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Patent GB-2413793-A (GB)
Title: Method of producing carbon nanotubes using cooled carbon anodes
Inventor: PINHEIRO JEAN-PATRICK
IPC: C01B31/02
Filed: 2004-05-05
Abstract: A method of producing multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWNT) in an arc discharge reactor which comprises a pair of carbon-rod electrodes in a closed pressure resistant container filled with pure helium where the ends of the carbon-rod electrodes are placed facing each other and where the temperature of anode is controlled by providing active cooling of a section of the anode away from the base of the anode, for example close to the plasma zone at the tip. Also disclosed is a carbon anode for the production of MWNT where the main body of the anode is formed from elementary carbon and is characterised by the tip of the anode having a diameter less than that of the main body of the anode.
Patent GB-2403274-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic circuit for heavy equipment option apparatus using boom confluence spool
Inventor: LEE JAE HOON
IPC: F15B11/16
Filed: 2004-05-19
Abstract: The hydraulic circuit provides pressure compensation and flow distribution in a circuit having a work apparatus 19 and an optional apparatus 4 e.g. a breaker, shear, rotator connected to a variable displacement pump 2 through a main valve arrangement 6 which has respective work and optional apparatus control spools 18, 5. Pump output is controlled by variable pilot pressure reduction in proportional valve 8 corresponding to controller 7 inputs. To prevent optional apparatus overloading whilst maintaining work apparatus speed on simultaneous operation, supply to the optional apparatus is through a poppet valve 13 and an otherwise unused portion of a boom up control spool 14 controlled by a further proportional valve 17. The poppet is controlled by a first spool 15 to close as a pressure compensation valve when the pressure difference across the boom spool is larger than a set value.
Patent GB-2414464-A (GB)
Title: Pallet with closures for leg apertures
Inventor: PROUDLOVE KATHERINE
IPC: B65D19/00
Filed: 2004-05-25
Abstract: A pallet (1) including a deck (2) having upper and lower surfaces (4,6) and a plurality of legs (8) depending from the lower surface of the deck (2) to support the deck above the ground. A plurality of apertures (10) are provided in the upper surface of the deck (2). The apertures (10) are arranged to receive the legs of a second pallet (1a) so that the second pallet can be stacked on the pallet (1) in a nested condition. A plurality of closure elements (12) are associated with the apertures (10) , each said closure element being adjustable to selectively open or close the respective aperture. Preferably, the closure elements are pivotable doors.
Patent GB-2414490-A (GB)
Title: Portable covering structure with arcuate frame
Inventor: MUSGRAVE PAUL BARNABY
IPC: E04H15/36
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: A portable covering structure such as an aircraft hangar comprises a cover material 15, 72, supported by frame assemblies which are arcuate and comprise elements 21 of channel section 22, 23 which are disposed end to end and secured together with plate elements 41 which bridge the channel and are disposed in staggered or lapped relationship thereto. The plates 41 may have studs 42, 43 which co-operate with holes 32, 33 in flanges 30, 31 of the channel elements and keder arrangements 49, 50 and 27, 28 may be provided for outer covering and lining respectively. The channel elements may be joined at their channel bases by clevis pins. The structure may be stabilised by purlins 12, and temporarily braced as at 13 during erection.
Patent GB-2414456-A (GB)
Title: Support apparatus
Inventor: CALLEGARI STEWART
IPC: B60R9/045
Filed: 2004-05-29
Abstract: An apparatus for supporting an object, such as a bicycle or suitcase, on a vehicle is mountable to a body panel of the vehicle and includes one or more arms 14 which are pivotally movable between a first, non-use position, in which the arm lies substantially parallel to the panel and a second, use position in which the arm is inclined to the panel. In the second position, the object can be supported by the or each arm.
Patent GB-2416892-A (GB)
Title: Validating entitlement to online services
Inventor: KAPLAN ROBERT
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2004-07-30
Abstract: A contact-less data carrier is presented to an antenna 205, and the carrier data is sent to an account data Receiver where the data is logged in waiting for the user to activate their wireless enabled computing device using RFID, WIFI or Bluetooth. The user's wireless device receives a home page from the receiver requesting the data carrier's unique data code, 215, which the user enters, 220, to gain access. In the background the account card data receiver forms a link through the Internet to an online HQ audit server coordinator that decodes address data from the data carrier and opens a connection to an online account server that coordinates the transfer of the received carrier data and then transmits the account balance of the data carrier to the user's online linking device. The account server validates whether the data carrier has sufficient credit to access any online service and also maintains a connection in the background to monitor the connection for updating the account balance according to usage.
Patent GB-2417664-A (GB)
Title: Grass trimmer cutting head
Inventor: LIMITED ELECTROLUX OUTDOOR PRO
IPC: A01D34/416
Filed: 2004-09-02
Abstract: A grass trimmer cutting head comprises a main body (1 figure 1), a spool 4 mounted within the main body, and a cutting line 7a, 7b coiled around the spool. The main body (1) is formed with an aperture (8a, 8b) through which the free end of the cutting line (7a, 7b) passes, and a ferrule 9, 10 is positioned within the main body adjacent to the aperture. The ferrule is constituted by a pair of guide members 9, 10 defining a tortuous path for the cutting line therebetween, the guide members each having a shank 9a, 10a and an enlarged end cap 9b, 10b, the cutting line 7a, 7b being positioned, in use, between the two shanks. There may also be a cap (2 figure 1) which covers the spool area.
Patent GB-2419698-A (GB)
Title: Setting the number of redundant processing elements in a multiprocessor
Inventor: TOFTS CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G06F11/20
Filed: 2004-10-29
Abstract: A supercomputer has N computing elements, each connected to a fast communications link. If the link fails, the state of the element connected to the link is transferred to a redundant element in order to continue the operation. The number of idle elements M is selected to satisfy: ```BM[ N, (1-P<T>) ] > S where S is the desired probability of completion within time T and P is the chance of successful operation per unit time of the link. The locations of the spare processing elements may be assigned on a trial and error basis to minimise the run time. The run time may be estimated using the expression: ```(1-R)<n>nTNa+ R  S  i=0<n> (iTNa + (n-1) TRa) where n is the number of computing cycles required, R is the likelihood of failure in any given loop, TNa is the time required for a single loop before a failure and TRa is the time required after a failure.
Patent GB-2414870-A (GB)
Title: Guide for plug
Inventor: PETERS WILLIAM JAMES
IPC: H01R13/631
Filed: 2005-04-20
Abstract: A socket, such as an electrical mains socket, has a face panel 2. The panel has one or more apertures 3, 6 through which pins of the plug pass, and a channel 4 which connects to one of the apertures. This allows blind mating, ie use of the socket in the dark, when it is out of sight or by a visually-impaired person. The pin of the plug is moved over the panel until it engages the channel and is then slid along the channel to guide the plug to the correct place for mating.
Patent GB-2425494-A (GB)
Title: Level Indicating funnel
Inventor: HART MARTYN RICHARD
IPC: B67C11/00
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: A funnel with a bowl 1 and a spout 2 witch includes a tube 4 which runs from a cutaway 6 in the spout vertically upwards through the funnel forming a sealed duct throughout. Beneath the cutaway 6 in the spout 2 is a chamber 3 that encases the bottom of the tube and in which sits a float 8. The float 8 is suspended by a rod 7 which is supported by a crosspiece 5 that sits across the top of the tube and the whole assembly hangs in the tube 4.
Patent GB-2414135-A (GB)
Title: Network address translation in a VoIP system
Inventor: YEOM EUNG-MOON
IPC: H04L29/12
Filed: 2005-05-03
Abstract: An apparatus and method for voice processing of VoIP are disclosed. The method includes: allowing a call server to perform a VoIP application level gateway (ALG) function and to set a public media gateway address corresponding to a private media gateway address of the call server in a packet data unit (PDU) of a VoIP packet to perform VoIP signaling; allowing the call server to set a private signaling address in an IP header of the VoIP packet and to transmit the corresponding VoIP packet to a data server; and allowing the data server to convert the private signaling address set in the IP header of the VoIP packet received from the call server into a public signaling address and to transmit the converted address to a destination though the Internet. Since the data server does not perform the VoIP ALG function but performs only a network address translation/port translation (NAPT) task for the IP header, a task load due to correction of data set in the PDU may be omitted, so that a quality of the VoIP service may be enhanced.
Patent GB-2426463-A (GB)
Title: Fixed odds gaming broadcast system
Inventor: HAWKEN JAMES
IPC: A63F1/00
Filed: 2005-05-13
Abstract: There is disclosed a fixed odds gaming apparatus particularly for use in association with poker to enable remote bettors to bet on a player/hand at a fixed odd. The apparatus may include a reader with each card in the pack being invisibly marked with a machine readable identification. Each card may be read during or after dealing to a player zone and each player's hand of cards is displayed on a remote bettors terminal. When each hand is dealt an odds calculating means incorporated in the broadcast source calculates fixed odds based on the relative value of each hand of cards displayed which are displayed together with the hand on the bettors terminal. The bettor then has a period during which bets may be placed against any hand.
Patent GB-2426430-A (GB)
Title: Waste bins with compaction mechanism
Inventor: CARTAGENOVA ELIO
IPC: B65F1/14
Filed: 2005-05-25
Abstract: An upright waste bin with a compaction mechanism 20 has a straight sided compaction portion 8 for receiving a compaction plate 29 of corresponding size and shape, arranged above a longer, wider waste storage portion 9; the sidewall of the bin is openable (e.g. axially separable into two removable halves) to facilitate removal of the compacted waste. The compaction plate may have a resilient peripheral seal for sealing the plate in the compaction portion while preventing damage to a disposable bag which lines both compaction and storage portions. The compaction mechanism may include a compression rod with two rows of teeth, which are manually operated respectively by a lever for compacting the waste and by a rotating gear for rapidly withdrawing the compaction plate. The reduced length and cross sectional area of the compaction portion allow more effective compaction. A pair of such bins may have a shared compaction mechanism as shown. The mechanism may be powered, e.g. electric or hydraulic.
Patent GB-2426469-A (GB)
Title: Cabin air purifier
Inventor: FAGBEMI OLUWOLE SHAMUSI
IPC: F24F3/16
Filed: 2005-05-28
Abstract: An air purification system that cleans air contained in a vehicle cabin or similar enclosure comprising of a series of filters 5 a compressor 6 and a membrane molecular sieve 9. The air purification system could be used to remove dust, allergens and other airborne contaminants including carbon dioxide produced by the occupants of such enclosure, thereby restoring the oxygen and carbon dioxide concentration to the level found in normal air.
Patent GB-2414018-A (GB)
Title: Deposition of layers on substrates
Inventor: MORRISON FINLAY DOOGAN
IPC: C30B33/00
Filed: 2004-02-05
Abstract: According to the invention we provide a process for filling or lining the pores of a porous silicon, silica or alumina substrate with a material which exhibits voltage-dependent index of refraction n comprising providing precursors for the deposited material as a precursor solution, forming a fine mist of droplets of precursor solution and applying the droplets to the porous substrate. The invention provides for the first time porous silicon, silica and alumina substrates having fill fraction at least 60%. Fill fractions of close to 100% can be achieved. When provided with top and bottom electrodes, filled porous silicon, silica and alumina wafers can be used as voltage-dependent photonic devices. The same process can be used for lining trenches in the surface of a silicon substrate, for instance for use in production of microelectronic devices such as random access memories.
Patent GB-2432433-A (GB)
Title: A validatable data structure having both changeable and unchangeable sections
Inventor: LAIN ANTONIO
IPC: G06F21/64
Filed: 2005-10-29
Abstract: A validatable data structure having a changeable part and an unchangeable part, having respective data content in each. An identifier is incorporated in the unchangeable part, identifying the changeable part. The unchangeable part may also include a policy specifying what changes are permitted to be made to the changeable part, by what entities, and in which circumstances.
Patent GB-2420675-A (GB)
Title: Multi protocol Label switching (MPLS) path fault management
Inventor: MANDAVILLI SWAMY JAGANNADHA
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2005-10-31
Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, a method for managing a network includes monitoring (202) a network using an interior gateway protocol to detect change in the network, and determining (204) effects of the detected network change on Multi Protocol Label Switching paths in the network. For example, the MPLS paths can be the same as IGP best paths. An exemplary embodiment includes managing a Multi Protocol Label Switching network by discovering edge routers in the Multi Protocol Label Switching network, determining possible combinations of Multi Protocol Label Switching path end points based on services provided within the network, selecting discovered edge routers for observation, based on the determined possible combinations, monitoring the selected edge routers, and determining status of Multi Protocol Label Switching paths in the network based on the monitoring.
Patent GB-2423224-A (GB)
Title: Heated floor panel for aircraft
Inventor: PISARSKI NATHAN
IPC: B64C1/18
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: An aircraft floor panel (10) for installation in a to-be-heated area (14) of an aircraft (12) comprises a panel-supporting level (20), a heat-generating level (22), and an upper level (24) having an upper surface (26) that forms the uppermost surface (18) of the panel (10). A thermally conductive primary layer (60) within the upper level (24) comprises strength-imparting elements (64) embedded in a matrix (66). This thermally conductive layer (60) provides the primary impact resistance for the panel (10) and also serves as its heat-distributing layer, the layer withstanding at least 90% of the qualification mean energy value (at least 3 joules) for insulation resistance failure and surface penetration of the upper level. The elements 64 may be wires, rods, shafts, fibres or particles and may be assembled as a mesh, screen or a fabric in a thermosetting matrix. A skin 62 having no strength-imparting elements is positioned above layer 60.
Patent GB-2435900-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle security control system
Inventor: LACHAPELLE DENIS
IPC: B60R25/21
Filed: 2006-03-11
Abstract: A vehicle security control system for controlling operation of a vehicle system (such as a vehicle alarm or ignition system), has a controller for controlling the operation of the vehicle system, and a proximity sensor device providing an input into the controller. The proximity sensor may be a non-contact device, eg a radiofrequency transceiver, and is typically concealed from view in the vehicle. A control algorithm can provide for a number of cascading control active states in which different levels of activation and immobilisation can be triggered dependent upon how the user interacts with the system. A valet mode may be provided in which the vehicle can be driven only at reduced function or for a predetermined time.
Patent GB-2425458-A (GB)
Title: Protective suit
Inventor: RUCK KLAUS-MICHAEL
IPC: A43D13/02
Filed: 2006-04-26
Abstract: A protective suit with a body portion 1 and a foot part 2 for a user, in which the foot part is made from an elastomer with an ergonomic fit for a user and is joined in one piece with the material of the body portion.
Patent GB-2438629-A (GB)
Title: Trigger damper on syringe
Inventor: HARRISON NIGEL
IPC: A61M5/178
Filed: 2006-06-01
Abstract: An injection device has a syringe tip moveable from within a housing (112, fig 1) to the exterior of the housing (112, fig.1) upon activation by a trigger 114, the trigger 114 further featuring a damping means 132. The damping means 132 may be a viscous fluid.
Patent GB-2439964-A (GB)
Title: Stock monitoring at point of purchase display
Inventor: WHITEHEAD STEPHEN CRAIG
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2006-07-07
Abstract: A central management system exchanges data with a store at a remote site, where a display imparts visible and/or audible information to store customers. Monitoring means at the store monitors behaviour of store customers. Predetermined content data is transmitted from the central management system to the remote store site for display. Monitored customer behaviour data may be transmitted from the remote store site to the central management system, to enable evaluation of the customer behaviour in response to the content data. Data transmission between the central management system and the remote store site is effected without using the in-store IT system. Stock is monitored at a Point of Purchase (POP) display. Barcode readers may be monitored passively. Brand means may impart visible or audible information to store customers or operatives. Compliance means may monitor whether a poster is displayed at a POP.
Patent GB-2428789-A (GB)
Title: Substituting an optically-operable gas detection sensor
Inventor: MABBITT ALLEN WILLIAM
IPC: G01N21/35
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: In an existing gas monitoring system the already-present semiconductor gas sensor 4 is replaced by an interface-compatible optically-operable gas detection sensor 4'.
Patent GB-2440195-A (GB)
Title: Optimising superframe periods to reduce delay to delay-sensitive traffic
Inventor: LEWIS TIMOTHY ADRIAN
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2006-07-20
Abstract: A communication controller, e.g. Access Point, provides flexible control of an IEEE802.11 WLAN superframe. In particular, the communication controller optimises the proportion of the superframe reserved as the Contention-Free Period (CFP), during which the communication controller controls access to the communications medium, and/or the Contention Period (CP), during which access to the communications medium is allowed on a contention basis, to reduce the delay to delay-sensitive traffic. During network operation, an adaptive mechanism is used by which polled traffic with a tight delay constraint can maximise its performance without adversely affecting the bandwidth available to contention traffic. However, instead of simply increasing the length of the CFP until the delay constraints are met, embodiments of the invention use the idea that strategic skipping of the contention period can provide a sufficient short term boost to the polled traffic to improve packet delays. The superframe parameters may be repeatedly re-optimised in response to changes in the network delay performance.
Patent GB-2441180-A (GB)
Title: Folding trolley
Inventor: HENSHALL DAVID HENRY
IPC: A45C7/00
Filed: 2006-08-26
Abstract: A folding trolley that when deployed for use provides a rigid structure 1 to aid load distribution for the user when transporting goods, such as during shopping. The nature of its construction enables the rigid structure to fold to a small size when not in use through the strategic positioning of hinges 3 within the walls of the container. The structure is transported via a folding wheel base 2. The number of components required can be minimised my combining the walls and hinges from the same materials. This can be achieved through the use of materials such as polypropylene to form live hinges. Alternatively the living hinges may be replaced with separate components.
Patent GB-2433255-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for transferring growth media and infection fluids to a cell growth bag
Inventor: ELLIS SAMUEL ANDREW
IPC: B65D25/48
Filed: 2006-12-04
Abstract: A method and apparatus for transferring growth media and infection fluids to a cell growth bag comprises a flask having a cap 30, the cap has a spout 34 with an opening in a distal end of the spout and a vent hole 52 in the cap. The spout has a tubular end in which the opening is formed and a seal 46 is provided adjacent the distal end of the tubular end. The tubular end is sized to fit within a fitting (48, figure 16) of a bioculture bag (50, figure 16) and the seal is sized to form a fluid tight seal with the fitting. The spout 34 may be tapered, a line 56 may be provided on the cap to indicate a fluid level limitation, and the seal may comprise an o-ring seal. The cap may be fitted to a flask having baffles on the bottom (see fig 10).
Patent GB-2445729-A (GB)
Title: A water based anti-bacterial / microbial lacquer for non porous surfaces
Inventor: HODGETTS NICHOLAS LEWIS
IPC: A01N59/16
Filed: 2007-01-22
Abstract: When the invention is applied to a non-porous surface and forms a lacquer coating, this coating will begin to kill bacteria as soon as they are deposited on the surface of the coating. Should an item not be regularly cleaned, and then within a continuous cycle bacteria is automatically killed by the invention. This invention can be easily applied as an 'after fit' product and is suited for use on most non-porous surfaces to give anti-bacterial protection. The lacquer contains silver as an active ingredient. The lacquer may also contain Worleesol Resin (an alkyd emulsion resin), butyl glycol, OMG 44 (salicylglyoxime), ammonia solution, water, OK412 (silicon dioxide) as a mailing agent, and ST1100. The solution may be dispensed via aerosol cans. The lacquer may be used in hospitals, food preparation areas, toilets and public areas where cross-contamination from human hands is possible. These include door handles, push plates, water taps, flush handles, bed frames, hospital trolleys, cash tills, beer pumps and catering equipment.
Patent GB-2446131-A (GB)
Title: Method for making a substrate for a shower installation
Inventor: GRAVE ROBERT CHARLES
IPC: B29C70/68
Filed: 2007-02-01
Abstract: The invention relates to a method of laying a lattice for a shower installation and to a lattice for use in such a method. The method comprises laying a lattice over a space in which the substrate is to be formed, such that the lattice defines the upper surface of the substrate. The space is then filled with a curable material which is then smoothed against the upper surface of the lattice and cures to form with the lattice a continuous upper surface for the installation. The lattice typically comprises a moulded sheet with openings 8 formed therein. Alternatively, the lattice is provided as a moulded sheet with a continuous upper surface, in which openings 8 can then be cut. The lattice can be moulded as a single item, or as four separate triangular components 4 which are then fitted together around a central space to form a drain opening 6. Each diagonal edge 10 can have its own wall which abuts against a matching wall of an adjacent triangular section 4. The four sections may be designed to be coupled together with appropriate coupling or keying mechanisms.