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Patent GB-2453946-A (GB)
Title: A Wall Element with Deformable Cooling Pedestals for use in Combustion Apparatus
Inventor: CARLISLE MICHAEL LAWRENCE
IPC: F23R3/00
Filed: 2007-10-23
Abstract: A tile for use as part of an inner wall of a gas turbine engine combustor, the tile being provided with deformable cooling pedestals extending into a space between the tile and the outer wall. The pedestals are deformed in contact with the outer wall of the combustor.
Patent GB-2446273-A (GB)
Title: Chemically amplified resist composition
Inventor: TAKATA YOSHIYUKI
IPC: C07C381/00
Filed: 2008-01-28
Abstract: A chemically amplified resist composition comprises a resin which comprises a structural unit having an acid-labile group and a structural unit represented by the formula (I): wherein R<1> represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, ring X represents a C3-C30 cyclic hydrocarbon group in which one - CH2- is substituted with-COO-, and at least one hydrogen atom in the C3-C30 cyclic hydrocarbon group may be substituted, and p represents an integer of 1 to 4, and which itself is insoluble or poorly soluble in an alkaline aqueous solution but becomes soluble in an alkaline aqueous solution by the action of an acid, and at least two salts selected from a salt represented by the formula (II): <CHE>A<+ ->03C(Y<1>Y<2>)C02-R<21>```(II)</CHE> wherein Y<1> and Y<2> each independently represent a fluorine atom or a C1-C6 perfluoroalkyl group, A<+> represents an organic counter ion and R<21> represents a C1-C30 hydrocarbon group which may be substituted and at least one -CH2- in the C1-C30 hydrocarbon group may be substituted with -CO- or -0-, and a salt represented by the formula (III): <CHE>A'<+> -03S  G  R<23></CHE> wherein R<23> represents a C1-C8 linear or branched chain perfluoroalkyl group and A'<+> represents an organic counter ion.
Patent GB-2450572-A (GB)
Title: Glass table comprising retainer coupled to table leg
Inventor: CHENG LIANG-YU
IPC: A47B13/00
Filed: 2008-02-20
Abstract: A glass table comprises a glass table plate 10, a retainer 20, a table leg 30 and a fixing element 40. The retainer 20 includes a first side 21 to cohere or adhere to the glass table plate 10, and a second side 22 comprising a compartment 23 in which is disposed a fixed block 24. The table leg 30 includes a first end coupled to the second side of the retainer and a second end placed on the ground, with a receiving hole 31 defined in the first end to receive the fixed block. The fixing element 40 is inserted through the first end of the table leg and engages with the fixed block of the retainer to fix the table leg to the glass table plate. The fixed block may be integrated with the retainer (Fig. 3) or may be fixed to the retainer by fusing or welding (Fig. 6). The fixed block and table leg may have threaded holes 25, 32 for receiving the fixing element. An annular groove (33, Fig. 8) may surround the receiving hole in the leg to receive a rim of the retainer.
Patent GB-2448581-A (GB)
Title: Diffuse seismic imaging systems and methods
Inventor: SCOTT GARY LEE
IPC: G01V1/28
Filed: 2008-04-09
Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to construct subsurface images from diffuse seismic energy (passive seismic or microseismic methods). Various disclosed system embodiments include multiple seismic sensors that each convert received seismic energy into one or more seismic signals. One or more processors combine the seismic signals to determine a subsurface map. As part of determining the map, the processor(s) systematically focus the array of seismic sensors on each bin in the subsurface volume of interest. In this manner each bin becomes a focal point of the array. For each bin, the processor(s) analyze the seismic wave travel time to each seismic sensor and apply a corresponding time shift to align the seismic signals with a uniform travel time. The time-shifted seismic signals are then combined to determine an intensity value for seismic energy radiating from the focal point. A subsurface map can then be derived from the intensity value as a function of position.
Patent GB-2449768-A (GB)
Title: A fluid operated torque tool with means for applying forces in opposite directions
Inventor: JUNKERS JOHN KURT
IPC: B25B23/00
Filed: 2008-05-30
Abstract: A fluid operated torque tool for tightening a nut 1 through a spring washer 2 onto a plate 3 on a railroad crossing, comprises a housing 4 and two coaxial drives 5, 6 applying equal turning forces in opposite directions around an axis A. One of the two coaxial drives is located around the other. A first socket 9 is attached to one of the coaxial drives, and is configured to fit on the rectangular plate. A second socket 10 is attached to the other coaxial drive inside the first socket and is configured to fit on the nut, with the washer not being engaged by the sockets. The nut and the spring washer are tightened onto the plate while the first socket and the housing stand still.
Patent GB-2460714-A (GB)
Title: Electronic device for preventing instability in transport equipment
Inventor: HARBACH GEOFFREY JOHN
IPC: G01C9/00
Filed: 2008-06-09
Abstract: One or more electronic circuits boards and gravitational/inertial sensors typically but not necessarily contained exclusively in their own housing (1) typically but not necessarily with a cable and connector for connection to the velocity control system of transport equipment (3) and which typically but not necessarily includes visual and/or auditory warning devices (4) and which enjoys an internal and/or an external power source (11). The purpose of the device is to be mounted to something, (typically transport equipment, but could be anything which needs to be monitored for excessive angle or acceleration), such that a warning is provided when excessive angle is approached, or when accelerations are tending to cause the entity it is connected to - to approach the entities angle of static and/or dynamic instability. The intention is that the driver/person controlling the velocity of the equipment will then take corrective action to restore stability. Optionally the subject of the patent application can electrically interface with the control system of, for example transport equipment such as a powered wheelchair, in order to automatically limit the available speed and/or acceleration in order to reduce the likelihood of static and/or dynamic instability.
Patent GB-2461083-A (GB)
Title: Repositionable Copy Sheet
Inventor: ABBOTT DAVID PAUL NAILL
IPC: B41L1/24
Filed: 2008-06-20
Abstract: A carbon-type repositionable folding copy sheet is designed for use from the bottom of a note pad. The copy sheet would typically be attached to the base of the pad using a repositionable adhesive. The sheet may be folded in a V or Z configuration.
Patent GB-2466773-A (GB)
Title: System and method for sand detection
Inventor: GEIMAERT KOEN
IPC: G01N3/48
Filed: 2008-12-31
Abstract: An impact device for detecting sand positioned under water comprises a head which is adapted so that upon impact with soil under water it substantially penetrates into a layer of sand. Upon penetrating into, or removal from, a soil structure the device provides information for identifying the layer of sand if it is present. In use the device may be of the free fall type and the head may comprise an elongate or needle shaped position for penetrating into the soil. A variety of sensors may be included within the device such as electrical sensors, electro-physical transducers, chemical sensors, optical sensors and even acoustic or ultra-sound sensors. In addition to the device claim, the invention also relates to a corresponding method and data processor and computer program product claims.
Patent GB-2467341-A (GB)
Title: Condiment grinder
Inventor: BRADSHAW LUKE
IPC: A47J42/46
Filed: 2009-01-30
Abstract: There is provided a condiment grinder 2 comprising a first grinder 22 connected to a first axle 24, a second grinder 30 connected to a second axle 32 and a driving assembly 8 having an actuator and a drive shaft 10; wherein the first axle comprises a first axle engagement means 16; the second axle comprises a second axle engagement means 34; the drive shaft comprises a first drive shaft engagement means 16 and a second drive shaft engagement means 18; and the condiment grinder is configured such that, in use, either the first drive shaft engagement means engages the first axle engagement means to drive the first grinder; or the second drive shaft engagement means engages the second axle engagement means to drive the second grinder.
Patent GB-2462501-A (GB)
Title: Card mounting strip
Inventor: MARTIN-DYE PHILIP
IPC: A47G1/16
Filed: 2009-04-09
Abstract: A display device for mounting greetings cards or similar sheet-form items comprises a strip that has clip elements 1b formed therein at intervals along the length of the strip. Each clip element comprises a tongue that may be resiliently flexed and which will resiliently grip and hold a greetings cards or similar with the card hanging from the clip element. The tongue may take various shapes. The strip can have weakened/thinned, eg scored, fold-lines/zones at intervals so that it can be rolled up or folded into a stack. Short lengths of strip may be connected together to form a longer strip by using the clip elements to inter-link strips.
Patent GB-2469869-A (GB)
Title: Continuous ZnO films
Inventor: MIRAFTAB MOHSEN
IPC: B82B1/00
Filed: 2009-05-01
Abstract: High quality zinc oxide (ZnO) films are fabricated, which comprise densely packed ZnO nanorods only at the surface (see Fig. 4), or composite/hybrid piezoelectric (PE)-films with ZnO nanostructures 3 embedded in other piezoelectric materials at the surface such as piezoelectric polymer or powders 4. ZnO nanorods with large aspect ratio 3 are synthesized by solution, and hybrid films are fabricated by embedding the nanorods in other piezoelectric materials and sintering to form continuous surface films. The films possess high piezoelectric, electrical and optoelectric properties owing to nanodimensions, quantum confinement and high crystallinity. The film surfaces are smooth and continuous both crystallographically and acoustically, therefore are suitable for fabrication of piezoelectric devices and microsystems such as surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices, film bulk acoustic wave devices, power generators and electronic devices such as solar cells, laser and light emission device and transistors.
Patent GB-2457203-A (GB)
Title: Designation of electronic financial transactions
Inventor: BELAMANT SERGE CHRISTIAN PIERRE
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2007-11-16
Abstract: An electronic financial transaction system has an identifier designation determining means for determining a designation of an identifier supplied by a prospective transactor in accordance with his circumstances; and a response means for implementing a predetermined response according to the designation of the identifier. The designation can be either "normal" or "duress". If a "normal" identifier is given then the transactor is allowed a normal suite of transactions. If a "duress" identifier is given then no transactions are permitted, the transactor's account is frozen, and personnel are alerted to assist the transactor. Alternatively, limited transactions are permitted and the personnel alerted.
Patent GB-2473019-A (GB)
Title: Device management
Inventor: GYLES NICHOLAS MARK
IPC: H04W4/50
Filed: 2009-08-27
Abstract: A method for managing communication in a system comprising a device 110 in communication with a server 120 via a communication path comprising a gateway 140 is provided. A communication session is initiated by transmitting a request signal from the device to the gateway, the signal is then routed through the gateway and the signal is then transmitted from the gateway to the server. The system may further comprise a second server and a repository and the device type for the device may be determined from the request signal and the server to which the request should be routed may be determined by the gateway by interrogating the repository, which may be located within the gateway. The gateway may also perform translation of signals between the client and server. The system may be used for interoperability testing of devices in the network and the server(s) may be responsible for managing/controlling the devices in the network.
Patent GB-2473468-A (GB)
Title: Releasable retention mechanism
Inventor: BEALES AMANDA
IPC: B60P3/00
Filed: 2009-09-10
Abstract: An animal stall 10, such as a horse box or trailer, includes a loading bar 20, the loading bar incorporating a latching mechanism 25 to retain it in use in a position to secure an animal within the stall, the loading bar comprising an emergency release mechanism 50 located outside the stall and operatively connected with the latching mechanism 25 to disengage the latching mechanism to enable the animal to be released from the stall. The emergency release mechanism 50 may comprise a cable 62 connected at the remote or distal end to the latching mechanism and at the proximal end, outside the stall, to a tensioning mechanism to withdraw the cable and disengage the latching mechanism. Also claimed is an emergency release mechanism for releasing a loading bar of an animal stall from outside the stall and a lorry or van including such a release mechanism.
Patent GB-2464598-A (GB)
Title: Angled spot bucket or tray
Inventor: BROWN PHILIP
IPC: B28C5/10
Filed: 2009-10-08
Abstract: A spot bucket or tray 1 consists of an impervious container with an angled front. It is preferred that the bucket or tray is used for DIY purposes, or on a building site to mix cement, mortar, etc, and the angled front allows for easy loading of container materials onto trowels. The bucket or tray 1 may further include a cover (figs 23, 24, ref 1) to prevent evaporation. The bucket or tray 1 may further include a wheeled stand (fig 7, ref 1) to allow for easy movement on a building site. A number of items may be connected to the bucket or tray 1 including dry storage boxes, tool racks, tool holders (fig 11), and scaffold safety clips. The bucket or tray 1 may be attached to a roof ladder via a fixing platform (fig 10, ref 1) with adjustable legs. The bucket or tray 1 may have handles 3 which incorporate locking devices and a cushioned soft grip portion for ease of handling.
Patent GB-2475337-A (GB)
Title: Subsea acoustic probe apparatus for monitoring oil risers
Inventor: DUNN SHAUN
IPC: E21B17/01
Filed: 2009-11-17
Abstract: A subsea probe apparatus 100 comprises a subsea acoustic probe 102 for propagation of acoustic signals with respect to a riser wall 104. The subsea probe 102 is operably coupled to a propagation interface medium 108 for propagation of the acoustic signals therethrough and replacing an ambient medium, for example, the sea water. In just one example, the interface medium may be formed from a silicone based material which acoustically couples the acoustic probe 102 to the external surface 106 of the riser 104.
Patent GB-2466350-A (GB)
Title: An exoatmospheric mass spectrometry system
Inventor: FINLAY ALAN
IPC: H01J49/10
Filed: 2009-11-30
Abstract: This invention describes an analytical system in which a kinetic impact ionisation (KII) source 802 is combined with a quadrupole mass analyser 805 to form a mass spectrometer system for analysis of the elemental and chemical composition of exo-atmospheric particles 801. A flux of cosmic dust, debris or microparticles 801 moving at very high velocities through the vacuum of outer space collides with a target plate of the kinetic impact ionization source, the energy imparted by said collisions ionizing at least a fraction each particle. The ions 803 thus generated are guided to the quadrupole mass analyser 805 which filters the ions according to their mass-to-charge ratio. The filtered ions 806 are then detected by a detector 807. In another embodiment (see Figure 7), the system includes an array of quadrupole mass analyzers operated in parallel.
Patent GB-1000515-A (GB)
Title: Aircraft navigation-aid apparatus
IPC: G05D1/06
Filed: 1962-03-16
Abstract: 1,000,515. Radio navigation. SPERRY RAND CORPORATION. March 16, 1962 [April 6, 1961 (2)], No. 10104/62. Heading H4D. [Also in Division G3] In aircraft navigation apparatus associated with a radio-defined glide path beam and of the kind wherein during a landing manoeuvre along the beam there is produced a resultant control signal having as components a signal representing an " ordered " pitch angle and a signal representing the actual pitch angle and wherein a utilization device provides for manual or automatic control of the elevator of the aircraft, there is provided means, including a rate-of-descent (h) measuring device, providing an " error " signal representing the difference between a set of descent (h REF ) and h, and there is provided switch means automatically operated when the aircraft is at a predetermined distance d (including zero) from the centreline of the glide path beam so as to adjust the " ordered " pitch-angle signal in dependence on the " error " signal for a predetermined time interval. By these means the " overshoot " of the glide path beam is reduced, as compared, for example, with the arrangement described in Specification 854,732 [Group XXXV]. The invention is described as applied to an automatic flight control system of the kind described in that Specification; it may be applied to flight control systems as described in Specification 656,779 [Group XXXV] and to flight director systems as described in Specification 690,985 [Group XL(c)]. In Fig. 1 receiver 10 produces a D.C. signal having a magnitude and polarity representing the magnitude and sense respectively of the displacement of the aircraft with respect to the centre-line of a selected glide path beam at 2¢ degrees to the earth. The signal h REF =V sin (2¢ degrees). where V is nominal aircraft approach speed, is generated by a potentiometer 40 and applied to an algebraic summator 52 in an opposite sense to the other input thereof: a signal representing h is obtained from a known means 41, or from a radio altimeter. When the aircraft intercepts the centre-line of the glide path, null sensor 11 causes relay 12 to be energized and close contacts 12a, 12b, 12c and relay 53 is energized; relay 53 de-energizes after a predetermined delay and disconnects the h ERROR  signal from amplifier 14. In another embodiment the h ERROR  signal is rendered effective when the aircraft is a horizontal distance d from the centre-line of the glide path beam, Figs. 3 and 4 (neither shown); there is then no overshoot.
Patent GB-1262430-A (GB)
Title: Automatic infusion brew maker
IPC: A47J31/057
Filed: 1970-03-03
Abstract: 1,262,430. Coffee maker. SPERRY RAND CORP. March 3, 1970 [March 4, 1969], No.10125/70. Heading A4D. An automatic coffee maker comprises a water tank 22 containing two reservoirs 33, 34, from which water is pumped by a heat pump 44 in the base 20, into a coffee infusion vessel 23, detachable from the tank, so that water from the smaller reservoir 33 infuses with the coffee whilst water from the reservoir 34 by-passes the coffee before combining with the infused liquid. The desired amount of water is poured into the tank, the first three cups going into the first reservoir 33 and any extra over-flowing into reservoir 34 via a funnel 38. Water is then drawn from reservoirs 33 and 34 via check-valves 39 and 41, through ducts 42 and 43 and inlets 66 and 67 into channels 58 and 59 respectively in the heater block 56 by means of a heating element 57 spaced inbetween the channels. Hot water is then transported from the outlets 68 and 69 of the respective channels through ducts 46 and 48 to riser tubes 47 and 49 from which tube 47 from reservoir 33, water passes through nozzle 51 into the grounds-steeping vessel 23 and infuses with coffee grounds on filter 101. Water from tube 49 passes through a channel 53 and down a by-pass tube 54 to below the filter, where it combines with infused coffee; the mixture then passes through a drip outlet 56 and is collected in a vessel 29. The filter is supported on radial ribs 96, 97 with channels 102 having sharp edges 100 for easy passage of the infused liquid through the filter to the outlet. A grounds cover 108 prevents grounds from spilling out of the basket 23 and has an annular depression to insure that any increase in water level above the cover will be dealt with by passage through outlet 111 into tube 54. When channels 58 and 59 are pumped dry, a thermostat 73 responds to the increased temperature by cutting off the current to the heating element and then cycling to provide a higher temperature than that necessary for pumping. The thermostat is supported on a web 74 of the pump block 56 which also supports three arcuately arranged raised bores for conducting heat to a hot-plate 28. The heat pump may be arranged so that the channel 58 lies between the element and other channel, in which case the channels are pumped dry sequentially, Fig. 11 (not shown). Channel 58 is of smaller cross-section than channel 59 in order that more heat transfer, and thus a faster pumping rate, be achieved in this channel.
Patent GB-610240-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to coin-controlled apparatus
IPC: G07F1/04
Filed: 1946-04-02
Abstract: 610,240. Coin-freed apparatus. WESTINGHOUSE BRAKE & SIGNAL CO., Ltd., KERSHAW, N. G., and MASON, R. April 2, 1946, No. 10157. [Class 27] In apparatus comprising a coin counting receptacle through which the inserted coins are fed and which operates an associated ticket or other delivery mechanism if the coins are sufficient in number, the counting receptacle is normally closed and opens automatically to release the coins therein if they become jammed or are insufficient in number. Coin action, multiple-coin, mechanical and electrical connection.-Inserted coins pass down a chute 1 and are received separately between pins 4 on a rotating disc 3 driven by a motor 6. In their passage down the chute the coins momentarily close contacts 50 to energize parallel relays 44, 45 the latter completing a holding circuit for both at 'contacts 52, and the former closing the circuit of the motor 6. As the coins are carried round by the disc 3, each in turn trips a finger 16 on a rocking segment 17 and is then discharged to the till. The rocking of segment 17 repeatedly closes contacts 20, 21 to register the coins, and the delivery mechanism functions when the appropriate number have been registered. Operation of the delivery mechanism opens contacts 46 to de-energize relays 44 and 45, the former breaking the motor circuit after a time delay. If, however, coins are still present on the disc a parallel circuit to the coin contacts 50 is maintained through the coins so that the motor continues running and a further delivery occurs if the additional coins are sufficient in number. For this purpose, the pins 4 are mounted on an insulating ring 10 between inner and outer metal sections 7 and 8 of the disc 3. External connection is made to the sections 7, 8 and pins 4 by brushes 9 and 12. Returning coin; clearing-apparatus, automatic.-As the disc 3 rotates, a cam 28 on its shaft 5 rocks a lever 25, 26 which, by means of a driving pawl 24 pivoted therein, in co-operation with a retaining pawl 29, endeavours to rotate anti-clockwise a ratchet-toothed member 23. In normal operation, and whilst coins are being registered, the rocking of segment 17 trips the pawls 24 and 29 through a connecting pin 35, and prevents appreciable movement of the member 23. If, however, the inserted coins become jammed or are insufficient in number, segment 17 ceases to rock though the disc 3 continues running: the member 23 is consequently advanced step-wise until it reaches a position in which it breaks normally closed contacts 39 and closes contacts 40 and 41. Contacts 39 break the circuit of relays 44 and 45 and thence, eventually, that of the motor 6, whilst contacts 40 complete the circuit of a release magnet 15 which lifts a pivoted cover 13 over the disc to release the coins and return them to the operator. Contacts 41 energize a magnet 32 to disengage the pawls 24 and 29 to return the ratchet member 23.