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Patent GB-2359501-A (GB)
Title: Backing sheet for lithographic printing plates
Inventor: NAKAYAMA TAKAO
IPC: B41F27/14
Filed: 2000-08-09
Abstract: A backing sheet is disclosed for insertion between a plate cylinder 18 and a lithographic printing plate 30, at least one surface of which comprises a non metallic material. The sheet has small projections 32 on at least one face, which frictionally retain the printing plate on the roller. The projections are composed of at least two sets of particles, one set having an average size at least twice the average size of the other. The area of coverage of the larger particles ranges from 0.1% to 4% of the sheet area. The particles may be small polymer or glass beads, diamond grit, alumina or silicon carbide and may be applied to the sheet as a dispersion in a binder, or pressed / electrodeposited onto a preformed binder film. The sheets are attached to the roller by a suitable adhesive elastomeric layer 33 and release sheet 36.
Patent GB-2357511-A (GB)
Title: Organic anti-reflective coating polymer and preparation thereof
Inventor: HONG SUNG-EUN
IPC: C08F2/14
Filed: 2000-12-22
Abstract: The present invention provides a polymer that can be used as an anti-reflective coating (ARC) polymer, an ARC composition comprising the same, methods for producing the same, and methods for using the same. The polymer of the present invention is particularly useful in a submicrolithographic process, for example, using KrF (248 nm), ArE (193 nm), or F<SB>2</SB> (157 nm) laser as a light source. The polymer of the present invention comprises a chromophore that is capable of absorbing light at the wavelengths used in a submicrolithographic process. Thus, the ARC of the present invention significantly reduces or prevents back reflection of light and the problem of the CD alteration caused by the diffracted and/or reflected light. The ARC of the present invention also significantly reduces or eliminates the standing wave effect and reflective notching. Therefore, the polymer of the present invention can be used to produce a stable ultrafine pattern that is suitable in manufacturing of 64M, 256M, 1G, 4G and 16G DRAM semiconductor devices. Moreover, the ARC of the present invention significantly improves the production yield of such semiconductor devices. The polymer is of the formula: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=62 WI=76 LX=782 LY=1629 TI=CF> <PC>wherein<BR> ```R<SB>a</SB> and R<SB>b</SB> are independently hydrogen or alkyl;<BR> ```R<SB>1</SB> to R<SB>9</SB> are independently hydrogen, hydroxy, alkoxycarbonyl, carboxyl, hydroxyalkyl, or optionally substituted C<SB>1</SB>-C<SB>5</SB> alkyl or alkoxyalkyl w and x are mole fractions, each of which is independently in the range of from 0.01 to 0.99; and n is an integer of 1 to 4.
Patent GB-2364172-A (GB)
Title: Flip Chip Bonding Arrangement
Inventor: HUMPSTON GILES
IPC: H01L23/485
Filed: 2001-01-26
Abstract: A flip-chip bonding arrangement for use with for example, a GaAs monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) 42, or an opto-electronic device, has one or more metal under-bump portions 44 attached to a first substrate 40. Corresponding bump portions 52 of an interconnecting metal are attached to the surface of the under bump portions 44 remote from the first substrate. The arrangement is characterised in that the sides of the under-bump portions are non-wettable by the interconnecting metal, and the height of the under-bump portion substantially determines the overall separation between the first and a second substrates when the two are bonded. The under bump portions 44 may be made from nickel or copper, and have a height of at least 10 žm, and of at most 100 žm. A method of providing a flip-chip bonding arrangement uses a seed layer, photoresist, under bumps and bumps formed in openings in the photoresist (Figures 5a-5g). A further method of bonding two substrates uses a plurality of solder bumps and contact means. A thin layer of gold is deposited on the solder bumps. Without the application of a flux, the temperature of the solder-bumps is raised so that a solder connection is made between the bumps and the contact means.
Patent GB-2362024-A (GB)
Title: Media handling device having replaceable modules.
Inventor: WHITE JOSEPH M
IPC: G11B33/12
Filed: 2001-01-29
Abstract: A media exchanging device (100) having a removable media handling device (200) is disclosed herein. The media exchanging device (100) may comprise a plurality of library modules (122, 124), a first module (120), a media handling device (200), and an error detector. The first module (120) is located adjacent the library modules (122, 124) and is removable from the library modules (122, 124). The media handling device (200) is movable between the library modules (122, 124) and the first module (120). The error detector is operatively associated with the media handling device (200). The error detector has a first state and a second state, wherein the error detector is in the first state when no errors are detected in the media handling device (200) by the error detector, and wherein the error detector is in the second state when an error is detected in the media handling device (200) by the error detector. The media handling device (200) is adapted to move to the first module (120) when the error detector is in the second state. An operator then may replace the removable module (120), which in turn replaces the media handling device (200), without disassembling the media exchanging device (100).
Patent GB-2377772-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for operating a financial instrument
Inventor: LAYCOCK MARK
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2001-03-14
Abstract: A company issues an instrument including a claim upon its assets whose priority in the event of bankruptcy or liquidation varies as a result of one or more specified qualifying events which may be experienced by the company. The claim takes the form of a security which in its initial form is a bond or some other instrument evidencing debt. Following the occurrence of one of the specified events the claim is transformed into a claim upon the company which has a lower level of seniority in the event of bankruptcy or liquidation than the original form of the claim, for example an equity instrument.
Patent GB-2365879-A (GB)
Title: Ventilation of water closets
Inventor: TOWNSEND CHRISTOPHER THOMAS
IPC: E03D9/05
Filed: 2001-06-12
Abstract: A syphon unit (10) for a lavatory cistern comprises a syphon bell containing a piston and valve assembly (12), a flushing water delivery pipe (14) in communication with the syphon bell, and a conduit (15) communicating with the water delivery pipe through which conduit air can be drawn. Suitably, the conduit is located within the delivery pipe, or is formed as an envelope (20) surrounding or substantially surrounding the delivery pipe (21), or passes along the exterior of the delivery pipe. Preferably, the inlet end of the conduit is located at or near the lower end of the delivery pipe. More preferably, a cover is disposed at the upper end of the syphon bell and delivery pipe to define a connecting chamber therebetween, is adapted to support the conduit, said cover and conduit being formed as a unit.
Patent GB-2380164-A (GB)
Title: Circle scribing and marking tool
Inventor: HOLE WILLIAM
IPC: B43L9/00
Filed: 2001-07-06
Abstract: The tool consists of a scribing plate 1 to which is attached body 2 by a locking mechanism 9 which is tightened by the wingnut 3 on to the threaded bolt (14, FIG 5). The body 2 has two pencil holders for scribing 4, a pencil sharpener 8, a level bubble 7, two 45 degree angles 10, and a channel (13, FIG 3) to allow the body 2 to be located at 90 degrees to the scribing plate 1. The scribing plate has a ruler 6 for accurate measurements, a locating hole 5 for drawing circles and parallel lines, and a rebated groove (15, FIG 5) which guides the locking mechanism.
Patent GB-2377582-A (GB)
Title: Entry communication system pre-programmed to call a remote landline/mobile telephone
Inventor: HUNTER DENIS
IPC: H04M1/2749
Filed: 2001-07-06
Abstract: This disclosure relates to a programmable mobile phone 10 mounted either on the interior of a front door or in an adjacent or nearby position within the premises. A microphone and speaker unit 11 connected to the phone is mounted on the exterior of the door/ adjacent surface of the building. The phone is pre-programmed to call, when activated, a number which may be another landline connected telephone placed at a remote location or a mobile telephone 12 as required. The microphone speaker unit includes a bell push button 13 which activates the phone 10 to call the pre-programmed number. Should the occupant be out or not available, a message service on a secondary phone can be set to advise the caller via the door phone of the likely return of the householder.
Patent GB-2377835-A (GB)
Title: A low-harmonic amplitude-keyed RF oscillator that operates stably at low supply voltages
Inventor: KAO ERIC
IPC: H03C1/62
Filed: 2001-07-19
Abstract: An RF transmitter comprises a single-transistor oscillator with a resonator 211 in the base circuit and two feedback circuits. The resonant output matching circuit L12,C16,C17 for matching to the antenna L13 reduces the production of harmonics. A first oscillation feedback circuit comprises C14, C15 and L11. A second oscillation feedback circuit C12,C13 ensures that oscillation occurs even at low supply voltages. A series inductor may be used in the output matching circuit (L24, figure 4) to reduce frequency drift caused by stray capacitance at the antenna port.
Patent GB-2378642-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle waxing and buffing appliance with detachable additional handle[s]
Inventor: HUNG MICHAEL
IPC: B25F5/02
Filed: 2001-08-16
Abstract: A vehicle waxing and buffing appliance 1 has a housing 11 which is provided with an integral rear handle 13. In order to facilitate ease of handling for different users, it is also provided with a pair of adaptors 14 one on either side of the housing, on which can be removably mounted at least one other handle 2. In the embodiment there are two extra handles and the adaptor is a built in threaded nut 14 and the handles have a corresponding threaded stud 21.
Patent GB-2379439-A (GB)
Title: Bottle stopper for vacuumization and pressure indicating
Inventor: WONG CHUNG LUN
IPC: C10M129/32
Filed: 2001-11-19
Abstract: A stopper 10 for use in the neck (fig 5, 20) of a bottle having a vacuum comprises an outer body 12 with a cylindrical sleeve portion 14 having an outer surface 26 for forming an air and fluid tight seal with the bottle neck (20), and defining an axial bore (fig 2, 36). A resilient lower flange 18 extends radially inward from the interior surface to an axial aperture 38 having a sealing surface (fig 2, 40). A valve actuator 70 with an upper operator portion (fig 4, 72), connected to a lower valve body portion 74 by a longitudinally extending shaft portion 76 includes an indicator 88. The valve body portion 74 is sealingly engageable with the sealing surface (40) of the aperture 38. A substantially rigid inner body 42 with a sleeve portion 44 disposed within the bore (36). The sealing surface of the aperture 38 and the valve body portion may have complimentary conical shapes, and the upper flange portion (16) of the outer body 12 may have an inner surface defining circumferential groove (fig 2, 68). The vacuum in the bottle acts to deflect the lower flange 18, the extent of such deflection controlling the position of the indicator 88, such that it is visible above the outer body 12 when the vacuum is less than a predetermined value.
Patent GB-2371042-A (GB)
Title: Closure assembly for an open cereal carton
Inventor: SIDI CHARLES LEE
IPC: B65D81/36
Filed: 2001-12-03
Abstract: An apparatus for closing an opening in a container 12 comprises a body 1, adapted to close the opening in the container, and defining an aperture 5 that allows material to pass out of and/or into the container, which is closed by a lid 6. The apparatus may further comprise means 4 for effecting a seal between the body and the container and the body may define a cavity for receiving at least part of the container, the cavity being defined at least in part by an outer peripheral wall 3 of the body. A second, inner wall 4 may extend inside generally parallel to and spaced apart from the outer wall to define a channel for receiving a part of the container. There may be a clip 10 to improve the friction fit between the container and the body and the body may be provided with a handle 16. The lid 7 may be slidably mounted on the body, and may include means 11, 12, 13, for generating a sound when the lid is moved from a closed position, and a decorative fitting may be mounted (fig 3). These may also be means provided that are biased so as to hold the lid open when the contents of the container are being poured out through the aperture. The apparatus is particularly suited for use with breakfast cereal containers of the conventional type with flaps 13 provided at one end. The apparatus may be adjustable to enable it to be used with different sized containers, a plurality of spaced apart fingers 15 may depend from at least part of the periphery of the aperture, and means may be provided for releasably mounting a container (fig 5, 27) of moisture absorbent material.
Patent GB-2383241-A (GB)
Title: Determination of a trust value of a digital certificate
Inventor: CASASSA MONT MARCO
IPC: G06F21/64
Filed: 2002-02-13
Abstract: The present invention provides a digital certificate (2, 32) comprising a plurality of credential attribute properties (6, 36), and a trust function (8, 42) embedded within the certificate as an executable file, which trust function can determine as a function of data (12, 44) available to it a trust value (14, 46) attributable to at least a part of the certificate at least partly by execution of the executable file. A corresponding method of communication is also disclosed. The credential attribute property may, for example, be a credit limit, the value of which a verifier may not wish to attest to at the same level for the full period of the certificate, enabling a recipient to assess the degree of trustworthiness or trust value of the certificate, or part thereof.
Patent GB-2386244-A (GB)
Title: Method of digital recording
Inventor: BURDA PETER
IPC: H04N5/00
Filed: 2002-03-07
Abstract: A digital television receiver in the form of a set-top box includes a hard disk drive for storing a dynamic view buffer (34). Content from a live feed (40) is continuously stored in the buffer. The buffer can then be accessed at different points, thus allowing playback to be time-shifted. A cropping operation, whereby content is removed from the beginning (37) of the buffet is used to keep the size of the buffer in check. Cropped data can be used to create new record files.
Patent GB-2379530-A (GB)
Title: Handling production data
Inventor: CHIU HUNG-LIANG
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2002-04-26
Abstract: A server system 100 for providing an online multidimensional production data report, allows a production manager to view production-related data, including procurement data, purchase order data, stock data, shipment data etc. in a multidimensional format via a network system, such as the Internet 10. The arrangement uses an SQL (Structured Query Language) server 120 and OLAP (On-Line Analytical Processing) service to process production data in a multidimensional format to create a multi-dimensional production data report, and a Web server 130 for online access to the multidimensional production data report. This allows a production manager to gain access to the multidimensional production data report by using an Internet-connected computer unit to link to the Web server, and multidimensionally view and analyze the production data via Internet using a spreadsheet program or a Web browser program.
Patent GB-2399248-A (GB)
Title: Projection of supplementary image data onto a studio set
Inventor: LALIOTI VALI
IPC: H04N5/222
Filed: 2003-03-07
Abstract: Apparatus for tracking the position of one or more selected objects, having identifiable patterns, and selectively projecting a visual cue onto one or more of the objects. The apparatus preferably comprises an integrated unit, and does not require a complex set-up and calibration process. The image projected onto the objects may be controlled and adapted to have a desired appearance on the object. A scene containing the patterns may be filmed, and the resulting video sequence processed to key out the patterns, which can be replaced with alternative image data. Interaction of objects can be monitored and events in the production video sequence can be triggered according to certain types of interaction. The apparatus allows for direct viewing of a potential scene in virtual reality studios, which would otherwise only be accessible (to directors etc) after subsequent image processing.
Patent GB-2385476-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to signal mixers
Inventor: SIDDALL WILLIAM MARK
IPC: H03D7/14
Filed: 2001-11-09
Abstract: The present invention relates to a double balanced diode mixer in which an output transformer (22) is replaced by an equivalent circuit (50) which approximates the functionality of the output transformer (21). The circuit includes a LCR network (50) which receives a mixed differential input signal from a diode mixer (21) and generates a single ended output signal and further implements a diplexer which terminates the RF input signal.
Patent GB-2402396-A (GB)
Title: Hard surface cleaning compositions containing soaps
Inventor: FENG JAMES CHI-CHENG
IPC: C11D1/72
Filed: 2003-06-07
Abstract: Aqueous hard surface cleaning compositions based on Marseilles soaps further comprise a surfactant constituent, desirably an anionic surfactant, a nonionic surfactant or mixtures thereof, a source of potassium ions and optionally one or more of: an organic solvent constituent, especially one or more glycol ethers, a preservative constituent, and one or more further constituents which are directed to improving the aesthetic or functional features of the inventive compositions. The compositions demonstrate excellent storage stability at elevated temperatures, at room temperature and following successive freeze-thaw cycles.
Patent GB-2403008-A (GB)
Title: A method of locating and aiding a pedestrian
Inventor: MOORE DANIEL LAWDEN
IPC: G08G1/0969
Filed: 2003-06-18
Abstract: A method of providing real-time location information via a mobile device to a traveller is described. The real-time information indicates the traveller's progress along a predetermined route and is calculated according to an approximation of the traveller's speed without the need for external position sensors, such as GPS, or cellphone triangulation techniques. The speed approximation is adjusted according to position feedback information provided manually by the traveller, and the traveller's progress is shown on the display of a mobile device. The method may also be used for co-operative tracking of the traveller, for security or recreational purposes. The mobile device may be a mobile phone 7.
Patent GB-2392212-A (GB)
Title: Automotive fuel pump impeller with staggered vanes
Inventor: YU DEQUAN
IPC: F04D29/18
Filed: 2003-07-04
Abstract: An impeller for a fuel pump includes an impeller body having a disk shape with opposing first and second faces and an outer circumference. A plurality of vanes extend radially outward from the outer circumference of the impeller body. Each of the vanes includes a first half extending from the outer circumference adjacent the first face and a second half extending from the outer circumference adjacent the second face. The second halves are rotationally shifted about the rotational axis of the impeller relative to the first halves and are spaced un-evenly and in a non-repeating pattern about the outer circumference of the impeller body. An outer ring may be provided that is attached to the outer ends of the vanes, the number of which may be a prime number. A second portion of the vanes may be of lower radial height than a first portion.
Patent GB-2404250-A (GB)
Title: Vehicular obstacle detection system with ultrasonic sensors connected to firing sequence controller through data bus
Inventor: LI SHIH-HSIUNG
IPC: G01S15/931
Filed: 2003-07-25
Abstract: A synchronisation and alarm control unit 30 in an obstacle detection system uses a time slicing function to control the firing sequence of sensors 10 provided around the perimeter of a long vehicle (eg trailer truck). The sensors 10 each include an ultrasonic transducer, a microprocessor and a memory, and each sensor 10 is connected to the control unit 30 via a data bus 20. The control unit 30 synchronises the operation of the sensors 10 by means of a time slicing function such that adjacent sensors operate at slightly different times to prevent false signal detection caused by mutual interference.
Patent GB-2392954-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine exhaust silencer for portable power tool
Inventor: WIRTZ ROBERT B
IPC: F01N1/00
Filed: 2003-07-31
Abstract: An exhaust silencer for an engine in a handheld, portable power tool such as a motor-driven chain saw, a disc grinder or similar, has silencer housing 2 enclosing at least one damping chamber 5. The silencer housing 2 has an inlet 3 for exhaust gases from the motor and an outlet 4. In order improve the noise-absorbing properties of the exhaust silencer 1, it has a resonator chamber 6 sealed off from the damping chamber 5 so as to be substantially fluid-tight. A resonance pipe 7 carrying exhaust gas runs through the resonator chamber 6, an acoustic link existing between the resonance pipe 7 and the resonator chamber 6. The acoustic link may be provided in the form of orifices 8 in the resonance pipe 7, for example.
Patent GB-2392815-A (GB)
Title: Animal feed
Inventor: GEACH MARK
IPC: A23K1/16
Filed: 2003-08-14
Abstract: An additive for animal feed comprises one or more carotenoids, and one or more of the following substances: vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fats or polysaccharides, wherein the composition is in the liquid state, preferably with an aqueous diluent. The carotenoid may be omitted. The Examples describe compositions comprising various vitamins, propylene glycol, phosphoric acid and an emulsifying agent, the compositions being diluted in water.
Patent GB-2395036-A (GB)
Title: Trading interface using keyboard
Inventor: LUTNICK HOWARD W
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: A trading interface uses a keyboard that has keys associated with a benchmark issue and non-benchmark issue. The keyboard allows the trader to switch between multiple issues in a quad. Using the keyboard, the trader may also be provided with price improvement and direct dealing functionality. The trading application may simultaneously display a DD ticker along with the trading quadrant that provides the trader with the progression of the direct dealings of the selected issue.
Patent GB-2408040-A (GB)
Title: Container fitment closures
Inventor: MCGEOUGH PETER MICHAEL
IPC: B65D5/74
Filed: 2003-11-14
Abstract: A fitment preferably for a carton has a base flange (4) and a pour spout (6) closed by a screw on overcap (8). The base flange (4) has a barrier foil (30) coated on both sides with a plastic layer embedded in a sacrificial receiving wall (32) surrounding the periphery of the base flange (4). Alternatively, the foil may be wrapped over the base flange (4) to extend onto the opposite surface of the flange surrounding the spout. Contact between the edge of the foil and the carton contents is thereby prevented. The fitment may alternatively be applied to a bottle, a coated can or can lid or a thermoformed container. The foil is of coated aluminium.