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Patent GB-2293875-A (GB)
Title: Solid fuel-effect gas fires
Inventor: KINGSCOTT IAN DAVID
IPC: F24C3/00
Filed: 1994-10-08
Abstract: A decorative solid fuel-effect ceramic body (4) is positioned to define a burner aperture above an elongate burner (3). The body (4) includes shaped projections (1), the spaces (22) between the projections forming ducts directed into the burner aperture to provide a secondary air flow into the burner aperture. The air content of the flame is thereby enriched in the region of the ducts to produce a more realistic flame effect. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294003-A (GB)
Title: Punch for making a multiplicity of holes
Inventor: MORI CHUZO
IPC: B26F1/32
Filed: 1994-10-10
Abstract: A punch for making a multiplicity of holes in a line includes a multiplicity of vertically disposed and vertically movable cutting tools 17 supported in a row by a horizontally disposed rail 11. Each tool 17 is provided with a horizontally disposed actuator pin 13 attached to it at right angles to it. A slider 14 is slidable along the rail 11 causing the pins 13 to move the tools 17 vertically one after another. The slider 14 has a pair of curved guide grooves (141 Fig. 27) in which the opposite ends of each pin 13 are engageable so that the pins 13 and thereby the tools 17 may be vertically movable. The slider has guide grooves (142 Fig. 27) which engage with guide protrusions (112 Fig. 2). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294632-A (GB)
Title: Lift arms with gas struts
Inventor: BOSSON PETER
IPC: F16M11/04
Filed: 1994-10-20
Abstract: Gas lift arms are provided in which the gas strut 14 is substantially uncompressed when the arm is at the fully raised position. The strut 14 is compressible by lowering of the arm. The arrangement permits ease of manufacture and ease of gas strut replacement because it is unnecessary to compress the gas strut 14 before attachment to the arm. Such gas lift arms are suitable for the support and movement of equipment, for example to hold computers or other office equipment clear of office desk surfaces. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295042-A (GB)
Title: Message delivery system
Inventor: DIEM DARREL DENNIS
IPC: H04M11/02
Filed: 1994-11-09
Abstract: A first portable selective call receiver (130) updates a record in a database in itself and automatically creates a message packet including message data comprising changes updated to the record. The first portable selective call receiver (130) then sends the message packet to a central terminal (102) of a paging communication system which couples destination address information with the message packet to provide a message, and wireless transmits the message over a paging communication channel. A second portable selective call receiver (130) receives the message and updates a record in a database in itself with the message data. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295120-A (GB)
Title: Container associated with, or forming part of, and item of stationery.
Inventor: FLINT CYRIL ERIC
IPC: B65D75/36
Filed: 1994-11-18
Abstract: An accessory 1 for a stationery article (such as a greetings card 10) having a surface provided by sheet material, comprises a body 2 mountable (or mounted) to a surface (for example spine 12) of the card, the body 2 having a predetermined three-dimensional outline shape defining an interior space within the body 2 to which access is gained via a re-closable door 4. In an alternative form, the accessory may be a blister which is attached (or attachable) to the surface of the card, wherein access is gained to the interior space by a hinged flap in the card itself. The flap may be defined by lines of weakening in the card. The means for access to the interior may be a slidable closure, or may be a wholly detachable portion. A substance and/or article(s) may be contained in the interior space for the purpose of enhancing the appearance of the accessory, conveying information or ideas, or acting as a novelty or gift. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284180-A (GB)
Title: Protection devices in printing presses
Inventor: MICHEL PETER
IPC: B41F13/42
Filed: 1994-11-24
Abstract: A method of mounting protective covers (1, 2), particularly on sheet offset printing presses, is disclosed. The covers are hinged to fixed parts of the structure in such a way that when the covers are closed, the fixed part of the structure, hinge and safety cover all lie in a common plane. Each cover is connected by a hinge with two parallel pins and an intermediate link (Fig. 4b) with a fixed support located between the two panels. Each panel can be pivoted through 180 DEG to overlie the other one. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284666-A (GB)
Title: Optical measurement of the temperature of a gaseous mixture
Inventor: FIMA HENRI
IPC: G01K11/20
Filed: 1994-12-05
Abstract: A method for the optical determination of the temperature of a gaseous mixture i.e. atmospheric gases, by using a Nd:YAG laser to excite fluorescence in molecular methane, comprising the stages consisting:   - of exciting in the infrared range the molecules of gas of the said mixture, from a first vibrational level to a second vibrational level; - of allowing the rotational relaxation of said molecules between the different rotational sub-levels of the second vibrational level; - of measuring the ratio of the populations of molecules located at two of the rotational sub-levels; and - of deducing from the said ratio the temperature of the gaseous mixture.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2286219-A (GB)
Title: Glazing security element
Inventor: KAY DEREK JOHN
IPC: E06B5/11
Filed: 1995-01-25
Abstract: A security element is provided for enhancing the security of glazing systems (such as doors, windows etc) by obstructing removal of a glazing unit (5) for the system. An example element (30) comprises a metal plate (33) having a lip (36) deflected at an obtuse angle to a face of the plate (33). A screw-threaded rod (40) and associated nut (45) are provided as a means for mounting the element at or near the frame (2) of a glazing system. When mounted, the plate (33) closely abuts the exterior face (23) of the window or similar and the lip (36) is directed towards glazing unit (5) so that spacing from a pane of glass (11) in the unit (6). In this way the lip (36) inhibits withdrawal of unit (5) from its frame (2). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2297547-A (GB)
Title: A plant growth support medium
Inventor: IRVINE ROBERT
IPC: A01G31/00
Filed: 1995-02-02
Abstract: A plant growth support medium comprises a matrix of porous granular material at least some of the granules of which have plant nutrients adsorbed to their surfaces in a substantially dry state. The granular material is preferably a mineral material such as perlite and vermiculite and the nutrient-enrichment step may be performed by spraying a concentrated aqueous solution of the plant nutrients directly on to hot granules of the material substantially immediately after a heat treatment process which creates a humidity vacancy such that the nutrients are adsorbed to the surface of the granules in a substantially dry state.
Patent GB-2287324-A (GB)
Title: Directional induction logging instrument
Inventor: SAMWORTH JAMES ROGER
IPC: G01V3/28
Filed: 1995-03-07
Abstract: An induction logging instrument for making directional conductivity/resistivity measurements comprises at least one transmitter coil 40 wound on a magnetic core and supported on an elongate former. A plurality of receiver coils 50 are longitudinally spaced from the transmitter coil and are responsive to ground currents 46 generated by the transmitter coil. The receiver coils are arranged at angularly spaced positions around the circumference of the instrument. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2299792-A (GB)
Title: Wheelbarrow with pivoted body
Inventor: RODDOM DEREK HENRY
IPC: B62B1/24
Filed: 1995-04-08
Abstract: The wheelbarrow has a body Y mounted on a subframe 1 pivoted to the main frame at a point Z rearward of the wheel axis. This arrangement provides stability in the unloading position. A locking arrangement, which may be in the form of links 3 to engage hooks 4, ensure that the body is locked to the frame in the transport position. In another arrangement (figure 3) handles are provided on both the sub frame and the main frame.
Patent GB-2291672-A (GB)
Title: Hazard warning signs
Inventor: MYERS FRANK
IPC: B60Q7/00
Filed: 1995-04-12
Abstract: A hazard warning sign comprises a frame (6) which is in the form of a tripod, which in addition to being collapsible, may be extended. A plastic sheet display member, which is moulded or stamped from semi-rigid sheet material, is provided with hazard warning information. The frame is provided with a plurality of projections (18a, 18b), and the display member a plurality of apertures, conveniently key-hole in shape. When the tripod frame is erected in its position for use, the distances between the projections in relation to the distance d between the apertures is such that, by flexing the display member into a generally concave shape seen from the front, the projections may be inserted through the portions of the aperture of larger size, and on relaxation of the display member the projections will move into the portions of the apertures of smaller size, securely retaining the display member on the frame. Conveniently the display member is afforded by a sheet of rigid plastics material such as polypropylene, provided with hinge lines, whereby the display member may be folded or rolled up. This enables a display member of large area to be transported relatively easily. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2302851-A (GB)
Title: Container cover with winding pole guided by endplates.
Inventor: HARRINGTON BENJAMIN WILLIAM JO
IPC: B65D88/12
Filed: 1995-07-05
Abstract: The cover 10, fixed to the container at one end 14, has a winding pole 12 secured inside a pocket in the cover such that rotation of the pole causes the cover to furl. The pole is guided by discs 15, 16 on its ends extending down the outside of the container. A support pole 13 is secured inside a pocket at the free end of the cover, the support pole having lugs 17 or discs perpendicular to its axis to guide it and prevent the pole from falling into the container.
Patent GB-2304840-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum bleeding equipment
Inventor: BASNETT MICHAEL NEIL
IPC: B60T17/22
Filed: 1995-09-06
Abstract: Vacuum bleeding equipment for a hydraulic brake system of a vehicle, comprises a supply duct 18 through which hydraulic fluid can be supplied to a reservoir 12 of the system. Within the supply duct are located an on/off tap 20 and a flow restrictor 22. In vacuum bleeding the system, the tap 20 is initially closed so that the pressure within a working part of the system may be reduced. After the pressure has been reduced in the working part of the system, tap 20 is opened so that a limited flow of fluid is permitted to pass into the reservoir by the restrictor 22. The restrictor serves to ensure that reduced pressure in the system is maintained during bleeding.
Patent GB-2306241-A (GB)
Title: Transferring data between smart cards and a network
Inventor: KELLY MARTIN SEAN
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 1995-10-16
Abstract: A smart card wallet 301 allows transfer of funds between a first smart card 302 and a second smart card engaged with respective coupling devices. The second smart card may be replaced by an emulating device 303 connected to a network, such as the Internet, via a personal computer 304. In response to programs implemented by the personal computer, it is possible to effect money transfers between the first smart card and a remote station, via the Internet. The wallet is capable of detecting the presence of an emulating device and in response to this detection transfer protocols are modified. In this way, it is possible to prevent transfers which exceed a predetermined amount or where the amount being transferred is inconsistent with information selected or displayed on the personal computer.
Patent GB-2296993-A (GB)
Title: Photovoltaic generator with dielectric isolation and bonded, insulated wafer layers
Inventor: CANTARINI WILLIAM F
IPC: H01L27/142
Filed: 1995-12-27
Abstract: A photovoltaic generator device for producing an output sufficient to turn on a MOS-gated device consists of a plurality of planar photogenerators connected in series. Each of the photovoltaic generators is contained in its own respective insulated tub. The insulated tubs are formed by wafer bonding a junction-containing wafer (11) to a handle wafer (10) with a dielectric isolation layer (12) between them. The individual tubs are formed at their sides by isolation trenches (40) which enclose each tub and which extend to the dielectric layer (12) between the junction-containing and handle wafers. Each tub is formed of an N - body having a shallow P + diffusion (20, 21, 22) N + contact regions (25, 26, 27) are formed in the N body and contact strips 70, 71 connect the devices of each of the tubs in series by connecting the P + diffusions of one tub to the N + contact of an adjacent tub.
Patent GB-2300198-A (GB)
Title: Aluminium alloy
Inventor: JARRETT MARTIN
IPC: C22C21/04
Filed: 1996-04-29
Abstract: An alloy having the composition in wt %  Si 10.5-12.5 Cu 2.8-4.0 Mg 1.1-1.6 Ni 1.0-1.8 Fe 0.3 to 1.0 Mn up to 0.5 B, V, Zn, Cr, Ti up to 0.2 each, 0.5 total Si modifier Functional concentration Balance Al with incidental impurities up to 0.05 each, 0.15 total, is extruded and forged to make a piston for a motor vehicle engine.
Patent GB-2313697-A (GB)
Title: Compact disc player with antistatic mat
Inventor: ROGERS JOHN DAVID MICHAEL
IPC: G11B23/02
Filed: 1996-05-29
Abstract: A compact disc player comprises a mat, similar in size to a compact disc, which is placed adjacent the compact disc in the player to minimise the effects of electrostatic charges generated around the disc. The mat comprises a lightweight film 1 of a conductive material and preferably has a patterned layer 2 of conductive ink printed on one or both sides.
Patent GB-2302218-A (GB)
Title: Communications connectors
Inventor: WHITE ROWLAND SPENCER
IPC: H01R4/24
Filed: 1995-05-12
Abstract: A communications connector sub-assembly comprises a body defining a plurality of parallel grooves each receiving a jack contact. The body includes one or more insulation displacement connectors which have insulation displacement contacts anchored therein. The insulation displacement contacts are connected to the jack contacts through a printed circuit board. The anchoring of the insulation displacement contacts in the body secures the PCB to the body to give a complete sub-assembly. Side walls are provided to surround and protect free ends of the jack contacts from mechanical damage.
Patent GB-2312173-A (GB)
Title: Compositions for equestrian exercise areas
Inventor: SIMPSON DAVID
IPC: E01C13/06
Filed: 1997-04-18
Abstract: An artificial surface especially for equestrian use comprises foundation layer(s), a layer of granules of a natural, synthetic or fibre-reinforced material and a top surface which comprises a mixture of sand, fibres or granules and a non-toxic lubricant.
Patent GB-2314838-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for making glass objects
Inventor: BARRE RENE EMILE LEON
IPC: C03B9/13
Filed: 1997-06-24
Abstract: A method for making glass objects, eg bottles, in a parison mould 1 comprising collecting a gob of glass from the exit of a melting oven and deposited it in a shaping mould 2 made of at least two laterally movable parts to shape the gob for ease of entry to the parison mould and then conveying the shaped gob 4 via chute 3,6,7 to the parison mould 1.
Patent GB-2315799-A (GB)
Title: Block and tackle window sash counterbalance mechanism comprising a non-rotating pulley system attached to a spring
Inventor: MEUNIER SCOTT
IPC: E05F1/10
Filed: 1997-07-21
Abstract: A block and tackle window sash counterbalancing mechanism 2 disposed between a jambliner 4 and a window sash 6 includes a rod 12 around which a spring 20 and a nonrotating pulley system 30 are disposed. A head block 14 is disposed on the rod for attaching the balance to the jambliner and securing one end of the spring, and a slide block 18 is disposed at about the midpoint of the rod for securing the other end of the spring. The slide block acts in combination with a base block 16 and a pulley cord 28, to create the non-rotating pulley system. The slide block and the base block each have at least one cord-receiving channel 36 formed in a raised U-shaped member 34, for slidably receiving the pulley cord. The base block further includes a bore 52 for securing an end of the pulley cord, and is coupled via the pulley cord to a shoe 40, which moves in response to movement of the window sash. As the shoe moves, the cord slides within the channels, and the slide block moves toward the base block. The displacement of the slide block relative to the fixed head block, results in a change in the length of the spring such that the spring supports the new position of the window sash.
Patent GB-2328145-A (GB)
Title: Multi-purpose mixer/grinder and blade therefor
Inventor: HO ERNEST KAT TONG
IPC: A47J43/07
Filed: 1997-08-12
Abstract: The invention relates to a household multi-purpose mixer/grinder comprising a bowl 1, a multi-purpose blade 10 mountable within the bowl on a rotatable spindle 6 and drive means capable of rotatingly driving the spindle. The multi-purpose blade comprises at least three blade arms which project outwards from a centre hub 11. A first grinding blade arm 13 co-operates with an inner grinding surface 7 of the bowl to grind material located within a grinding region bounded by the path swept out by the grinding blade arm and the inner grinding surface of the bowl. A second mixing blade arm 14 passes through said grinding region for displacing material from said grinding region. A third shredding blade 15,16 arm is spaced from said grinding region for shredding material. Preferably there are four blade arms arranged to project outwardly from the centre hub to form a crucifix, two diametrically opposed blade arms forming the grinding blade arm and the mixing blade arm, the other two diametrically opposed blade arms forming two shredding blade arms.
Patent GB-2328950-A (GB)
Title: Nailable compounds
Inventor: WHITE PETER DRUMMOND BOYS
IPC: C09J4/00
Filed: 1997-09-04
Abstract: A synthetic gap filling composition capable of bonding to a wide variety of adherends, which can be nailed without cracking and which retains a firm grip on the adhered surface in use, is used especially as an adhesive for repair, restoration or reshaping of animal hoof keratin, or for adhering a horseshoe to the hoof before nailing. The composition comprises an acrylic functional composition containing eg acrylic monomers such as methyl methacrylate and methacrylic acid, and includes 20-65 % by weight of of an acrylic or methacrylic functional acrylonitrile butadiene oligomer.
Patent GB-2334403-A (GB)
Title: Message transfer system
Inventor: O'DONOVAN SEAN
IPC: H04M1/65
Filed: 1998-02-12
Abstract: An apparatus and method for transferring a voice message from a calling party to an unavailable telephonically called party that includes the steps of initiating a potential voice call to the called party over a voice channel, identifying that the called party is not available to speak and generating a signal indicative thereof, sending the signal representing the called party is unavailable back to the calling entity that requests the calling party to leave a voice message, storing the calling party's voice message with the calling entity after the telephone communication to the called party has ended, and then subsequently transmitting the voice message through a data channel, storing the message with the called entity for retrieval by the called entity when desired. The system greatly reduces the use of the voice/telephone communications networks by allowing a voice message to be transmitted through data channels, reducing the amount of voice traffic on the voice communication lines. The fact that the original voice message was actually stored with the calling entity after the telephone voice communication had been discontinued is transparent to both the calling party and the called party.
Patent GB-2335975-A (GB)
Title: Ventilation device
Inventor: RHODES DAVID
IPC: F24F13/18
Filed: 1998-03-31
Abstract: A ventilation device for mounting over an air passageway 12 in a window or a door frame 10, the device comprising: (a) a housing 20 having an aperture formed therein; (b) a closure member 30 pivotally mounted on the housing, the closure member being moveable from a closed position at which it obstructs the aperture to one or more open positions; (c) attachment means 40 for securely locating the housing over an air passageway in a window or a door frame; (d) a spring member 47 disposed in the housing and cooperable with one or more complementary features on the closure member, whereby the spring member acts to bias the closure member in the closed position and in the one or more open positions; wherein the spring member is integrally formed with the attachment means.
Patent GB-2324633-A (GB)
Title: Menu selection in a wireless selective call receiver
Inventor: UCHIDA JUN
IPC: G08B5/22
Filed: 1998-04-08
Abstract: A wireless selective call receiver includes an operation unit having at least one operating element (10) which is operated by a user. A detecting unit (11) detects a first predetermined operation (push for at least one second, or double click) of the operating element in a normal mode to generate a menu display signal, and detects a second predetermined operation of the operating element in a selection mode to generate an item designation signal. A control unit (3) controls a display unit to display a predetermined type of data in the normal mode. The control unit (3) responds to the menu display signal to set the selection mode and to control the display unit to display a first menu such that items of the first menu are scrolled while each of the items of the first menu is displayed one by one in a predetermined area. The control unit (3) selects a specific one of the items of the first menu in the selection mode in response to the item designation signal input from the detecting unit when the specific item is displayed in the predetermined area. The operating element (10) is also used for acknowledgement.
Patent GB-2324907-A (GB)
Title: Wedge-based bulb with ribs or grooves for allowing easy coating of bulb
Inventor: IZAWA TAKESHI
IPC: F21V9/08
Filed: 1998-04-09
Abstract: To eliminate the need for a cap provided only for coloring the light of a wedge-base bulb 1, and to eliminate the requirement for a multi-colored front lens of a vehicle identification lamp, a colored coating 10 is formed on the surface of a glass bulb 2 of a wedge-base bulb. The bulb is dipped in a color coating and a rib 30 and/or groove 31 is provided between the bulb and a base portion of the wedge-base bulb to prevent the coating from adhering to the base portion where terminals 8 are disposed.
Patent GB-2321558-A (GB)
Title: Chip resistor and method for manufacturing the same
Inventor: HIRANO TATSUKI
IPC: H01C1/142
Filed: 1997-08-26
Abstract: A chip resistor which can detect an overcurrent with high accuracy is provided with an insulating substrate, a resistance section provided on the substrate, and a pair of electrode sections. Each electrode section has a surface electrode and the resistance section is composed of a lower resistance film which is connected to each of the surface electrodes of the electrode sections and provided on the surface of the insulating substrate, and an upper resistance film which is connected to the surface electrodes and provided on the surface of the lower resistance film. The sheet resistivity of the upper resistance film is made lower than that of the lower resistance film. A method for easily, efficiently and inexpensively manufacturing the chip resistor.