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Patent GB-2419481-A (GB)
Title: Digital-to-analogue conversion arrangement
Inventor: ZEBEDEE PATRICK
IPC: H03M1/10
Filed: 2004-10-22
Abstract: A digital-to-analogue conversion arrangement (33) comprises first and second groups of the same number of bi-directional bufferless digital-to-analogue converters (6,6'). The output of at least one converter in each group is connected to a respective capacitive load (CLOAD, CLOAD,). During a calibration phase of operation the converter inputs receive first and second different codes representing the same output level. The arrangement (33) also comprises a respective switched capacitor network (7,7') connected to each converter output, a comparator (8) for comparing the output voltages of the first and second groups, and a control circuit (9). The control circuit (9) controls the capacitor networks (7,7') in response to the comparator so as to make the output voltages of the first and second groups substantially equal.
Patent GB-2419614-A (GB)
Title: Organosilane based composition for consolidation
Inventor: KOTLAR HANS KRISTIAN
IPC: E21B43/02
Filed: 2004-10-29
Abstract: A method for consolidating a foundation involves contacting the formation with a material capable of increasing residual matrix strength of particulate fines whilst minimising any decrease in their permeability. A preferred material for use is organosilane possibly including an amine group. Said material may be produced by an enzyme system including an enzyme such as urease in combination with urea.
Patent GB-2420395-A (GB)
Title: Vibration damping apparatus for a helicopter rotor system
Inventor: MARTYN GERALD HENRY
IPC: F16F9/16
Filed: 2004-11-18
Abstract: A damping apparatus 10 for damping vibrations in a helicopter rotor system includes a piston 11 which is reciprocally movable in a hydraulic fluid filled damper chamber 16, piston 11 movement in either direction being restricted by fluid pressure in the damper chamber 16 behind the piston 11, which resistance provides damping forces which act to oppose piston 11 movement, the piston 11 being connected to one component of the system and the damper chamber 16 being connected to a second component of the system. The fluid at at least a first side 21 of the piston 11 acts on a movable part 32 which is movable in response to changing fluid pressure in the damper chamber 16 at the first side 21 of the piston 11 as the piston 11 moves, the movable member 32 providing a relief volume for the fluid into which and from which fluid may flow from and towards the first side 21 of the piston 11 without passing to an opposite second side 22 of the piston 11.
Patent GB-2421572-A (GB)
Title: Radiotherapeutic apparatus
Inventor: PUTAALA MIIKKA
IPC: G01S15/89
Filed: 2004-12-22
Abstract: An apparatus for planning the radiotherapeutic treatment of a volume of tissue, comprising a sonographic apparatus for acquiring acoustic data relating to the volume, an apparatus for reconstruction of an internal structure of the volume on the basis of the acoustic data, and an apparatus for classification of the material type within that internal structure to one or more tissue types. A three-dimensional motion-tracking device for the sonographic device will assist. The sonographic device will typically be an ultrasound probe. The tissue type data can be passed to a dosage calculation means for determination of radiation dosage.
Patent GB-2410472-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable kayak foot brace system
Inventor: CHAMBERS CHRISTOPHER PAUL
IPC: B63H16/02
Filed: 2005-01-28
Abstract: A foot brace system for use in a kayak or similar water craft. The system includes a footrest for engaging both feet of a user, and can retract and extend laterally so as to permit the system to account for variations in the beam of the craft when the footrest is moved fore or aft. The tilt angle and height of the footrest from the floor of the craft can also be adjusted. The system includes a pair of rails which are connected to the footrest via a sliding connection. The fore and aft position of the footrest is locked by a rope and cleat.
Patent GB-2410434-A (GB)
Title: Crystalline forms of a GABAa agonist, Gaboxadol
Inventor: COOPER VINCENT BRETT
IPC: C07D498/04
Filed: 2005-01-28
Abstract: Two new crystalline monhydrates and two new crystalline anhydrates of gaboxadol are disclosed together with methods for preparing them. The methods comprise dissolving an acid salt of gaboxadol in water, adjusting the pH to pH6.5 and either collecting the precipitate immediately or allowing it to age for 12 hours. The crystalline gaboxadol is intended for use in the treatment of neurological or psychiatric disorders.
Patent GB-2407300-A (GB)
Title: Anticipative temperature control for thermal transfer overcoating
Inventor: BOLEDA MIQUEL
IPC: B41J2/315
Filed: 2003-08-15
Abstract: Method and apparatus for thermal transfer overcoat technology. Throughput conditions are anticipated 405-421. Multi-stage preheating of the fuser 305 is performed such that active heating during thermal transfer overcoat is eliminated. Thermal waves create an accumulated fuser heat that is a sufficient energy to maintain a substantially constant fuser temperature needed for one whole thermal transfer overcoat cycle.
Patent GB-2426658-A (GB)
Title: A data communications network with call servers and routing servers
Inventor: LUMB PETER
IPC: H04L29/12
Filed: 2005-05-27
Abstract: A data communications network and a method of operation thereof. A data communications network (14) is described which includes a call server (58, 60, 62, 64) for the purpose of signalling, and a routing server (66, 68) for the purpose of routing to permit communication between users of the network. The call server (58, 60, 62, 64) is operable to send a request to the routing server (66, 68) for the purpose of obtaining the identity of another call server (58, 60, 62, 64) to which it is required to communicate. The request is provided with a parameter which relates to the origin of the communication within the data network (14) to enable a desired routing of the communication through the network.
Patent GB-2428801-A (GB)
Title: A minimally invasive monitoring system
Inventor: HANCOCK CHRISTOPHER PAUL
IPC: A61B5/00
Filed: 2005-07-26
Abstract: An instrument to perform minimally invasive measurements on various properties of human tissue is based on using energy concentrated in the microwave region of the electromagnetic spectrum and the measurement of transmitted and/or reflected information. Miniature needle antenna structures mounted on biocompatible patches are also disclosed. Said antenna structures may be inserted into the human anatomy in a similar manner to acupuncture needles. The instrument may be used to perform direct measurement of information concerning the state of the biological system, for example, the glucose level. The measurement system comprises: a source of microwave energy (10, 30 40), a means of transmitting and receiving energy (140, 60, 61, 141) and means of monitoring energy levels (20, 21, 22, 23), a means of detecting phase and magnitude information (100), a means of signal processing (110), and a means of outputting information (120).
Patent GB-2430417-A (GB)
Title: Manually powered conveyance with automatic torque control
Inventor: JONES JAMES
IPC: B62M1/24
Filed: 2005-09-22
Abstract: The conveyance, e.g. a recumbent bicycle has a frame supported on wheels and , a seat mounted on the frame, and a pair of foot-operated pedals 17 carried by respective lever arms 15 which are each pivoted 13 to the frame so that the pedals move along a generally arcuate reciprocating path. Each of the lever arms is operably coupled to the rear wheel via a respective drive chain 20 and a freewheel ratchet mechanism incorporated in the wheel hub. The drive chains 20 travel around torque control sprockets 28 which can move along the respective lever arm 15 against a spring bias 31 such that increased drive effort causes the sprockets to travel towards the pivot 13. The drive ratio thus changes automatically to increase the torque applied to the driven wheel under increased loading. The two drive arrangements can be operated independently so that the operator can use one foot at a time or both together for increased effort. The drive ratio can be remotely held by hydraulically fixing the position of the drive sprockets 28, by means of a damper 43 controlled by a lock-off valve 48.
Patent GB-2419932-A (GB)
Title: Missile cap attachment
Inventor: BAUMGART JOERG
IPC: F41G11/00
Filed: 2005-10-18
Abstract: The invention relates to a ballistic cap attachment 10, for a radiation-transparent dome 12 of a missile, comprising a radiation-transparent outer structure 22, which is aerodynamically improved as against the spherical form, and radiation-transparent correction optics 24 which can be attached at the front of the dome 12. By means of the ballistic cap attachment 10, it is possible to retrofit older missiles so that they have a longer range without any need to intervene in the existing structure of the missile. Outer structure 22 may be conical, ogival or paraboloidal and may be made of magnesium fluoride. Correction optics 24 may comprise germanium lenses.
Patent GB-2415379-A (GB)
Title: Methyl-ß-orcinolcarboxylate from lichen (everniasrum cirrhatum) for use for the treatment of fungal infections and cancer
Inventor: KHANUJA SUMAN PREET SINGH
IPC: A61P31/10
Filed: 2003-03-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to the new use of an already known biomolecule methyl-  b  -orcinol carboxylate of formula (I) isolated from a lichen (Everniastrum cirrhatum), for treating pathogenic fungal infections of humans that are resistant to polyene and azole antibiotics such as amphotericin B, nystatin, clotrimazole etc.
Patent GB-2422730-A (GB)
Title: SIM card connector with L-shaped slot
Inventor: UCHIDA SHINJI
IPC: H01R13/62
Filed: 2006-01-26
Abstract: A card connector has a main body 1 and a card holding tray 2. The tray has tabs 19 which are held in L-shaped holes 16 in the body. This allows the tray to pivot to allow a SIM card to be inserted, and then to move longitudinally so that tabs 18 lock behind hooks 14.This holds the card securely in place against vibration. A spring 20 may push the tray up when it is unlocked, and this spring and the spring contacts 11 push against the tray when it is shut, the latter via the card. A convex portion (16a, Fig 5A) keeps the tray in the locked position.
Patent GB-2424536-A (GB)
Title: In-ear earphone with cushioning
Inventor: DONALDSON MARK
IPC: G10K11/178
Filed: 2006-03-30
Abstract: An ear bud type earphone 1 comprises a cushion with first 7 and second 8 regions having different acoustic properties. The second region may have greater acoustic impedance than the first region and may be located between the first region and the housing 3 of the earpiece. The cushion may be provided as a separate unit. The intra aural earphone may comprise both a speaker 4 and a microphone 2 and the microphone may be provided in front of the speaker and adjacent (in use) to the user's ear canal. A noise cancelling system for an earphone comprising both a speaker and a microphone is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2436172-A (GB)
Title: Stackable instrument module with two modes of use
Inventor: YEAP BOON LEONG
IPC: G01R1/04
Filed: 2007-03-06
Abstract: An instrument module system includes a first instrument module 103 which is constructed from a measurement board enclosed by a first protective instrument module casing. In a first mode of use, the first instrument module 103 is additionally enclosed within a housing 1200 configured to allow instrument modules 103 to be stacked vertically on top of each other. Additional instrument modules are enclosed in additional housings 1200 with securing sections 1217 at the tops and bottoms of the housings to secure the housings to each other in a vertical stacked configuration (figure 14). In a second mode of use, the instrument modules 103 are removed from housings 1200 and are inserted into a chassis containing a backplane for connection to the modules (figure 3).
Patent GB-2433400-A (GB)
Title: Transmitting frequency offset compensation data
Inventor: FEI FAN
IPC: H04L27/00
Filed: 2003-10-01
Abstract: A base station 900 receives a signal from a mobile station 902 and the base station calculates, based on the received signal, an estimate   w  ' of the carrier frequency offset between the mobile station and the base station. The base station encodes the carrier frequency offset estimate   w  ', along with transmission data TX, and supplies this in a modulation signal to the mobile station. Decode block 912 in the mobile station 902 obtains   w  ' from the received signal and supplies   w  ' to frequency offset compensation block 410, which adjusts its processing of received signals to compensate for offset. The mobile station does not independently generate an estimate of the carrier frequency offset between the first station and the second station.
Patent GB-2441604-A (GB)
Title: A spacer for laying bricks and blocks
Inventor: WALL TERENCE DAVID
IPC: E04B1/02
Filed: 2007-04-26
Abstract: A spacer for laying bricks and blocks may be manufactured form concrete, clay, glass, stainless steel or plastic. A method of using the spacer to build a brick or block wall is also described.
Patent GB-2449928-A (GB)
Title: Electrochemical thin-film transistor
Inventor: KUGLER THOMAS
IPC: G01N27/414
Filed: 2007-06-08
Abstract: An electrochemical transistor (ECT) comprises an electrolyte 18 including an ionic liquid. The ECT comprises a source electrode 14, a drain electrode 12, a semiconductor layer 16 bridging the gap between the source 14 and drain electrodes 12 to form a transistor channel, and a gate electrode 20 separated from the source electrode 14, the drain electrode 12 and the semiconductor layer 16. The semiconductor layer 16 preferably comprises an organic semiconductor material. The electrolyte 18 contacts at least a part of both the semiconductor layer 16 and the gate electrode. The use of an ionic liquid electrolyte reduces degradation of the organic semiconductor material and improves the environmental and electrochemical stability of the ECT. The ECT are used as pixel switches in an electrochromic display device.
Patent GB-2451085-A (GB)
Title: Long vehicle turn indicators
Inventor: ENSSLIN JOHANNES
IPC: B60Q1/40
Filed: 2007-07-17
Abstract: A turn indicator system for a vehicle which may be towing one or more trailers (11) is provided. The system comprises a manual turn indicator initiating means (25a) to manually activate or deactivate the operation of turn indicators (23.24), and sensing means (28) to sense the steering angle of the wheels (11). Electronic control means (27) are provided to receive the steering angle signal and switch the de-activation of the operation of the turn indicators to electronic control when the steering angle signal exceeds a first predetermined value (preferably 12 degrees). When under electronic control deactivation occurs when the steering angle signal falls to a second predetermined value (preferably 3.5 degrees). A time delay may be included which delays deactivating the indicator according to vehicle length and speed. The vehicle length may be programmed in by an operator. The system prevents the premature deactivation of indicators in longer vehicles such as tractors or lorries.
Patent GB-2439881-A (GB)
Title: Pyrrolobenzodiazepines
Inventor: GREGSON STEPHEN JOHN
IPC: A61K31/5517
Filed: 2006-04-21
Abstract: Compounds of the formula: (I) or solvate thereof, wherein: R<2> is an optionally substituted C5-20 aryl group; R<6> and R<9> are independently selected from H, R, OH, OR, SH, SR, NH2, NHR, NRR', nitro, Me3Sn and halo; where R and R' are independently selected from optionally substituted C1-12 alkyl, C3-20 heterocyclyl and C5-20 aryl groups; R<7> selected from H, R, OH, OR, SH, SR, NH2, NHR, NHRR', nitro, Me3Sn and halo; R'' is a C3-12 alkylene group, which chain may be interrupted by one or more heteroatoms and/or aromatic rings; X is selected from O, S, or NH; z is 2 or 3; M is a monovalent pharmaceutically acceptable cation; R<2,>, R<6,>, R<7,>, R<9,>, X' and M' are selected from the same groups as R<2>, R<6>, R<7>, R<9>, X and M respectively, or M and M' may together represent a divalent pharmaceutically acceptable cation.
Patent GB-2455803-A (GB)
Title: Interactive electronic programme guide (EPG)
Inventor: RAINE SARAH
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2007-12-21
Abstract: The provision of an enhanced interactive electronic programme guide (IEPG, EPG, IPG) which allows the user to manage the display of a significant amount of information relating to television (TV) programmes. The user can control the level of zoom within interactive EPG so that more or fewer programmes are displayed on screen at one time. The information provided to the user at the various levels of zoom might differ, for instance when the user is zoomed in the interactive EPG may display synopsis information relating to the programme. The user can also restrict/filter the displayed programmes by selecting options, for instance restricting the display to a particular genre or type of TV programme. The display space can contain a grid of user selectable programmes and the user can modify the grid by dragging a mouse or other input device. The interactive EPG may provide a place to display a content image associated with the programmes.
Patent GB-2452604-A (GB)
Title: Charging apparatus fan filter
Inventor: REJMAN MARCIN
IPC: F04D29/42
Filed: 2008-08-28
Abstract: Charging apparatus comprises a housing which has at least one bladed fan, an air inlet opening, and a filter 16 which is arranged at the air inlet opening and has a plurality of openings 17 which are at least half as large as the minimum spacing Smin of the fan blades 22. The ratio of the diagonal cross-section Omax of each filter opening 17 to the blade spacing Smin may be between 0.5 and 1.5, and may further be between 1 and 1.3. The filter 16 may be grid shaped, of unitary construction, and formed integrally with at least part of the housing. The filter 16 may also be coated to have a self-cleaning effect. The charging apparatus may be for a battery of an electric hand tool.
Patent GB-2466304-A (GB)
Title: A support sling with an adjustable support surface
Inventor: FIELD MARCELLE ANNE-MARIE
IPC: A61G7/10
Filed: 2008-12-20
Abstract: A flexible sling suitable for supporting a patient including means for adjusting the dimensions of a supporting surface of the sling. The sling may be made of fabric and have a plurality of draw string adjustment mechanisms to alter the dimensions of various elements of the sling's support surface. These may be placed in the lumbar, pelvic, thoracic, cervical or leg regions and can be used to ensure the correct posture is achieved by a user. The draw string may utilise webbing stitched between two layers of the sling body and include a buckle or toggle A. Loops or clips may be provided on the ends of lifting straps C to engage with a hoist.
Patent GB-2471279-A (GB)
Title: Protective enclosure for battery charger
Inventor: RICE DEREK WILLIAM
IPC: H02J7/00
Filed: 2009-06-22
Abstract: A robust metal enclosure is designed to protect high frequency chargers against mechanical impact, whilst containing suitably engineered ventilation slots to provide adequate air cooling (Figure 3, page 1) necessary for the correct functioning of the charger. Air is drawn into the box through ventilation slots 'a' and exhausted through ventilation slots ' b' and 'c'. For ease of installation, maintenance and servicing, external connections are provided for AC mains voltage input plug ('a', Figure 5, page 2) and battery charger DC output voltage ('b', Figure 5 page 2). A surface mounted indicator can be provided 'e', Figure 5, page 2) to show charging status. A mains isolator provides a mechanical connection to the charger isolator switch ('c', Figure 5, page 2). A cable retainer is provided at the rear of the enclosure to reduce the risk of damage to cables when not in use (Fig 4, page 1). The retainer also includes simple fixing points for wall mounting. The enclosure is manufactured in different sizes to accommodate a range of high frequency chargers.
Patent GB-2476497-A (GB)
Title: Transferring electromagnetic energy to a vehicle
Inventor: VOLLENWYDER KURT
IPC: B60L5/00
Filed: 2009-12-23
Abstract: Energy is transferred to a vehicle such as a light rail vehicle by conductors transmitting an alternating electromagnetic field to a receiver 1a, 1b in the vehicle. The conductors are arranged in consecutive segments T1, T2 along the vehicle path that can be switched on and off separately of other segments and the vehicle has a transmitter 2a that emits an enable signal towards track receptors to enable operation of the segment when a vehicle is over the segment. Transmission of the enable signal is stopped if the vehicle receiver or any device combined with it is not to be operated. The vehicle can have two transmitters 2a, 2b emitting intermittent digitally coded enable signals, positioned one in front and one behind the signal receiver, which can extend along the vehicle path. A transmitter controller 3a can comprise switches and fuses and interrupts the enable signal in response to the over-temperature of the receiver or a current converter, or to the operability of a vehicle system using the received energy. Inverters can supply a constant current in each segment loop, more than one of which can be operated simultaneously.
Patent GB-339913-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the manufacture of pilous materials and articles made therefrom
IPC: B01D46/00
Filed: 1930-03-29
Abstract: 339,913. Lahaussois, R. March 30, 1929, [Convention date]. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Pile fabrics.-Hair surfaces, e.g, filter plates for gases, are prepared by coating the surfaces with an adhesive, and causing the hairs to be taken from a support on which they rest in bulk, e.g. a glass plate, and so to adhere by one end to the surface by electrostatic action. A surface with long and loose hairs, or with short hairs close together, or a shaggy surface may thus be obtained.
Patent GB-944762-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to self-regulating two-terminal impedance networks and their use in telephone system substation circuits
Inventor: LANE PETER JOHN
IPC: H04M1/76
Filed: 1961-03-20
Abstract: 944,762. Substation circuits; transistor circuits. ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES Ltd. Feb. 19, 1962 [March 20, 1961], No. 10085/61. Headings H3T, H4K and H4R. A two terminal self-regulating impedance network TTN which, connected in series with the line winding of an induction coil of a substation cirouit, varies its impedance in dependence on the magnitude of the direct current flowing in the line wires from the exchange comprises a transistor VT whose emitter collector impedance varies inversely as the impedance of diode MR1 whose impedance is dependent on the current flowing through it, thus if the current in the line is low, corresponding to the substation situated relatively far from the exchange the impedance of MR1 is high and the emitter base bias of transistor VT is such that the transistor is turned on and the audio signal is passed between the line and the transducers with little attenuation, when the line current is high, however, corresponding to the substation being close to the exchange, diode MR1 is low impedance, transistor VT is cut off and the signal passing between the line and the transducers is attenuated. If the polarity of the direct current over the exchange lines is not likely to be reversed, the bridge rectifier MRB may be omitted, and terminals 4 and 3 connected directly in the substation circuit.