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Patent GB-2383395-A (GB)
Title: A beam spring for a vehicle suspension
Inventor: SUTTON CRAIG V
IPC: B60G11/04
Filed: 2002-11-20
Abstract: An automotive suspension beam spring 50, comprises a spring length 60, a longitudinal centre-line 70, and an outer surface 80, the outer surface is defined by at least one spring cross-section 90 which is perpendicular to the longitudinal centre-line. The at least one spring cross-section 90 comprises a maximum cross-section width 100 in which the ratio of the spring length 60 to the maximum cross-section width 100 is at least 2. The spring rates in the vertical plane 40 and the horizontal plane 110 are both greater than the spring rate in te longitudinal plane 120.
Patent GB-2400692-A (GB)
Title: A development and test methodology using synthetic environments
Inventor: VEITCH ALAN JAMES
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2003-01-13
Abstract: Described herein is a method of developing a system using virtual test, virtual trial and synthetic environment techniques. The method comprises a number of sequential stages (10, 12, 14, 16, 18) which interact with test processes (20, 22) to develop the system. In the first stage (10), a model of the system is defined in accordance with system requirement. The second stage (12) uses the model in a real-time synthetic environment to determine performance of the system which is compared with model performance. The next two stages (14,16) introduce hardware into the real-time virtual test, virtual trial and synthetic environment to assess its impact on performance of the system, the environment being capable of switching between software and hardware variables which are being assessed in the system. In the last stage (18), the system is assessed in a real trial environment and the resulting performance compared to model performance. In each sequential stage (10, 12, 14, 16, 18), the performance is processed by interactive processes (20, 22) as indicated by the arrows.
Patent GB-2397353-A (GB)
Title: A sealing arangement for a labyrinth seal for a shaft
Inventor: NICOLSON RICHARD
IPC: F01D11/02
Filed: 2003-01-18
Abstract: A sealing is formed from a number of sealing elements (1, 21, 31, 41, 51) held in association in order to create a barrier as part of a labyrinthine seal for a shaft (47, 57). Each sealing element (1, 21, 331, 41, 51) is independently secured to the shaft (47, 57) to allow for seating of the sealing element (1, 21, 31, 41, 51) whilst consistently presenting the barrier. Typically, each sealing element (1, 21, 31, 41, 51) is secured to the shaft (47, 57) through a dove-tail relationship of a bulbous end (2, 22, 32, 42, 52) of the element (1,21, 31,41, 51) within a slot (46, 56) of the shaft (47, 57). Thus, rotation of the shaft (47, 57) creates centrifugal forces which in turn generate a sealing force (S, SS) creating the association between adjacent sealing elements (1, 21, 31, 41, 51) to form a barrier and also location of the seal element (1, 21, 31, 41, 51) on the shaft (47, 57). Typically, association is through fin edge (6, 7) abutment between adjacent seal elements (1) or overlap between fin segments (26, 27, 37, 47) of adjacent seal elements.
Patent GB-2397704-A (GB)
Title: Tool case and charger
Inventor: MATHER TIMOTHY JOSEPH HAWTHORN
IPC: A45C13/24
Filed: 2003-01-21
Abstract: A case for one or more battery powered tools includes an integral charger and battery storage points equipped with charging terminals. Additional embodiments describe a charge level indicator and an audible alarm connected to a movement sensor in the case.
Patent GB-2399081-A (GB)
Title: Container stopper
Inventor: LIN MON-SHENG
IPC: B65D47/24
Filed: 2003-03-05
Abstract: A container stopper adapted to seal the mouth of a container is disclosed to include a hollow elastic stopper body 12 insertable into the mouth 31 of a container 3, and a plug rod 11 inserted into the axially extended center through hole 122 of the stopper body 12 and vertically moved between a first position, where the stopper body 12 is radially expanded by the plug rod 11 against the periphery of the mouth 31 of the container 3 to seal the mouth 31 of the container 3, and a second position, where the plug rod 11 released the pressure from the stopper body 12, for enabling the stopper body 12 to be removed from the mouth 31 of the container 3. The plug rod 11 is provided with a bottom cone 115 and tapered shank 114, and maybe provided with a hand-hold portion 111 and a positioning flange 112.
Patent GB-2394181-A (GB)
Title: Flat spiral electrodes for foot bath
Inventor: BEVAN NEIL
IPC: A61N2/04
Filed: 2003-10-13
Abstract: An electrode assembly for a foot bath is formed from two parallel disposed stainless steel rods 1 and 2 forming formed together into a flat pancake spiral with outside ends 4 and 5 of each rod being bent at a right angle to project outwardly and from opposed sides of the spiral to form connections. The faces of the spiral are encased by fluid permeable perforated plastic plates 6 and 7 to form a sandwich structure. In use the assembly sits over a cavity in the base of a bath to form a floor the cavity side wall having connectors to couple with the electrode connections.
Patent GB-2407433-A (GB)
Title: Cathode and counter cathode arrangement in an ion source
Inventor: MURRELL ADRIAN JOHN
IPC: H05H3/02
Filed: 2003-10-24
Abstract: The present invention relates to ion sources comprising a cathode and a counter-cathode that are suitable for ion implanters. The present invention provides an ion source comprising a vacuum chamber (Fig.1,15) an arc chamber 16 operable to generate and contain a plasma; a cathode 58 operable to emit electrons into the arc chamber along an electron path; a counter-cathode 44 disposed in the electron path; respective separate electrical connections from each of the cathode and the counter-cathode including respective vacuum feedthroughs 80 to outside the vacuum chamber; and a voltage potential adjuster located outside the vacuum chamber that is connected at least to the counter-cathode via the vacuum feed-through 80 and is operable to alter the potential of the counter-cathode 44 relative to the cathode 58.
Patent GB-2396062-A (GB)
Title: Electrical device support plate
Inventor: CAZALS MAOL
IPC: H02G3/08
Filed: 2003-10-28
Abstract: An electrical device includes a support plate 12 and a box 36 adapted to receive the support plate 12 which carries an interengaging rim 18 that projects from the rear face, extends along the edge portion of the support plate 12, and is adapted to bear against inside faces 40 of walls of the box 36 to fasten the support plate 12 to the box 36. The interengaging rim 18 of the support plate 12 may be removable. The interengaging rim 18 may be connected to the support plate 12 by fragile means which may be broken so as to remove the interengaging rim 18 from the support plate 12.
Patent GB-2407539-A (GB)
Title: Bumper bar safety rollers
Inventor: SNOW MALCOLM JOHN
IPC: B60R19/56
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: Bumper bar safety rollers when fitted to heavy goods vehicles will help prevent damage to the low-level bumper bar on the vehicle and the roadway by rolling over slopes when the vehicle is operating in reverse. Thus minimising damage to both the vehicle and the roadway. A pair or series of heavy duty rollers can be utilised.
Patent GB-2397368-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum retention method and superconducting machine with vacuum retention
Inventor: WANG YU
IPC: F25D9/00
Filed: 2003-12-19
Abstract: A superconducting machine (100) includes a superconductive device (12) and a vacuum enclosure (14) containing and thermally insulating the superconductive device. A cold-trap (60) is configured to condense gases generated within the vacuum enclosure, and a coolant circulation system (16) is adapted to force flow of a cryogen to and from the superconductive device and the cold-trap. A cryogenic cooling system (10) is configured to cool the cryogen in the coolant circulation system upstream of the superconductive device. A vacuum retention method, for a high-temperature superconductive (HTS) device (12), includes applying vacuum to the HTS device to thermally insulate the HTS device, condensing gases generated around the HTS device using a cold-trap (60), flowing a cryogen to and from the HTS device, and flowing the cryogen to and from the cold-trap.
Patent GB-2395928-A (GB)
Title: Shaping blocks of material on a drum
Inventor: HAWES RICHARD JOHN
IPC: A23G9/28
Filed: 2002-06-06
Abstract: Apparatus for shaping blocks of formable material comprises a rotatable drum 1 carrying at least two outwardly facing cavities 2 therearound, a drive for rotating the drum from a loading position to a discharge position and a magazine 4 at the loading position for containing a plurality of blocks 3 of material in a stack. Each block 3 is to be shaped under pressure after being located in one of the cavities 2. Displacement means 5 shifts block 3 from one end of the stack into one of the cavities 2 as it registers with the magazine as the drum 1 rotates. Collection means 16 is provided remote from the magazine 4, at the discharge position, into which shaped blocks are transferred after the drum 1 has rotated through an appropriate angular distance. Thrust means forces the block 3 into the cavity 2 to shape the material as the drum 1 rotates between the loading position and the discharge position. The force required to compress the material can be derived from a linkage 8 carrying a thrust member 7 wherein part of the linkage 8 is fixed in relation to the axis of rotation of the drum 1 and is positioned relative thereto so that as a cavity 2 containing a block 3 of material to be shaped begins to register with the thrust member 7, with rotation of the drum 1 relative movement between the linkage 8 and the drum 1 causes the thrust member 7 which comprises a plunger 6 to be moved relative to an outer tool which surrounds the plunger 6 and abuts the face of the cavity 2 and contains some of the formable material, so that the plunger 6 does not need to align with and enter the cavity 2. The apparatus is adapted for shaping blocks of foodstuff, especially frozen foodstuff, and can be situated in a temperature controlled enclosure. The drum 1 drive may be programmable whereby the speed of drum rotation is altered during each rotation. Fluid such as water may be sprayed onto some or all of the blocks, the cavities and the thrust member.
Patent GB-2398396-A (GB)
Title: Method of control means for controlling a drive unit.
Inventor: PITZAL VOLKER
IPC: F02D41/14
Filed: 2004-01-28
Abstract: A method of controlling a drive unit (1), particularly a vehicle engine, allows recognition of torque-increasing errors arising outside a drive control device (20) of the drive unit. The drive unit (1) is controlled by at least one control magnitude (25). An actual torque value, which is ascertained (60) from at least one operating magnitude of the drive unit differing from the at least one drive control magnitude, of the drive unit is checked (40) for plausibility with a torque value (90) characteristic for the at least one drive control magnitude. The control magnitude could be: a fuel injection, an ignition angle or an air feed. The operating magnitude could be: engine rotational speed, engine temperature or induction duct pressure.
Patent GB-2410602-A (GB)
Title: Tape with cartridge memory information written along the tape
Inventor: BARTLETT PAUL FREDERICK
IPC: G11B15/07
Filed: 2004-01-30
Abstract: A tape cartridge 17 with a semiconductor memory 18 has data identifying the cartridge memory written along the tape. The data may include a serial number for the memory, the memory transponder or the cartridge. It may also include the cartridge manufacturer and the cartridge or transponder type. The information is recorded in the data set information table associated with each data set on tape. The information may be used to check the validity of the cartridge memory.
Patent GB-2403041-A (GB)
Title: Data format conversion
Inventor: YANTIS DAVID BROOK
IPC: G16H15/00
Filed: 2004-06-16
Abstract: A system for use in managing data elements supporting operation of a multi-entity enterprise includes a first repository including a centralized set of enterprise related data elements. A first mapping processor converts a first data element compatible with a source system to a second data element compatible with the centralized set of enterprise related data elements. A second mapping processor converts the second data element to a third data element compatible with a destination system.
Patent GB-2399299-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for assisting in game play and wagering
Inventor: HEATON TIMOTHY H
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 2002-12-10
Abstract: Systems and methods for assisting game play and wagering are provided. A game assistant system may provide a user with advice (322) on game play or wagering for casino games such as blackjack (304), roulette (306), poker (308), craps (310), slots (312), or baccarat (314). The game assistant may also provide a user with advice on wagering events (e.g., horse racing. etc.) or on other games (e.g., backgammon, chess, etc.). The information provided by the game and wagering assistant during game play or a wagering event may allow a user to minimize losses or statistical advantage of a casino or game provider. The game and wagering assistant system may also allow a user to allocate a particular amount of money for wagering on games or events, and allow the user to control the rate at which the money is expended. See Figure 3.
Patent GB-2405254-A (GB)
Title: Compacting press
Inventor: JACQ PATRICK
IPC: G21F9/30
Filed: 2004-07-21
Abstract: The compacting press (20) is made up of a support section (30), a compacting section (40) which undergoes translational movement along a vertical axis (Z, Z') which is fitted with a thrust-plate (46) and which forms a ram designed to compress cases by the application of pressure, and a guide assembly made up of a skirt (52), with a liner (52a), a hoop (52b) and a cradle (52c). The cradle (52c) is fitted to a skirt (54) holding section by means of a removable connection made up of a reversible assembly system involving the fitting into place and horizontal movement of at least one key-hole shaped opening (52e) which passes vertically through the aforementioned cradle (52c) and at least on vertically orientated mushroom-shaped lug (54b). This press is preferably used for compacting a case containing hazardous materials, in particular radioactive waste.
Patent GB-2405152-A (GB)
Title: Desulphurizing a hydrocarbon feed by adsorption/desorption and hydrodesulphurisation
Inventor: NICOLAOS ALEXANDRE
IPC: C10G67/16
Filed: 2004-07-22
Abstract: The invention concerns a process for reducing the quantity of sulphur present in a hydrocarbon feed such as a gasoline or a gas oil, comprising the following steps: <SL> <LI>a) bringing said feed containing sulphur-containing compounds into contact with an adsorbant C1, C2 having a selectivity for sulphur-containing compounds under conditions for producing, at the outlet from the contact zone, a desulphurized effluent 4 which is collected, said adsorption being carried out in the liquid phase or in the gas phase; <LI>b) gas phase desorption of the sulphur-containing compounds present on said adsorbant C1, C2 using a gaseous fluid comprising hydrogen and deriving from a hydrodesulphurisation zone B to obtain a gaseous effluent 7 comprising desorbed sulphur-containing compounds and the gaseous fluid comprising hydrogen; <LI>c) sending the effluent from step b) to said hydrodesulphurization zone B and desulphurizing it therein. </SL> In a further embodiment, the initial gasoline is distilled A into two fractions, a light fraction 3 and heavy fraction 5. Light fraction is treated in adsorbant/desorb zones C1, C2 and the heavy fraction undergoes hydrodesulphurisation B Hydrogen is recycled 9.
Patent GB-2417355-A (GB)
Title: Method for sending PIN protected mobile phone based tickets and coupons
Inventor: CULYER ROBERT
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2004-08-12
Abstract: A PIN protected mobile phone ticket or coupon comprises a mobile phone destined message comprising an inactive machine or human readable code that represents the ticket ID or booking reference. The code will not grant access or deliver the coupon until it has been activated by the subscriber's personal identification number (PIN).
Patent GB-2409505-A (GB)
Title: Tensioner having a one-way clutch
Inventor: HASHIMOTO HIROSHI
IPC: F16H7/08
Filed: 2004-11-01
Abstract: A tensioner 1 comprising a base 4, a shaft 3a fixed to and extending from said base, a lever 2 pivotally mounted on said shaft 3a for rotation, biasing 15 means urging said lever 2 to rotate in one direction, whereby lever 2 can push tensioner guide lever 17 against a belt 16 to maintain tension therein, and a one-way clutch 7 mechanism connected to lever 2 and to the base 4, wherein said clutch 7 mechanism allows rotation in one direction, but not the other. Said clutching mechanism 7 is preferably a spring clutch, and may comprise an annular member 9 connected to the base, and another annular member 8 connected to the lever 2, said annular members 8,9 rotatably engaging each other, and housing a coil spring 11 within. When the lever is turned against biasing means 15, spring 11 expands to engage the annular members thereby preventing further rotation.
Patent GB-2412900-A (GB)
Title: Baby stroller handle extension
Inventor: MONRAD ERIC
IPC: B62B1/00
Filed: 2004-11-09
Abstract: A baby stroller handle extension 11 comprises a bar having an operative end 13 and a clamp end 15 and at least three 90{ bends 17, 21, 23 there between, two of said bends 17, 21 being in a common plane and the other said bend 23 being in a plane perpendicular thereto. The handle extension also comprises a clamp, situated at the clamp end 15 of the handle extension 11, to allow attachment to the handle of a baby stroller. The clamp may secure respective handles at 90{ to one another and may also allow quick connection and disconnection of the handle extension 11.
Patent GB-2409101-A (GB)
Title: Improved fuel cell
Inventor: GOMEZ RODOLFO ANTONIO M
IPC: H01M8/02
Filed: 2004-12-06
Abstract: A process and apparatus to modify the conventional proton exchange fuel cell by applying a non-conductive proton exchange material (5), a separate semiconductor (8), cylindrical-conical fuel cell elements (1, 3), and internally stacking the fuel cell elements by a simple method. These modifications in the operating principle and construction configuration of the proton exchange fuel cell are designed to result in a major increase in the power density output necessary for transport vehicle and stationary power generation applications.
Patent GB-2411307-A (GB)
Title: Image sensor module in which the sensing device is mounted beneath its supporting PCB
Inventor: JEONG HA-CHEON
IPC: H01L31/0232
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: A camera module package includes an image sensor module 30 that can be formed as a chip scale package (CSP) with a wire bonding structure. The image sensor module includes an image sensing device unit 32 having an image sensing device area 32a, a pixel area 32b and a device connecting pad 35 for electrically connecting it to external devices, both of which are formed on the surface of the device. The image sensing device is attached to the lower surface of a circuit board 31, which has holes in it corresponding to the locations of the pixel area and connecting pads of the sensor module. Connecting pads 34 on the upper surface of the board may be wire bonded 36 to the device connecting pads 36 of the sensor. The smaller size of the sensor module allows the height and width of the camera module to be reduced.
Patent GB-2421696-A (GB)
Title: Sewage treatment unit
Inventor: SKILLING ANDREW JOHN
IPC: B01D36/04
Filed: 2004-12-13
Abstract: A sewage treatment unit comprises at least a treatment zone 12, a settlement zone 16 and means for removing treated effluent from the settlement zone wherein the means is an air-lift arrangement 50 with an inlet 64 associated with a protective member (80, Fig 2) arranged to shroud the inlet and has an upper end provided with a removable closure means 78. In use foul water, preferably treated effluent containing small particles in suspension enters the treatment unit through a pipe 19 and is encouraged to aerate and mix in the treatment zone 12 with air supplied from aerator 38, the water then passes to the settlement zone 16 via holes in a tube 15 and finally the air-lift arrangement 50 acts to air-lift treated water from the settlement zone to an outlet 58 via tubes 62, 54. Preferably, the sewage treatment unit is installed below ground and can treat dwellings not connected to a main sewer.
Patent GB-2410133-A (GB)
Title: Heat exchanger component located in major part outside computer chassis
Inventor: MALONE CHRISTOPHER GREGORY
IPC: H05K7/20
Filed: 2004-12-15
Abstract: A heat exchanger component of an apparatus is in major part <B>102</B> operably locatable outside a computer chassis. The heat exchanger reduces the temperatures of one or more heat producing components <B>104</B> within the computer chassis. Heat may be transferred to the heat exchanger from the heat producing component <B>104</B> by a cold plate <B>106.</B> The heat exchanger may comprise tubing <B>116</B> with a coolant fluid <B>117</B> passed through the tubing <B>116.</B> The heat exchanger may comprise fins <B>118</B> against which the tubing <B>116</B> may abut and which are positioned outside the computer chassis. A fan <B>108</B>, <B>110</B> may be provided to force air against the fins <B>118</B> to dissipate heat. A computer having such a heat exchanger and a method of employing such a heat exchanger are also provided.
Patent GB-2422144-A (GB)
Title: A diesel fuel filler neck
Inventor: BIBBY CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: B60K15/04
Filed: 2005-01-14
Abstract: A Diesel filler neck for a motor vehicle fuel tank comprises a longitudinal pipe 12 which has an inlet opening 13 to receive a Diesel fuel nozzle 15. The inner surface of the pipe 12 is provided with a pair of endstops 16 to restrict the insertion length of the Diesel fuel nozzle 15. The Diesel filler neck has a flap 18 rotatable between an open position towards which it is returned by a spring 25 and in which it does not obstruct the pipe and a closed position in which it obstructs flow through the pipe 12. The Diesel filler neck also comprises, downstream of the endstops 16, a pair of opposed pegs 29 which extend inside the pipe 12 from a sliding member 19 mounted on the outer surface of the pipe and arranged to drive the flap 18 towards its closed position when an unleaded fuel nozzle, able to pass over the endstops 16, is inserted into the fuel filler neck.
Patent GB-2422086-A (GB)
Title: Dymanic body armour
Inventor: HALLIWELL TERENCE
IPC: F41H1/02
Filed: 2005-01-14
Abstract: Body armour with internal moving parts preventing puncture from a bullet fired at close range. Preferably the armour comprises a plurality of non-shattering balls A which may deform to trap the bullet. Two honeycomb layers B, E bonded together G and sealed within outer skins F, J may form cells to receive the balls A. The second honeycomb layer E may be laterally displaced. Each cell may have a seating cup C to support a ball A and the system may be filled with a viscous cushioning and lubricating gel D which moves laterally through holes H in the seating cups and cells. Preferably the armour is made of low-tech materials. The balls are preferably 22 millimetres in diameter and 1 millimetre thick and the cells are preferably 25 millimetres long and 3.175 millimetres thick with a hexagonal grid of 25.4 millimetres. The sizes and materials may vary.