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Patent GB-2270925-A (GB)
Title: Method for fractionating a fat composition
Inventor: ALEX TONY
IPC: C11B7/00
Filed: 1993-07-20
Abstract: A method for fractionating a fat composition, such as butter, containing fatty glycerides into fractions. The method comprises heating the fat composition to liquify all of the fatty glycerides and then very rapidly cooling the liquid, to obtain filterable crystals of the fatty glycerides. By choice of the cooling rate and temperature to which the liquid is cooled, the nature of the fatty glycerides that form crystals can be adjusted, and to control the nature of both filtrate and concentrate.   Additionally, a method for treating fat compositions to produce fat having a lower bacterial content than the initial compositions is provided by subjecting the liquified composition, to dynamic filtration through a microporous filter having pore size sufficient to reduce the bacterial content of the composition flowing therethrough, to yield a filtrate of lower bacterial content than the initial raw fat composition and a concentrate of higher bacterial content than the initial fat composition.
Patent GB-2277511-A (GB)
Title: Case for carrying a sweet having a stick
Inventor: FONTLLADOSA ENRIQUE BERNAT
IPC: A23G3/50
Filed: 1993-08-11
Abstract: A sweet carrying case comprises two substantially hemispherical halves 1, 2 which are pressure coupled together to enclose a sweet having a stick. The hemispherical parts 1, 2 are articulated at one end and when coupled form an orifice 9, 10 diametrically opposite the articulation 5 for the stick 11. The parts 1, 2 have a face moulded thereon and the articulation elements form an orifice for a cord 7 which may be placed around a child's neck. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2281931-A (GB)
Title: Edge sealing strip
Inventor: ATKINSON ALAN WILLIAM
IPC: E06B5/16
Filed: 1993-09-16
Abstract: An edge sealing strip, eg for gaps around fire doors, comprises an elongated member (16) made of springy material. The member (16) is held in a deformed condition thereby by an adhesive material (18). At a selected temperature, the adhesive material releases the member to spring out of its deformed condition towards an undeformed condition thereof so that it can seal a gap. Figs. 7 and 8 illustrate a strip which when deformed compresses a row of coil springs which are embedded in the adhesive. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2272155-A (GB)
Title: Piperazine derivatives for treatment of cognitive disorders
Inventor: CLIFFE IAN ANTHONY
IPC: A61K31/495
Filed: 1993-10-21
Abstract: Piperazine derivatives of formula   <IMAGE> are useful in the treatment of cognitive disorders. In formula I X is a group of  -(CH2)nCR<2>R<3>. @@CONR<4>R<5> (IIa) or -A-NR<6>COR<7> (IIb) where n, A, R, R<1>, R<2>, R<3>, R<4>, R<5>, R<6> and R<7> have specified meanings.
Patent GB-2285306-A (GB)
Title: Refrigerated container
Inventor: OATTES JAMES RODERICK
IPC: F25D11/00
Filed: 1993-12-18
Abstract: A refrigerated container for products, such as canned drinks, for point-of-sale use comprises an outer housing (2) and a vessel (4) in the form of a thermoplastics moulding for holding the products. A refrigerated cooling cool (42) is wound around the vessel for cooling the vessel. A mat (8) forming a freezable heat storage means is wound around the cooling coil to act as a cold-reservoir. The vessel is closed by a double-skinned insulated transparent lid (14). The arrangement of the freezable heat storage means and the cooling coil allows good heat transfer and fast cooling times. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-937529-A (GB)
IPC: F02M37/10
Abstract: 937,529. Carrying conductors through partitions. ACF INDUSTRIES Inc. Feb. 5, 1962, No. 4282/62. Class 36. [Also in Groups I, XXV, XXVI and XXXV] The lead 157 of the motor of an electric fuel pump for a vehicle (see Group XXVI) passes through a seal comprising a sheet metal retainer 167 riveted in a hole 159 in the top of the motor housing 33, a fuel resistant washer 165 of, for example, rubber, and a metal washer 171.
Patent GB-2274255-A (GB)
Title: Thin cementitous surface coatings
Inventor: DAVIES DEREK
IPC: B28B11/04
Filed: 1994-01-12
Abstract: A thin durable decorative coating is applied to a concrete substrate such as a floor by applying a 0.1 mm coating of runny cement-plus-fines (water:cement = 1:1) to the substrate. Capillary suction by the substrate very rapidly dewaters the coating, which is compacted by atmospheric pressure and matures to form an inseparable coating on the substrate. The fines may include colourings, mica or other additives to enhance the final appearance. A method of applying a cement grout comprises adding a cement/excess water mixture to a surface and dewatering by placing dry concrete on top of the grout.
Patent GB-2286567-A (GB)
Title: Motorised drive unit for fitting to a trolley
Inventor: DWYER PATRICK STEPHEN MICHAEL
IPC: B62B3/14
Filed: 1994-02-05
Abstract: The drive unit, consisting of a motor, battery and control circuitry, is fitted to the trolley in addition to its existing running wheels to assist users who are handicapped, elderly or infirm. The motor is started by a push-button which may have a delayed action to avoid startling the user. The trolley stops as soon as the push-button is released. The unit is small, self-contained and lightweight and may be fitted to trollies eg for use in shopping, for luggage, at railway stations, at airports or in kitchens. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-940244-A (GB)
IPC: C08C19/06
Abstract: 940,244. Epoxide resins. CIBA (A.R.L.) Ltd. Jan. 10, 1962 [Jan. 26, 1961], No. 3155/61. Heading C3P. An unsaturated polymer of a butadiene of formula CH 2 =CR 1 -CR 2 =CH 2  where R 1  and R 2  are hydrogen or chlorine atoms or methyl groups is reacted with phenol or an alkyl substituted phenol which is unsubstituted in at least one of the positions ortho or para to the phenolic hydroxy group in the presence of aluminium phenates, or acid or Lewis acid catalysts to produce polyphenols which are then reacted with epichlorohydrin or with glycerol dichlorohydrin in the presence of alkali to form epoxide resins which are the glycidyl ethers of polyphenols.
Patent GB-2278749-A (GB)
Title: Ranging sensor system for vehicle
Inventor: AKUZAWA KENJI
IPC: G01S17/931
Filed: 1994-05-12
Abstract: A ranging sensor system for a vehicle for calculating physical data, for example distance, between a subject vehicle and an object on the basis of the time between the transmission of a signal toward the object and the reception of a signal reflected from the object, wherein first obtained detection data (A) after a period of absence of data is set as an offset-value (0<-1>) in an offset value setting circuit (33). The offset value (0<-1>) is subtracted from the subsequent detection data (A) in a subtractor (34), and an output (C) from the subtractor (34) is filtered in a filter circuit (35). The offset value (0<-1>) is added to an output (D) from the filter circuit (35) in an adder (36) to provide physical data (E) after the filtering. Thus, it is possible to eliminate errors included in the detection data (A), while ensuring responsiveness and stability. Because the filtering commences on a zero level signal, delay in the filtered output is minimal. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278585-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle immobilisation device
Inventor: WHEELER KEVIN PEARCE
IPC: B60R25/09
Filed: 1994-05-23
Abstract: An anti-theft immobilisation device comprises a bar 10 which is attached to a wheel via at least two special grooved nuts, bolts or studs 14. The bar extends beyond the circumference of the wheel and prevents rotation of the wheel. Two tubular members 11 mounted towards the end of the bar each contain a shaped orifice 13 preferably keyholed. The orifices engage with the grooved nuts, bolts or studs. A locking device 17, 18, 19 prevents the disengagement of the shaped orifice from the grooved nuts, bolts or studs. Thus the bar is securely locked to a wheel of a vehicle immobilising such a vehicle. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279681-A (GB)
Title: Reflective road stud
Inventor: MYERS FRANK
IPC: E01F9/06
Filed: 1994-06-16
Abstract: A reflective road stud is generally rectangular in plan view, having a generally flat top surface (6) and a generally flat bottom surface (8) larger than the top surface, inclined faces (10) extending between the top and base surfaces. The inclined faces on the longer sides of the stud are provided with reflective members in conventional manner, and provided on the side faces of shorter dimension, recesses (18) are provided to enable an operator to grip the stud easily between thumb and forefinger and place it against the ground when the stud is to be adhesively secured to a road surface. Preferably the stud is provided with formations to enable an operator to determine the orientation of the stud, in poor visibility. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294720-A (GB)
Title: A transponder key holder
Inventor: JANSON NIGEL
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 1994-09-20
Abstract: A transponder key holder 18 for use by socurity systems in which a key transponder 15 is provided with a stored electronically readable code that can be detected upon approach or insertion of the key to a lock. The key holder provides a means by which the coded information is protected from unauthorised code reading by way of an electromagnetic shield as part of the key body and holder and by a second transponder 21 that serves to interfere with the electromagnetic field of the primary transponder 15 and thereby greatly reduces unauthorised code reading. In addition the key holder can be moved to a normal usable position (fig 3) whereby the electromagnetic shield and second transponder are displaced from the primary transponder to allow the code to be clearly read by an authorised code reader. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2282342-A (GB)
Title: Can compacter
Inventor: SHANAHAN JOHN
IPC: B30B9/32
Filed: 1994-09-29
Abstract: A device 10 for compacting a can 60 or the like comprises a means for supporting a side of the can 60, and compacting means 30 movable for engaging an opposing face of the can 60 and compacting it towards an impact wall 21, The compacting means 30 comprises a substantially flat part 31 and an arm 35. In a first step, the can 60 is partially compacted by the arm 35. In a second step, the can 60 is further compacted by the substantially flat part 31 to a substantially flat state. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294091-A (GB)
Title: I.c.engine oil cooler,coolant pump and filter assembly
Inventor: PATEMAN RICHARD
IPC: F01M5/00
Filed: 1994-10-14
Abstract: The housing 18 to be bolted to the engine cylinder block contains an oil cooler element 20 which projects into a block recess. The projecting portion may be located within a cover (18b, Fig. 2) clamped between the housing 18 and the block or the recess may form part of the engine coolant jacket. A plate 30 forming part of the coolant pump 16, the pump inlet 32 and a filter canister support 44 are integrated with the housing 18. Coolant discharged by the pump 16 flows over the element to an outlet 38 in the block and oil flows into the element through an inlet 38, 40 and exits to the support 44.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2288183-A (GB)
Title: Oil in water siloxane emulsion
Inventor: RICCIO DONNA ANN
IPC: A61K8/898
Filed: 1995-03-10
Abstract: A microemulsion composition comprising:   (a) a microemulsifiable silicone such as an amino-functional siloxane;   (b) a volatile silicone such as a cyclic siloxane;   (c) a surfactant; and   (d) water.   The composition is used in personal care products such as shampoos.
Patent GB-2287450-A (GB)
Title: Tipping container constructions
Inventor: HALL DANIEL JOHN
IPC: B60P1/06
Filed: 1995-03-16
Abstract: A container 10 for use in the transportation of goods is mounted or mountable on a load carrying vehicle 12. The container 10 includes a floor 18 and a pair of opposed side walls 20, 22 supported for displacement about a pivotal axis adjacent its upper edge. The side wall 20 is hingedly connected adjacent its lower edge to the floor 18. The container 10 includes displacement means 16 for displacing the floor 18 and the side walls 20, 22 between a goods storing rest position and a discharge position. In addition, the container 10 includes friction reducing floor support means in the form of rollers supporting the floor 18 to facilitate displacement thereof between its rest and discharge positions. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2300651-A (GB)
Title: Workpiece pick-up device
Inventor: TOUT NIGEL ROGER
IPC: D05B33/00
Filed: 1995-05-09
Abstract: A pick-up device for use in association with an automatic sewing machine has a perforated surface which acts as a suction pad for adhesion to a flat workpiece, the perforated surface including at least two respectively different perforation configurations. A first tack area (102) of the perforated surface has a relatively close perforation configuration to ensure a resilient and strong adhesion of the workpiece and is surrounded by a support perforated area (104) of less closely spaced perforations and so less adhesion strength. The invention avoids the possibility of more than one workpiece being picked up at the same time.
Patent GB-2296437-A (GB)
Title: Absorbent product
Inventor: HANSSON ROY
IPC: A61F13/472
Filed: 1995-12-06
Abstract: The product, which may be a sanitary napkin, diaper or incontinence pad, comprises an absorbent body 3 enclosed between liquid-permeable and liquid-impermeable covering layers 1, 2, a layer 6 of such body having a through slit 14 or an elongated opening therein as a bend indication. A surface 13 of this layer is joined with the adjacent material layer 2 within the region immediately surrounding, and on both sides of, the slit 14 while the opposite surface 11 is not joined to the layer adjacent thereto. When the product is compressed perpendicularly to the bend indication, bonding is forced to take place away from the unjoined side. The slit may extend for about 3/4 of the length of the product with the joining region extending along the whole length of the slit. The absorbent body may comprise two absorbent layers 5, 6. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2308421-A (GB)
Title: Gas spring temperature compensation
Inventor: PERRIN ETIENNE
IPC: F16F9/52
Filed: 1995-12-21
Abstract: A gas spring comprises a cylinder (10) in which a piston (22) is sealingly slidable, dividing the cylinder into two gas-filled chambers (28,30). The piston carries a piston rod (16) for producing an external operating force in response to the pressure of the gas which tends to drive the piston (22) and its piston rod (16) in a direction outwardly of the cylinder (10). The piston (22) carries a sealing ring (26) which shifts bodily within an annular groove (24) according to the direction of movement of the piston and permits appropriate transfer of gas pressure between the two chambers (28,30). The cylinder includes a second piston (44) defining a chamber (50) containing an heterogenous fluid (52) having the characteristic that a reduction in its volume does not produce any increase in its reactive pressure. If the gas within the two chambers (28,30) expands in response to increased ambient temperature, the second piston (44) reduces the volume of the material (52) so as to compensate for the increased gas volume, and minimising or eliminating any increase in gas pressure resulting from the increased temperature.
Patent GB-2299071-A (GB)
Title: Feeding sheets and correcting skew
Inventor: YAMAGUCHI NAOTO
IPC: B41J13/10
Filed: 1996-03-25
Abstract: A sheet 6, separated from a pile 9 by roller 5, is fed at a first speed by roller 5 and rollers 3, 10 until the leading edge of the sheet is detected at 4, whereupon the feed speed is reduced to a second speed which is maintained until the leading edge has contacted a stationary nip 1, 2 and a bend is formed in the sheet to correct skew. Platen 1 is then rotated to feed the sheet at a speed equal to or less than the second speed to a print head 8.
Patent GB-2317095-A (GB)
Title: Planter liner
Inventor: FIELD PETER EDWARD
IPC: A01G9/02
Filed: 1996-09-16
Abstract: A planter liner is vacuum formed to provide a sustainable preformed shape. The material from which the liner is produced is both flexible to allow folding, and waterproof, to provide a waterproof membrane between the planter and any growing medium used within the liner. Drainage can be provided at the bottom of the liner by snipping off preformed teats in the liner.
Patent GB-2307597-A (GB)
Title: Controlling the generation of hillocks in liquid crystal devices
Inventor: SEO HYUN SIK
IPC: G02F1/1343
Filed: 1996-11-20
Abstract: A liquid crystal display device comprises a substrate (1); a first metal layer (2) including an aluminum alloy having a first refractory metal with a first melting temperature over the substrate (1); and a second metal layer (3) including a pure aluminum or an aluminum alloy having a second refractory metal with a second melting temperature lower than the first melting temperature over the first metal layer (2). The above liquid crystal display device of the present invention prevents the occurrence of hillocks on the aluminum gate metal. A method of manufacturing a liquid crystal display device is disclosed including the steps of forming a first metal layer (2) of an aluminum alloy including a refractory metal having a first melting temperature on a substrate (1); and forming a second metal layer (3) of a pure aluminum or an aluminum alloy including a refractory metal having a second melting temperature lower than the first melting temperature on the first metal layer (2). The alloy may contain Ta, Ti, Mo, W, Nb, Zr, V, Si or Cu.
Patent GB-2307557-A (GB)
Title: Exhaust gas sensor and associated circuit arrangement
Inventor: LEMIRE BERTRAND
IPC: F01N11/00
Filed: 1996-11-22
Abstract: An exhaust gas sensor 9 has first and second sensor elements 5, 6, the exhaust gas environment of the first sensor element 5 being catalytically activated so that an equilibrium oxygen partial pressure is always measured by the first sensor element independently of the conversion capability of a catalytic converter provided in the exhaust system. The exhaust gas environment of the second sensor element is separated from the exhaust gas environment of the first sensor element so that the exhaust gas environment of the second sensor element is not catalytically activated. In dependence upon the conversion capability of the catalytic converter, the second sensor element measures an equilibrium oxygen partial pressure or a free, oxygen partial pressure, which are of different magnitudes. By comparing the measuring signals of the first and second sensor elements incorrect operation of the catalytic converter is detected.
Patent GB-963455-A (GB)
IPC: B23D3/04
Abstract: 963,455. Making rods, shafts, wire and tubes; broaching. H. LINDEMANN, [trading as TH. CALOW & CO.]. Nov. 2, 1960 [Nov. 2, 1959], No. 37699/60. Headings B3A, B3B and B3L. A method for reducing the cross-sectional size of a rod 1 &c. comprises machining the work at several peripheral points 3 on its outer surface and then passing it through a cutting die having a single or a number of cutting edges. The die has a positive rake angle if of steel or a negative rake angle if of tungsten carbide. In each case the die has a small land behind the cutting edge. The work may be supported at each side of the cutting die 13, Fig. 5, by collets 14, 15, which may be followed by drawing dies. The work may also be clamped intermittently by clamps as shown in Fig. 6 and as described in Specification 816,259. Several such clamps 44, Fig. 7, are carried on a slide 38, which is reciprocated by a pinion 41 driven by a reversible motor. A weight 45 on the carriage damps vibrations. The carriage is advanced to push a bar 30 through a resilient guide 42, a cutting die 36 and a drawing die 43, the clamps 44 being opened hydraulically or otherwise as they pass over the dies and being closed again on the emerging bar. The machining of the grooves in the bar may be effected by passing the bar through a cutting die.
Patent GB-2328191-A (GB)
Title: Rack and pinion steering gear
Inventor: BUCHAN ERIC
IPC: B62D5/22
Filed: 1997-08-14
Abstract: The rack and pinion steering mechanism comprises a rack bar 12 mounted for linear movement in a rack bar housing 10. The ends of the rack bar 12 carry respective transverse arms 14, 16 interconnected by a rigid tie member 18 extending alongside the rack bar housing 10. Respective ball joints 20, 22 through which movement of the rack bar 12 is transmitted to track rods 24,26 are positioned by the respective arms offset from the line of movement of the rack bar. This allows increased levels of steering geometry tuning. The rigid tie member 18 can be the piston rod of a power assistance unit 20. Also, a damper 28 may be provided for the steering mechanism. The damper comprises a housing 30 and a damper rod 32 connected to ones of the arms 14,16.
Patent GB-2329243-A (GB)
Title: Optical force sensor for forces applied to the body
Inventor: STRICKLAND PAUL
IPC: G01B11/16
Filed: 1997-09-05
Abstract: A sensor (1) comprises light emitting means (3) and light receiving means (4) located at opposite ends of a flexible passage (2), filled with a material (6) which may be a solid, liquid, or gas (e.g. air). Bending or deformation of the passage alters the amount of light received by the light receiving means from the light emitting means, thereby providing an indication of the extent of deformation or bending of the passage. A plurality of such sensors may be arranged to define a matrix. Such a sensor or sensor matrix may be incorporated in an item of clothing such as, a shoulder pad, to monitor forces and/or bending stresses on the human body while performing a task. Such a pad could be utilised for enabling the forces exerted on the shoulder of a player during a rugby scrum to be monitored to facilitate correct training of players in scrummaging techniques.
Patent GB-2329160-A (GB)
Title: Accommodating pressure loss in tyre and wheel assemblies
Inventor: MARRIOTT PETER ROBERT
IPC: B60C17/02
Filed: 1997-09-13
Abstract: In an assembly comprising a pneumatic tyre on a wheelrim, sensing means (26) are provided to detect pressure loss from the tyre and cause expansion initiation means (27) to actuate expansion means (25) to initiate expansion of an expandable member (24) to cause it to contact at least one of the tyre beads in order to retain it in position on the wheelrim bead seat. The sensing means may comprise a pressure detector to detect rapid inflation pressure loss and the expandable member may be an airbag. A method of retaining the tyre assembled on a wheelrim is also claimed.
Patent GB-2323653-A (GB)
Title: Python
Inventor: BROWN COLIN
IPC: F16L59/153
Filed: 1997-09-26
Abstract: The python, comprising a bundle of tubes 12 in a foam sleeve 13, is characterised by a protective coating 15 applied to the outer surface of the foam sleeve in liquid form and cured. The coating may be a dispertion, a water-based emulsion, or polyurethane and may comprise a pigment or fire retardant. Application is by brushing, spraying or dipping with two or three coats. Curing is by infra-red or ultra-violet radiation, or by convected heat. If the python is wound, an anti-blocking agent, e.g. talcum powder, silicone release agent or poyethylene sleeve, is used to prevent sticking.
Patent GB-2320776-A (GB)
Title: Managing data dependencies with a distributed commit mechanism
Inventor: POTTER TERENCE M
IPC: G06F9/38
Filed: 1997-10-14
Abstract: Data flow dependencies so that a processor can complete instructions and write associated data to architected logical registers out of the program order. This increases the commission bandwidth of the processor allowing greater processor throughput, by allowing instructions to pass the completion stage prior to having produced data. Physical rename registers 33, 37 store results from instruction execution. A look-ahead state buffer 21 stores addresses of the rename registers, indicating current assignments to architected logical registers specified in the instruction series. A state history buffer 23 stores linked lists of the addresses of the rename registers successively assigned to each of the architected logical registers in the look-ahead state buffer, and has changeable status bits indicating the state of data in each of the rename registers.