotary valve (10) with a latching/locking operating handle assembly (14) includes a valve body (16) carrying a rotary valve element (24) having an outwardly extending valve stem (34). A main handle body (40) is joined to the stem (34) and provides guide grooves (46, 48) for cooperating first and second operating members (50, 56) connected by a cam assembly (60, 62, 62a) such that selective horizontal movement of the first operating member (50) produces vertical movement of the second operating member (56). A latch pin (58) carried by the second member (56) is thereby caused to move between engaged and disengaged positions with the valve body (16). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295077-A (GB)
Title: Supporting sound generating equipment
Inventor: DEAN PAUL MARTIN
IPC: G11B33/02
Filed: 1994-08-30
Abstract: In Fig. 2 a housing 4 means 2 for carrying the equipment and carrier support means 3. The carrier means is a shelf or shelves which may be made from a material which is energy absorbing. To prevent structure-borne acoustic energy transmission to the carrier shelf it does not contact the side 7 of the housing, there being a gap 8, the shelf being mounted on supports 3. Preferably, the carrier shelf may be fixed to the support means loosely and the housing panels may be formed loosely, for dissipation of structure-borne acoustic energy, but sufficiently tightly to maintain structural integrity. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294023-A (GB)
Title: Self-Loading Bale Trailer
Inventor: RHODES REGINALD PETER
IPC: A01D90/08
Filed: 1994-09-14
Abstract: A self-loading bale trailer has a wheeled chassis 1 with a hydraulic powered steering drawbar 10 which provides the trailer with the ability to leave the line of the tractor and follow on either side. This allows either bale loading arms 4A or 4B, which pivot on the front of the trailer body 2, to be lowered and collect a bale, whilst the trailer is in motion. The respective loading arm 4 is then lifted and the bale rolls down the length of the body 2 to the back door 7. This is repeated on both sides of the trailer until it is fully loaded. The bales are then delivered to their destination and the back door 7 is lowered to allow the bales to roll out. Preferably the loading arms have retractable spring-loaded fingers (11, Fig. 4) at their ends. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2283553-A (GB)
Title: Pipe lining apparatus
Inventor: PERKINS ALFRED G
IPC: F16L58/06
Filed: 1994-09-16
Abstract: In apparatus for lining a section of pipe with a cement mortar, after a wet cement mortar has been applied to a cleaned interior surface of a pipe, carbon dioxide is introduced into the freshly lined section of the pipe in such quantity that a crust of calcium carbonate will be formed on the interior surface of the wet cement mortar lining as the carbon dioxide reacts with calcium compounds of the wet cement mortar in a relatively short period of time. This crust is provided to protect the underlying mortar from scouring, while tolerating a low-velocity flow of water, until the normal hardening of the underlying mortar through hydration can take place so as to substantially reduce the out-of-service time of the section of pipe which is being lined. In order to provide a saturated carbon dioxide gas condition within the water main section for effective and rapid formation of the crust but with a minimum waste of carbon dioxide gas, the carbon dioxide gas pressure is regulated to maintain a positive pressure just slightly greater than atmospheric, bellows preferably provided to precisely indicate pressure.
Patent GB-2279665-A (GB)
Title: A method of sintering machinable ferrous-based materials
Inventor: PURNELL CHARLES GRANT
IPC: C22C33/02
Filed: 1993-02-24
Abstract: A method is described for the manufacture of a sintered ferrous-based material having improved machinability, the method comprised the steps of making a mixture of a ferrous-based powder, the mixture including a compound containing at least one metal from the group comprising manganese and the alkaline-earth series of metals; at least one sulphur donating material; pressing the powder mixture and sintering the pressed mixture so as to cause the formation by reaction during sintering of at least one stable metal sulphide within the sintered material. Materials and articles made by the method are also described. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2282467-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring catalytic converter operability
Inventor: TABE FERDINAND EYONG
IPC: G05B23/02
Filed: 1994-10-03
Abstract: In a system for monitoring the operability of the catalytic converter of an ic engine, the catalytic converter is judged to be faulty if the light-off time of the catalyst following a cold start exceeds a predetermined time (step 307). Light-off of the catalyst is determined by calculating the rate of change of temperature of the catalyst using temperature sensors (60, 70 in figure 1) located upstream and downstream of the catalytic converter. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2283548-A (GB)
Title: Device for terminating an automatic braking process in motor vehicles
Inventor: STEINER MANFRED
IPC: B60T13/72
Filed: 1994-11-01
Abstract: In a device for terminating an automatic braking process in motor vehicles, the relative movement between a pressure rod 11 of the brake system and a housing 13 can be detected by means of a switching element 14 rigidly connected to the pressure rod and including two control switches - a make contact (T1, Fig. 2) and a break contact (T2), which are actuated via a common switching cam 15. A switching process of the control switches (T1, T2) takes place by engagement between cam 15 and a stop 18 whenever the brake pedal is moved in the direction of its position of rest. If a switching process which corresponds to this relative movement takes place during an automatic braking process the said braking process is terminated. The automatic breaking process is triggered in response to actuation of the brake pedal. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295111-A (GB)
Title: Radiator spanner
Inventor: KITELEY JAMES DAVID
IPC: B25B15/00
Filed: 1994-11-18
Abstract: A tool for turning radiator valves comprises at least 1, 2 two bars of hexagonal section joined to define a cruciform shape. One end 5 of one bar 1 is shaped to define a first hexagon of a first imperial size and includes at its outer end a square section protrusion 6 whose side is of a second and different imperial size and an internal bore of a third imperial size less than the said first and second sizes. The other bar 2 is formed at one end 2a with a first hexagon of a first metric size and at its other end 2b with a second hexagon of a second metric size different to that of the first. One free end 2b of the bar 2 has a hexagonal socket 12 with an internal bore with a square protruding pin for operating an air release valve of a radiator. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2290115-A (GB)
Title: Road apparatus
Inventor: NAKATSU SENKICHI
IPC: F04B35/00
Filed: 1994-12-14
Abstract: Energy generated by a motor vehicle "a" which runs on a road surface "A" (see Fig. 2) is utilized by the apparatus which is made up of a plurality of beam members 1, piston cylinders 3, and an accumulator 14. The beam members 1 constitute the road surface "A" and are movable downwards against urging forces of springs 2. The piston cylinders 3 are disposed under each of the beam members 1 such that it can be moved downwards by the downward movement of each beam member 1 against the springs 2 when the motor vehicle "a" runs over them and can be moved upwards by the spring 2 when it has run over them. The air thus compressed in the piston cylinders 3 is sent to the accumulator 14 for utilizing it as a driving power source for generating electric power in a generator 17, etc. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2290410-A (GB)
Title: Device for catalytic combination of hydrogen and oxygen eg. produced during operation of storage batteries in an enclosed space
Inventor: BITTIHN RAINER
IPC: C01B5/00
Filed: 1995-06-14
Abstract: The device comprises activated carbon (2) carrying a catalytically active metal, the activated carbon being in a pouch of perforate material of good thermal conductivity eg. a metal, preferably aluminium. The pouch preferably comprises two sheets (3, 4), one (3) larger than the other (4), edges of the larger sheet being crimped around edges of the smaller sheet to form the pouch. A large number of devices according to the invention may be mounted between grooved aluminium rails. The pouch provides the catalyst mat with mechanical protection, ensures uniform distribution of hydrogen, limits catalyst activity in the event of oversupply of gas and prevents local overheating. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2296630-A (GB)
Title: Registering abbreviated dialing numbers
Inventor: HONDA TOSHIO
IPC: H04M1/2757
Filed: 1995-12-22
Abstract: Each mobile terminal as well as the base station are provided with a registration memory for storing abbreviated dialing data. This data comprises at least one pair of an abbreviated number and an identification number corresponding to the abbreviated number. The abbreviated dialing data is stored into the registration memory of a first mobile terminal by the user operating a keypad. The stored abbreviated dialing data is transferred from the first mobile terminal to the base station. When a second mobile terminal requests the abbreviated dialing data stored in the base station, the base station transmits the abbreviated dialing data to the second mobile terminal. Use is envisaged in personal handy phone (PHS) systems wherein a mobile terminal will be able to use its own abbreviated dialling numbers even when it is located within the area of a base station other than its home station. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2315132-A (GB)
Title: Limiting engine torque during fault in automatic transmission.
Inventor: GRANGE JEAN-PAUL
IPC: F16H61/12
Filed: 1996-07-06
Abstract: A method of controlling the output torque from an engine 12 in a motor vehicle having an automatic transmission 14, an engine control module 26 controlling the operation of the engine, and a transmission control module 22 controlling the operation of the automatic transmission, the method comprising the steps of generating a signal 'OK' in the transmission control module at predetermined intervals indicating that the transmission control module is operating correctly; sending the signal from the transmission control module to the engine control module; monitoring the signal from the transmission control module by the engine control module; and preventing the maximum output torque from the engine from exceeding a predetermined level when the signal is not received by the engine control module. Reduces risk of excessive engine torque damaging the transmission.
Patent GB-2316199-A (GB)
Title: Retail trading apparatus
Inventor: MCKENNA LIAM
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 1996-08-06
Abstract: A retail trading apparatus (1) has a central host (2) which performs real-time retail data capture to a central database. The host (2) is connected to peripherals including time recorders (15), credit card authorisation devices (16), point-of-sale systems (17), internal terminals (18), fax devices (19) and modems (20) for communication with external users. The host (2) recognises all peripherals as being equal in terms of basic data dissemination. Microcomputer networks (31-33) emulate slave terminals to retrieve data and carry out any appropriate off-line processing.
Patent GB-2318522-A (GB)
Title: Attachment for a baby's bottle
Inventor: REILLY-DUNBAR LINDA-JANE
IPC: A63H3/00
Filed: 1996-10-03
Abstract: A mobile luminous device - mother's aid for a baby's bottle comprising a mobile luminous visual lamp 2. The mobile luminous visual lamp 2 includes means for providing a light (18). The mobile luminous visual lamp further comprises a motion sensor (19), a battery (20), a motor (16), a fixed spindle (17) and a screw neck 3 (14, FIG 7). The mobile luminous visual lamp 2 is connected to the baby's bottle by means of a coupling 4, a flexible coiled spring 6 and a c.clip 8. Consequently once the mobile luminous device is fitted to the baby's bottle, and the motor (16) put into operation, the mobile luminous visual lamp 2 will rotate causing the motion sensor (19) to trigger the light (18), simultaneously the flexible coiled spring 6 will move. Thus, providing combined duel moving luminous visual stimulation to a baby during feeding.
Patent GB-2310448-A (GB)
Title: Window or door screen
Inventor: LEER ELIZABETH NERYS
IPC: E06B9/52
Filed: 1997-02-18
Abstract: A frame member 1 for the mounting of a flexible sheet especially a reticulate insect screen, comprises two webs joined at a hinge line HH. The frame members can be folded between an open position, and a closed position where the webs grip and hold taut the flexible sheet. As shown, the webs lock together through cooperating elongate protrusions 4 and channels 3 on the inside faces of the two webs. A strip of hook and pile material 5 is applied to the inside of one of the webs. This cooperates with a complementing material about the peripheral edge of the flexible sheet. The flexible sheet can be quickly positioned using the hook and pile material before being drawn taut and secured, by 'snapping' shut the frame members. The frame members can be mounted to the periphery of an aperture by double sided tape 6 on the outside of one of the webs. The frame members can easily be opened to release the sheet, so it can be stored or changed for example, from reticulate material to a flexible glazing sheet.