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Patent GB-2400386-A (GB)
Title: A collapsible framework-supported pitched roof gazebo with unobstructed headroom
Inventor: O'CONNELL JOSEPH
IPC: E04H15/46
Filed: 2004-03-25
Abstract: A gazebo 100 has a roof support structure 120 collapsible into a space defined by legs 130 (fig 2). The legs may be extendible, preferably telescopic. The roof 120 is preferably hinged to the legs. Transverse linking members 170, horizontal to the floor, and extending between leg tops may extend along the structure sides. These may be braced against the legs by coupling members 180. The linking members 170 may be segmented (172, 173, fig 5) and locked in position by overlapping tubes 174. The roof structure preferably includes four roof members 121-124, each preferably in two segments, joining at an apex. The roof member segments may be connected by chain (190, fig 7), hidden when assembled. The gazebo may be covered with two portions of fabric (200, 210, fig 8) at the apex defining a gap (220, fig 8) between the portions. Preferably, movement of one part of the framework effects movement of another. In use, apparatus such as a patio heater may be used inside the gazebo (fig 8).
Patent GB-2397003-A (GB)
Title: Heating device
Inventor: PRZYBYLA JAN
IPC: H05B6/62
Filed: 2002-10-08
Abstract: Heating devices are typically used in glue guns to soften adhesives. A conventional glue gun employs a resistive element to generate heat energy. The invention provides a glue gun comprising an amplifier (2) in communication with a capacitor (7). The amplifier is arranged to supply a.c. power at a predetermined frequency to plates (8, 9), of the capacitor. Adhesive (10) is introduced between the capacitor plates an is softened by dielectric heating.
Patent GB-2413644-A (GB)
Title: Zoom lens driving motors
Inventor: FILIN THOMAS
IPC: G03B7/10
Filed: 2004-04-28
Abstract: An operating system (10) for an optical lens assembly (12) such as a camera lens assembly of a television or video camera comprising a rotatably adjustable zoom lens element (14), and a rotatably adjustable focus lens element (16). The operating system comprises a first stepper motor (28) for rotatably driving the zoom lens element thereby to alter its axial position and a second stepper motor (26) for rotatably driving the focus lens thereby to alter its axial position. The stepper motors (26, 28) are controlled by a control means (34) that can operate both lens elements (14, 16) simultaneously so as to adjust the effective focal length of said lens elements (14, 16) so as to maintain the field of view of the image as viewed through the lenses substantially constant.
Patent GB-2413804-A (GB)
Title: Post socket system
Inventor: WRAITH GAVIN LEE
IPC: E01F9/011
Filed: 2004-05-05
Abstract: A post socket system comprising an outer 2 and an inner tapered sleeve 1, where the inner sleeve fits inside the outer sleeve, the inner sleeve 1 specifically adapted to receive a post and concrete, where both outer and inner sleeves key into wet concrete via anchoring points 7. This system allows removal of the post and inner sleeve from the outer sleeve which remains set into the ground. A cap 3 may be fitted to the outer sleeve 2 as shown in Figures 2-4. This system enables posts to be erected and removed with no disturbance to the surrounding ground.
Patent GB-2403780-A (GB)
Title: Sliding member
Inventor: TSUJI HIDEO
IPC: F16C33/06
Filed: 2004-06-29
Abstract: A Bearing or sliding member comprising a bearing alloy layer (1), an intermediate layer (2) of Ni or a Ni alloy formed on the bearing alloy layer (1), and an overlay layer (4) of a Sn alloy containing Cu formed on the intermediate layer (2). There exist Sn-Cu compounds (3) in the overlay layer (4), which protrudently extend from the intermediate layer (2). The hard Sn-Cu compounds (3) contribute to the overlay layer (4) in improving fatigue resistance property. A soft Sn matrix being rich in an outer surface region of the overlay layer (4) is responsible for keeping good conformability to have excellent anti-seizure property.
Patent GB-2416827-A (GB)
Title: Condensing unit
Inventor: SAWERS NEIL ARTHUR
IPC: F24D12/02
Filed: 2004-07-31
Abstract: A condensing boiler includes a condensing unit 26 with heat exchange helical coils 28 fed from a common manifold 38 to a second common manifold 40. The coils are arranged with their axes parallel to one another and they allow parallel flow of a heat extraction medium within. An inlet 30 allows flue gas from the boiler to flow down, through, and around the coils before leaving via an outlet 32. The coils may have contact between adjacent turns or be spaced apart. A turbulent flow of gas may be provided by at least one baffle 42 in the casing 36 of the unit.
Patent GB-2402940-A (GB)
Title: Biomarkers of inflammation and/or macrophage activation
Inventor: TAKACS LASZIO
IPC: G01N33/88
Filed: 2004-08-19
Abstract: An EMR3 or KMO polypeptide as target in activated-macrophage-related disorders such as inflammatory disorders, and compounds acting as EMR3 or KMO modulators, methods of screening therefore and methods of using them in prevention and treatment of activated-macrophage-related disorders. Also provided are, methods of determining whether macrophages are activated in a sample as well as methods and kits of diagnosis, prognosis, monitoring and assessment of the efficacy of a treatment for activated-macrophage-related disorders using quantification of EMR3 or KMO expression and/or activity levels. The invention relates also to novel disease association of EDG6 or PTGER4 polypeptides and polynucleotides, and to methods of screening for therapeutic agents for the treatment of inflammatory diseases. Antibodies which specifically bind to polypeptides of the invention may be used for the diagnosis of disorders characterized by the over-expression of polypeptide.
Patent GB-2421022-A (GB)
Title: A method for producing particles of spinels
Inventor: LLOYD JONATHAN RICHARD
IPC: C12P3/00
Filed: 2004-11-09
Abstract: A method for producing particles of inverse spinels of general formula MFe2O4 (where M is any first row transition metal) is disclosed, said particles having a maximum diameter of less than 1000nm. The method involves the steps of providing an aqueous suspension of amorphous Fe(III) oxide additionally containing amorphous oxide of metal M; adding to said metal oxide suspension dissimilatory Fe(III) reducing bacteria together with an electron donor; incubating the bacteria with the metal oxide suspension under an anaerobic atmosphere; and separating the resulting particles of spinel from the suspension. The disclosure also relates to a method for removing iron(III) and other transition metal contaminants from the environment, comprising the steps of: providing an aqueous suspension of contaminated sediment containing amorphous Fe(III) oxide together with an oxide of at least one other first row transition metal, and of dissimilatory Fe(III) reducing bacteria; adding to said suspension an electron donor; incubating the suspension containing the bacteria under an anaerobic atmosphere; and separating the resulting particles of spinel from the suspension.
Patent GB-2420782-A (GB)
Title: Cationically curable coating compositions
Inventor: STANDING STEPHEN STUART
IPC: C09J183/07
Filed: 2004-12-01
Abstract: A cationically curable coating composition comprising a) a cationically polymerisable component comprising at least two polymerisable oxetane groups and b) an initiator comprising a thioxanthonium salt. The compositions can be cured by application of energy. Curing is in one embodiment performed by use of UV radiation. In an embodiment the composition comprises from 5 to 98.5 % by weight of the oxetane containing compound and from 1.0 to 10 % by weight of the initiator. In one embodiment the polymerisable oxetane is bis[(1-ethyl-3-oxetanyl)methyl] ether and the thioxanthonium salt is 10-biphenyl-4-yl-2-isopropyl-9-oxo-9H-thioxanthen-10-ium hexaphosphate. The compositions are useful for printing inks, adhesives and flexographic printing.
Patent GB-2415320-A (GB)
Title: Establishing a communication session either over PSTN or the Internet dependent upon certain criteria.
Inventor: DE BEER JULIE
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2004-12-02
Abstract: The present invention establishes a communication session between a first telephone 1 connected to an electronic device 2 and a second telephone 6. The first telephone 1 outputs a signal to the electronic device 2 that identifies the second telephone 76. The signal is used to obtain predetermined information about the second telephone 6 such as whether or not it is currently connected to the Internet, for example. A digital communication session can then be established between telephones 1 and 6 if the second telephone is connected to the Internet. Otherwise, an analogue communication session is established (over the Public Switched Telephone network (PSTN)). The telecommunication apparatus can be used to deliver voice calls to remote destinations over a digital or analogue network, and where the type of network that is used is selected based on the particular capabilities of the device on which the voice call is to be terminated.
Patent GB-2421051-A (GB)
Title: Magnetic force coupling for tensile loads
Inventor: WADDINGTON NICHOLAS RICHARD
IPC: F16G11/00
Filed: 2004-12-07
Abstract: The coupling is created by the magnetic attraction of an electromagnet [5] to a pole plate [3]. The transmission force may be fixed to the neutral side of the electromagnet and the load fixed to the pole plate or visa versa. The activation of the electromagnet through the electrical supply causes it to be attracted to the pole plate if in close proximity (the device will couple) by the magnetic force generated. The application of the electrical supply to the electromagnet can be made remotely. The coupling can be uncoupled in two ways <SL> <LI>1) By remotely turning off the electrical supply to the electromagnet [Fig 1]. <LI>2) By the tensile force in the transmission system exceeding the magnetic force generated by the electromagnet </SL> The electromagnet and or the pole plate can be filled with a sensor/s [4] to detect if the two surfaces are in contact or not and the signal from the sensor used for further control and indication of the coupling status In conditions where the motion of the load may be stopped abruptly and it is desirable for the force generator to continue with some motion/overshoot and not uncouple the device, the device will incorporate a permanent magnet [2] installed in the pole plate. The permanent magnet will have a magnetic force of a value lower than that of the electro magnet, which will allow the piston [1] to move when the tensile force increases to a value to exceed that of the permanent magnet. If and when the piston reaches the end of its stroke and the tensile force increases still further to exceed that of the force generated by the electromagnet, the coupling will uncouple.
Patent GB-2421415-A (GB)
Title: A rabbit hutch
Inventor: SISMAN SARAH ELIZABETH
IPC: A01K1/03
Filed: 2004-12-21
Abstract: A substantially cylindrical rabbit hutch is produced by the modification of a plastic dustbin which has a removable and lockable lid. The device would be used in a horizontal position mounted on moulded stands to prevent rolling. A hole, cut in the lid, would be of sufficient diameter to allow access of a rabbit but of a size to deter cats and dogs. This hole may be fitted with a rotating plastic cover to allow for the hole to be closed. Holes 1 may be made in the body of the device to allow for ventilation and observation and holes 2 for the fitting of a water bottle 3 with an elastic tie 4.
Patent GB-2410331-A (GB)
Title: Acoustic transducers for tubulars
Inventor: GARCIA-OSUNA FERNANDO
IPC: H04R1/02
Filed: 2005-01-06
Abstract: Acoustic transducers are configured with transducer elements 30 disposed on an arch or arcuate shaped member 35 adapted to fit in juxtaposition around a tubular. The arcuate shaped member 35 is adapted with conductors to provide a voltage to the transducer elements 30. One embodiment uses a metallic arcuate shaped member 35. Embodiments implemented as sources are used to excite borehole acoustic modes. Some embodiments provide phased array acoustic energy excitation/signal reception. The transducers are covered with a sealer in a liquid-free configuration and shields are used to protect the transducers.
Patent GB-2423671-A (GB)
Title: Multi-frequency radio transmitter for metal detectors
Inventor: MOFFAT RONALD JAMES
IPC: H04B15/00
Filed: 2005-02-21
Abstract: A battery operated FM multi-frequency radio transmitter is connected to the headphone output socket of a metal detector and transmits the audio output of the metal detector to a set of radio receiver headphones worn by an operator. To allow the use of several metal detectors in close proximity the transmitter reproduces audio frequency sounds over a range of frequencies, ideally selected by the operator by means of a switch. The device preferably incorporates; a filter to reduce unwanted electrical noise, an audio range of 150Hz to 1600Hz, temperature compensation circuitry and a battery power indicator. The transmitter may incorporate a buffer circuit to enable its connection to different types of metal detector.
Patent GB-2411656-A (GB)
Title: Ester slip agents
Inventor: PARKER DAVID ANDREW
IPC: C08K5/101
Filed: 2005-03-02
Abstract: The use of a compound of formula R-C(O)O-R' as a slip agent in a polyester polymer is disclosed, wherein R and R' represent C1-34 hydrocarbons. Typically, the total number of carbon atoms is greater than 16. The compound may be stearyl stearate, stearyl behenate, behenyl behenate, ethyl behenate, behenyl acetate, palmityl myristate, palmityl palmate. The polyester may be selected from poly(ethylene terephthalate), poly(butylene terephthalate), poly(cyclohexanedimethylene terephthalate), poly(ethylene isophthalate), poly(ethylene naphthalenedicarboxylate), poly(ethylene phthalate), or copolymers thereof. Normally 0.1-1.0 wt. % of the compound is present in the polyester. A polyester polymer incorporating one or more of the aforementioned slip agents and a film and a container made therefrom is also disclosed. In an alternative aspect, a composition comprises a copolymer of a polyester with a compound having the formula R-X-R', wherein R and R' represent C1-34 hydrocarbons, X represents one of the moieties, -C(O)O-, -OC(O)-A-C(O)O-, or -C(O)O-A-OC(O)-, and A represents C2-36 hydrocarbons.
Patent GB-2417153-A (GB)
Title: Foot scanning and measuring apparatus
Inventor: PISHDADIAN HAMID
IPC: G01B11/24
Filed: 2005-04-22
Abstract: A scanner has a plurality of cameras 22 positioned around an object to be scanned. The object is illuminated by non-coherent light and the object is covered by a close-fitting textured surface. The cameras can be arranged as pairs 24, 26 and each camera pair is supported on a single support. The scanned object can be a foot, among other things, and the scanner is positioned at a predetermined incline so that the foot is evenly supported. One camera pair 32 may be mounted above the object. Triangulation may be used to obtain a 3D image and a point cloud (48, fig 9) may also be generated. Method for attaching the camera pairs on the support, method for calibrating the camera pairs and method of scanning the foot to provide shoe sizes and shoe lasts are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2428197-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for administrating a substance into a patient
Inventor: ROSER BRUCE JOSEPH
IPC: A61M37/00
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: An apparatus for administrating a substance such as vaccines into a patient comprises a foil base layer 4 adapted to be applied to skin of a patient, a collapsible cover 2 attached to the base layer 4 thereby defining a container for the substance and a penetrating means 1A located within the container so that upon collapsing the cover 2 the penetrating means 1A penetrates the base layer 4 and the skin. Penetrating means 1A may comprise of a single or an array 1 of needles or spikes supported on a disc shaped support 1B and may be made from water soluble glass dissolvable upon penetrating the skin at a depth of approximately 1mm. Grooves (fig 3) may be provided on the penetrating means 1A permitting the vaccine that may be flowable such as a liquid or cream to flow more easily through the skin. A protective annular plastics top 8 releasably attached to the cover 2 may be provided. Protective top (9, fig 4) may house a slider (10) adapted to collapse the cover 2 when slid over the top of the collapsible cover 2 by pulling a ring pull (10A). The apparatus may be a patch and the base layer 4 may have and adhesive disk 6 attached to permit releasable bonding of the patch to the patient's skin by removing an outer foil 7.
Patent GB-2417160-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic subscription and message routing on a topic between a publishing node and subscribing nodes
Inventor: CULLEN WILLIAM
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2004-02-06
Abstract: A system for dynamic message routing on a topic between publishing nodes (504a) and subscribing nodes (506a) includes a plurality of message queues, at least one topic/node table, a subscribing module, a publishing module, and other modules to send messages between one or more publisher and one or more subscribers. These modules are coupled together by a bus in a plurality of nodes and provide for the dynamic message routing on a topic between publishing nodes and subscribing nodes. The message queues store messages at each node for delivery to subscribers local to that node. The topic/node table lists which clients subscribe to which topics, and is used by the other modules to ensure proper distribution of messages. The subscribing module is use to establish a subscription to a topic for that node. The publishing module is used to identify subscribers to a topic and transmit messages to subscribers dynamically. The other modules include various devices to optimize message communication in a publish/subscribe architecture operating on a distributed computing system.
Patent GB-2418571-A (GB)
Title: Signalling of radio bearer information
Inventor: VELDE HIMKE VAN DER
IPC: H04W4/06
Filed: 2005-09-22
Abstract: In a cellular communication network comprising a plurality of cells, and further comprising one or more multicast/broadcast service providers arranged to provide a plurality of multicast/broadcast services over a radio interface to a mobile communication device located in a current cell, a method of providing radio bearer configuration information to enable the mobile communication device to receive a multicast/broadcast service, the method comprising the steps of: providing to a mobile communication device messages containing information associated with the radio bearer configuration, wherein each message is associated with a plurality of multicast/broadcast services that are available to be transmitted to the mobile communication device when in the current cell, and, periodically transmitting the messages to the mobile communication device within the current cell.
Patent GB-2422434-A (GB)
Title: Maintaining temperature stability in a seismic sensor
Inventor: HAYMAN MARK JONATHAN
IPC: G01V1/18
Filed: 2006-01-23
Abstract: A seismometer 20 comprises at least one axis mechanics module 23 which includes moving parts 15 (e.g. frame, boom, suspension, spring, force actuator, displacement transducer, axis electronics, re-centring mechanism) and an electronic component 26 (eg PCB). A thermally insulating assembly 25 supports and surrounds the axis mechanics modules 23. A pressure sealed enclosure 22 surrounds the thermally insulating assembly 25 and the electronic component 26. Heat flow from the pressure sealed enclosure to the axis mechanics modules is minimised, and transmission of seismic signals to the axis mechanics modules is enabled. The thermally insulating assembly 25 may be made from a rigid insulating material such as ceramic, glass-epoxy or glass filled plastic. A tray 28 may divide the interior into a first chamber 19 for the electronics 26 and a second chamber 18 for the mechanics 23. The tray 28 minimises the movement of air by convection between the chambers 19, 18.
Patent GB-2436335-A (GB)
Title: Composite joist
Inventor: BARON PAUL
IPC: E04C3/292
Filed: 2006-03-23
Abstract: A composite joist has a metal web member having an, in use, upper surface bonded to an upper timber chord and an, in use, lower surface bonded to a lower timber chord. The bonding is by adhesive and the lower and upper chords are spaced from the neutral axis of the joist. The adhesive may be a polyurethane adhesive for bonding wood to steel. The metal web member may also have an upper flange and a lower flange, each projecting at 90 degrees from the web, the upper surface and lower surface being provided by the flanges. The web member may form a C-shaped profile. The edges of the flanges remote from the web may be folded outwardly away from each other to form lips against which the timber chords abut. The web may be formed with holes for the passage of electrical cables, plumbing pipes or conduits. Ends of the joist may be devoid of holes.
Patent GB-2436327-A (GB)
Title: A method of oxidation of vanadium (IV) ions
Inventor: CLOUGH PETER SPENCE
IPC: B01D53/34
Filed: 2006-03-24
Abstract: A method of oxidation of vanadium (IV) to vanadium (V) in aqueous solutions 2 which comprises adding a di-sodium salt of anthraquinone di-sulphonic acid (ADA) to the solution. The ADA may be regenerated by bubbling air into a reaction vessel 1 through a bubbler 7. The vanadium may be in the form of potassium metavanadate. The ADA may be the 2, 7 isomer. The method may include the use of the solution for the removal of carbon dioxide from a gas stream.
Patent GB-2437529-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle ignition key repair device
Inventor: MCCORMACK IAN VICTOR
IPC: E05B19/04
Filed: 2006-04-28
Abstract: A device to repair a vehicle ignition key when a key shaft 2 has broken away from a head 3 comprises a portion 4 to grip the shaft and a section 8 which can receive and carry the head if it contains a transponder necessary for the operation of the key.
Patent GB-2438203-A (GB)
Title: Depressible insert for a road stud
Inventor: HILL DAVE
IPC: E01F9/07
Filed: 2006-05-18
Abstract: The depressible insert comprises a resilient body 401 within which is held a plastic eye 300 comprising a corner cube reflector 200 with at least one resilient wiper 440A,B,C,D being formed by part of the resilient body for cleaning the plastic eye. The corner cube reflector comprises a pattern of hexagonal cells which are divided into first and second groups that have first and second orientations, respectively, wherein the first and second orientations are configured such that in use the first and second groups of cells provide different horizontal distributions of reflectivity from the road stud. The corner cube is preferably formed from acrylic with a backing plate attached to the corner cube reflector assembly by acoustic welding to provide an air gap between the reflector and the backing plate. The backing plate preferably includes two studs for engaging corresponding holes in the resilient body to hold the plastic eye in place. The insert may have at least three, and preferably four, resilient wiper blades.
Patent GB-2440394-A (GB)
Title: Turbine rotor
Inventor: TUCKER ROBERT MCEWAN
IPC: F03B7/00
Filed: 2006-07-24
Abstract: A turbine rotor assembly comprising at least one rotor unit including a hub unit 101 mounted for rotation about the longitudinal axis of the hub unit, first and second end plates 103 comprising parallel disks mounted on the hub unit the planes of the end plates being orthogonal to the axis of rotation of the hub unit and at least one rotor blade 102 projecting from the hub unit 101 and extending axially between the end plates and joined thereto, the rotor blade having a cylindrical outer portion 105 and an inwardly directed arcuate portion 104 arranged to be concave to the intended direction of rotation of the rotor unit, the envelope of the rotor assembly being a right circular cylinder. An electricity generating station (eg. utilizing tidal flow) incorporating at least one such rotor assembly is described.