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Patent GB-2428758-A (GB)
Title: Roller shutter braking mechanism
Inventor: YOUNG ALAN PAUL
IPC: E06B9/84
Filed: 2005-07-26
Abstract: A roller shutter comprises a rotating drum 11 on which a shutter 10 is wound, a spring 13 mechanism that is tensioned by the drum when the shutter is unwound thereby providing resistance to the unwinding, and a braking member 20 movable from a braking position where rotation of the drum is restricted (fig.2) and a free position (fig. 1), said braking member 20 being linked to said spring 13 mechanism so that tension therein urges the braking member to a free position while a counter-tension member 24 tends to bias the braking member in the opposite direction. During normal operation the drum is not restricted from rotation, but in the event of a failure in the balancing / compensating spring 13, drum rotation is restricted. Braking member 20 may engage brake shoes 21 which engage the drum. The drum is mounted on a spindle 12 which is capable of limited rotation relative to its mounting.
Patent GB-2430582-A (GB)
Title: Method of Managing Connectivity Status within a Mobile Radio Communications Device.
Inventor: HELAINE HUBERT
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2005-09-26
Abstract: The present invention provides for a method of managing connection status for a channel connecting a smartcard server device within a mobile radio communications device, wherein the mobile radio communications device includes a local client/server pair, and the method including steps of, upon receiving an indication that the client/server pair is disconnected, sending from the mobile radio communications device a status signal to the smartcard server device indicating that the client has reset connection between the client server pair and, upon receiving an indication that the client has connected to the server, sending from the mobile radio communications device a status signal to the smartcard server device indicating that the client is connected to the server.
Patent GB-2417624-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle braking indicator
Inventor: ROSE PETER JAMES
IPC: B60Q1/44
Filed: 2004-06-09
Abstract: A bank of lights (20) mounted across the rear window of a vehicle are progressively illuminated from opposite ends towards the centre, or vice versa, according to the amount of deceleration of the vehicle during braking. Deceleration may be sensed by a group of inertia switches (21-26), for example. An enable signal (32) from the vehicles braking circuit ensures that the lights only operate during braking, and the lights are latched to remain on during any single braking period.
Patent GB-2420752-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle seat with guide facilitating deployment of built-in airbag
Inventor: TRACHT MICHAEL L
IPC: B60R21/207
Filed: 2005-12-01
Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly (10) includes an air bag arrangement (16) having an inflatable air bag (26), and a guide (42) disposed proximate the air bag arrangement (16) for facilitating deployment of the air bag (26). The assembly (10) further includes a seat cushion (40) attached to the guide (42), and a cover material (60) overlaying the seat cushion (40), the guide (42) and the air bag arrangement (16), wherein the cover material (60) includes first and second sections (64,66). A retainer (62) is connected to the guide (42) and the first and second sections (64,66) of the cover material (60). Upon inflation of the air bag (26), portions of each of the guide (42) and the retainer (62) are configured to move away from each other to allow the air bag (26) to deploy between the first and second sections (64,66) of the cover material (60).
Patent GB-2417786-A (GB)
Title: Thermal anemometry mass flow measurement apparatus and method
Inventor: SHAJIL ALI
IPC: G01F1/688
Filed: 2004-05-17
Abstract: A mass flow measurement apparatus including a flow path defined by a tubular side wall, a probe extending through the side wall into the flow path so that a first portion of the probe is located in the flow path and a second portion of the probe extends out of the side wall, a heater element secured to the probe, and a seal preventing fluid flowing through the flow path from contacting the heater element.
Patent GB-2420340-A (GB)
Title: Printer with substrate registration means
Inventor: HOSKINS STEPHEN
IPC: B41J13/28
Filed: 2004-06-29
Abstract: An inkjet printer (1) including substrate registration means (20) for accurately positioning a substrate (32) onto which a first image is to be printed, such that the substrate can be passed a plurality of times through the printer for a multipass printing process and the substrate registration means allows the position of the substrate to be accurately determined prior to each printing pass.
Patent GB-2437079-A (GB)
Title: Hydrogen peroxide production apparatus
Inventor: BROWN NATHAN CHARLES
IPC: C25B9/19
Filed: 2006-04-11
Abstract: An electrolytic cell 1 comprises an electrode (figure 1 5,6) in a chamber including an electrolyte 10 and an electrical power supply 9 arranged to supply electrical energy to the electrode (figure 1 5,6). A current sensor 18 detects electrical current in the cell. A reservoir of a metal salt solution 17, such as sodium chloride, is provided. The cell 1 is provided with an ion exchange membrane (figure 1 4) dividing the cell into two chambers (figure 1 2,3). A controller 19 is arranged to supply metal salt solution from the reservoir to the chamber of the cell, in dependence on the current detected at the sensor 18. This permits the conductivity of the electrolyte to be brought up to the required levels quickly, independently of dynamic cell conditions. The hydrogen peroxide producing apparatus may be incorporated into an appliance such as an automatic dishwasher.
Patent GB-2424576-A (GB)
Title: Folding bed chair for fishermen
Inventor: POWELL JEFFREY VERNON
IPC: A47C17/70
Filed: 2004-11-30
Abstract: A folding bed chair unit comprising a frame over which cushioning 10 can be stretched and supported and having pairs of legs 32, 34, 40 secured thereto which in use support the frame clear of the ground, at least some of which are pivotally attached to the frame to allow them to be folded parallel to the latter when the unit is to be folded up. The frame is divided into five sections comprising two intermediate sections 18, 20 of equal length, two shorter end sections 14, 16, and a much shorter central section 22 which is hingedly joined at its opposite ends to the inboard ends of the two intermediate sections to allow the latter each to pivot through approximately 90{ relative to the central section, and the end sections are hingedly joined to the outboard ends of the intermediate sections so that each end section can be pivoted through approximately 180{ relative to its adjoining intermediate section, so that as all the frame sections are pivoted so as to fold up the unit it approximates to the shape of a letter 'W' when viewed from the side. The ground-engaging end of each leg comprises a foot 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60 which is pivotally joined to the end of the leg to accommodate an uneven terrain and allow the foot to be folded parallel to its leg to facilitate folding the legs to the frame for storage and/or transportation. In a second aspect, each of the legs is telescopically extendible to reduce their length to facilitate folding the assembly and to accommodate an uneven terrain. In a third aspect, three pairs of legs are secured to the frame at a plurality of spaced apart positions along the length of the frame, where two of the pairs of legs are pivotally attached one to each of the intermediate sections of the frame whilst the third pair of legs extends from the central frame section to support the latter when in use; the two legs of each pair being joined by cross bracing means. In a fourth aspect, each end of each of the central section side members is in the form of a U-shaped channel which extends beyond the hinge point between the central section side member and the tubular side member of the adjoining intermediate frame section hinged thereto, so that when the frame parts are straightened out, the tubular side member of the intermediate section enters the U-shaped channel and is prevented thereby from pivoting further.
Patent GB-2438843-A (GB)
Title: Display strip and commodity display unit
Inventor: IWASAKI YOSHIO
IPC: B65D73/00
Filed: 2005-07-07
Abstract: A display strip for use to fix multiple bags having commercial goods sealed therein in aligned relationship for display, which display strip exhibits satisfactory hole punch strength; and a relevant commodity display unit. There is provided a display strip for use to fix multiple bags having commercial goods sealed therein in aligned relationship for display, which display strip comprises at least a base material layer containing a woven fabric and, superimposed thereon, a sealant layer with heat sealability and at its upper part has a hole punch for hanging.
Patent GB-2440205-A (GB)
Title: Toy, wargaming cradle display means with multi axis movement
Inventor: STEVENSON KEVIN ALAN
IPC: A63F9/00
Filed: 2006-07-15
Abstract: A wargaming display device comprises a clear transparent spherical capsule 2 having a removable lid. A toy 1 which may be spacecraft is placed within on a holding device. The capsule is mounted on a cradle 3 to allow freedom of movement in three axes, roll, pitch and yaw. The capsule is held in place via friction between said capsule and the cradle wherein the contact areas of the cradle may be ridged to promote grip. Said capsule is mounted on a height adjustable column 5. The column may be mounted on one or more adjustable joints 4 to allow a pivoting action between said column and a base member 6.
Patent GB-2440356-A (GB)
Title: Power Management Circuit
Inventor: JACOB MARK
IPC: G05F1/46
Filed: 2006-07-25
Abstract: Multiple power regulators 51, 52, and 53 are controlled according to the voltage on inputs VR1, VR2 and VR3 from a voltage network such as the potential divider resistors shown. A sequencer 56 has a control input SQCLK and outputs SQA, SQB, SQC that can modify the voltage on regulator inputs VR1, VR2, VR3. When this input voltage is within a certain range, which may be detected by comparator 55, the respective regulator is disabled. The invention provides a self-contained power management device, such as either a power management integrated circuit (IC) or an IC that includes selective power management functions, which allows sequenced start up of power supplies without an external sequencer and that has a configurable arrangement. The device may be configured to respond to either high or low signals (fig 6) or to a high impedance state on the voltage input, and to selectively or sequentially switch the regulators with a delay between each. The device may be used in a portable device such as an MP3 player, computer or wireless transceiver, a disc drive, a flash memory module, or a codec.
Patent GB-2440543-A (GB)
Title: Wave powered generator using second liquid in contact with water
Inventor: CAWTHORNE JAMES
IPC: F03B13/18
Filed: 2006-08-01
Abstract: A wave energy device for use in a liquid medium such as seawater 1 uses a second liquid 2 with a different density and which does not mix with the seawater 1. The second liquid 2 is contained within tubing 5 and transmits the energy of the waves from the water 1 to a piston 3. The second liquid 2 is in direct contact with the water 1.
Patent GB-2426611-A (GB)
Title: Script generation
Inventor: VASEY PHILIP EDGAR
IPC: G06F17/00
Filed: 2005-03-04
Abstract: Indirect update functions, for updating a form, are generated by supplying update functions to a synthesiser, and generating an activation network, based on these update functions. The invocation sequence of the activation network is then determined, and used to update elements of a form. The generation of the invocation sequence by the synthesiser removes the need for complex hand encoding of form structures, and provides a means by which the functions may be generated as part of a server, client or middleware application.
Patent GB-2427451-A (GB)
Title: Mechanical pipe coupling derived from a standard fitting
Inventor: WILK CHARLES JR
IPC: F16L19/08
Filed: 2005-06-07
Abstract: A coupling for joining pipe segments together is disclosed. The coupling is derived from a standard fitting and has a housing with a socket and an expanded region adjacent to the socket. Three shoulders are positioned within the expanded region. A sealing member and two support washers are positioned within the expanded region, each engaging a shoulder. A retainer is positioned in the expanded region between the two support washers. A lip, positioned at the end of the expanded region, extends radially inwardly and captures the sealing member, washers and retainer within the coupling. The retainer has a plurality of radial teeth angularly oriented to engage a pipe and prevent its removal from the coupling. One of the washers is kept in spaced relation from the other washer by a shoulder to prevent contact with the retainer upon assembly which may otherwise inhibit the teeth engaging the pipe.
Patent GB-2442765-A (GB)
Title: Musical instrument amplification system with user-definable remote control
Inventor: ALVAREZ SANTIAGO
IPC: G10H1/053
Filed: 2006-10-09
Abstract: A musical instrument amplification system comprises a remote control device 20, preferably a footswitch, and a main amplification device. A first control panel of the main amplification device has a variety of controls, for example switches, sliders and dials, allowing the user to set a variety of parameters for amplification. The remote control device 20 has several controls 21a-21f in communication with the first control panel, which may be assigned either to a set of specific amplification parameters or to the control for a particular parameter, allowing the performer improved access to the amplifier controls whilst performing. The controls 21a-21f of the remote control device 20 are preferably operated by a single push and at least one of the controls 21a-21f has a user-definable function.
Patent GB-2432080-A (GB)
Title: System and method for providing cell-based statistics
Inventor: VOSS JUERGEN
IPC: H04B17/00
Filed: 2006-10-20
Abstract: A system and method for providing cell-based statistics for messages related to the same call. The system and method can receive messages into a message coverage area, link the messages with a call with which they are associated, determine a radio link associated with the messages, create a data record if the radio link has been added, and providing the cell-based statistics that are associated with the messages and the message coverage area to the data record. A method for detecting influences between calls is also described, where the influences between calls is determined using cell-based statistics and a radio link setup diagram.
Patent GB-2445774-A (GB)
Title: Two-part inductive connector where the parts rotate into locked engagement
Inventor: ROZENBERG SIMON GRANT
IPC: H01F38/14
Filed: 2007-01-18
Abstract: A two-part inductive connector member 1 comprises at least one half of an inductive core 15 and connector locating means selected from a pin 20 or a recess 30. The pin 20 or recess 30 engages with corresponding locating means of a corresponding connector member 2 to align the said members. The connector members 1, 2 can then be rotated around the locating means 20, 30 to bring their corresponding lock means 17 - 19 into a locked or an unlocked condition. The connector members 1, 2 may also include data and/or power transfer means 22 employing fibre optic, infrared, laser, radio frequency, acoustic, piezo electric, capacitive or magneto resistive means. Such data transfer means and/or a continuous earth line may be located in the pin 20 and socket 30 locating means. The pin and socket may be an integral part of a protective housing 10 with a hard part 11, including the contacting surface 13, and possibly soft flexible parts 12. The housing 10 contains at least one contactless coupling. A switch may be provided to change the number of windings associated with an inductive coupling to provide a range of voltages from the said coupling. One or both of the connector members 1, 2 may be linked with a cable and/ or built into an electric device. The locking means may include a magnet. The connector may include an engagement sensor. A core half may have a cross section of any suitable shape such as square, circular, triangular, oval. half-moon or rectangular.
Patent GB-2435938-A (GB)
Title: Eyeglasses with drop down lens
Inventor: CUNNINGHAM ELIZABETH
IPC: G02C5/00
Filed: 2007-03-12
Abstract: Eyeglasses comprise a frame 20, a nose piece (38) and at least one lens 46 which is moveably connected to the frame. The lens can be moved from a substantially upright position to a substantially down turned position. A method of applying makeup using the eyeglasses of the present invention. The method comprises the step of rotating one lens and accessing an eye to apply makeup while viewing the makeup application through the remaining upright lens.
Patent GB-2448179-A (GB)
Title: Tunnel lining mounting system
Inventor: MORGAN JAMES
IPC: E21D5/10
Filed: 2007-04-05
Abstract: The invention relates to a system for lining the wall of an underground tunnel platform. The tunnel comprises a tubbing 1 with radially inwardly projecting flanges 3a-d. The system comprises a plurality of post means 6 curved to the curvature of the tubbing 1 and adapted to overlie the tubbing 1. The post means 6 are fastened to the flanges 3a-d of the tubbing 1 such that the post means project beyond flanges 3a-d. A wall lining may be mounted to an inner face of the post means 6, and is thereby spaced away from the tubbing 1 and away from any underlying existing wall surface or in-fill. The post means 6 are preferably held in place by clamps 4a-f of the hook-bolt adaptor type. A later embodiment relates to a method for installing a platform wall, and or a cable management system 8 or other ceiling mounted system in place, in a tunnel of an underground railway system.
Patent GB-2449244-A (GB)
Title: A dual mop and scourer
Inventor: JONES ELSIE MARGARET
IPC: A47L13/12
Filed: 2007-05-14
Abstract: A floor cleaning tool comprises and mop 5 and a scouring arrangement 1. The mop may be made up of micro-fibre stands 5 while the scourer 1 may be either nylon or steel. Both the mop head 6 and the scourer 1 are removable from the handle assembly (9, fig 1).
Patent GB-2440864-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for calibration of a radio direction finder
Inventor: YEHUDAIE EFRAIM
IPC: G01S3/02
Filed: 2006-04-20
Abstract: A calibration method and a system for providing calibration data for use with a direction finder are provided. The method comprises providing a relative motion of a calibration receiver in a circle manner with respect to calibration transmitter at a predetermined distance from each other. The method also includes preparing and transmitting a communication frequency signal employed for transmitting a certain frequency from a list of predetermined frequencies. The preparing comprises: (a) setting a value of the dwell time ranges of the communication frequency signal to a predetermined value; (b) synchronizing in time the dwell time ranges between the calibration transmitter and the calibration receiver by using clock signals of a common synchronization source; (c) providing a hop duration time interval within the dwell time range for transmitting the frequency; and (d) generating the communication frequency signal corresponding to the frequency during the hop duration interval. At the calibration receiver end, the method includes scanning the list of predetermined frequencies; intercepting a frequency signal transmitted during the hop duration time interval within the dwell time ranges; and rejecting all other frequency signals received within the dwell time ranges having duration different than the hop duration time interval by the receiver.
Patent GB-2454697-A (GB)
Title: An anchoring system for drilling tools
Inventor: KOTSONIS SPYRO
IPC: E21B4/18
Filed: 2007-11-15
Abstract: An anchoring device particularly for use with tractors when using wireline, or coiled tubing drilling systems. The device comprises body 10 and at least two extending anchoring members, such as metal bows 12, which anchor the tool in the borehole. The anchoring members are extended and retracted my means of mechanism which may be either a hydraulic piston system 12 (and figure 2), a rack and pinion system (figure 6) or a pivoting articulated link arrangement (figure 9). An operating mechanism controls the deployment of the anchoring members so as to distribute the anchoring force and position of the anchoring members in a controlled manner. A one way locking mechanism such as a shoe (62, fig. 9) mounted on pad (56, fig. 9) may be utilised to further lock the anchor in place.
Patent GB-2455561-A (GB)
Title: Surgical retractor illumination device
Inventor: TARI-INIEKIO FUNMIYEBI
IPC: A61B1/32
Filed: 2007-12-12
Abstract: A surgical site illumination device, such as a retractor, includes an attachment means 1 for attaching a light source to the device, a light transmitting means 3 featuring fibre optic light guides which track down to feature 7 allowing emitted light 6 into the surgical site, a means for leverage and stabilisation 2 allowing better engagement of 5 and better functioning in parting of the surgical site.
Patent GB-2458939-A (GB)
Title: Encapsulated tinters
Inventor: MCLACHLAN FIONA
IPC: C09D7/80
Filed: 2008-04-04
Abstract: A tinter dosage unit comprising water borne tinter encapsulated in a water soluble pouch where the water activity of the tinter and the combined water activity and plasticizer activity of the pouch are such that the pouch remains intact in normal use. The water soluble pouch may be a water soluble fim e.g. a polyvinyl alcohol film. The tinter may comprise humectant, ionic surfactant, and coloured and/or filler pigments.
Patent GB-2448597-A (GB)
Title: Gangplank system and deck ladder unit which is supported by a railing
Inventor: SCHWEGLER RUDOLPHUS HENDRIKUS JOSEPHUS
IPC: B63B27/14
Filed: 2008-04-16
Abstract: A gangplank system for providing a connection between the quay (4) and a ship (13), comprising a bridge portion (1), one end of which can be supported with respect to a quay (4) and the other end of which is provided with a deck ladder (7) which is to be placed above or on a deck (12) of a ship (13), near the railing (14) thereof, as well as connecting the deck ladder (7) with respect to a ship (13). The connection are provided in duplicate and comprise the saddle part (10) which can be placed astride over the railing for supporting the deck ladder with respect to the railing and a bottom part (11) for supporting the deck ladder with respect to a deck (12).
Patent GB-2461572-A (GB)
Title: Portable exercise device
Inventor: GILLAM MELVYN CRAIG
IPC: A63B21/02
Filed: 2008-07-04
Abstract: An exercise device comprising an elongate cylinder containing two concentrically mounted springs of matched resistance and a strut mounted at each end of the cylinder and adapted to telescopically move within the cylinder against the resistance of a respective spring.
Patent GB-2462109-A (GB)
Title: Condenser cleaning method and apparatus
Inventor: DOWNHAM DAVID
IPC: B08B9/023
Filed: 2008-07-24
Abstract: There is described an apparatus and method for cleaning the condensers 16 in the refrigeration circuits of retail chiller cabinets 1, wherein an enclosure 20 is placed over the condenser and the air passages 54 of the condenser 16 are sequentially sprayed with detergent, water, and air to remove blockages from the air passages. The enclosure 20 may include a movable spray bar 28 having nozzles 29 for spraying air and/or water into the air passages. Sensors 51, 52 may be provided to determine the degree of blockage of the air passages either before or after cleaning, either by optical means or by blowing through the passages and detecting pressure or airflow at the exit. Liquids may drain from the enclosure through a drain opening into a collection tray placed beneath the enclosure, from where the liquid may be pumped to a collection container or to a drain.