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Patent GB-2315113-A (GB)
Title: Plug valve for cement or grout
Inventor: TOTTY MICHAEL
IPC: F16K5/02
Filed: 1996-07-10
Abstract: An easily cleaned plug cock valve for a cement or grout pipeline, having an inlet (14) and outlet (16), a rotary valve member (20) in between, and containing a passage (22), the inlet, outlet and passage having substantially the same diameter. The valve member (20) can be removed for cleaning. The valve is intended for use in a cement or grout pipeline or pumping system.
Patent GB-2315225-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to toys
Inventor: TERZIAN ROUBEN TAD
IPC: A63H3/02
Filed: 1996-07-13
Abstract: The invention provides a new toy in the form of a toy dog which has a bean bag body and a rubber or rubber like head 26 which is mounted so as to be rotated relative to the body, so that the dog can look in different directions. The mouth of the dog is a slit which can be temporarily opened further, by squeezing the head between the fingers. In this state, a toy puppy 28 which may be supplied with the toy) can be inserted in the open mouth and when the pressure is released, by virtue of the resilience of the head the puppy will remain held by the mouth. The legs are of soft fabric and are arranged in splayed fashion so that the dog when placed on a flat surface will take up an endearing position in which it is lying on its stomach., with its head looking upward. (Figure 1)
Patent GB-2301375-A (GB)
Title: Aluminium foil
Inventor: MAHON GARY JOHN
IPC: C22F1/04
Filed: 1995-03-17
Abstract: Aluminium foil is composed of an alloy of composition Fe 1.2 - 2.0 %; Mn 0.2 - 1.0 %; Mg and/or Cu 0.1 - 0.5 %; Si up to 0.4 %; Zn up to 0.1 %; balance Al of at least commercial purity. The foil has an average grain size below 5 m and is continuously recrystallised with a substantially retained rolling texture. The solute elements Mg and/or Cu increase strength without inhibiting continuous recrystallisation.
Patent GB-2316860-A (GB)
Title: A Paint roller cleanig device
Inventor: CROSS DAVID MICHAEL
IPC: B44D3/00
Filed: 1996-09-04
Abstract: A paint roller cleaning device comprises a substantially cylindrical housing (2), the housing being closed at one end and open at the other end and defining a hollow interior adapted to receive a paint roller. A sleeve (5) in the housing defines a chamber (8) to receive a pressurised supply of water. The chamber has a plurality of outlets (15) through which water may pass from the chamber to the interior of the housing so that in use, when the chamber is connected to a pressurised supply of water and a paint roller is received within the interior of the housing, the roller is washed by the water as it passes into the interior of the housing and engages the roller. The outlets are angled so that the water jets rotate the paint roller.
Patent GB-2320219-A (GB)
Title: Gas heated paint scraper
Inventor: DEVLIN HUGH GORDON
IPC: B44D3/16
Filed: 1996-12-13
Abstract: A gas heated paint scraper comprises a hand-held assembly 1 having a gas feed tube 4 attached to it for supply of gas from a cylinder 13. Part of a gas jet valve protrudes from the front of the assembly and accepts 1 of 3 interchangeable nozzles 2. The assembly also accepts 1 of 3 interchangeable scraping blades 5 attaching adjacent the nozzle by means of rectangular insert 6 cooperating with a slot. A push down gas valve 3 is located on the top of the assembly and has a piezo-electric spark generator associated with it to ignite the gas. The handle assembly may be provided with a triangular shaving blade 7 which is situated at the end of a hexagonal stem which locates in a corresponding hole in the handle.
Patent GB-2308307-A (GB)
Title: Depilating laser
Inventor: SLATKINE MICHAEL
IPC: A61B17/22
Filed: 1996-12-17
Abstract: An apparatus and method for depilation by destroying follicle cells. An invasive element, either a waveguide probe or needle, is inserted into the follicle and pulsed laser energy is transmitted radially about the invasive element to damage the follicle cells. The tip of the waveguide or probe is frosted to enable radial transmission, perpendicular to the axis of the probe. The lasing wavelength may be chosen to not penetrate skin. Alternatively, energy absorbing particles may be used to absorb energy and transmit it to the follicle lining rather than the surrounding skin. Also disclosed is a waveguide or frosted fibre housed in a needle. The laser energy heats the needle and thus damages the follicle lining. The needle may alternatively be heated by a flat fibre, providing energy from its tip in a conical shape.
Patent GB-2322741-A (GB)
Title: Telephone connector
Inventor: BAINES ARTHUR
IPC: H04Q1/14
Filed: 1997-02-11
Abstract: A telephone socket (10) comprises a front housing (12) having a window (14). A slidable shutter (16) closes the window (14), a circuit board (18) is retained in the housing (12) by clips (20). On one side of the board (18) is mounted wire receptors (22) and a plug receptor (24). The board (18) has an aperture therein corresponding with the window (14) and through which a telephone plug passes for connection in the receptor (24). The socket (10) also has a pivoted label lens (80) having non-circular pivot pins retained in recesses (86) of the housing, the resilience of the housing material retaining the lens in given positions.
Patent GB-2311743-A (GB)
Title: Heat exchanger and method of assembly
Inventor: EVANS TIMOTHY VAN
IPC: F28F21/08
Filed: 1997-03-20
Abstract: A heat exchanger and method of assembly for an automotive vehicle includes at least one tube (12) having an internal surface (14) and an external surface (16), and a composition cladding (18) having at least magnesium applied to the internal surface (14) and external surface (16) of the tube (12). Opposed dimples 20 are formed in the tube and soldered together.
Patent GB-2324114-A (GB)
Title: Water / damp curing system
Inventor: DRAPER DEREK ROBERT
IPC: E04B1/70
Filed: 1997-04-08
Abstract: A water / damp curing system which is applied to the outer wall / ground angles around the perimeter of a property to prevent ingress of outside surface water to the lower parts of the walls and sub - floor areas. A deflecting coving 8 of concrete modified so as to be more plasticised and elastomeric, or of epoxy resin or of acrylic mortar render is applied to the perimeter of the building where walls 1 meet the ground 6, and is sealed with microporous weather / water proofing compound; this prevents rain water running into the sub - floor region and also allows escape of water vapour.
Patent GB-2330685-A (GB)
Title: Production of plutonium containing products
Inventor: HOBBS JEFFREY WILLIAM
IPC: G21C3/62
Filed: 1997-10-25
Abstract: A method of forming a plutonium-containing product comprising combining the plutonium with an oxide or oxide precursor of a metal which does not breed plutonium. For instance, a mixture containing plutonium and zirconium species may be provided. Oxides of plutonium and zirconium are co-precipitated from a mixture and the co-precipitate is formed into a dry material suitable for disposal or use as a fuel.
Patent GB-2319742-A (GB)
Title: Tool with telescopic handle
Inventor: NUTTER WILLIAM
IPC: B25G1/04
Filed: 1997-11-07
Abstract: A tool comprises a tool head 10 attached to one end of a shaft 11. A handle is formed of two portions with the shaft forming a first portion 12 and a second portion 13 slidable over the shaft forming the second portion such that the handle is telescopic. The first portion has a series of holes 23 arranged along its length. The second portion has engaging means comprising a lever-operated button 18 which cooperates with the holes to locate the portions in fixed relation. Button 18 is released by movement of lever 17 about a pivot 21 against a biassing force from spring 19. The tool head may be a hammer head and a region of the shaft adjacent the hammer head is wrapped in rubber bands. The handle portions may be of elliptical cross-section.
Patent GB-972541-A (GB)
IPC: C01B33/20
Abstract: 972,541. Synthetic fibrous silicates; glass fibre compositions. E. I. DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO. Aug. 3, 1962 [Aug. 3, 1961; July 18, 1962], No. 30056/62. Headings C1A and C1M. [Also in Division D2] Synthetic fibrous silicates are prepared which contain sodium, hydrogen, at least one of the metals Mg, Co, and Ni, hydroxyl and/or fluorine, oxygen, and silicon, in the proportions on an atom basis of 8 parts Si, 1.5-3.0 parts Na, 0.2-2.0 parts H, 5-6 parts divalent metal, 2.0 parts total of hydroxyl and fluorine, and oxygen (excluding hydroxyl oxygen) sufficient to provide statistical electrical neutrality in the fibres which may be of the formula wherein x = 1.5-3.0; y= 0.2-2.0; z = 5.0- 6.0; m and n are each in the range 0-2; m + n =2; x+y+2z=14; M is at least one of Mg, Co, Ni. Preferably the fibres are single crystals. They are prepared by hydrothermal treatments at 300-900‹ C. and pressures of at least 300 atmos. of appropriate ingredients in aqueous mixtures having a pH of at least 9. Starting materials include sodium, magnesium, and nickel silicates; magnesium, cobalt, and nickel oxides and salts; sodium hydroxide and fluoride; magnesium fluoride and sodium fluorosilicate. Fibres of two types X and Y, having different X-ray diffraction patterns may be obtained, the X-type being favoured by reaction temperatures below 600‹ C. and pressures of 500-2000 atmos. and the Y-type being favoured by temperatures of at least 700‹ C. and pressures of at least 2500 atmos. The fibres obtained have good resistance to alkalis and good thermal stability.
Patent GB-2332414-A (GB)
Title: Control system for tailgate lifts
Inventor: GOURLEY JOHN ALEXANDER
IPC: B60P1/44
Filed: 1997-12-19
Abstract: A tailgate lift of the type having the platform folded/unfolded by a cam follower (4) is provided with a control system for restricting the folding/unfolding speed. The system preferably comprises proximity sensors F1, F2 and flow restrictor valves A, G operable, preferably on a timer E, to restrict the flow to or from a cylinder R operating the tailgate. The system may also comprise a safety valve B, a pressure relief valve and normal up/down switch 12. During normal raising valves A, B and G are closed, during normal lowering valve A is closed and valves B and G open. During folding/unfolding, valve A is open for eg. 10 to 20 seconds.
Patent GB-2332503-A (GB)
Title: Tunnel kilns
Inventor: BEAUMONT JACK
IPC: F27D3/12
Filed: 1997-12-19
Abstract: A heating apparatus includes a cavity or tunnel (12) bounded by side walls (14), a roof (16) and a base or hearth (18). At least a part of the cavity (12) may be heated, to fire articles passing therethrough. Carriers (30) are provided for supporting articles to be conveyed through the cavity (12). A conveyor mechanism (36, 38, 40) for the carriers (30) has a path of movement remote from the cavity (12).
Patent GB-2325632-A (GB)
Title: Plumbing tool
Inventor: COOK ANGUS
IPC: B25B13/48
Filed: 1998-05-27
Abstract: The tool (17) is used to restrain rotation of a device (10) fitted to the drainhole of a bath, washbasin or the like. The tool (17) comprises pins (19) which may engage respective openings (16) in a member (15) which spans the annular flange (11), these pins (19) projecting from one side of a base (18). From the other side of the base projects a boss formed internally with a polyhedral recess (20). This will accept the distal end of a socket drive so that holding the handle (22) of the socket drive a person may prevent rotation of the device (10) when screwing on or when unscrewing the nut (14).
Patent GB-2338837-A (GB)
Title: Current control element switched by a magnetic field
Inventor: BERNHOFF HANS
IPC: H01C10/10
Filed: 1998-06-23
Abstract: A current control or switching device comprises a contact switch 1, a varistor 2 and a variable resistance element 3. This element is made from an electrically conductive soft magnetic powder, such as grains of steel coated with a boride, carbide or nitride. These grains can be immersed in a liquid such as oil or perfluorinatedpolyether, or can be surrounded by a solid or gel. An electromagnet 4 applies a magnetic field to the element, and the resistance of the element is varied by varying the strength of that field, the element only being conductive in the presence of the field. Alternatively, a current-carrying coil housed around the element can be used. In an alternative embodiment, the element is responsive to both the magnetic field and to mechanical stress, and is rendered conductive only in the presence of both the field and the stress. The element can be used as a part of the switching device shown, this arrangement preventing the occurrence of arcing across the contact switch 1.
Patent GB-2338683-A (GB)
Title: A combined page holding device and bookmark
Inventor: BORONTE MARTIN PAUL
IPC: B42D9/00
Filed: 1998-07-31
Abstract: The device 10 is held by the thumb e.g. by means of a loop 14, which is collapsible to permit the device to act as a bookmark. The device comprises a flat banana-shaped strip of rigid or flexible material e.g. plastic. An anti-slip area (18, Fig 2) for the thumb is provided above the loop. The device can be removably attached to a book support stand (50, Fig 10).
Patent GB-2341038-A (GB)
Title: Interactive system enabling TV shopping
Inventor: HUNT SIMON JOHN
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 1998-08-14
Abstract: An interactive system is provided for enabling TV shopping from a central provider by remote customers without the customers having to leave their remote locations. The system provides distribution means enabling (a) incoming customer telephone communications to be routed to particular agent workstations of the central provider, and (b) outgoing video and audio communications from the agent workstations to be routed to the respective customers from whom the incoming telephone communications are received. The system is adapted to enable agents working at the workstations to communicate interactively with the customers and provide to the customers video (picture) representations of available products for viewing on the customers' televisions. By viewing the product representations and talking to the agents, the customers are able to effect transactions with the agents. The system can be implemented at reasonable cost and is not limited in its application to TV home shopping; for example, it has utility for various applications where the management of customer-supplier relationships is involved.
Patent GB-2332940-A (GB)
Title: Mouse pad
Inventor: ELDRIDGE PATRICK
IPC: G06F3/039
Filed: 1998-10-14
Abstract: A mouse pad for use with a computer mouse or tracking device, includes a planar plate 14 adhesively secured to a flexible membrane 12, and a fluid like fill media 20 received within the cavity 15 defined by the flexible membrane. In use, the fill media and membrane substantially conform to the contour of an uneven surface upon which the pad is placed e.g. a user's thigh to support the plate. The fill media may comprise water, gel, beads, beans, chips, sand, or plastic particles, and the cavity may include baffles 22. Membrane 18 is optional, and the plate may placed on the outside of the membrane 12. In an alternative embodiment, the plate 102 is secured to a ring 104, by adhesive or by screws 114 and/or clips 124, with the edge of the membrane clamped therebetween.
Patent GB-2330765-A (GB)
Title: An abrasive disinfecting and sanitising article
Inventor: ROSE EDWARD S
IPC: C11D3/48
Filed: 1998-10-23
Abstract: A disinfecting and sanitizing article comprises a substrate capable of absorbing and retaining a fluid and having two opposed surfaces wherein at least one surface is abrasive, and a nonabrasive liquid formulation for disinfecting and sanitizing is absorbed in the substrate, the liquid formulation comprising an oil-in-water emulsion, whereby initial disinfecting and sanitizing action is achieved by the combination of the abrasive surface of the substrate and the liquid formulation, and further disinfecting and sanitizing action is achieved after the biofilm is broken or dissolved by a combination of the emulsion and the abrasive substrate. Additional disinfecting and sanitizing action is achieved by the absorption of the pathogens into the substrate which has been saturated with disinfectants and sanitizers. The substrate can comprise a cloth-like towel.
Patent GB-2343111-A (GB)
Title: Kneeling chair
Inventor: ROMANCZUK JULIAN
IPC: A47C3/16
Filed: 1998-10-27
Abstract: A kneeling chair 2 has a seat 4 which slopes upwardly in a direction from front to back when in use. The seat has legs 6 which extend downwardly to flanges 8. The flanges 8 rest on the floor supporting the seat 4. A user can sit astride the seat 4 with his or her knees resting on the front part of the flanges 8.
Patent GB-2331771-A (GB)
Title: Stair bracket and stairs incorporating such a bracket
Inventor: OKE JOHN
IPC: E04F11/025
Filed: 1998-11-20
Abstract: A stair bracket 1 is provided which allows a tread to be secured to a carriageway or string of a stair. The treads can be attached in situ, thereby allowing the inclination of the stairs to be selected.
Patent GB-2332381-A (GB)
Title: A nozzle assembly
Inventor: PICCININO RALPH LEONARD
IPC: G03D5/04
Filed: 1998-12-09
Abstract: A nozzle assembly includes a channel or tubular member that has openings or slots along its length to permit a passage of solution flowing within the channel or tubular member therethrough. A partition or splitter member is positioned within the channel or tubular member and has a cross-section that outwardly diverges in a direction from an inlet of the channel or tubular member to a end of the channel or tubular member downstream of the inlet. This serves to equalize a pressure of the solution along the length of the channel or tubular member as the solution exits the channel or tubular member through the openings. The nozzle assembly can supply processing solution to a processing path of a processing tank that processes photosensitive material and is structured so as to provide a uniform processing of the photosensitive material within the processing path.
Patent GB-2349467-A (GB)
Title: Wheel testing system
Inventor: GRANT PAUL
IPC: G01N29/04
Filed: 1999-04-29
Abstract: A system for testing a wheel (W) of a railway vehicle for faults, comprises a striking device (10) for striking the wheel to produce an audio signal, a transducer (12) for picking up the audio signal, and an analysing means (14) for analysing the corresponding output signal of the transducer.
Patent GB-2351350-A (GB)
Title: Cavity stability prediction method for wellbores
Inventor: PAPANASTASIOU PANOS
IPC: E21B49/00
Filed: 1999-06-23
Abstract: A method of predicting the failure of a rock formation surrounding a subterranean cavity, including measuring a set of parameters relating to pressure conditions and stresses in the rock formation surrounding the cavity; using the set of parameters to determine a rock strength; determining a first characteristic length relating to the size of the cavity; determining a second characteristic length relating to the grain size of the rock formation surrounding the cavity; using the first and second characteristic lengths to determine a correction for the rock strength; correcting said rock strength; and using a failure criterion and the corrected rock strength to predict a condition under which the rock formation is expected to produce debris. The results of the prediction can be used to monitor wellbore stability while drilling or optimize the production parameters for a hydrocarbon reservoir.
Patent GB-2336602-A (GB)
Title: Method of effecting fluid movement in porous ground
Inventor: FINNEBRAATEN JORN INGE
IPC: A01G25/00
Filed: 1995-10-05
Abstract: A method of effecting fluid movement in porous ground is characterised by a sequence of voltage pulses are applied between spaced apart first and second electrodes having a region of the porous ground 1 therebetween. Each voltage pulse comprises a first portion in which an electroosmotically active first potential difference is applied between the first and second electrodes to effect fluid movement in the region of porous ground, and a second portion in which a second potential difference of opposite polarity to the first potential difference is applied between the first and second electrodes. A voltage is applied to a metal reinforcement located at least partly in the region of porous ground to make the voltage of the metal reinforcement negative with respect to the porous material adjacent thereto for at least part of the sequence of voltage pulses.
Patent GB-2352390-A (GB)
Title: A baby gym and a clamp unit
Inventor: ISRAEL CHRISTINE CAROLINE
IPC: A47D15/00
Filed: 1999-07-24
Abstract: A baby gym set comprises a plurality of elongate elements 10. The elements 10 are of the same cross-section and are capable of being linked together to form at least two configurations of baby gym. In one embodiment the baby gym 100 is free standing. The baby gym 100 includes two cross-pieces 102 arranged to carry items to attract the attention of a baby. The cross-pieces 102 are connected end to end and supported by a common upright 104, itself supported by two legs 106. In another embodiment the baby gym 16 is arranged to be attached to the side of a cot or bassinet. The baby gym 16 comprises an arm 20 to carry items to attract the attention of a baby thereunder and an upright element 18. The upright element 18 is clamped by a clamp unit 34 which also clamps the baby gym 16 to the side of a cot, bassinet or the like. The arm 20 is pivotable horizontally with respect to the upright element 18.
Patent GB-2353070-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine with pre-mixed intake charge and controlled auto-ignition under part-load conditions
Inventor: MA THOMAS TSOI HEI
IPC: F02D35/02
Filed: 1999-08-13
Abstract: A combustion chamber is monitored to determine if the charge has auto-ignited by a predetermined instant in the cycle and a parameter of the charge (eg temperature, EGR ratio, fuel/air ratio, NOx concentration or residual gas content as affected by variable valve timing) that affects the temperature and pressure at which the charge ignites is modified to cause the auto-ignition instant to coincide with the predetermined instant. The spark plug may be used to determine if auto-ignition has occurred by monitoring the sparking voltage and/or current to determine the state of ionisation of the charge at the instant of the spark (prior auto-ignition can be detected because it lowers breakdown voltage, increases breakdown current and reduces spark voltage decay time). Alternatively, it is possible to use a separate ionisation sensor, a pressure sensor, a temperature sensor or an optical sensor, allowing the invention to be applied also to diesel engines which are fed with a pre-mixed charge under pan-load conditions. An intake air heating system 14 and a NOx generator 15 may be provided in the intake system.
Patent GB-2341385-A (GB)
Title: Recovery of iodide from chemical process waste water
Inventor: MAGLIETTE RALPH J
IPC: B01J49/00
Filed: 1999-09-06
Abstract: The recovery of iodide from chemical process wastewater is accomplished by loading the wastewater containing iodide onto a strongly basic anion-exchange resin in free-base form; eluting the sorbed iodide from the resin with aqueous strong acid (e.g., hydrochloric acid); loading the iodide-rich cuts onto a weakly basic anion-exchange resin in free-base form; and eluting the sorbed iodide with aqueous base (e.g., sodium hydroxide). The recovered iodide typically has sufficient purity to permit its re-use in the chemical process.