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Patent GB-2281014-A (GB)
Title: Mobile satellite communication system using non-geosynchronous orbiting satellites
Inventor: ARAKI NORIYUKI
IPC: H04W48/16
Filed: 1994-08-05
Abstract: The system permits easy assignment of a land earth station 2, 2' or 2" to handle communication with a mobile terminal 1. Information on the position of each land earth station 2, 2', 2" and each mobile terminal 1 and orbit information of all satellites 3, 3', 3" is used to determine for how long each land earth station would be capable of handling the communication of a mobile terminal from the call initiation time. An appropriate land earth station 2, 2' or 2" can then be selected and assigned for the call of the mobile terminal so that more than a predetermined call duration can be ensured. If more than one earth station would be capable of handling the call for more than the predetermined duration, selection from those stations may be on the basis of which one makes the terrestrial line connected to the called party 9 shortest, or according to a priority ordering of the earth stations in relation to the mobile terminal 1. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2294466-A (GB)
Title: Two-pack adhesive composition
Inventor: CHARNOCK RONALD SCOTT
IPC: C09J131/04
Filed: 1994-10-26
Abstract: A two-pack adhesive composition comprises, in a first pack, a water continuous emulsion of a high MW polymer (eg vinyl acetate/acrylate/vinyl ester), and, in a second pack, an emulsion comprising water, organic medium, and polymer (eg acrylamide). The adhesive may be used for hanging wallcoverings.
Patent GB-2298081-A (GB)
Title: Electric cable
Inventor: VALE JOHN PHILIP
IPC: H01B7/18
Filed: 1995-02-16
Abstract: An electric cable 11 is manufactured by extruding a layer of electrically insulating material 13 around an electric conductor 12 to form an electrically insulated core. An intermediate layer of electrically insulating material 14 is then extruded around the core. Two such insulated cores with their intermediate layers 14 are laid up together a sheath 15 of electrically insulating material is extruded around the intermediate layers 14 and the insulated cores. The intermediate layer 14 is predominantly of a material which is incompatible with the material of the sheath so that the sheath does not form a bond with the intermediate layer and the sheath can easily be stripped away from the cores when preparing the ends of the cable for electrical connection to electrical components. In other embodiments the intermediate layer is incompatible with the core insulation so that the intermediate layer comes away with the sheath when the sheath is stripped. The intermediate layer may also be extruded over the insulated cores after they have been laid up together. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2300462-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic control valve
Inventor: DUECKINGHAUS HEINRICH
IPC: F15B13/04
Filed: 1995-04-19
Abstract: A hydraulic control valve comprises a removable body 4 provided with connections for pressure, consumer and control lines 12, 13, 14 and accommodating a spool 6 and a loose ball 9. Energisation of a solenoid 10 moves the spool 6 which in turn lifts the ball 9 from its seat. The control line is initially closed upon movement of the spool 6. Flow from the pressure line 12 past the ball 9 acts on the spool in opposition to the solenoid, causing the connection between the lines 13, 14 to be reopened, thus providing leakage to the control line 14 so as to regulate the pressure in the consumer line 13.
Patent GB-2290053-A (GB)
Title: Fingerprint validation of security card user.
Inventor: HURLEY EDMUND A
IPC: B42D15/10
Filed: 1995-06-09
Abstract: An identity (or other security) card bears an optical image of a fingerprint of the authorised user, whereby the identity of a person presenting the card may be checked by comparison of said person's fingerprint against the image on the card at the point of use. As described, the comparison is performed by a machine which digitises both the image on a presented card and the print of a presented finger, and compares the digitised data. It is stated that this enables comparison at a higher resolution than would be possible if the fingerprint data on the card were to be stored as a digital code. The machine preferably includes a CCD(charge-coupled-device) camera to scan the presented prints.
Patent GB-2291080-A (GB)
Title: Joints,e.g.welded joints, subject to bending forces
Inventor: ALTMAN RODERICK CRAIG
IPC: E04B1/41
Filed: 1995-07-06
Abstract: To provide a stronger e.g. welded, joint, one member, e.g. (7a) has a turned-up portion (7c) with an aperture (9) at its base through which the other member can pass before it is fixed to the first member. In a wall-tie the first member may be a plate (20) intended for embedment in one wall skin, and the second member a wire component (16). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2296741-A (GB)
Title: Locking-swivel mount
Inventor: KENDALL THOMAS LEE
IPC: F16M11/14
Filed: 1995-12-14
Abstract: A locking-swivel mount, for example for mounting a miniature video camera in an automatic teller machine (ATM), comprises two mounting brackets 12, 13 and two spherical spacer sets 31/32, 33/34 connected by a clamp which may be loosened to allow relative movement of the brackets. Preferably the bracket 12 carries a camera and the other bracket 13 is fixed to an ATM housing, the brackets being connected by a threaded stud 37 which passes in turn through the first spherical spacer set 31/32, a hole in the bracket 13, the second spherical spacer set 33/34, and a locking washer 35 and nut 36. When the locking nut is loose the brackets can be moved relative to each other to allow adjustment of the camera viewing angle. When the nut is tightened the brackets are rigidly clamped together, so as to lock the camera in position. The locking-swivel mount provides the same function as a locking ball-and-socket joint, but occupies less space.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2302761-A (GB)
Title: Electric switch
Inventor: HORTON HENRY CHARLES
IPC: H01H23/12
Filed: 1996-06-10
Abstract: A double electric switch on a single face plate having two sockets each for receiving an electric plug comprises two operating rockers 16 each for moving a movable switch contact (30a,30b,32a,32b, Fig 4) which is offset laterally from its associated rocker 16. Each rocker 16 has a laterally extending drive member 19 carrying two switching heads 22 for each moving a movable contact of a double pole switch. In this manner the rocker may be spaced at any desired lateral position from the switching heads 22 and the contacts may be located in any convenient position. Two conductive members (40) of the same shape, e.g. E-shaped, provide connection between common input terminals (28,29) and the switch contacts.
Patent GB-2308298-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for viewing parts of the body with two connected mirrors
Inventor: LESBIREL DAVID JOHN
IPC: A45D42/18
Filed: 1996-06-21
Abstract: An apparatus 1 for viewing parts of the body has two hand held mirrors 10,11 mounted at opposite ends of a hinged sheet 2. The sheet 2 is a longitudinal strip with three parallel hinges 7,8,9 so that the mirrors 10,11 can be orientated so the desired body part may be viewed. The hinges 7,8,9 also allow the apparatus 1 to be folded up when not in use. The apparatus 1 may also have containers for carrying cosmetic materials such as tubes for cotton buds.
Patent GB-2315340-A (GB)
Title: Controlling water systems when leaks are detected
Inventor: BAILEY ROSE
IPC: G01M3/28
Filed: 1996-07-16
Abstract: In order to detect water leakage from the stored water systems, the level of water maintained within the header tank or the pressure in the system is monitored. Any leakage of water from the equipment and pipework will result in the water level in the header tank or the pressure in the system falling. A level switch or pressure switch with electrical contacts detects this fall, and allows the replenishment of the lost water to be carried out, only during an adjustable time period. If replenishment is completed within this time period, then there is no further action. If replenishment is incomplete, then this is deemed to be a leakage from the system. A signal is sent to a fresh water intake valve to close, and to a drain down valve to open and to prevent pumps, boilers and other equipment associated with the stored water system, from operating and generates an alarm signal.
Patent GB-2316010-A (GB)
Title: Golf practice device
Inventor: RUSSELL NEIL WILLIAM
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 1996-08-05
Abstract: A golf practice device comprises: ```a base (4) supporting a substantially vertical fixed shaft (6) which supports a wheel (10) mounted for rotation about the shaft (6), a ball (18) tethered by at least one flexible cord (20) to the wheel, sensing means in the form of an optical sensor (38) disposed adjacent the wheel to detect the rotation thereof and output a signal representative of the rotation; ```processing means adapted to process said signal and to output a signal representative of a free distance of travel a real untethered ball would have travelled, and display means to display said distance to a user.
Patent GB-2317580-A (GB)
Title: Objects formed of folded paper
Inventor: LIANG HSI-HSIN
IPC: A63H33/16
Filed: 1996-09-28
Abstract: An object formed of a folded paper is compose of at least one female coupling member 10 and one male coupling member 20. The female coupling member of a predetermined shape is provided with at least one opening portion 12 of a polygonal construction, whereas the male coupling member of a predetermined shape is provided with at least one insertion portion 22 a , 22 d which is engaged securely with the opening portion of the female coupling member, so as to enable the female coupling member and the male coupling member to join together to form the objects of various forms. The object may be in the form of an aircraft model or a robot model. The model may include a plurality of fine portions (31, 32, 33, Figure 6) which are formed of folded paper and glued together.
Patent GB-2307956-A (GB)
Title: Seal device for piston rod
Inventor: KURIBAYASHI MORIO
IPC: F02F11/00
Filed: 1996-11-27
Abstract: A piston seal device has a combined oil scraping ring (1) that includes a steel annular oil scraping ring body having an M-, I- or H-shaped cross section, and an annular coil spring (7). The ring body has a cross-sectional cut at one location and includes an upper rail member (2), a lower rail member (3) and a strut (4) holding the upper and lower rail members and having an annular groove (6) in its outer circumferential side, the annular groove (6) having a number of circumferentially spaced oil holes (5). The annular coil spring (7) is fitted into the annular groove (6) in a stretched state for urging the strut diametrically inward toward the piston rod (8), whereby the inner circumferential surfaces of the upper (2) and lower (3) rail members are brought into pressured contact with the outer peripheral surface of the piston rod (8) owing to the constraining force of the spring. The oil scraping ring (1) contacts the outer peripheral surface of the piston rod (8) while flexing to follow up the shape of the surface, thereby improving the oil sealing effect. The upper and lower elements may be separate from the strut Fig 6. The sliding portion of the ring has a wear-resistant layer formed with nitride treatments.
Patent GB-2312744-A (GB)
Title: Non-contact type mode sensing device for an electric appliance
Inventor: AHN SEONG-ICK
IPC: G01D5/34
Filed: 1997-04-30
Abstract: A non-contact type mode sensing device for use in an electric appliance, eg a video cassette recorder, comprises a stationary body 30, a driven gear 40 rotatably fixed on a pin 41 on the stationary body, and an optical coupler 60 having a light emitter 61 and receiver 62. A circular track 74 is formed on the bottom surface of the gear 40 and comprises a plurality of light reflecting or obstructing portions at different arcuate separations along the track. The optical coupler sends signals to a microprocessor in response to the presence or absence of the reflective or obstructive portions during the rotation of the gear 40. The time interval between the passage of the portions, which is dependent on the different arcuate distances between the portions, is used to determine which position the gear has been moved to and therefore which mode has been selected.
Patent GB-2318094-A (GB)
Title: Tape cassette with tape printing apparatus
Inventor: COCKERILL SAM
IPC: B41J3/407
Filed: 1997-08-22
Abstract: The cassette 443 has a guide pin 401 for bending an image receiving tape 24 by 90{ before printing. It is attachable to other cassettes via a projection 403 and a recess (404,Fig.12) on opposite side walls thereof. The cassette has an extension 446 for controlling the position of a printhead and a platen so that they are automatically separated on insertion of the cassette such that the tape is introduced between them. A tape printing apparatus is also provided having a platen 434 driven by a motor 42 via a gear train 480, wherein the gear train and the platen are within the same plane as the supply 32 of image receiving tape. A tape printing apparatus is further provided having a printhead (322,Fig.5) movable between a first print position, a second non-print position, and a third position intermediate these positions.
Patent GB-2316906-A (GB)
Title: Packaging foil
Inventor: FRIIS JOERGEN
IPC: A22C13/00
Filed: 1997-09-10
Abstract: When packaging freeze-dried instant foodstuffs, there is a need for a sturdy and strong packaging foil which can resist the sharp edges and which with a gas-proof barrier layer at the same time protects the contents. For this purpose the foil (1) according to the invention is suitable since the substantially axially oriented polypropylene layer (2) provides the foil (1) with the required strength and toughness by a thickness of layer being about 25 percent smaller than that of known polyamide containing foils and since the orientation additionally results in a suitably low tear strength in one direction, the foil may be easily be opened by tearing along the direction of orientation. Inner layer (5) may be an ionomer. Layer 4 may be a decorative layer (e.g. aluminium foil) and layer 3 may be an adhesive layer. This is advantageous to the consumer who will not need much force nor tools for breaking the foil layer.
Patent GB-2330471-A (GB)
Title: Production of moving images for holography
Inventor: BROWN CARL VERNON
IPC: G02F1/01
Filed: 1997-10-15
Abstract: Dynamic images for use in holography are produced by directing light from a source 16 onto a first spatial light modulator (SLM) 18 and relaying the modulated light onto a second, optically addressed SLM 24. The resulting real image from the second SLM may be used in holography. The addressing frame rate of the 1st SLM is substantially greater than that of the 2nd and the system provides an image of greater resolution than previously possible. The 1st SLM may be an array of liquid crystal modulating arrays or may be a single array (Figures 4 - 6). The image relay may be an array of lenses or a single lens (Figure 3) and may include a shutter array in the embodiments using a single 1st array (Figures 4 - 6).
Patent GB-2320066-A (GB)
Title: Method for measuring a double-row rolling bearing preload
Inventor: MIYATA YASUHIRO
IPC: G01M13/04
Filed: 1997-10-27
Abstract: In a double-row rolling bearing, there is a uniform relationship between the preload applied to the bearing and the negative "preload gap" formed by elastic transformation of the rolling elements. Certain axial dimensions A, B of the bearing are measured before preload is applied, and remeasured A', B' after preload is applied, thereby to obtain a separate preload gap (A-A'), (B-B') for each row of rolling elements. Such values are added together to obtain a total preload gap for the bearing, and thereby a measure of the preload.
Patent GB-2318876-A (GB)
Title: Method for testing electronic circuits
Inventor: BHATTACHARYA SUBHRAJIT
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 1997-10-30
Abstract: A method of testing an electronic circuit comprises: establishing the interconnections within the circuit; inserting a minimum number of multiplexors into the circuit to form chains and converting combinational test patterns into a set of sequential test patterns which can be applied to the circuit using all the chains formed. The combinational test patterns may be obtained using an automatic test pattern generation (ATPG) technique. The maximum number of parallel chains may be used to reduce the test application time whilst the circuit design minimises the circuitry overhead. The method may avoid the use of unnecessary scan flip flops by using existing connections already available within the circuit.
Patent GB-2316595-A (GB)
Title: Portable device for destroying needles
Inventor: HALL ROBERT M
IPC: A61M5/32
Filed: 1996-05-29
Abstract: A portable electric arc needle destroying device is disclosed. The protable device uses a battery pack (12) and a capacitor (142) or an energy storage circuit (20) to increase current. The device has a means (102) to adjust the gap between the electrodes (44, 46). The device also includes a fan (32) and a filter (82) infused with disinfectant.
Patent GB-2321818-A (GB)
Title: Print image positioning
Inventor: HARARI SHAHAR
IPC: G03F9/00
Filed: 1998-01-12
Abstract: A rectangular image is recorded along helical tracks on a plate 19, while the plate is mounted on a cylindrical surface 20 in an imagesetter, so that an edge of the image 28, corresponding to a reference edge of the plate 19, essentially parallels the reference edge, one or more notches 24 are punched across the reference edge 11 of the plate 19, the plate 19 being positioned on the cylindrical surface 20 so that one of two stop pins 22, 23 engages one of the notches 24.
Patent GB-2336122-A (GB)
Title: Reworking of a ball grid array module
Inventor: BASSI LUIGI
IPC: B23K1/018
Filed: 1998-04-08
Abstract: In a method for reworking a Ball Grid Array electronic module 201, 203, 205, by removing the solder balls from the substrate surface after one or more of the connections have been detected to be damaged. The module is immersed in a water soluble oil bath and heated to the melting point. Then a rotating brush 241, with the rotating axis perpendicular to the substrate plan, removes the solder balls and the solder material particles while the module is still immersed in the fluid.
Patent GB-2329816-A (GB)
Title: Microwave oven with rectilinearly movable reflector
Inventor: SUNG HAN-JUN
IPC: F24C7/02
Filed: 1998-04-22
Abstract: A microwave oven includes main body (50), a cooking clamber (60) provided in the main body, and an electrical component compartment (70) holding electrical components therein, a reciprocally moveable microwave reflecting structure (81, 91, 101) being located in the cooking chamber (60).
Patent GB-2338685-A (GB)
Title: Demounting, elevating vehicle body
Inventor: PHILLIPS ALAN GARY
IPC: B60P3/34
Filed: 1998-06-12
Abstract: A demounting, elevating vehicle body 2 which can be fitted to any suitable chassis cab 1 or trailer and utilised for recreational activities, eg. caravans, motorcaravans, horse boxes, mobile workshops etc. or in the haulage industry fitted to vehicles ranging from Transit size vans up to articulated trailers, comprises a hydraulic system 5 incorporating four support rams and a pump which can also be used for levelling of the demounted unit and a screw jack system incorporating a series of toothed cam wheels connected by a cam belt which operates all screws simultaneously lifting the upper half or part of the upper body 2. As a demountable unit it enables the host vehicle to be renewed or replaced without the expense of renewing a complete outfit. It also releases the host vehicle, to be utilised elsewhere when the vehicle body is not required. As an elevating unit it enables haulage contractors to lower the height of their vehicle when empty or even if they are carrying a part load. This is advantageous not only as a fuel saving measure but also a safety feature in high winds.
Patent GB-2328952-A (GB)
Title: Grey cast iron disc brake rotor
Inventor: HOLME JOHN DAVID
IPC: C22C37/00
Filed: 1998-08-21
Abstract: A disc brake rotor made from grey cast iron comprising 0.5-1.2 % by weight of copper and hard carbide forming metals, including both vanadium and titanium, in an amount such that the ratio between the weight of copper present and the weight of the hard carbide forming metals is 1.8-3 units of copper to 1 unit of hard carbide forming metals. Other hard carbide forming metals that may be present are tungsten, molybdenum, chromium and niobium. Preferably composition limits of other elements present in the cast iron are 3.5-3.8 % bw C, 2.00-2.20% bw Si, 0-.10% bw P, 0.60-0.80% bw Mn and 0-0.15 % bw S.
Patent GB-2342028-A (GB)
Title: A holder for a plant container
Inventor: NEAL BRIAN LESLIE
IPC: A47G7/02
Filed: 1998-10-01
Abstract: A holder for a plant container such as a plant pot, comprises a base 10 which may extend outwardly beyond the width of the plant pot base to provide greater stability, a support such as a wall 12 which rises up from the base 10 and defines an area within which the plant pot is to be held, and at least three resilient members 16 which extend from the support 12, and grip the container. Drain holes may be provided in the base of the holder to allow for the drainage of water. The resilient members 16 are preferably fingers which turn downwardly at their free ends. Each holder and the resilient members 16 may be dimensioned to suit different sizes of pot, and preferably so that the resilient members engage the plant pot at a point between one quarter and one half the distance up its side wall.
Patent GB-2332550-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for controlling delivery of fluid material
Inventor: GUNTON BRUCE STANLEY
IPC: G08C17/02
Filed: 1998-12-16
Abstract: Apparatus is described for controlling delivery of dangerous material, such as LPG, from a tanker 12 to a tank 14, through a pipe 16. A valve 18 is controlled by an arrangement 22. An operator 28 carries a radio transmitter 24 and must periodically transmit an appropriate signal to the control 22, otherwise the control 22 will time out and close the valve, also sounding an alarm. In accordance with the invention, the transmitter 24 is also provided with a timer, having a shorter count down time, and also re-set when the signal is sent to the control 22. The timer in the transmitter 24 alerts the operator 28 that a signal should be sent, giving the operator an opportunity to send a signal before the control 22 closes the valve 18. However, if the operator does not send a signal, or is incapable of doing so, the timer at 22 will assume that an emergency situation exists, and cease further delivery.
Patent GB-2333583-A (GB)
Title: Improved gas bottle and air gun
Inventor: CAMILLERI LUCIANO JOSEPH
IPC: F41B11/62
Filed: 1999-01-18
Abstract: An air gun uses a rechargeable compressed-air cartridge in place of a known sealed carbon dioxide cartridge.
Patent GB-2346859-A (GB)
Title: Handlebar locking device
Inventor: O'HARA JOHN CHARLES
IPC: B62H5/04
Filed: 1999-02-16
Abstract: The security device has a strengthened moulded body 1. which when fitted onto the motorcycle handlebar and locked over the grip and lever prevents the accelerator and brake or clutch from being used. The coated metal strap/chain 4 when fitted to the opposite handlebar by means of the ring loop 5. increases the protection of the motorcycle and prevents The Gripper from being removed.
Patent GB-2335819-A (GB)
Title: Film scanner
Inventor: KAUS RAINER
IPC: H04N3/38
Filed: 1999-03-25
Abstract: In a film scanner comprising a device for scanning sprocket holes, a projection device 16 is proposed, by means of which the images of two sprocket holes 17, 18 are projected on one sensors 19. This provides the possibility of scanning two facing sprocket holes with only one camera.