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Patent GB-2393916-A (GB)
Title: Path puzzle, e.g. for travelling salesman problem.
Inventor: MACKINTOSH STANLEY
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 2002-10-08
Abstract: A puzzle consists of a base 1 provided with a number of uprights 2 so that its is possible to route a line 4 around the uprights and measure the length of the line. In particular, the line may form a path which touches all the uprights in the shortest possible distance, touching each upright only once, as in the travelling salesman problem. The base may be a three dimensional surface e.g. a sphere. One or more of the uprights may be provided with a slot 3 for accommodating the line. The puzzle may be used to aid in the teaching of mathematical problems. The posts may be removable allowing repositioning to change the configuration of the puzzle, and they may be numbered or otherwise identified in some way. X-y coordinates may be marked on the base.
Patent GB-2398481-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for maintaining asbestos containing roofs
Inventor: MONAHAN MATTHEW PETER
IPC: B09B3/00
Filed: 2002-12-09
Abstract: An apparatus (10) for maintaining a roof (100) containing asbestos comprises a washing device. The washing device has: an inlet (20) for receiving high pressure water; one or more nozzles (22) for expelling the water substantially towards the roof (100) in use; and means for substantially preventing the expelled water from being deflected to the atmosphere and for deflecting water substantially towards the roof (100). The means includes one or more roof contacting members (30), wherein the profile of the or each roof contacting member (30) is complementary to the profile of the roof (100), the or each roof contacting member (30) being arranged to contact the surface of the roof (100). The apparatus (10) further comprises filtering means to substantially filter asbestos from the expelled water. Also claimed is a similar apparatus where the means for preventing the water being expelled to atmosphere lacks the roof profile matching feature, but wherein a coating applicator for applying a coating to the cleaned root is provided. A method comprises directing one or more jets of high pressure water at the roof, preventing the jets from being deflected to atmosphere, redirecting any deflected water towards the roof, and filtering the expelled water to filter out asbestos particles.
Patent GB-2397584-A (GB)
Title: Security anchor
Inventor: JANES PAUL COLIN
IPC: B60R25/09
Filed: 2002-12-12
Abstract: A security device comprises a base plate 2 which may be bolted to the ground and to which is pivoted at 11 a loop 6 contained within a recess 3, and a cover 1 screwed by security screws to base 2: an additional weld 5 may add strength. In use the loop of the device, which is strong enough to be driven over, is used to anchor e.g. a motor cycle to a garage floor or drive.
Patent GB-2386954-A (GB)
Title: An electrophoresis separation system
Inventor: AUTON KEVIN ANDREW
IPC: G01N27/447
Filed: 2003-02-12
Abstract: An electrophoresis device for use in separating a mixture of analytes in a fluid sample is provided, the device comprising a first dimension separation medium 102 through which the analytes may migrate, the separation medium being carried on one face of a flexible sheet 101, the surface area of that face being greater than that of the region of contact between the separation medium 102 and the sheet, wherein the first dimension separation medium is located within a first separation zone which is defined at least partly by the flexible sheet, the device further comprising a fluid chamber 105, separated from the first dimension separation zone by the flexible sheet 101, in which fluid may be retained in contact with that face of the sheet opposite to the face on which the separation medium is carried. The device may additionally comprise a second separation zone, in which a second separation medium may be located, in order to carry out a second dimension electrophoretic separation. In use the pressure of the fluid may be varied to deform the flexible sheet 101 to define isolated zones of separation medium. The separation medium may further comprise an immobilised pH gradient (IPG). The fluid may be utilised as a temperature regulating fluid. transferring heat to or from the separation medium via the flexible sheet 101.
Patent GB-2382773-A (GB)
Title: A removeable protector for a sprinkler head
Inventor: VINSON CHRIS A
IPC: B05B15/04
Filed: 2003-03-13
Abstract: A removeable protector (36), for protecting a thermally responsive member (30) of a sprinkler head, comprises first and second shields (38, 40), each with a receiving end (42) and a connecting end (44); a cross member (54) attached to the connecting ends of the shields; and a releasable fastener (68) for attaching the protector to the sprinkler head. Each of the shields have a protective surface (46) which, in use, are positioned to protect portions of the thermally responsive member that are exposed to potential contact with external objects. The cross member provides an appropriate amount of spacing between the two shields to permit clearance for accommodating various sprinkler head components, e.g. depending arms (70). The removeable protector is ideally used for protecting the thermally responsive member during storage, transport, handling and installation.
Patent GB-2386931-A (GB)
Title: A flow induced mechanical seal for a rotating shaft
Inventor: RODDIS ALAN JAMES
IPC: F16J15/34
Filed: 2003-03-18
Abstract: A flow induced mechanical seal comprises a flow inducer, the flow inducer further comprising a stationary part and a rotating part (see 1, 2 in Fig. 2), and has a first member 13 having a radially indented face 15, and a second member 7 having a radially and outwardly inclined surface 16. The outwardly inclined surface 16 is spaced from and faces the radially indented face 15. One of the radially indented face 15 and the outwardly inclined surface 16 is located in the stationary part and the other of the radially indented face 15 and the outwardly inclined surface 16 is located on the rotary part.
Patent GB-2401046-A (GB)
Title: Perfume-dispensing adapter for use in a bubble generator for spa
Inventor: WU SHU CHIH
IPC: A61H33/02
Filed: 2003-04-28
Abstract: A perfume-dispensing adapter for use in a bubble generator for SPA is constructed to include a casing (<B>1</B>) connected between a compressed air source (<B>7</B>) and an air nozzle panel (<B>73</B>) being put in a bathtub for guiding compressed air from the compressed air source (<B>7</B>) into the air nozzle panel (<B>73</B>) for producing air bubbles in the bathtub, a valve (<B>4</B>) supported on a spring member (<B>5</B>) in the casing (<B>1</B>) and adapted to close the casing (<B>1</B>) when the casing (<B>1</B>) receiving no compressed air or to open the casing (<B>1</B>) when the casing receiving compressed air, and a perfume dispenser (<B>6</B>) mounted in the casing (<B>1</B>) and adapted to emit a smell into compressed air passing through the casing (<B>1</B>).
Patent GB-2401117-A (GB)
Title: A method of preventing aluminising and a mask to prevent aluminising
Inventor: BETTRIDGE DAVID FREDERICK
IPC: C23C10/04
Filed: 2003-05-01
Abstract: A mask for masking a metal turbine blade (10) to prevent aluminising of a selected area, the root (12) and the shank (14), of the metal turbine blade (10) comprises a chromising composition (20) arranged on the selected area, the root (12) and the shank (14), of the metal turbine blade (10) and an aluminising mask (22) arranged on the chromising composition (20). The chromising composition consists of a fine chromium containing powder, an inert refractory diluent powder and a halide activator and a binder made into a slurry. The chromising composition contains constituents that will produce a local chromising reaction adjacent the selected area, the root 12 and the shank 14, of the turbine blade (10) where the chromising composition (20) has been applied simultaneously as the remainder, the platform (16) and the aerofoil (18), of the turbine blade (10) are aluminised during the aluminising heat treatment process. The aluminising mask may be a slurry or a powder filled box.
Patent GB-2401185-A (GB)
Title: Shielded apparatus for electrically exploring geological formations
Inventor: HAYMAN ANDREW
IPC: E21B47/01
Filed: 2003-05-02
Abstract: Properties of a geological formation are measured using an apparatus comprising a pad 90 having an outside face 90a which is pressed against the wall of a borehole, a source electrode 4 for injecting current into the formation, a return electrode 5, a set of measurement electrodes 6 mounted on the outside face of the pad between the source electrode and the return electrode and means for measuring the potential difference between measurement electrodes. In order to prevent false measurements due to electric field generated in borehole fluid between the pad and the wall, especially when the wall is uneven, the pad includes electrically conductive shielding means between the source electrode and the measurement electrodes and between the measurement electrodes and the return electrode, said shielding means being flush or almost flush with the outside face of the pad. The shielding means may form the body of the pad itself or be a series of plates attached thereto or embedded therein.
Patent GB-2401445-A (GB)
Title: Web site security model
Inventor: FREEMAN SIMON
IPC: G06F21/44
Filed: 2003-05-08
Abstract: A system model for overcoming problems arising due to fraudulent Internet web site copying, otherwise known as "site spoofing", by providing a method of connecting a first terminal to another terminal hosting a web site over a network using a web browser. The method including the step of causing the web browser to consult with a storage system, known as a trusted third party system, to check the security status of a required site. The browser determines whether the site is registered with the storage system as a secure site. This determination is made by obtaining a cryptographic key from the trusted third party site and encrypting a number sent to the website. A fraudulent site will be unable to read the message.
Patent GB-2401900-A (GB)
Title: Method of manufacturing a panel
Inventor: ALBERTELLI ALDINO
IPC: B32B37/00
Filed: 2003-05-23
Abstract: A method of forming a precursor 300 for a door, window or panel, in which a first skin 304 is attached to a first surface of an open cell foam 302 and a second skin (not shown) is attached to the precursor in a separate step. The second skin may be attached by an adhesive to a second, opposing surface of the open cell foam 302. Prior to attaching the second skin the precursor may be, for example, trimmed or varnished, may be adapted to receive one or more pieces of glazing and may also be modified to receive one or more fittings, for example a handle. Also included is a door, window or panel including a foam core which has a layer of adhesive therein.
Patent GB-2393683-A (GB)
Title: Circular saw with removable blade cover
Inventor: WILLER MARK
IPC: B27G19/04
Filed: 2003-09-30
Abstract: A circular saw comprises a housing 40, a saw blade 15 driven by a motor 30, a removable cover 95 and a semi-circular cover 200. The removable cover 95 covers the semi-circular cover 200 and both partially surround the saw blade 15. The removable cover 95 is locked to the housing 40 using a fastening 170 which does not require the use of tools and defines a cavity between two walls 110 and 115 into which waste is deflected via a slot 100 between the housing 40 and the semicircular cover 200 by means of a tab 105. A window 106 in the removable cover 95 facilitates monitoring the amount of waste present. The removable cover may be locked onto the housing using an over centre latch 170 on the housing 40 which is engageable with a recess 160 in the removable cover 95, a threaded fastener, a belt which fits into a ratchet mechanism or a belt with apertures to receive pins.
Patent GB-2408813-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring a data processing system using event metadata
Inventor: CHESSELL AMANDA ELIZABETH
IPC: G06F9/44
Filed: 2003-12-04
Abstract: Event-generation metadata is used to control the run-time environment of a system implementing a component architecture. A service provider program, e.g. a container 40, implementing a component architecture is provided with event-generation functions that are configurable by the metadata to generate and send events. The metadata can be implemented as properties of an EJB (Enterprise Javabeans (RTM)) deployment descriptor associated with a program component, e.g. javabean 30, for configuring event-generation functions of the EJB container 40 to generate and send events to an events service 110. The events can be used to monitor processing of an application.
Patent GB-2408968-A (GB)
Title: Shopping trolley body
Inventor: BROWN ALASTAIR THOMAS HARPER
IPC: B62B5/00
Filed: 2003-12-09
Abstract: A shopping trolley body of which all or portions of the leading verical edge corners and or those to the front and sides of the base where they meet the vertical sides of the body are of rounded section along all or part of their length, and are either moulded or formed from sheet material in either metal or plastic. Their incorporation into the structure can either be integral or otherwise, but their principal function is to minimise injury to persons or property in the event of an impact with the trolley body. An added benefit is that these areas can be utelised for either advertising or the application of a high visibility surface treatment to maximise safety in areas such as carparks.
Patent GB-2410946-A (GB)
Title: Luminescence emitting lanthanide organic ternary complexes comprising a bis(sulphonyl)imide ligand & a bi- or tri- dentate heterocyclic ring (system)
Inventor: BINNEMANS KOEN
IPC: C09K11/06
Filed: 2004-02-10
Abstract: A method for obtaining an intense luminescence, [said method] comprises the steps of preparing a complex comprising a lanthanide, 1 or more bis(sulfonyl)imide ligands and 1 or more bidentate or tridentate heterocyclic rings and irradiating the complex with a wavelength in the range of 25 nm above or under the maximum of the excitation spectrum of said complex measured in the range of the luminescence wavelength of the lanthanide, hereby excluding the direct excitation in the lanthanide of said complexes. Such a lanthanide organic ternary complex may be used as luminescence emitting complexes in advanced optically amplifying material for data communications and telecommunications applications. They exhibit near-IR and visible light luminescence. A lanthanide organic ternary complex according to following formula I are claimed per se, wherein: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=47 WI=50 LX=721 LY=1118 TI=CF> <UL ST="-"> <LI>the dotted lines represent one double bond, which is dispersed over several bonds; <LI>n is any integer from 1, 2, 3 or 4; <LI>L is selected from the group of lanthanides; <LI>B is selected from neutral bidentate and tridentate heterocyclic rings, optionally substituted with one or more R<8>; </UL> R<1>, R<2>, X & Y are as defined in claim 1; and with the proviso that: at least one of R<1,> R<2>, X or Y contains hydrogen.
Patent GB-2413116-A (GB)
Title: Separable electric cart chassis frames
Inventor: LIN SAMUEL
IPC: F16B17/00
Filed: 2004-04-16
Abstract: A frame of an electric cart includes a separable front part (11, fig 1) and rear part (12, fig 1). The rear part (12) has a connecting member 5 holding a spring loaded pin 6 which latches into a hole 21 in a locating member 2 of the front part (11). During fitting, a conical portion 67 of the pin 6 against a slope 23 adjacent to a gap 22 communicating with the hole 21. The spring 63 is compressed and a thin pin portion 66 passes through the gap 22. A stop portion 64 wider than the gap 22 is positioned through the hole 21 when the parts (11, 12) are fully connected. A lever 31 and fastening member 3 may be provided to further secure the connection. Disengagement of the parts (11, 12) may be effected by pressing an end of the pin 6.
Patent GB-2399669-A (GB)
Title: Associating data with an article
Inventor: PINCHEN STEPHEN PAUL
IPC: G07D7/20
Filed: 2002-12-06
Abstract: Unique composite indicia or markings are applied to a succession of articles. A code (e.g. an alphanumeric code) may be derived from the composite indicium and may be later accessed for identifying or verifying the article with the indicium. The indicium may be recorded, or logged, at any time before it is needed. Information may be send to and retrieved from the database using the Internet, an Intranet, a radio frequency identification (RFID)-capable interface, or a wireless service such as a short message service (SMS).
Patent GB-2396840-A (GB)
Title: Method of determining a hold pressure control start pressure for resin injection molding
Inventor: ODAKA KOUICHI
IPC: B29C45/76
Filed: 2003-03-11
Abstract: A hold pressure control start pressure for resin injection molding is determined by finding a pressure (Ps) at which a pressure curve (H) representing the pressure on a resin melt inside the mold cavity forms a valley (J) occurring first after a peak of the pressure curve, and setting the thus found pressure (Ps) as a hold pressure control start pressure that is used for performing pressure control during a subsequent resin molding operation. Since the hold pressure control start pressure is determined on the basis of the pressure curve, it is essentially possible to obtain a setting pressure value for such hold pressure control start pressure through a single run of test injection molding process.
Patent GB-2418843-A (GB)
Title: Recliner mechanism with deformable shock absorbing element
Inventor: HAGLUND LENNART
IPC: B60N2/48
Filed: 2004-10-11
Abstract: A recliner mechanism for a vehicle seat includes a support plate (7) mounted on the squab (2) of the seat, and a support plate (11) mounted on the back rest (3) of the seat. There is a pivotal interconnection (10) between the plates to enable the back rest to be reclined. The pivotal interconnection is initially retained by a spring (20), in a retaining part (15) of an elongate slot (14). When the back rest (3) is subjected to a rearward force, such as by a seat occupant in a rear impact situation, the spring is deformed and the pivot shaft moves along the slot (14), enabling the back rest (3) to move rearwardly. An energy absorbing element (17) is provided which deforms, whilst absorbing energy, during this second movement of the back rest. Preferably during a collision the headrest 4 moves upward and forward by means of connecting links 22, 23, 24, 25.
Patent GB-2420400-A (GB)
Title: An illuminated power tool
Inventor: WALKER ANDREW
IPC: B25B21/00
Filed: 2004-11-17
Abstract: An illuminated screwdriver 10 comprises an illumination device 18 for illuminating a work area, wherein the illumination device 18 is disposed in front of a gearbox 14. The illuminated screwdriver 10 is also provided with an extension piece 22 with a prop shaft 24, which is fixedly attached to an output spindle 16 of the gearbox 14. A tool-bit socket 30 is provided at the other end of the extension piece 22 and is driven by the prop shaft 24. The extension piece 22 is provided with a light / optical waveguide 40 for directing light onto the work area. The illuminated screwdriver 10 is operable in two modes, with of without the extension piece 22, and sufficient illumination of the work area is provided in both modes.
Patent GB-2405657-A (GB)
Title: Tool module connector for use in directional drilling
Inventor: GURJAR RISHI
IPC: E21B47/01
Filed: 2003-06-05
Abstract: A tool module interconnect (10) for interconnecting to adjoining modules for insertion in a drill string features a system which permits making the electrical interconnection before assembly of the mechanical connections to interconnect the tool modules together. The interconnect comprises a hollow interconnect body (18) open at both ends. A wire harness (18) is provided in the hollow body with terminal end connectors (26, 28) accessible from the respective open end of the interconnect body. The interconnect is adapted for attachment to adjoining modules, where at least one end has a rotatable threaded sleeve (24) for connection to a tool module by a threaded collar.
Patent GB-2412919-A (GB)
Title: Polishing composition
Inventor: ISHIHARA NAOYUKI
IPC: B24B37/00
Filed: 2005-03-18
Abstract: A polishing composition includes colloidal silica. The colloidal silica has such a particle diameter as to satisfy the relationship of the inequality: DSA   &  DN4, between an average primary particle diameter DSA of the colloidal silica calculated on the basis of a BET*method and an average secondary particle diameter DN4 of the colloidal silica measured by a laser diffraction method. The colloidal silica has the average secondary particle diameter DN4 of 30 nm or smaller. The polishing composition can inhibit a polishing rate from remarkably decreasing due to clogging in a polishing pad. (*BET refers to the Brunauer-Emmett-Teller equation).
Patent GB-2429592-A (GB)
Title: Data transfer by IR laser detected by thermal variations
Inventor: RATHBONE THOMAS
IPC: H04B10/22
Filed: 2005-08-27
Abstract: The invention provides a receiver 120 having a sensor 114 configured to output a signal representative of temperature variation detected at the sensor 114. A decoder 118 connected to the sensor 114 decodes the signal detected by the sensor 114 and outputs a stream of data which has been encoded in the temperature variation. The receiver 120 may be for use with a microprocessor 202, for example the microprocessor 202 of a memory tag 200 which includes a voltage regulator 210 in power circuitry 206. A system 100 and method 300 for transferring data are also provided. Transmitter 108, may be a laser. The transmitter 108 transmits a beam of electromagnetic radiation 110, which may be Infra-red. As the sensor 120 detects thermal variations, it may be situated behind an opaque layer(s) of material 112.
Patent GB-2428455-A (GB)
Title: A plumbing apparatus
Inventor: TRICKETT ROBERT
IPC: F16L3/18
Filed: 2005-12-09
Abstract: A plumbing apparatus comprises a fitting body 22 having first 24 and second 26 ends and which is insertable through an aperture in a template 12 such that it protrudes from the first 32 and second 34 sides of the template, said template adapted for being secured to a support 16, the first end of the fitting body being connectable to a plumbing fixture (not shown) and said second end being connectable to a plumbing pipe 28, and there existing a biasing means 36 which is located either on the second end of the fitting or the second side of the template and being engagable with the other such that it urges the first end of the fitting body towards the template, the extent to which the first end protrudes from the template therefore being adjustable by a user.
Patent GB-2421869-A (GB)
Title: Rotationally locking mounting of surveillance camera head assembly
Inventor: JONES THEODORE L
IPC: H04N5/225
Filed: 2005-12-28
Abstract: A surveillance camera assembly comprises a mounting apparatus 14, attachable to a mounting surface 23, and a camera head assembly 10 made up of a camera head 16 and base 18. Camera head assembly 10 is secured to the mount by moving toward the mount along axis 22, ten rotating about axis 22; the rotation locks together the base and mounting apparatus. The camera head 16 and base 18 are rotationally locked together - no relative rotation - while the assembly is rotated relative to the mount, i.e. from the position shown in Figure 7, but are relatively rotatable once head and mount are rotationally locked together, Figure 8. The camera base and associated head have respective co-operating rotational locking elements 94, 100a, 100b (Figure 5) and 120 (Figure 2) which are biased together, by a ridge 34, before and during attachment of the head/base to the mount; afterwards, past ridge 34 and in slot 36, they move apart, allowing relative movement.