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Patent GB-2567080-A (GB)
Title: Read out of quantum states of microwave frequency qubits with optical frequency photons
Inventor: HANHEE PAIK
IPC: G06N10/00
Filed: 2017-06-20
Abstract: Techniques relate to reading a qubit coupled to a microwave resonator.A microwave signal at a microwave resonator frequency is input to the microwave resonator that couples to the qubit. A microwave readout signal from the microwave resonator is output to a microwave to optical converter. The microwave readout signal includes a qubit state of the qubit. The microwave to optical converter is configured to convert the microwave readout signal to an optical signal. In response to the optical signal being output by the microwave to optical converter, it is determined that the qubit is in a predefined qubit state. In response to no optical signal being output by the microwave to optical converter, it is determined that the qubit is not in the predefined qubit state.
Patent GB-2569491-A (GB)
Title: Downhole electromagnetic corrosion detection using known pipe features and natural pipe variation rejection
Inventor: Reza Khalaj AMINEH
IPC: G01N24/08
Filed: 2016-12-28
Abstract: A method of filtering measured responses of downhole pipes, obtained by electromagnetic (EM) logging tools, to correct for natural variations in downhole pipes during downhole pipe defect characterization. A further method of directly characterizing downhole pipe defects by obtaining measured responses at known pipe features, such as casing collars. An apparatus and system for characterizing downhole pipe corrosion is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2583124-A (GB)
Title: Material processing apparatus with movable material handling unit
Inventor: Mark Mawhinney
IPC: B65G67/08
Filed: 2019-04-17
Abstract: A material processing apparatus comprising a chassis 13 supporting a material processing unit 12, and a material handling unit 24 for receiving material from unit 12 movable in a longitudinal direction A to the material processing unit 12. The material handling unit may comprise at least one conveyor, projecting from the apparatus perpendicular or oblique to the longitudinal chassis, the conveyor may be foldable between deployed and transport states where the conveyor does not project laterally beyond the processing unit 12 in transit. There may be two conveyors 28A 28B projecting from opposite sides of the apparatus. The handling unit 24 may be movable to a first position where at least one conveyor does not overlap with processing unit 12, or a second state where at least one conveyor partly overlaps processing unit 12 in the longitudinal direction. The processing unit 12 may have a discharge end 20 where the handling unit 24 may be movable longitudinally to overlap with, for deposition of material onto a conveyor. The handling unit 24 may have a separation unit 48 to separate or direct material received from the processing unit. The processing unit may comprise an eddy current separator.
Patent GB-2584116-A (GB)
Title: A modular assembly
Inventor: OLIVER PHILIP JONES
IPC: F16K11/044
Filed: 2019-05-22
Abstract: A modular shower valve assemblyA modular valve assembly 1 for use in a fluid delivery system e.g. a shower valve and which comprises a mount 2 with at least one waterway 15 providing fluid communication between a first mount inlet 5 and a first mount outlet (not shown). The mount may comprise a second waterway 17 which extends from a second mount inlet 7 to a second mount outlet (not shown). The assembly may comprise a module 4 which may be a thermostatic mixer valve module which may be formed integrally with the mount 2. A first outlet module 6 may be slidably mounted on the mounting rail and in fluid communication with an outlet 20 of the thermostatic mixer valve module 4. The mount may comprise a back plate 12 and a mounting rail 14. Further outlet modules may be slidably mounted on the mounting rail 14
Patent GB-2594674-A (GB)
Title: Material handling apparatus
Inventor: JAMES SAMUEL
IPC: E04G5/00
Filed: 2019-07-29
Abstract: A material handling apparatus 201 for use on of an aerial lift has a first elongate member 202 with a releasable attachment means 203 connected to a safety bar 204. A storage interface 216, possibly for tubular materials, is releasably coupled to the first elongate member by coupling means 213. A further storage interface 217 may facilitate the hanging of a tool bag. A second elongate member 207 may be connected with the first elongate member and a further safety bar 205 using an attachment bracket 206. A coupling bracket 215 may be attached to the second elongate member onto which a third storage interface 218, possibly for sheet materials, may be affixed.
Patent GB-2580474-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus and a method of using the apparatus
Inventor: SHAMRAZE AHMED
IPC: B23H9/00
Filed: 2019-10-22
Abstract: An electro-discharge machining device 100 for eroding a fastener 110 comprises an erosion electrode 120, a ground electrode 121 connected to the fastener, a housing 130 that locates the erosion electrode near the fastener, and a dielectric fluid supply 140 that provides dielectric fluid between in the region 128 between the erosion electrode and the fastener. The erosion electrode moves in a cutting plane 122 that passes through a part of the fastener and it has an axis of movement 124 that at an acute angle to a longitudinal axis 112 of the fastener. The erosion electrode may be planar and may sever a portion of the fastener. The cutting plane may be aligned with or offset from an axial plane 113 of the fastener. The housing may comprise alignment portions 132 that locate against corresponding alignment features 162 of the workpiece 160. The dielectric fluid may be delivered and exhausted through channels 145 and 147, respectively. A method of use is provided. Positioning the housing on the workpiece may enclose a working volume with a working pressure below ambient pressure.
Patent GB-2588916-A (GB)
Title: Shark deterrent device and method
Inventor: BEN KIBEL
IPC: A01M29/24
Filed: 2019-11-13
Abstract: A shark repellent device for reducing depredation of fish comprises a pair of external electrodes 117, 131 disposed at opposite ends of a waterproof housing 101, 127. A power source and controller within the housing supply a sequence of electrical pulses between the electrodes, the sequential pulses being spaced at least three seconds apart, e.g. at intervals of 12s or more, which minimises energy consumption so that the device may be small and portable. Each pulse may have a voltage between 20V and 40V and a duration between 1.5ms and 5ms, and the electrodes may be spaced between 8cm and 20cm apart. A pair of water contact pins connected to the controller may project from the housing, e.g. forming part of the electrodes, arranged to activate the pulse generator when immersion in water completes an electrical circuit between the pins.
Patent GB-2592602-A (GB)
Title: An aircraft parking brake
Inventor: FRASER WILSON
IPC: B64C25/42
Filed: 2020-03-03
Abstract: A parking brake 20, for an aircraft landing gear with at least one wheel 11, has a first locking member 5, such as a pin or rod, mounted so it may move relative to a second locking member 18, such as a toothed ring, between a disengaged unlocked position, and a locked position in which the first locking member engages the second locking member to prevent wheel movement. The parking brake is configured so that the first locking member returns to the unlocked position, due to gravity or spring mechanism for example, if an actuator 8 ceases to hold the first locking member in the locked position, if actuator power supply fails for example. The second locking member may be in the form of a ring with apertures 18a, recesses or through holes, for receiving a part of the first locking member, spaced apart around its circumference. The locking pin preferably moves in a radial direction with respect to the locking ring and/or the wheel between the locked and unlocked positions. The actuator may be connected to the lock pin, and mounted to a wheel axle 17 or wheel hub 22, with the locking ring mounted to the other.
Patent GB-2592970-A (GB)
Title: A radiotherapy apparatus for positioning a subject
Inventor: KRISTIAN WIBERG
IPC: A61N5/06
Filed: 2020-03-12
Abstract: A subject support apparatus 300 for a radiation therapy device comprising a base 320, a subject support 310 tiltable relative to the base, at least two first guides 321, 322, 323, 324 disposed between the subject support and the base and each inclined relative to the base along a first axis. The support comprises a tilting module comprising a first actuator 325 operable to generate movement along a second axis substantially perpendicular to the first axis with a plate 340 disposed between the subject support and the base. Wherein the plate is configured to translate movement generated by the first actuator along the second axis into movement of the subject support along the at least two first guides. The first two guides comprise a plurality of guide rails wherein the plate comprises a plurality of first carriages arranged to slide along the guide rails. A radiation therapy device is also provided comprising a radiation source and the subject support.
Patent GB-2588499-A (GB)
Title: Foreign object removal device and coil device
Inventor: SUSUMU TOKURA
IPC: H02J50/60
Filed: 2020-07-30
Abstract: A device for the removal of foreign objects M from between coils of a wireless power transfer (charging) system, comprising: a surface 26 covering a coil C2 comprising a plurality of fluid ejection holes H for forcing the obstruction away; and a removal unit 30 connected to the holes. The removal unit has a plurality of sensors 34 to detect a flow rate or pressure supplied to the holes thereby determining whether a foreign object is present. The control unit may determine whether or a foreign object is present from whether the detected pressure or flow value satisfies a threshold and alter the flow rate accordingly. A control unit 35 may change the output of a fluid supply unit based on the detected flow or pressure value. The control unit may set the flow rate of an obstructed hole H to a higher output than an unobstructed hole H2-3. The fluid ejection holes may be arranged in a concentric pattern wherein the inner diameter of the fluid ejection holes may increase with radial distance from the centre.
Patent GB-2601575-A (GB)
Title: Method for processing fermented preserved passion fruit
Inventor: JING LI
IPC: A23L33/14
Filed: 2020-11-16
Abstract: The invention falls within the technical field of candied fruit production and specifically relates to a method for processing fermented preserved passion fruit. The method comprises the following preparation steps: using passion fruit as a raw material, selecting, cleaning, removing the waxy coating, removing the pulp, boiling, cooling and slicing, carrying out enzymatic hydrolysis, carrying out color protection, candying, drying, sprinkling powder and vacuum-packaging. By means of the processing method of the present invention, not only can the nutritional value of passion fruit be retained, and the problem of it not being possible to directly eat passion fruit rind is also solved. The prepared finished product has a unique flavor, a suitably sweet and sour taste and a stable color and luster, can be carried with people and eaten, contains a large amount of nutrients (such as vitamins, proteins, calcium, and SOD enzymes) required by human bodies, and has the unusual effects of eliminating fatigue, reducing fat and blood pressure, diminishing inflammation, removing spots, protecting the skin, etc.
Patent GB-2601576-A (GB)
Title: Testing device, system and methods
Inventor: MARK RALPH BAKER
IPC: G01N15/14
Filed: 2021-04-30
Abstract: A testing device 2 comprises a sample chamber 5, a sample window 7 providing a light path between the sample chamber and the exterior of the testing device, and a mounting arm 6 for engaging a smart device to mount the testing device on the smart device (Fig 1). A method of testing a blood sample from a host comprises analysing image data of the sample to determine measured values comprising a count of the number of leukocytes and a number of a type of leucocytes, and comparing the measured values with stored threshold values to determine whether the host has an infection.
Patent GB-2607337-A (GB)
Title: A cuvette
Inventor: GERARDO JOSE LEON GALVEZ
IPC: G01N21/07
Filed: 2021-06-04
Abstract: A cuvette for collecting a blood sample, the cuvette comprising a main body 2, a collection chamber 16 formed within the main body, an ingress aperture 18 allowing communication between a first end of the collection chamber and an exterior of the cuvette, and a retention chamber 21 formed within the main body and adjacent a second end of the collection chamber wherein the collection chamber has a first depth, which is the same or substantially the same across the collection chamber from the first end to the second end thereof, and the retention chamber has a second greater depth. In use, blood is drawn into the collection chamber via the ingress aperture by capillary action. The dimensions of the collection chamber and retention chamber are such that surface tension forces stop the blood and prevents the blood being drawn into the retention chamber. Application of centrifugal force overcomes the surface tension forces and blood flows into the retention chamber. The cuvette further comprises an analysis chamber 26 and communication channels 24 with outlets 32 for venting air. The cuvette also comprises protrusions 13 to allow a user to easily grasp the cuvette
Patent GB-2607351-A (GB)
Title: Media playback system
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER JOHN CROCKFORD
IPC: G05D1/02
Filed: 2021-06-04
Abstract: A media playback system 100 comprising a transmitter 102 configured to transmit an indication of a media item; a plurality of drones 104; a controller 108 to control the spatial configuration of the drones 104 and, in response to receiving the indication, to control the drones 104 to adopt a predefined 3D spatial configuration. The system 100 further comprises a mobile device 110 comprising a camera 112 and a media playback unit 118, wherein the camera 112 is capable of capturing an image of the drones 104; a processor 114 configured to analyse the image to determine the media item that corresponds to the predefined spatial configuration; and wherein the media playback unit 118 is configured to play the media item. The position of the mobile device 110 may be used to determine a playback time of the media item. Further aspects disclose a location estimation system defining intended movements of a plurality of drones 104 and configured to receive an image and correlate the image with a projection of the drones so as to estimate a location from which the image was captured.
Patent GB-2599766-A (GB)
Title: Charging controller, rechargeable battery, electronic device, and control method
Inventor: HIROMITSU YAMAGUCHI
IPC: H02J7/00
Filed: 2021-06-21
Abstract: A charging controller has a current measurement unit and a detection unit which detects a point in time 124 of switching from constant current charge 122 to constant voltage charge 121 when charging a rechargeable battery. Charging capacity is determined using the charged capacity from the point in time 124 until the fully charged condition, and a pre-set ratio of charged capacity at time 124 to the full charge capacity. The controller may include an internal resistance measurement unit to detect a peak of internal resistance 123. The measurement frequency for internal resistance and for voltage may increase when a predetermined threshold is reached (figure 5, figure 9). Charging may be interrupted to allow measurement of open circuit internal resistance.
Patent GB-2609930-A (GB)
Title: Compact beverage dispenser
Inventor: PHILIP ANDREW WALTON
IPC: B67D1/08
Filed: 2021-08-17
Abstract: A beverage dispenser with dispensing unit 1 having a source of pressurised gas. A dispense coupler 9, to engage a two-port valve closure of a beverage container, connects to the unit 1 via umbilical 3. Two passages (coaxially) travel through the umbilical 3, one for pressurised gas another for beverage. The umbilical may releasably connect to the dispensing coupler 9. The dispensing coupler 9 may have a reciprocating probe (43, Figs. 7,8) to operate a two-port valve closure of a beverage container. The probe (43) may have two ports (44,45, Fig. 6) for connecting with the releasable connector (11, Fig. 6).
Patent GB-2612840-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus for generating electricity from water flow
Inventor: PETER ROBERTS
IPC: F03B17/06
Filed: 2021-11-15
Abstract: At its upstream end the device has an inlet pipe 5 drawing water from a dam or river or other body or water 2, which feeds into a diffuser 6 and then into a turbine chamber 7. Water flow then enters the convergent section 8 which narrows and increases the flow speed, creating a venturi, before it enters the mixing chamber 9. Water then flows onto the divergent section 10 and through the discharge tailpipe 11. A draft tube (15, fig. 10) in the convergent section, is connected to a turbine (14, fig.10) which can be connected to a generator 25. An annulus is created between the draft tube and the convergent section to form a first flow path and a second flow path is formed directly through the tube. The mixing chamber may have a length that is at least double its diameter. The turbine chamber may have a uniform cross-sectional area, be connected to the inlet pipe by a secondary diffuser and may include a maintenance hatch. The inlet could be connected to a siphon inlet (26, fig.2) drawing water through the apparatus.
Patent GB-2614731-A (GB)
Title: 362-1 illuminated cable protection device
Inventor: PAUL DAVID PONTING
IPC: H02G9/04
Filed: 2022-01-14
Abstract: A cable protection device incorporates audible and visible means to warn passers-by of its presence. The device comprises a control box 2 having a lid 1, and a flexible member 5 which is connected to the control box by means of connection members (Fig. 9: 36) which fit into slots 37 in the flexible member. Both the control box 2 and the flexible member 5 have cavities (Fig. 4: 21) that are open at the bottom (Fig. 4: 17) of the protection device and accommodate a cable 8 to be protected. Continuous linear light sources are incorporated along the length of the protection device. The light sources may comprise light pipes 4 located within open elongate cavities in the surface of the flexible member 5 and illuminated by LEDs (Fig. 5: 26). The surface of the member which engages the light pipe may have ridges (Fig. 4: 19) to allow the light pipe to move in the cavity. The flexible member is shaped with sides tapered in order to minimise a trip hazard and allow wheels to pass over. The protection device may accommodate multiple cables. The linear light source may be mounted entirely below the surface of the member 5, in which case light can be transmitted through the member 5. Automatic turn on and off functions may be controlled by an ambient light level sensor (Fig. 5: 28).
Patent GB-2606057-A (GB)
Title: Architecture-independent process control
Inventor: LARRY OSCAR JUNDT
IPC: G05B23/02
Filed: 2017-06-21
Abstract: A process control system for operating a process plant, comprising a plurality of field devices 20 disposed within the process control network 100; and a controller 11 communicatively connected to the plurality of field devices and having at least one control module 34 for operating the process plant. The controller includes computer-readable instructions that cause the controller to associate a generic shadow block 36 within the controller with the control module, wherein the generic shadow block is instantiated prior to receiving description data 13 and configured to mimic the operation of the function block of the field device based upon the received description data. The generic shadow block 36 may receive the description data from the field device or from the database 140 and may transmit a request to receive the description data to the field device. The field device may store the description data in a memory incorporated within. The description data 13 is provided to the generic shadow block 36 based upon user input. The process plant operator or other user may select the field device 20 from a plurality of field devices in the process control network 100.
Patent GB-2617117-A (GB)
Title: Scroll pump
Inventor: NIGEL PAUL SCHOFIELD
IPC: F04C18/02
Filed: 2022-03-30
Abstract: A non-contacting scroll pump (fig.1, 100) comprising a housing 110, an orbiting scroll 130, and a thrust bearing assembly 170 axially supporting the scroll. The assembly comprises a first and second plates 171, 172, a ball bearing 174 disposed therebetween, and a coupling structure (e.g. a pin) 175 between the housing and the second plate. There may be three thrust bearing assemblies. The coupling structure is engaged with the second plate such that the second plate is rotatable relative to the coupling structure, thus allowing the plates to run parallel/ level out so that the ball bearings receive the same axial load and wear/ degrade/ fail at the same rate. The second plate may comprise a tapered recess 172a for accommodating a rounded surface 175b of the coupling structure, resulting in a ball and socket joint. The ball bearing may be located in a ball bearing cage 173a-b.. A vacuum pumping system comprising a plurality of vacuum pumps and wherein one is the scroll pump. Using the scroll pump.
Patent GB-2617470-A (GB)
Title: Leaf dewatering system
Inventor: RAYMOND BOSCH
IPC: A23N12/06
Filed: 2023-04-06
Abstract: A method for dewatering mint leaves comprises the steps of picking a mass of leaves, washing the leaves with water, and passing the wet leaves through a dewatering apparatus. The apparatus comprises (i) upper 30 and lower 40 belts comprising a water permeable area, with the water permeable area being a mesh 33 comprising holes, (ii) support rollers, and (iii) means 36, 46 for driving the first and second belts on the support rollers. The upper belt overlies and is spaced from the lower belt, and the space between the belts defines a dewatering zone. In use, when a bed of wet leaves is positioned in the dewatering zone and the upper and lower belts are driven in the same direction, liquid is driven out of the bed of wet leaves by the pressure of the belts and out through the water permeable area. Air blowing means 34 may be provided for blowing air on and/or through the water permeable area and/or on/through the leaves. The rollers may be spring mounted. The method may include determining the water content of the leaves. Methods of making a leaf-based concentrate and a food condiment are also claimed.
Patent GR-910100512-A (GR)
Inventor: VITOULADITIS KONSTANTINOS
Filed: 1991-12-23
Abstract: Η παρούσα εφεύρεση αφορά σερβιέτα υγείας φέρουσα κατά μήκος των πλευρών της εκατέρωθεν του επιμήκους απορροφητικού πυρήνα, τοποθετημένα υπό τάνυση, ελαστικά μέσα διαφόρων ποιοτήτων, σχημάτων, και διαστάσεων όπως: δέσμες ελαστικών νημάτων ή ελαστικών λωρίδων ή και επιμήκης ελαστικές μεμβράνες ή φύλλα ελαστομερούς υλικού.Η ελαστική συμπεριφορά των πλευρικών άκρων της σερβιέτας σχηματίζει υψωμένα άνω της άνω επιφάνειας πλάγια φράγματα ροής, αποτρέποντας τις πλάγιες διαρροές, προσδίδοντας ταυτόχρονα σ' αυτή καμπύλο ανατομικό σχήμα και άριστη εφαρμογή κατά τη χρήση.ω
Patent GR-960100240-A (GR)
Title: Optical fiber cable with at least two electric conductors - manufacturing method and arrangement thereof
Inventor: FOERTSCH JOHANN
IPC: G02B6/44
Filed: 1996-07-11
Abstract: The optical fiber cable  (OC1) has one at least loosely arranged optical fiber guide (LW1-LWn) and two at least electric conductors (EL1, EL2) embedded in an insulating shell (IS). The optical fiber guide (LW1-LWn) is accommodated inside one at least identical tubular protective sheath and the insulating shell (IS) containing the electric conductors (EL1, EL2) is fitted on the protective tubular sheath (RS1).